Astrology Lexicon / planet
Moon (Chandra)
Overview
Moon (Chandra) is one of the nine grahas of Vedic astrology and signifies the mind, emotions, the mother and receptivity.
- • Rules Cancer; traditionally exalted in Taurus.
- • Its day is Monday. It is the second graha in the weekday order from Sunday.
- • Its strength in a chart is judged by sign, house, aspects and its place in the dasha sequence.
Traditional practices
- • Chanting "Om Chandraya Namah" on Mondays is a traditional practice.
- • Charity linked to this graha is traditionally given on its day.
These are traditional religious practices, not guaranteed outcomes. Astrological interpretation varies between traditions.
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