The ascendant (abbreviated as AC) is the sign of the zodiac that rises in the eastern horizon at the time of birth.
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Is your rising sign your astrological sign?
All of the planets were placed in a unique pattern the second you breathed your first breath. Your “birth chart” (or “natal chart”) is a calculated snapshot of the sky at the precise moment of your birth, based on your particular date, time, and location of birth. Astrologers believe that birth charts can reveal a lot about a person’s personality, identity, and drive, as well as opportunities, timing, and recurring themes throughout their lives.
Perhaps I’m a little (a lot) biased, but I think birth charts are incredible; they combine dozens upon dozens of data points, resulting in a neat and organized circle accented by various forms and symbols (representing the planets and celestial bodies). While the placement of the planets varies from person to person, the birth chart’s architecture a perfect 360-degree circle remains constant. And the Rising Sign is the one who determines that stable shape.
When you were born, the rising sign (or ascendant, as it’s also known) in the eastern horizon was rising (or ascending, as it’s also known as the “Ascendant”). Although the stars above appear to be still to the human eye, the scene above is actually moving quite quickly. Similarly, the Rising Sign is a highly delicate placement: the Ascendant changes zodiac signs every two hours, therefore knowing your precise (not estimated) time of birth is required to compute your Rising Sign.
Once you’ve confirmed your exact arrival time (using your birth certificate or texting a parent), go to your favorite astrological website or app (I like TimePassages, which has been around since the 1980s) and look up your birth chart to get your Rising Sign.
What is the meaning of a rising sign?
Along with your moon sign and star sign, your rising sign is one of the elements of your birth chart. It’s essentially the sign that was rising on the Eastern horizon at the time of your birth.
Is it possible to find your rising sign without knowing your date of birth?
You must know your exact birth time in order to establish your rising sign. Because the rising sign changes every two hours, this is the case. Fortunately, your birth time is printed on your birth certificate.
What are the indications of the sun, moon, and rising sun?
The solar sign influences our ego and motives, the moon governs our emotional character, and the ascendant or rising sign governs the energy we expend in the world. According to astrology, when these signs are combined, they provide a concise blueprint of your personality.
Who is a rising Scorpio?
The Scorpio rising person has powerful, seething emotions that are typically hidden. Others find you intriguing and secretive if this describes you; you appear to purposefully turn on the charm for them. On the birth chart, someone born under this zodiac sign is at the ascendant.
What is the sign of the moon for you?
Your moon sign is the zodiac sign in which the moon was at the time of your birth. It’s the soul of your identity, the hidden part of yourself that you may keep hidden from others (unlike your outwardly appearing sun sign), and it accounts for a significant portion of your emotional side.
What does a Virgo rising sign mean?
Virgo is an earth sign controlled by Mercury, the thinking planet. It is the sign of careful action. A Virgo rising person moves slowly and deliberately, keeping their surroundings immaculate. A Virgo rising has a deliberate and trustworthy nature.
What is the rising sign of a Leo?
Leo Rising men and women are bright and flashy, theatrical, and go all out. As a rising sign, Leo might be considered fortunate. When you’re at your best, you’re self-assured, generous, and appealing to others due to your warmth. With Leo rising, the Sun (Leo’s planetary ruler) shines brightly at your doorstep.
