In astrology, each planet represents different parts of our lives.

Learn about the meanings and significance of astrology planet symbols.

Each planet represents an aspect of our personalities, says astrologerRachel Lang.

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There can also beretrograde planets in your natal chart, too.

Which planet represents what in astrology?

The sun rules luminousfire signLeo, and is exalted in assertiveAries.

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Its your creative spark and sense of vitality.

And theres a reason for the suns artistic streak.

In ancient Greece, the sun was personified as the deity Helios, explains astrologerLauren Ash.

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It shows us how we best nurture and nourish ourselves through self-care, adds Lang.

The moon rules deeply emotionalwater signCancer, and is exalted in sensualearth signTaurus.

During the moons swift transit, Sunday explains that it represents the emotional landscape for our day-to-day.

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It symbolizes how we order our lives through routines, daily practices, and habits, says Lang.

Its how were thinking about life in a rational way and usually remains for several weeks at a time.

If theres a current social movement happening, Mars is involved and can influence the theme, explains Sunday.

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In terms of astrology, though, Jupiter urges us to follow our arrow.

Jupiter rules fire signSagittarius, the zodiacs adventurer, and is exalted in Cancer.

Related to the Greek deity Kronos, king of the Titans, who oversaw the earth and harvest.

Uranus is the planetary ruler of the independently-minded air signAquarius.

Emotional Pisces is the zodiac sign Neptune rules.

As such, its influence is also generational, more so than individual.

Keywords: Transformation, endings, power

What are the most powerful planets?

The specific placements and positions of planets within your natal chart are key to understanding what it all means.

What are planetary aspects?

Astrological aspectsrefer to the specific angular relationships planets make with one another, which are typically harmonious and contentious.

There are more minor aspects, too.

Below, Gailing explains five common planetary aspects.

What are exalted planets?

What are the luckiest planets?

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