Sun, Moon and Ascendant in the birth chart

The astrological chart is a powerful tool to analyse various aspects of your life. In it you can find which stars can have some influence on your behaviour, gifts and abilities. Among them are the Sun, the Moon and also the ascendant, which is linked to the constellation facing east, exactly at the time of your birth.

Beyond the sign, astrology deals with various areas of your life and how the time of your birth can interfere in them. For this, some important points are studied, among them your Sun - or sun sign, the best known. However, to have a broader knowledge, you need to know what your Sun, Moon and Ascendant mean in the astrological chart.

They are the main triad of analysis, being one of the best known by the general public. And it's not for nothing, after all, they form the basis of your personality and how you will put yourself in front of life situations. So see what the sun, moon and ascendant mean in each of the zodiac signs and improve your understanding of yourself and those around you.

Sun, Moon, Ascendant and their meanings

Sun, Moon and Ascendant deal with different aspects of your life, your personality. Despite these different nuances, they complement each other and portray the details of your Self more comprehensively. They also deal with your potentials, never as an absolute truth but as a basis for your own interpretation and adaptation to your reality.

If you want to understand yourself better, based on astrology, you need to know at least your Sun, Moon and Ascendant. It can happen that Sun, Moon and Ascendant indicate opposite behaviors and needs - in fact, this is quite common. This reflects where the main points of conflict in your life will be and can help you find the best path, from the moment you become aware of it.

For example, your Moon sign may be expansive and communicative, while your Sun sign prefers tranquillity and method. This triad works as someone's identity. Read on and learn how to interpret your birth chart with more clarity, finding the direction of self-knowledge.

Meaning of the Sun

Your Sun is also called your sign or sun sign. It is determined by the position in which the Sun was in comparison to the 12 constellations of the zodiac on the day you were born. In general, the Sun represents your essence, the main highlights of your personality and the way you show yourself in the world.

Making an analogy to the functioning of our solar system, consider that the sun is in the center and the planets revolve around it. In the same way it happens with astrology, the other stars are around your sun sign, because it is the purpose of your current life and the role of the others is to assist and help you find the balance for growth.

The Sun also represents your vital energy, being different and with unique intensities for each sign. Its combination with the other stars will also show which can be the sensitive points of your health or even your metabolism. It is also the representation of the masculine archetype or Yang energy, linked to active and linear creativity.

Meaning of the Moon

In the same way, the Moon in your birth chart is determined through the position of this satellite compared to the position of the 12 constellations of the zodiac at exactly the time you were born. It defines the points related to your intuitive capacity, how sensitive you are to energies and emotions, and other more intimate aspects of your personality.

While the Sun represents vital energy, the Moon shows the way it will be distributed and spent. So, if your Sun is related to a sign with less vital energy, like Cancer, for example, and the Moon with strong impetus, like in Aquarius, you may feel tired more easily than other people. In other words, this relationship between the two stars has a strong relationship with the physical and spiritual.

The Moon is the representation of the feminine archetype or the Yin. She is creative, cyclic and receptive. Her lunar sign reflects the degree of need for security and protection, which can be of greater or lesser intensity, for each person. She also has a link with the past and is linked to the vices of behavior from other times, helping to deal with them.

Meaning of Ascendant

In order to determine your ascendant, it is essential to know the exact time of your birth. This is because it is related to the zodiacal constellation which is in the east at the time you took your first breath. It is totally related to your abilities and impulses, as well as natural gifts for certain areas.

While the sun represents your essence and focus in the present incarnation and the moon is the knowledge accumulated over time, your ascendant is the predominant manner of your behavior in the present condition. In other words, chances are that you are more like your ascendant than your sun sign - the one you find in the horoscope.

Your ascendant shows how you are likely to behave when faced with different situations and how to tread the path more safely. Unlike the Sun and the Moon, it is not a star but a magnetic point marked on your chart which represents the constellation that was there at the exact moment of your birth. Thus it is ground zero, the initial energy which will propel you along yourlife.

The Sun in each sign

The Sun indicates which are the main qualities of your sign, but you may only have some of them, to the detriment of others. Everything will depend on the conjunction with your ascendant and other more complex aspects of the reading of your birth chart. See the main characteristics of the Sun in each sign.

Sun in Aries

Those with the Sun in Aries are pioneers, with a strong tendency to leadership. Full of initiative, they are extremely independent and courageous. They can sin by extreme lack of patience, impulsiveness and even some aggressiveness.

Sun in Aries in love: With their libido always high, those with the Sun in Aries love intensely and really give themselves in, whether on all fours or in the relationship as a whole.

Sun in Aries at work: Excellent leaders, they are also great team partners, being objective, agile and always in high spirits.

Sun in Aries in the family: Very attached to their family and loved ones, Aryans love to be among their own, but they also explode easily.

Sun in Taurus

Earth bound, with his feet on the ground, the Taurus has as main mission the maintenance, either of the status, the situation or the family. They are usually practical people, materialistic and even stubborn, besides knowing how to use sensuality, enjoying comfort and loyal to those he loves.

Sun in Taurus in love: Sensual and balanced, they love good company, especially with good wine and a special dinner. Independent, they appreciate themselves but tend to be more jealous than average.

Sun in Taurus at work: They love jobs that require fixed routines and standardized deliveries. They are loyal and admire practicality, and can easily hold leadership positions, especially if it gives them more stability.

Sun in Taurus in the family: They are attached and protective, they want to give the best to the people they love, with a strong tendency to be controlling and even manipulative.

Sun in Gemini

Natural born communicators, they are extremely adaptable to any situation, gifted with flexibility and a vivid curiosity which leads to new discoveries. They may show signs of inconstancy, due to this need to explore and get to know new worlds, as well as sometimes appearing superficial.

Sun in Gemini in love: If the Gemini falls in love, the surrender is total and they expect the same in return. However, their restlessness and need for change can make them go through many relationships before finding their better half.

Sun in Gemini at work: Excellent communicators, they are great for any job that involves speaking or writing. They also enjoy the role of mediator of conflicts, reflecting in great lawyers, diplomats, writers, singers, journalists and many other professions.

Sun in Gemini in the family: Despite a certain tendency to avoid conflict, they love a good - and healthy - discussion, so a debate over the ideal shade of curtain may take a few hours with a Gemini.

Sun in Cancer

With a big heart, those with the Sun in Cancer feel they have a mission to nurture those around them. They are extremely emotional, sensitive and maternal - whether they are men or women. They are hurt by small things, but they are also forgiving. They tend to be more pessimistic and cautious than some other signs.

Sun in Cancer in love: Romantic and extremely loyal, they can be the ideal partner for those who appreciate stability and need someone to care for and nurture their needs. For the independent, it can be a bit much.

Sun in Cancer at work: Dedicated, they act as the team's caretakers, always boosting the group's morale. They are flexible, empathetic and emerge as excellent leaders.

Sun in Cancer in the family: They love seeing and taking photos of the family, having lunch with everyone and solving everyone's problems - or at least talking about it. It's the Cancerian who will prepare a piece of cake for the relative who lives on the other side of town, just so they can be helpful.

Sun in Leo

Those with the Sun in Leo tend to be the star of the party. Charismatic, creative and romantic, Leoans can overflow with generosity and optimism. They also tend to have a slightly inflated ego, with a touch of self-centredness and pride.

Sun in Leo in love: Romantics, they tend to overreact a little, and can vary greatly between partners, but when they fall in love, they are intense and may have a certain degree of demand for recognition of their love.

Sun in Leo at work: They like to shine, are firm and ambitious, suitable for jobs requiring great responsibility and with striking challenges.

Sun in Leo in the family: In conversations within the family, he always has an opinion and wants to make himself heard. They are relatively controlling, very charismatic and make any party more lively.

Sun in Virgo

Normally, Virgoans like to be useful and make things happen. Practical, they do not tolerate a lot of fuss and they like to follow their methods, always paying attention to the small details. A bit critical, they care about their appearance, especially in relation to health and hygiene.

Sun in Virgo in love: Caring and attentive, they are not the "movie crush" type, being much more focused on the little day-to-day things than on grand gestures. They are slow to give themselves up, as they end up feeling insecure in love relationships.

Sun in Virgo at work: Any work that requires research, analysis, organization and planning is suitable for the Virgoan. They may take a little longer to make a decision because they evaluate many possibilities and may feel a little insecure when it comes to making a decision.

Sun in Virgo in the family: Attached to family, they love spending time with their own, but they also need some time alone, to recharge their batteries.

Sun in Libra

Natural born diplomats, those born with the Sun in Libra like to share - be it knowledge, moments or their presence. They like to live together in peace, in a harmonious environment, having a certain dependence on the other to feel happy. Extremely sensitive, they like to have company and are slightly indecisive.

Sun in Libra in love: Romantic and sentimental, they avoid arguments and lack of harmony as much as possible, being very tolerant - sometimes even permissive, and may even harm themselves in order not to cause trouble.

Sun in Libra at work: Multi-taskers, they love the challenge of doing several things at once and always being on the go. They are also suited to professions that require an analysis of different points of view to reach a conclusion, acting as a mediator.

Sun in Libra in the family: Clingy and caring, they want to give the world to their family and tend to marry very early and can last for life.

Sun in Scorpio

Those with the Sun in Scorpio are recognizably transformative, if they get into a project or relationship, it is for real. Intense and controlling, they tend to centralize decisions and activities. They also have strong intuition and depth of thought and feeling.

Sun in Scorpio in love: They don't think twice before throwing themselves into a relationship. They are passionate, sensual and may have trouble staying in just one marital relationship at a time.

Sun in Scorpio at work: Excellent professionals, they tend to shine in many professions, excelling in management or leadership positions.

Sun in Scorpio in the family: Although they are wary of people outside their environment, they feel absolutely at ease in their family. They can be somewhat controlling and have difficulty accepting new or different ideas from their own.

Sun in Sagittarius

Sagittarians tend to be expansive and adventurous, always seeking freedom and expansion of horizons. Strong optimists, they are pure enthusiasm when in a new project or relationship. They are also known for their lack of patience and almost excessive frankness.

Sun in Sagittarius in love: They like to be in stable relationships and avoid fights as much as possible. However, they don't accept attempts to curtail their freedom and may silently leave their partner.

Sun in Sagittarius at work: Curious and outgoing, they put any project to work, motivating teams and delegating tasks. They are clear and encouraging, but have no problem pointing out the team's points for improvement.

Sun in Sagittarius in the family: Despite being extremely affectionate and attached, the person with Sun in Sagittarius likes to have their independence and encourages others to do the same.

Sun in Capricorn

Dedicated workers, Capricornians are known as difficult people to deal with. Strategic, serious and practical, they are realistic and tend to have a certain air of melancholy. Stubborn and careful, they live with their feet on the ground.

Sun in Capricorn in love: They can be considered cold in relationships as they are not very fond of exaggerated romantic acts, surprises or public displays of affection, but they are affectionate and cherish long relationships.

Sun in Capricorn at work: Extremely practical, honest and discipline-focused, they are suited to all types of work, including leadership.

Sun in Capricorn in the family: When it comes to showing affection to family, the Capricornian thinks of giving comfort and a better life, not necessarily affection. They can be authoritarian and enjoy the company of their own.

Sun in Aquarius

Those with the Sun in Aquarius love to socialize, make new friends and celebrate those who are already part of their lives. The taste for freedom and independence can lead to a certain rebelliousness, which is not bad, if directed towards your great capacity to create new and brilliant things.

Sun in Aquarius in love: Aquarians do not usually show great gestures of affection, avoiding giving themselves away. They are proud and value their freedom, but when they love, they want to share the world with the other person.

Sun in Aquarius at work: Jobs that require travel and interaction with other people are preferred by those with the Sun in Aquarius.

Sun in Aquarius in the family: Considered eternal rebels without a cause, they remain independent but like a certain stability, sharing life with self-sufficient and optimistic people.

Sun in Pisces

Creative, sensitive and emotional, Pisceans like to be useful and feel that they are part of something bigger. Intuitive, they are easily impressed and tend to escapism, either through their active imagination or in practical everyday things.

Sun in Pisces in love: Passionate and romantic, Pisceans tend to do everything for the other person and end up forgetting about themselves. This can lead to future problems and should always be avoided.

Sun in Pisces at work: Although they are more productive working independently, those with Sun in Pisces are always looking for belonging. In this way they participate in or create social projects and use their imagination for this area and their profession.

Sun in Pisces in the family: With a very strong intuition, there is no lie that escapes the eyes of the Piscean. Combining this with his natural empathy, he ends up being the ears and shoulders of everyone in the family.

The moon in each sign

Your Moon sign indicates how you are at heart, in that sphere of feelings and emotions which are not so easy to identify at first sight. Linked to intuition and sensitivity, your Moon sign shows how you are when you are at ease, among people you trust and respect, being more private and personal.

It may have a certain power over the solar, overriding some of its characteristics, depending on the rest of your birth chart.

Moon in Aries

People with the Moon in Aries tend to have a more active, not to say aggressive attitude. When they decide they want to do something, there is no one to hold back. Their independence is fundamental and initiative and predisposition are present in all spheres of their life.

Moon in Taurus

Those whose Moon is in Taurus tend to seek stability, either in their professional life or in their relationships. Loyal people need to feel secure, both in the material and affective fields, so they tend to be tireless workers until they reach their goal.

Moon in Gemini

Versatile, those who have Moon in Gemini are communicative and extremely flexible, adapting easily to life situations. In addition, they also have a great need to accumulate information, being on top of what is happening around them and in the world.

Moon in Cancer

Regardless of gender, people with a Cancer Moon have a tendency to be maternal, caring and concerned. There is an inner need - sometimes unperceived - to nurture those they love and be nurtured affectively.

Moon in Leo

With a certain tendency to drama, those with the Moon in Leo are easily impressed, for better or worse. In general, they need a lot of attention and the approval of others to feel good about themselves, but they show a certain self-confidence.

Moon in Virgo

Exaggerated perfectionists, those whose Moon is in Virgo have an extremely analytical mentality. They like to have everything organized, from their things, their schedule and even their love life. Practical, they don't like prolix people and have little patience for disorganized people.

Moon in Libra

With sensitivity at its peak, people with the Moon in Libra need to be in a peaceful and welcoming environment. They also have a great need to be recognized for their achievements and love any kind of praise.

Moon in Scorpio

The person with the Moon in Scorpio is always very intense in everything he does, he is a transforming agent and is not satisfied until he achieves the change he expects. Because of this, he often has a tendency to be overly controlling, which is a defining feature of his personality.

Moon in Sagittarius

Eternal dreamers and idealists, those with the Moon in Sagittarius need to feel life pulsating, because of their need to venture into the unknown. They value freedom and can easily put aside a friendship or even a relationship if they feel trapped.

Moon in Capricorn

Usually a person with the Moon in Capricorn is more reserved and introspective, giving an air of seriousness and reliability. He has a great need to feel secure, especially when it comes to material possessions, and a certain tendency to be controlling.

Moon in Aquarius

Detachment is the word that defines who has the Moon in Aquarius. You love freedom, both for you and for those who share a relationship with you. Extremely independent, it can be confused with someone who does not care, and in reality, it is just your emotional maturity free and untethered.

Moon in Pisces

People with the Moon in Pisces tend to be extremely understanding, with an empathy above normal. With a big heart and a lot of wisdom, they know how to forgive even the most serious deeds, but never forget the lessons learned.

The ascendant in each sign

While the Sun deals with your main qualities and the Moon with your gifts and tendencies, your ascendant is related to the way you behave. So even if a person has the Sun in a more emotional house like Cancer, they can be detached and practical if their ascendant is, for example, Virgo.

In other words, it represents how you express yourself in daily situations, involving your choices and reactions to the most diverse situations. As you already know, the intensity that the ascendant will have on your behaviour will depend on other aspects of your birth chart. Check out the characteristics of each ascendant!

Ascendant in Aries

Those with the ascendant in Aries are a true driving force, with great ability to make ideas come true. With a lot of courage and energy, they are competitive and impulsive people, and can use their aggressiveness to push life forward. They are also very independent and value this characteristic in other people.

Taurus Ascendant

Persistent, those with Taurus ascendant are sometimes considered stubborn, because when they want something, they fight for it. They tend to be practical and very resistant, but love to live in comfort and good food. They appreciate long-lasting relationships and have a great need for security, whether material or affective.

Ascendant in Gemini

Do you know that person who seems to know a little bit of everything and always has something to talk about? This is the profile of people with Gemini ascendant. Extremely communicative and intellectual, they are easy to talk to and persuasive, adapting easily to various contexts. They are also restless, versatile and tend to have a certain instability.

Ascendant in Cancer

With a more delicate and sensitive demeanour, the Cancer ascendant is essentially a carer. She loves being with her family and honours her ancestors, treating everyone with tact and empathy. She tends to be emotional in her reactions, perhaps a little jealous because of her great need to feel secure in all aspects of life.

Ascendant in Leo

With a magnetic personality, the person with Leo Ascendancy is extremely expressive, with a certain tendency to drama and exaggeration. Self-confident, they have a seductive and optimistic attitude, being in general, very generous and creative.

Ascendant in Virgo

If you want to meet a practical person, then find someone with the Virgo Ascendant. Their attitudes reflect their capacity to systematize, bordering a little on perfectionism. This ascendant likes everything to be organized and clean, looking after the health and aesthetics of the place where they live, of themselves and even of those around them.

Ascendant in Libra

People with Libra Ascendant are considered charming, sociable and tasteful. Cheerful by nature, they avoid any kind of conflict as much as possible and always seek diplomacy to solve problems. In situations which require them to choose a side, they tend to be extremely indecisive and start procrastinating.

Ascendant in Scorpio

Having the ascendant in Scorpio is the mark of an intense life and a lot of struggle. Determined, those born under this regency are also resistant and observant, with great magnetism and tendency to power. They can be reserved and hold grudges for many years, until they really forgive.

Ascendant in Sagittarius

Passionate about travel, people with the ascendant in Sagittarius tend to be expansive and restless. They are extremely detached and generous, with an optimistic outlook on life. They may have certain traits of strong moralism and even arrogance.

Ascendant in Capricorn

People who have the ascendant in Capricorn are hardworking, responsible and need structure to be able to put their projects forward. Reserved, they like to set limits in relationships and can give an air of seriousness and even melancholy. They are practical in their actions and relationships, being confused even with cold people.

Ascendant in Aquarius

Creative, they can present a more eccentric behavior and sometimes even impersonal. They are extremely friendly and very intelligent, and can even show some arrogance, even without intending to do so.

Ascendant in Pisces

Very sensitive, they usually listen to their strong intuition and get out of trouble with it. They can perceive the environment where they are, either by the energy of the place or their ability to empathize. It is an easy person to impress and has difficulty imposing limits.

Can knowing the astrological position of the sun, moon and ascendant bring self-knowledge?

You can get to know yourself better by studying your birth chart and analyzing your Sun, Moon and ascendants. Checking how they match your personality, gifts and behaviors will lead you to self-knowledge. After all, there will always be points that you agree and others that you disagree, making you reflect on yourself.

In reality the birth chart is a tool which will help you to think about your life and how you are dealing with it. Are you really taking advantage of your potential? Thus, what could be considered a defect, such as aggressiveness, for example, can be transformed into something good, such as the determination to win.

So yes, knowing the astrological position of the Sun, Moon and Ascendant is a valid way to develop self-knowledge, as long as you don't read it like a rule book, but rather like a chart - which shows you paths and alternatives. But in the end, it's up to you to decide where you want to go, how you're going to do it and at what pace you're going to reach that goal.