Astrology 101
the Signs, their Houses, and its Rulers
How to Read Your Natal Chart
The Luminaries
The Sun — Life force, core-identity, purpose, inner-child, and what brings you joy. The house it falls into may show where one feels most confident.
𖤓 Rules over Leo, exalted in Aries. In fall in Libra, and in detriment in Aquarius.
The Moon — Intuition and emotional nature. What brings safety and security, coping mechanisms. Representative of the mother. Likewise, the house it falls into may indicate where one feels most insecure.
𖤓 Rules over Cancer, exalted in Taurus. In fall in Scorpio, and in detriment in Capricorn.
The Inner Planets
Mercury — Thought processes, perception, communication style, and intellect. Representative of siblings, youth.
𖤓 Rules over Gemini and Virgo, exalted in Virgo. In fall in Pisces, and in detriment in Sagittarius and Pisces.
Venus — Love language, little pleasures of life, assets, and relationships, both romantic and platonic. Representative of personal resources and love.
𖤓 Rules over Taurus and Libra, exalted in Pisces. In fall in Virgo, and in detriment in Aries and Scorpio.
Mars — Ambitions, assertiveness, how you take action, and sexual nature. Driving force, even more so than the Sun. Represents passions and desires.
𖤓 Rules over Aries and Scorpio, exalted in Capricorn. In fall in Cancer, and in detriment in Taurus and Libra.
The Outer Planets
Jupiter — Luck, opportunities, higher learning, and wisdom. Philosophical in nature. Representative of travel, areas of study, and the husband.
𖤓 Rules over Sagittarius and Pisces, exalted in Cancer. In fall in Capricorn, and in detriment in Gemini and Virgo.
Saturn — Karmic lessons, mastering your craft, discipline, and work ethic. Representative of the father, career.
𖤓 Rules over Capricorn and Aquarius, exalted in Libra. In fall in Aries, and in detriment in Cancer and Leo.
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