Some astrologers argue that the moon is more important than either the sun or ascendant sign since it represents everything that’s happening in your life. The moon governs the emotions and moods that rule the mind. In the moon chart used in Vedic astrology, the moon sign is used as the first house—instead of the rising sign—to determine the house placements of your planets. A moon chart delves more deeply into how you perceive events and how they make you feel as opposed to what the events are.
The moon passes through the zodiac signs much faster than the sun, so your moon sign changes every 2 1/2 days. This is why it’s so important to include accurate, detailed birth information when you make your moon chart. [2] X Research source
For instance, if your moon is in the Ninth House on your birth chart, you’ll move it 4 places to place it in the ascendant or First House. Then, for instance, if you have Venus in the First House, you’d shift it 4 places, so it’s in the Fifth House. Repeat this for every planet.
Benefic planets: Moon, Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury. Favorable houses: 2nd, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 12th. [4] X Research source
For instance, if you have Venus in the Twelfth House, it’s a benefic planet, so it will provide support. As another example, if you have a benefic planet like Jupiter in the Second House, the house of wealth, it will give you resources. If you have a benefic planet in the Seventh House, the house of love, it will give you luck in that area.
Malefic planets: Sun, Mars, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu. Challenging placements: Malefic planets in the 5th or 9th Houses suggest troubles with your personality. For instance, Mars in the 9th House could make you come across as reckless or aggressive.
