Astrological Planets
The Celestial Forces That Shape Your Life
In astrology, planets represent different aspects of your personality and life experience. Each planet governs specific themes and energies that influence how you express yourself and navigate the world.
Personal Planets
Core Personality (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars)
These planets move quickly and represent your personal traits and daily experiences.
Sun
Core Identity & Life Purpose
Rules: Leo
The Sun represents your core self, ego, and life purpose. It shows how you express your individuality and what drives you at the deepest level.
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Shows your basic personality and how you shine in the world
Moon
Emotions & Inner World
Rules: Cancer
The Moon governs your emotional nature, instincts, and subconscious mind. It reveals your emotional needs and how you process feelings.
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Reveals your emotional nature and what makes you feel secure
Mercury
Communication & Thinking
Rules: Gemini & Virgo
Mercury rules communication, thinking patterns, and learning. It shows how you process information and express your thoughts.
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Shows your communication style and learning preferences
Venus
Love & Values
Rules: Taurus & Libra
Venus governs love, beauty, relationships, and values. It shows what you find attractive and how you express affection.
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Reveals your love style and what you value in relationships
Mars
Action & Desire
Rules: Aries
Mars represents your drive, ambition, and how you take action. It shows your competitive nature and sexual energy.
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Shows how you pursue goals and express anger
Social Planets
Life Philosophy (Jupiter, Saturn)
These planets influence your relationship with society and personal growth.
Jupiter
Growth & Expansion
Rules: Sagittarius
Jupiter represents growth, wisdom, and expansion. It shows your philosophical beliefs and areas of natural luck and opportunity.
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Reveals your path to growth and where you find meaning
Saturn
Structure & Discipline
Rules: Capricorn
Saturn represents discipline, responsibility, and life lessons. It shows where you need to develop maturity and face challenges.
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Shows your approach to responsibility and life lessons
Outer Planets
Generational Influences (Uranus, Neptune, Pluto)
These slow-moving planets influence entire generations and deep psychological themes.
Uranus
Innovation & Revolution
Rules: Aquarius
Uranus represents innovation, rebellion, and sudden changes. It shows where you seek freedom and express your uniqueness.
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Reveals your relationship with change and innovation
Neptune
Dreams & Spirituality
Rules: Pisces
Neptune governs dreams, spirituality, and imagination. It shows your connection to the divine and areas of illusion.
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Shows your spiritual path and creative inspiration
Pluto
Transformation & Power
Rules: Scorpio
Pluto represents transformation, power, and regeneration. It shows where you experience deep change and psychological insight.
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Reveals your relationship with power and transformation
Understanding Planetary Influences
Speed Matters
Faster planets (Sun, Moon, Mercury) change signs frequently and affect daily life. Slower planets influence broader life themes.
House Position
Where a planet appears in your chart (which house) shows the life area where that planetary energy is expressed.
Aspects
The angles between planets in your chart create aspects that modify how planetary energies work together.
Ready to Explore Further?
Now that you understand the planets, learn about the houses where they express their energies.