Your sun, moon, and rising sign can reveal about you, but another element of your birth chart also plays a significant role: your astrological chart ruler. Keep scrolling to learn more about chart-ruler astrology, including the chart ruler meanings, and how to find your chart ruler.
Every zodiac sign is ruled by a particular planet. Your chart ruler is the planet that rules your rising sign, which essentially runs the show. It’s also important to note that some signs have two ruling planets because they were assigned before the discovery of Uranus, Neptune and Pluto.
You’ll need to know your rising sign to find your chart ruler. Don’t know yours? Use this free birth chart calculator to pull up your chart. Then scroll down and find your chart ruler below. To fully understand your chart ruler’s meaning, you must also factor in what astrological house and sign it resides within your birth chart.
For instance, I’m an Aquarius rising, making my chart ruler Uranus, located in my 11th house in Capricorn. If this sounds a bit complicated, it’s because it is, which is why it’s wise to consult with an astrologer who can provide more insight into your chart ruler’s role in your life by looking at your entire birth chart.
To start, read below to find your chart ruler and learn a bit about its meaning.
Mars is all about individuality, being courageous, having physical energy, and taking action. It shows you’re incredibly determined when working toward your goals. A Mars chart ruler gives off leader energy.
Venus is the planet of love, so it’s no wonder people with a Taurus or Libra rising are on an endless pursuit of all things beautiful, earthy, and grounded. Venus is also associated with self-worth and finances.
Mercury rules all things intellect, travel, technology, and communication—including how we communicate with ourselves via our thought processes and ideas.
The moon rules the emotional world, so as a chart ruler, it shows that you’re kind, creative, nurturing, generous, intuitive, and can easily pick up on other people’s emotions.
Like the sun, those born with a Leo rising chart ruler come off as super shiny to others and are meant to stand out.
In true Scorpio fashion, folks with a Pluto chart ruler can appear powerful, dark, and intense. Themes associated with Pluto include death, rebirth, the unconscious, and sensuality.
Saturn provides structure in our lives. It’s associated with obligations, discipline, boundaries, and karma.
Innovation, evolution, individuality, and freedom are things the planet of Uranus rules. People with this chart ruler have a rebellious spirit.
The planet of Neptune rules the mystic realm. Having it as your chart ruler signals you’re empathetic and can easily absorb other people’s emotions.
