Moon in Vedic astrology
Moon — mind, emotions, mother, the public.
Moon is the kāraka — the natural significator — of mind, emotions, mother, the public. It is a natural benefic (waxing), ruling Cancer, exalted in Taurus and debilitated in Scorpio.
Moon at a glance
- Signifies (kāraka)
- mind, emotions, mother, the public
- Nature
- Natural benefic (waxing)
- Owns (Swakṣetra)
- Cancer
- Exalted in
- Taurus
- Debilitated in
- Scorpio
- Gemstone
- Pearl (Moti)
- Metal
- Silver
- Day
- Monday
- Deity
- Lord Shiva / Gauri (Parvati)
Traditional remedies for Moon
When Moon needs strengthening, the classical dāna (offerings) are rice, milk, white cloth, silver, and its deity is Lord Shiva / Gauri (Parvati).
Traditional cultural guidance only — never medical, financial or guaranteed advice. A gemstone in particular should match your own chart before it is worn.
Where is Moon in your chart?
Moon's domain shifts entirely with the sign and house it holds and its dignity. Kundaly computes its exact placement and strength from your birth details and reads it in context.
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