Planets
Understanding the planet that rules your sign will help you to understand yourself. The placement of each planet in a horoscope affects how you can be very different from someone else born under the same sign. The sun and moon are not planets, but in astrology, that is the category they are in. Recently it has been decided that Pluto is not a planet either, but in astrology it is still in the planet category.
Planets influence you in many ways. Planets can also affect some occupations and the way you will react in some jobs and why you may be drawn to certain careers.
You must have a horoscope chart done by a good astrologer to know in which house each planet is in your chart. A horoscope is a planetary picture of the hour you are born. Your chart will tell you what characteristics you were born with and how to best use your talents.
This is a list of a few of the characteristics of each planet.
Mercury Mercury rules Gemini and Virgo. Mercury affects your intellectual ideas and aspirations. Mercury can become too talkative or even sarcastic. The metal of Mercury is quicksilver, the color is violet, the gemstone is Hemitite and the flowers are jasmine and honeysuckle. Some of the things Mercury rules are all communications, books, railroads, telephone and postal work.
VenusVenus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra. Venus affects your social and love life. Venus also has an influence on your artistic talents. Venus can be self-absorbed. The metal of Venus is copper, the color is yellow, the gemstone is Emerald and the flower is rose. Some of the things Venus rules are flowers, dancing, art, friendship, marriage and love.
MarsMars is the ruler of Aries and the co-ruler of Scorpio. Mars is an aggressive planet, but creative and passionate. Mars can be constructive or destructive. The metal of Mars is iron, the color is red, the gemstone is Red Jasper and the flower is the hollyhock. Some of the things Mars rules are lust and intoxicating drink and Mars can over do on both. Other things Mars rules are war and the use of iron and steel.
JupiterJupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius and co-ruler of Pisces. Jupiter is the planet of hope, good cheer and abundance. It can also be extravagance and over-indulgence. The metal of Jupiter is tin, the color is purple, the gemstone is Amethyst and the flower the dahlia. Some of the things Jupiter rules are religion, philosophy and charities.
SaturnSaturn is the ruler of Capricorn and the co-ruler of Aquarius. Saturn is very hard working and proper. Saturn is forthright, but can also be greedy and fearful. The metal of Saturn is lead, the color is blue, the gemstone Lapis Lazuli and the flower is statice. Some of the things Saturn rules are mining, real estate and agriculture.
UranusUranus is the ruler of Aquarius. Uranus is very independent and inventive; even sometimes eccentric. Uranus can be unstable, careless and restless. The metal of Uranus is uranium, the color is white, the gemstone is Aquamarine and the flower is clover. Some of the things Uranus rules are electricity, cars and inventions.
NeptuneNeptune is the ruler of Pisces. Neptune can be very psychic and has a wonderful imagination, just be careful that it doesn't become a constant daydreamer. The metal of Neptune is neptunium, the gemstone is Amertrine, the color is iridescence and the flower is violet. Some of the things Neptune rules are drama, films and mediums.
PlutoPluto rules Scorpio. Pluto is spiritual and co-operative. Pluto thinks in groups and not individuals and can become overly forceful. The metal of Pluto is plutonium, the color is violet, the gemstone is Chalcedony and the flower is the pitcher plant.
MoonThe Moon is the ruler of Cancer. The Moon signifies domestic life and the home. The Moon affects the emotions and the unconscious mind. Cancer can become overly emotional and moody. The metal of the Moon is silver, the color is silvery green, the gemstone is Moonstone and the flower is the lily. Some of the thing the Moon rules are food, hotels, fishing, and nursing.
SunThe Sun is the ruler of Leo. The Sun signifies power, authority, and pride. Sun people are very mental, always thinking and planning. Sun people can become too self-important. The metal of the Sun is gold, the color is orange, the gemstone is Carnelian, and the flower is the sunflower. Some of the things the Sun rules are people in authority such as politicians and government workers.
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