In astrology, your “Big 6” or “Big 3” refers to the sun, moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, and your rising sign, which are the most important planets in your natal chart.
These planets, together with the rising sign, work together in your birth chart to describe your self-expression. Each of these celestial bodies has its own distinct meaning, and when combined with the zodiac signs, they add to your astrological compass (also known as your birth chart) and provide insight into a variety of your behaviors.
While the rising sign isn’t a planet, it is in the sign that represents the start of your consciousness. The sun, moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars all reflect various elements of your life, personality, and how you connect with others, among other things.
Because these are the nearest celestial bodies to Earth, they have a greater impact on us than the outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto). The sun and moon are the “mom and dad” of the sky, working together to transform light and being the only planets that never station retrograde.
Mercury, Venus, and Mars, on the other hand, station retrograde on a regular basis and have an impact on how we interact, connect, and express ourselves based on their direct or retrograde movement, as well as the signs and houses in which they are positioned in our birth charts.
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What are the six major zodiac signs?
The placements of the Sun, Moon, Ascendant, Mercury, Venus, and Mars make up your Big 6. These placements reveal how you prefer to interact, love being romanced, deal with disagreement, and more. Locate your Big 6 astrology signs after you have your chart (Sun, Moon, Ascendant, Mercury, Venus, and Mars placements.) You’ll have six distinct positions to choose from, each with its own zodiac sign. The following part will go through the differences between these planets and how they interact with your entire birth chart.
BIG 6 STAR SIGNS MEANING
Your Big 6 in astrology begins with your Big 3 star signs (Sun, Moon, and Ascendant) before expanding to include Mercury, Venus, and Mars. Each of these positions, as well as the other planets in your full birth chart, has an impact on different facets of your personality.
Your ego energy is represented by your Sun Sign. It’s the facet of your personality that receives the most attention. What your Sun Sign represents in this lifetime is what your heart desires. Your Sun Sign also reveals how you prefer to express yourself and recharge your energy batteries.
Your Moon Sign indicates your emotions and inner self. It’s also known as your hidden personality. It has a significant impact on your interpersonal connections as well as how you intuitively perceive the universe. Your Moon Sign provides insight into your subconscious thoughts.
The energy of both your external personality and your birth chart as a whole is determined by your Rising sign. When you initially meet someone, the rising works as your energetic persona and aura. It’s how the rest of the world perceives you!
All things communication, intellect, spoken words, and the mind are influenced by your Mercury sign. It has an impact on how we see the world and, more crucially, how we feel ourselves fitting into it. It can also demonstrate how we acquire and process information or key skills.
Venus is the planet of passion, affecting dating, beauty, and pleasures in your horoscope. Venus can have an impact on long-term relationships, marriage, and romance. You may figure out what kind of romantic partner you are and who you attract by looking at what sign falls into your Venus.
Mars is the planet of action, and it has an impact on our passions, drive, and determination, among other things. Mars energizes both our assertive and confrontational personalities. Mars may show us what excites us, as well as what irritates us, as well as how we dispute and deal with differences.
You’ll want to figure out which zodiac sign and house each of your Big 6 belongs to, and then apply the zodiac signs’ effects to each of your placements. This will give you a holistic view of the energy flowing through your birth chart’s major personality placements! Rep this process for each planet in your horoscope until you have a complete picture of your horoscope.
What are my three major indicators?
In your birth chart, the Big Three are your Sun sign, Moon sign, and Rising sign. Understanding your Big Three is crucial because they serve as a pattern for who you are, what you want, and how you behave.
What method do you use to locate your rising sign?
The exact moment of your birth on your birthday is used to calculate your rising sign, also known as ascendant sign. Many free websites, including this one, provide a rising sign calculator. It’s impossible to compute your rising sign if you don’t know the precise moment you were born because it changes every two hours. So double-check your birth certificate copy for a correct astrology chart!
What is the nature of my Stellium?
When you map your natal chart, you can see the positions of all the planets in the sky at the time of your birth, not simply where the sun rises and sets.
“A stellium occurs when three or more planets are concentrated in a single zodiac sign or house in someone’s chart,” the twins explain. “Babies born in the summer of 2020 will have a stellium in Capricorn, because Jupiter, Saturn, and Pluto are all in Capricorn,” they explain. Having Mars, Mercury, and Saturn all in the fifth house is another example (which relates to romance, love, and creativity).
In some cases, people’s charts may have more than one stellium (i.e., three planets in Sag and three in the eighth house).
What is the ruler of my horoscope?
“The planet that regulates your ascendant or rising sign is your chart ruler.” (If you don’t know what this placement is, you can use a birth chart generator to find out.) According to Lang, “your rising sign reflects your body and your contact with the outside world.”
What is your ascension?
Your rising or ascendant is the sign that was ascending on the eastern horizon at the moment of your birth. It refers to the picture you put out into the world, or the mask you wear, and it provides insight into your abilities, talents, and tactics for navigating life. If you’ve ever felt like people don’t recognize you as your sun sign right away, it’s because they’re probably seeing your rising.
What are the signs of the zodiac that I belong to?
Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces are the 12 zodiac signs in order. Each zodiac sign has a symbol that dates back to Middle Ages Greek manuscripts. Let’s look at the zodiac symbols, constellations, and qualities in more detail.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
The ram is the constellation that represents Aries, the first of the twelve zodiac signs. You are adventurous, active, ambitious, and competitive if you were born under this sign. Aries are recognized for their agility and leadership abilities, as well as a tendency to be impetuous and blunt (due to the “fire” aspect).
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Taurus is the second of the twelve zodiac signs, and the constellation Taurus represents it. You are dedicated, dependable, focused, and creative if you were born under this sign. Tauruses are noted for their intelligence, trustworthiness, and stubbornness (the sign is a bull, after all). Tauruses are notorious for questioning authority and seeking pleasure.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
The constellation Gemini, which is made up of the Dioscurithe twins, Castor and Pollux, represents Gemini, the third of the twelve zodiac signs. You are active, expressive, intellectual, and playful if you were born under this sign. Geminis are recognized for their gregarious personalities and diverse interests, yet they have a (probably undeserved) reputation for being duplicitous.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
The constellation Cancer, which is most typically pictured as a crab, represents Cancer, the fourth of the twelve zodiac signs. If you were born under this sign, you are brave, empathetic, protective, and perceptive. Cancers are noted for their tendency to be remote and passive-aggressive, as well as their caring nature.
Leo (July 23-August 22)
The lion is the constellation that represents Leo, the fifth of the twelve zodiac signs. You are vivacious, extroverted, and fiery if you were born under this sign. Leos are recognized for their warm personalities and great self-esteem, although they can be proud or jealous at times.
Virgo (August 23-September 22)
The virgin is the constellation that represents Virgo, the sixth of the twelve zodiac signs. You are practical, analytical, and sophisticated if you were born under this sign. Virgos are recognized for their generosity and meticulous attention to detail, yet they may also be introverted and have unrealistic expectations for themselves and their loved ones.
Libra (September 23-October 22)
The scales, the only inanimate constellation, represents Libra, the seventh of the twelve zodiac signs. You are thought to be balanced, social, and diplomatic if you were born under this sign. Libras are recognized for their selflessness and camaraderie, although they can be overly pragmatic and insecure at times.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
Scorpio is the eighth of the twelve zodiac signs, and it is symbolized by the scorpion constellation. You are loyal, resourceful, and dedicated if you were born under this sign. Scorpios are recognized for their boldness and pioneering spirit, but they may be abrasive and walled off to strangers.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
The archer is the constellation that represents Sagittarius, the ninth of the twelve zodiac signs. If you were born under this sign, you are cheerful, self-reliant, and intellectual. Sagittariuses are noted for their magnetic qualities and generosity, yet they can also be arrogant and direct.
Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
Capricorn is the tenth of the twelve zodiac signs, and it is symbolized by the sea goat constellation. If you were born under this sign, you are patient, hardworking, and disciplined. Capricorns are recognized for their tenacity and fondness for boundaries and regulations, but they may be stubborn and too concerned with perfection.
Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
Aquarius is the eleventh of the twelve zodiac signs, and it is symbolized by the water carrier constellation. If you were born under this sign, you are thought to be creative, loyal, and unique. Aquariuses are recognized for their rebellious temperament and ingenuity, but they can be aloof and unyielding with loved ones.
Pisces (February 19-March 20)
Pisces is the last of the twelve zodiac signs, and it is symbolized by the fishes constellation. You are intuitive, artistic, and sympathetic if you were born under this sign. Pisces are famed for their empathy and artistic abilities, yet they can also be overly sensitive or delusional.
What are the indications of my planets?
Learn about the significance of each sign’s ruling planets in astrology.
- Mars is the governing planet of Aries. It’s worth pinning.
- Venus is Taurus’ governing planet.
- Mercury is Gemini’s governing planet.
- The moon is Cancer’s governing planet.
- The sun is Leo’s governing planet.
- Mercury and Chiron are the ruling planets of Virgo.
- Venus is Libra’s governing planet.
- Pluto is the governing planet of Scorpio.
What are the meanings of my rising and moon signs?
It’s essentially the sign that was rising on the Eastern horizon at the time of your birth. While your moon sign is considered to represent your inner self, your rising sign is said to represent your exterior self and how others see you.