Characteristics of the Moon and Cancer

The moon is phlegmatic. She is learned and has a round body. She has auspicious looks and sweet speech, is fickle-minded, and very lustful.

• Bṛhat Parāśara Hora Śāstra
• Bṛhat Parāśara Hora Śāstra Symbol: The crab Symbol: The crab Element: Water Element: Water Ruling Planet: Moon/Candra Ruling Planet: Moon/Candra Ayurvedic constitutiok: Kapha (earth and water) Ayurvedic constitutiok: Kapha (earth and water) Healing stone: Pearl Healing stone: Pearl The symbol of cancer is a crab, an animal whose carapace covers a soft belly. In the same way, the native protects itself from the outer world and tends to be secretive, shy and discreet. This sign stands for the four states of consciousness in which we live, symbolized by the moon: Jāgrat (wakeful state), Svapna (the dream state) Suśupti (deep sleep) and Samādhi (deep meditation). Suśupti (deep sleep) and Samādhi (deep meditation). The moon is a changing planet; it waxes and wanes, and its movements are representative of the principle of time and space in the Universe. Those born under Cancer operate in the inner world with a strong emotional nature, as well as the outer world, as it enjoys being active. Its natives are often uncertain of their power and potential. They need to build up self-confidence. They are friendly, caring, show sympathy; they are nurturing and have motherly qualities. They like to be surrounded by people, with whom they can share their feelings and affection. Often, they become too emotionally sensitive and dependant on others. They can become much attached, which can make them nervous and weak. Their imagination and visualization is powerful and receptive; they have the power to create and realize their dreams. Very talkative, the sign will be honest in its relationships and unbending once it has made up its Characteristics of a Punarvasu-born mind to something. Once cancer feels confidence about himself, he will show pro-active behavior, initiative and power to shine over others like the moon, and can have great influence over masses. Cancer Nakṣatras: Punarvasu, Puśya and Āśleśa Cancer Nakṣatras: Punarvasu, Puśya and Āśleśa Characteristics of a Punarvasu-born Characteristics of a Punarvasu-born Characteristics of a Punarvasu-born Punarvasu is ‘the star of renewal’. It represents new beginnings and a life mission to carry forward successfully. The sky is the limit for this nakṣatra! It reflects purity, truth and strong moral values and confers ‘the ability to gain wealth and abundance’. Characteristics of a Punarvasu-born If you are born under Punarvasu’s auspices, you will have many friends, you will enjoy reading sacred texts and scriptures, and will possess gems, jewels and ornaments. Your spirit is able to rise from the ashes, and your approach to life is very optimistic and curious; you may be childlike and playful at times. You will have a good height and an oval face. You are generally calm but tend to get into disputes to exhibit your intelligence. This may give rise to arguments with other family members. You are good natured; even when you go through difficulties you will always help others. Easily contented, you are self- controlled, though occasionally indecisive. Be careful not to over intellectualize life, and therefore become too critical. Your mental vacillations do not allow you to be in the present moment, and this nervousness compels you to speak when you should keep silence. You will have abilities to work in the publishing field, the entertainment area, or as a teacher, as well as in fields that include dealing with social groups and the public. Great potential in the communication field can be developed here. Characteristics of a Puśya-born The moon in Puśya nakṣatra is supposed to be the most auspicious of the twenty seven nakṣatras. Its basic