In a natal chart, the Moon shows how we express our feelings and thoughts, reflects our attitude towards family and home, determines sources of our comfort and security, and points to maternal instincts and care.
Ruler of the zodiac sign: Cancer
Ruler of the house: Fourth
Element: Water
The Moon in Mythology
- Mesopotamia: Sin (Nanna) — the god of the Moon, wisdom, and magic.
- Ancient Greece: Selene — the goddess of the Moon, sister of Helios (the god of the Sun).
- Ancient Rome: Luna — the goddess of the Moon, equivalent to Selene in Roman mythology.
The Symbolism of the Moon in the Horoscope
- Emotions: our feelings and how we express them.
- Intuition: our intuitive side and perception abilities.
- Inner World: subconscious and internal processes.
- Habits: daily habits and instincts.
- Security: the Moon symbolizes what gives us a sense of protection and comfort.
- Family: the Moon is associated with family roots and home coziness.
Positive Traits
- Sensitivity: the ability to deeply feel and understand others' emotions.
- Caring: the desire to selflessly look after others and ensure their comfort.
- Intuition: a high level of intuition and the ability to perceive the unseen.
- Adaptability: flexible thinking and the ability to quickly adjust to changes.
Negative Traits
- Excessive Emotionality: mood swings and heightened sensitivity.
- Dependency: reliance on others and a need for constant support.
- Inconsistency: variability and instability in feelings and behavior.
- Introversion: tendency to withdraw and avoid confrontation.
The Moon and the Zodiac
The Moon, one of the central planets in astrology, exerts a powerful influence on our emotions, intuition, and inner world. The Moon's position in the zodiac sign at birth determines a person's main emotional traits and how they experience and express their feelings.Each zodiac sign gives the Moon its unique qualities, affecting how the Moon's energy manifests in different aspects of human nature, from intuitive reactions to deep emotional needs and habits.
Moon in Aries
People with the Moon in Aries express their emotions energetically and spontaneously. They seek independence and react quickly to situations. Their impulsiveness leads to frequent mood swings but also grants them courage, especially in expressing feelings.Moon in Taurus
Those with the Moon in Taurus are stable and reliable in their emotions. They value comfort and security, making them attached to material things and habits. These people possess patience and resilience but can be stubborn and slow in decision-making.Moon in Gemini
Sociable and intellectual, they quickly adapt to changes and love exchanging ideas. Their moods are changeable, constantly seeking variety and new experiences, which can lead to superficiality.Moon in Cancer
People with the Moon in Cancer are deeply emotional and caring. They are closely connected to family and home, intuitively understanding others' feelings. They can be overly sensitive and prone to escapism as a defense strategy.Moon in Leo
They love being the center of attention and, when they take the stage, they do it with maximum flair. They are generous and compassionate, with strong charisma. However, their need for recognition often makes them appear egocentric to others.Moon in Virgo
They prefer to be guided by reason rather than emotions. They strive for order in the smallest details and often criticize themselves and others. They can be overly anxious, but they are always reliable, responsible, and hardworking.Moon in Libra
They seek harmony and balance in relationships, possessing innate charm and striving for justice and beauty. However, they are overly indecisive and dependent on others' opinions, which often causes them to suffer.Moon in Scorpio
Determined and perceptive, they skillfully hide their feelings, remaining an enigma to everyone else. Not just an enigma, but a medieval grimoire. They are jealous and suspicious, prone to paranoid thoughts.Moon in Sagittarius
They are optimistic and take a philosophical approach even to serious difficulties. They love freedom and never sit still. Enthusiasts who inspire others, but they quickly burn out or switch to something else.Moon in Capricorn
Emotionally restrained and disciplined, they are practical and goal-oriented, valuing stability. Their pessimism and strictness make them seem closed off, although this is not truly the case.Moon in Aquarius
Original and independent in their emotions, they never try to appear better than they are to please others. They seek freedom and possess progressive thinking.Moon in Pisces
Dreamy and spiritual, deeply intuitive, and inclined towards mysticism. Their high sensitivity makes them vulnerable to outside influences, but they possess empathy and creative expression.The Moon in each zodiac sign imparts unique personality traits and influences how a person expresses their emotions. Read more about the Fourth House, ruled by the Moon.
