Cancer Sun Sign - Zodiac Signs - Article by Astrology.com Cancer Sun Sign - Zodiac Signs BY ASTROLOGY.COM NOVEMBER 20, 2009 03:39 PM EST Share Share Share Cancer, the fourth sign of the zodiac, is all about home. Those born under this sign are 'roots' kinds of people, and take great pleasure in the comforts of home and family. Cancers are maternal, domestic and love to nurture others. More than likely, their family will be large, too -- the more, the merrier! Cancers will certainly be merry if their home life is serene and harmonious. Traditions are upheld with great zest in a Cancer's household, since these folks prize family history and love communal activities. They also tend to be patriotic, waving the flag whenever possible. A Cancer's good memory is the basis for stories told around the dinner table, and don't be surprised if these folks get emotional about things. Those born under this sign wear their heart on their sleeve, which is just fine by them. The mascot of Cancer is the Crab, and much like this shelled little critter, Cancers are quick to retreat into their shells if it suits their mood.

No wonder these folks are called crabby! For Cancer, it's not that big of a deal, though, since they consider this 'shell' a second home (and they do love home). The flip side of this hiding is that shell-bound Crabs are often quite moody. Further, in keeping with their difficulty in sharing their innermost feelings, it can become a Herculean task to pry a Crab out of its secret hiding place. What to do? Give the Crab time -- eventually these folks will come out to play again. When they do, they'll be the first to say so, in keeping with the Cardinal Quality attached to this sign. It's said that Crabs are first to laugh and first to cry, so you can bet they'll fill you in. That shell, by the way, isn't the only tough thing about Crabs. These folks are tenacious and strong-willed and like to get their way. If their well-documented kindness and gentleness doesn't do the trick, however, they're not above using emotional manipulation to make things happen.

If that still doesn't work, they'll just go back to their shell and sulk, or find a way to get back at the source of their pain, since Crabs can be rather vindictive. That said, any self-respecting Crab would tell you that they are ultimately motivated by protecting their home and loved ones, a most noble goal. Cancers are ruled by the Moon -- the Great Mother of the heavens in ancient times. Here on Earth, this is manifested in the Crab's maternal instincts and desire to protect home and hearth. This may appear smothering at times, but that's the Crab for you. The Moon is associated with fertility, too, a quality that is most pleasing to Cancers. The Moon is also the ruler of moods, and Cancers have plenty of those. These folks can cry you a river if they're so inclined, and they usually are. They can be overly sensitive, easily hurt and prone to brooding. Even so, Crabs find it easy to be sympathetic to others and are quick to show their affection. Their intuition is also a great help to them, especially in times of stress. The element associated with Cancer is Water.

Like the rolling waves of the sea, the Crab's emotions can make quite a splash. These folks tend to pick up on things and bring them in, with the outward result ranging from sentimentality to possessiveness. Crabs need to resist the temptation to become selfish or to feel sorry for themselves, since this behavior won't help. On the bright side, Cancers are good with money (although some consider them too thrifty), probably because they value a sense of security. Crabs are also quick to help others and tend to avoid confrontation. In keeping with their nurturing bent, those born under this sign are a whiz with food. A hearty picnic in the park is heaven-on-earth to most Crabs. Cancers often find that a robust workout session is just the tonic for their touchy feelings. Team sports are always nice, since they offer a sense of community; water polo should be elemental to aquatic Crabs. What are their team colors? The Moon is silver and white. Since Cancers have a tendency to be lazy, however, they may need someone to push them out the door. When it comes to the game of love, eager Crabs are devoted, romantic and able to get things going on their own.

Crabs are wise to listen to their gut, since this sign rules the stomach. The great strength of the Cancer-born is the tenacity with which they protect their loved ones. These folks don't ask for much, either: a comfortable home and sense of peace about sums it up. It's that nurturing instinct which makes Cancers a pleasure to be with. Sponsored Link Cancer Constellation: Facts About the Crab Cancer Constellation: Facts About the Crab By Kim Ann Zimmermann | August 7, 2012 02:25pm ET MORE Cancer, which is Latin for crab , is the dimmest of the 13 constellations of the Zodiac, having only two stars above the fourth magnitude. Locating Cancer the Crab Cancer lies between Leo, the lion, and Gemini, the twins. It is almost impossible to see Cancer as a crab with the naked eye or even binoculars. It looks more like a faint, upside-down Y. The small faint constellation Cancer is rich in open clusters and double stars. Credit: Starry Night Software Cancer is visible in the northern hemisphere in the early spring. It can be seen in the southern hemisphere during autumn.

The Cancer constellation occupies an area of 506 square degrees. Right ascension: 9 hours Best seen between latitudes 90 degrees and minus 60degrees Visibility is best during March at 9 p.m. Cancer contains two Messier objects, a set of astronomical objects first in 1771 by French astronomer Charles Messier in 1771. Cancer’s most famous Messier object is M44, also known as the Beehive Cluster, which is a small star cluster that resembles a swarm of bees. M44 contains about 50 stars, the brightest of which are of the sixth magnitude. ε Cnc is the brightest member at magnitude 6.3. Praesepe is also one of the larger visible open clusters with an area of 1.5 square degrees, or three times the size of the full moon. The constellation’s other Messier object, M67, is another open star cluster. β Cnc is the brightest star in Cancer at magnitude 3.5. It is an orange-hued giant star about 290 light-years from Earth.

The star α Cnc (Acubens), which means "the claw" is a double star with a primary of magnitude 4.3, 173 light-years from Earth. Other notable stars include the γ Cnc (Asellus Borealis), the "northern donkey," a white-hued star (158 light-years), and δ Cnc (Asellus Australis), "southern donkey," an orange-hued giant star (136 light-years). Constellations ancient and modern grace the skies year round. Let's see what you know about the star patterns that appear overhead every night. Start Over | More Quizzes Mythology The constellation of Cancer represents the giant crab that attacked Hercules during the second of his 12 labors he performed as penance for killing his family. It was sent by the jealous goddess Hera thwart Hercules as he battled the water serpent Hydra, but he killed it with his club. In astrology, which is not a science , Cancer is the fourth sign of the Zodiac and represents those born between June 20 to July 22.

It is considered a water sign and is one of the four cardinal signs, which are signs that indicate a change of season when the sun makes its annual passage into them. — Kim Ann Zimmermann Cancer Zodiac Sign - Astrological Meanings of the Star Sign Cancer Cancer Zodiac Sign Get a free online I Ching reading. The 64 hexagrams of the ancient Chinese I Ching, The Book of Change, and what they mean in divination. Books by Stefan Stenudd: Tarot Unfolded The imaginative reading of the Tarot divination cards focuses on what impressions the images and their symbols give. Several spreads are presented, as well as the meanings of all the 78 cards and their pictures. Click the image to see the book at Amazon. Life Energy Encyclopedia Qi (chi), prana, pneuma, spiritus, and all the other life force concepts around the world explained and compared. Click the image to see the book at Amazon. Cosmos of the Ancients All the philosophers of Ancient Greece and what they thought about cosmology, myth, religion and the gods. Click the image to see the book at Amazon. Sunday Brunch with the World Maker Fiction.

A brunch conversation slips into the mysterious, soon to burst beyond the realm of possibility. Click the image to see the book at Amazon. Cancer Zodiac Sign Horoscope Traits of the Crab Star Sign The Cancer Characteristics in Astrology Cancer, the Crab, is the fourth sign of the Zodiac. The Cancer horoscope sign belongs to the element water and has the cardinal quality. That makes it a Zodiac sign of emotions, the strong and protective ones. So, Cancer is said to be the motherly character of the horoscope, the benefactor, taking care of everyone else. Cancer, the Crab, is the fourth sign of the Zodiac. The sun enters Cancer on or around June 21, at the summer solstice. Cancer belongs to the element water, its quality is cardinal and its charge is negative. Its Ruler is the moon, and Venus exalts in it. Cancer's motto is: "I feel." In the horoscope chart, Cancer brings a caring, affec­tionate and protecting charac­ter to planets or Houses therein. Cancer the Benefactor Maternal instincts are typical of the Cancer horoscope character, although certainly people born in other Zodiac signs also can have them.

The ruler of the Cancer Zodiac sign is the moon, which is also all about feelings and longings, the needs of the soul. In the horoscope, the moon also represents the mother. Two generations of mothers, Anne and Mary, and the Jesus child. Painting by Leonardo da Vinci, as it looked before a controversial restoration of it in 2011. He worked on it for several years, but it remained in his workshop, as if unfinished, until his death in 1519. Click the image to see the same painting after the restoration. It must be understood that the Cancer Zodiac sign benefactor of the horoscope is a kind of ruler, insisting on what's best for everybody else. That's why Cancer is a cardinal sign. The protector demands obedience, claiming that it's the best for everybody. Maybe so. To the Cancer horoscope sign, the important aspect of living is how we feel, how our sentiments are fed and rewarded. Nothing else compares to it, whatever other people might think. So, Cancer in the horoscope is out to make everyone feel good, even when they don't know they need it. It's tempting for others to just accept what Cancer dictates, because it certainly leads to well-being.

But they might also find that other things are important, as well. Cancer does, too, if noticing that they need it to feel good. Those with the Cancer Zodiac sign are born with the sun in it, between June 21 and July 22. For much more about the Cancer influence in the horoscope, see the links in the menu to the left and below. Here's more about the Cancer archetype, the allegorical mother: The Mother Cancer Star Sign Those who have Cancer as their star sign are born when the sun was in Cancer, normally June 21 - July 22 (it differs slightly from year to year, be­cause of the leap years). There­fore, it is also - more accurately - called the sun sign. The sun in your horoscope is your natural self - what you are when you relax, when other planets in your horoscope are not active. It's your basic drive, a character more or less evident in all you do and all you are. The sun is the most important point in your horoscope chart, but it's not the only thing describing your personality. You need to look at all the components of your birth chart, to get a complete astrological description of your­self.

But here you find what can be said in general about the Cancer Horoscope Traits, based only on the sun's position. Cancer Horoscope Traits The Cancer star sign, starting at Midsummer, is the kind benefactor, bringing warmth and fruition. In the horoscope, Cancer is regarded as the maternal character of the Zodiac, its traits being protective with the power of a ruler, but indeed a benevolent one. The Cancer horoscope sign is all about feelings and wants everyone to feel good. Feeling Good with Cancer If your star sign is Cancer, you are an emotional being, engaging yourself in caring about others. Cancer is the motherly sign. That's far from a submissive charac­ter. Notice that the Cancer sign's quality is cardinal, leading. The Cancer character is caring in a protective way, a tendency to control, although with good intentions. Cancer's perspective is one of feelings, more than of thoughts, things, or action. Cancer pays attention to moods, and strives to make everybody feel good. Any Cancer would be a good reader of how people really feel inside, no matter what they say or what face they show. To Cancer, life is primarily emotional - anything else is secondary or completely irrelevant.

So, Cancer wants everybody to feel good and believes to know how, whatever the others have to say about it. This protective spirit may be gentle and compassionate, but make no mistake about it: Cancer demands to be in control, convinced that it's the best for everyone. Cancer, illustration from a 1482 edition of a book by Hyginus. Three Different Cancer A Zodiac sign doesn't give exactly the same influ­ence all through its 30°. Its first third has something of a cardinal quality, whatever the quality of the sign as a whole is, its second third is slightly more fixed in quality, and the last third is more mutable. If you were born at the end of June (from Midsummer and on), the sun is in the beginning of Cancer. Then you're very controlling and domi­nating, especially in an emotional way. You allow yourself to interfere, in order to make others feel better. Since this is the cardinal part of the sign and Cancer is a cardinal sign, people with the sun here are the most typical Cancers, showing the traits of the sign clearly. If you were born in the beginning of July, the sun is in the middle of Cancer.

That means you're very protective, trying to maintain a stillness so that others don't get upset or worried. You strive for everyone to feel good, forever. If you were born in the middle of July, the sun is at the end of Cancer. That makes you anxious to avoid situations that might worry others or make them feel unpleasant. You are tireless in your efforts to make everybody feel good, and it takes its toll on you. Also, in your efforts to please you may unwillingly irritate the people around you. The star constellation Cancer, represented by a crab. Illustration from Firmamentum, by Hevelius 1690. Cancer's Father in the Horoscope The sun in the horoscope also represents your father (the mother is represented by the moon). That means your Cancer traits reveal something about the characteristics of your relationship with your father. If you have the sun in Cancer, your relation to your father is one of deep affection, where both of you feel very committed to each other. You are also both quite protective, sometimes in ways that lead to frustration, because you both feel that you know what's best for the other.

Still, your bonds are unlikely to ever break, and you cherish each other's company, without the need to either speak or do anything in particular. Cancer Horoscope Forecasts By observing the movements of the planets, astrology can reveal certain things about what will happen to Cancer during the year - at least some of the most significant events. Here are the astrological forecasts for the Cancer Zodiac sign in 2016 and the last few years: Skyscript: Cancer the Crab Personality Traits As the sign of the Crab, the psychological traits of Cancer are characterised by the image of a creature with a tough, hardened shell protecting a soft and vulnerable centre. Cancer is ruled by the Moon and belongs to the element of water. Unlike most signs, which share their planetary rulers, Cancer claims exclusive rights to the Moon, both sign and planetary ruler termed 'cold and moist' in nature. Understanding the essence of that phrase reveals a lot about the complex sensitivity that lies beneath the Cancerian's thick, crustaceous shell. In ancient astrology the condition of 'moistness' was viewed as the capacity to release emotions and connect with other beings.

Moisture blurs the boundaries that define us as distinct individuals, allowing empathy, sympathy and a shared experience of personal or collective events. The act of sharing emotions represents an important aspect of forming bonds and unions, so moisture is also a creative condition, which forms the basis of love, fertility and reproduction. When we become too emotional the natural reaction is to release the 'excess of water' through the shedding of tears. Hence, water as an element relates to the emotions and the world of feelings. It is a passive, absorbing element; receptive and keenly perceptive. The energy of water is fluid, unshaped, lacking consistency in definition and structure, but remarkable in its ability to seep into inaccessible places and change its form - sometimes appearing as vaporous as steam, sometimes as cold and solid as ice. The use of the word cold when applied to this element could never imply that there is insensitivity to feelings or detachment from emotions, but that the energy is passive, not active. Water 'types' are not quickly stirred to heated debate or dynamic, self-assertive action. Their tendency is to wait, reflect and absorb, responding to circumstances and remaining responsive to the needs of others and the changing demands of life's events.

In the water signs of Scorpio and Pisces we see a different expression of this energy. Scorpio symbolises the stillness of the murky depths, areas so deep and dark that no movement occurs without the disturbance of long-accumulated sediment. Pisces, associated with the linear flow of the river, suggests a more immediate response to collective movement, trends and ideals. Lacking the hardened shell of the other water types, Pisces signifies a sensitive energy, easily impressed upon by its immediate environment. But Cancer, taking its habitation on the shore of the ocean, and governed by the Moon, responds to the cyclic and rhythmic rise and fall of life's ebb and flow. This sign is known for its moodiness, so Cancerians can be up one day and down the next, responding to the joys and pains of the world in a pattern that can (superficially) seem to bear little relation to the immediate events around them. Since Cancer finds its strength in instinctive, emotional responses, Cancerians are known for their remarkable psychic sensitivity, absorption of memories and receptiveness to emotional impressions.

This is widely accepted as one of the most psychic signs of the zodiac and there is usually a marked interest in the occult, a vivid recollection of powerful dreams, and strong symbolic appreciation. But such an acute sensitivity to their physical and unconscious environment is a double-edged sword, and awareness of complex psychological factors that underlie apparently simple acts make it difficult for Cancerians to apply their will and foster their own self-interests unfettered by feelings of guilt and torn sympathies. This hesitancy and vulnerability to emotional impacts on themselves and others has given the sign a reputation for weakness, and a lack of ability to apply direct action to direct problems. In addition, this sign is one that dislikes glares of publicity and is rarely comfortable at the centre of attention. Traditional descriptions of the sign depict it as 'dark' and nocturnal, lacking in vibrancy. The astronomical foundation for this is that the constellation Cancer is a particularly dark and dimly lit region of the sky. It has few distinguishable stars and is mainly notable for a nebulous, cloud-like cluster which ancient astronomers regarded as an area where energies were dissipated. The connection with the element of water and the rulership by the Moon reinforces the ancient foundation of this reputation.

The water element relates to the phlegmatic humour, which seeks to retain its energies and inclines towards lethargy, while association with the Moon adds to the sense of inconstancy and irrational or unreasonable behaviour - or behaviour that seems strange when evaluated solely by reason or the rational faculties. The more negative traits associated with this sign then, are physical weakness, lethargy bordering on laziness, a chaotic and unorganised application of methods (often the cause of associated sloppiness and untidiness in the home and dress), and a moodiness that is hard for others to relate to or fully understand. Cancer generally has a dislike of discipline, aptly symbolised by a creature that lacks an internal skeletal structure, but the Cancerian way of dealing with that is simply to avoid issues; there is little inclination towards rebellious acts or direct and open confrontations. The symbolism of the celestial crab also gives an insight into the way that Cancerians move through life, react to situations and respond to problems. Cancer is one of the few constellations that rises backwards in the zodiac.

The Sun's entry into Cancer occurs at the summer solstice - a term derived from the appearance of the Sun 'standing still' as it approaches this point. The creature itself, of course, is known for its sidewards gait. So the movement associated with Cancer is a strange one, revealing a sense of hesitancy, a sidewards approach to things, and an element of moving forwards whilst not looking squarely at what lies ahead. Despite the intuitive gift that this sign possesses, Cancer is not known as a sign of quick action or immediate response. Cancerians tend to vacillate before deciding on a course of action, and once that course is chosen, the logic that lies beneath it is often convoluted. Decisions are based upon reasoning that is neither obvious nor apparent to other people, but presenting a great skill for lateral thinking, for originating solutions to problems from angles that others have not discovered. When combined with Cancer's natural artistic flair and strongly developed imagination, this can offer advantages in careers such as marketing, where the creative exploration of unconventional approaches can be seen as a real talent.

The backwards gaze of the constellation is also symbolic of the Cancerian interest in the past, a trait that is emphasised by the Moon's rulership of the sign. This manifests on a personal and social level and Cancerians often have a keen interest in history, past cultures and traditions, as well as a high respect for personal history, genealogy, ancestral origins, nationalism, and a desire to preserve and protect family customs. Ruled by the Moon, Cancer relates to tribal instincts and ethnic origins, and there is often a clan-like attitude to one's own community and family structure. Cancerians make very caring parents, but they sometimes suffer from over-protection and 'clinginess' in domestic relationships, becoming too dependent on the need to preserve a tight-knit family unit and failing to recognise when it is appropriate to loosen the bonds. Of course, the function of the Moon is to nurture and protect the young, so maternal and paternal instincts run very strongly through this sign. Cardinal signs are noted for being changeable, and Cancerians are certainly changeable in their day-to-day views, emotions and opinions. But they find change in their environment and basic life-structure difficult to handle and have a deep need for security in personal relationships.

They like to hold on tightly to what they value as near and dear to them. They make great partners for people who appreciate a caring and committed mate, and they enjoy the role of being domestic provider - catering to homely comforts, offering tasty and nourishing food and providing a secure and pleasant family environment. Theirs is a gentle, relaxing and delicate energy; they need warmth, intimacy and emotional closeness and would not be suited to partners that value emotional independence or are inclined towards sexual, spiritual or even intellectual freedom. Although Cancer is not inherently a materialistic sign, the image of a vice-like grip in their great pinching claws refusing to let go of what they see as rightly theirs, does apply to their material interests as well as their emotional investments. The word crabby, which generally means moody but is also taken to mean 'tight with money', originates from the reputation of this sign, in a trait that was recognised in the earliest texts. Manilius, writing in the 1st century AD, remarks of those born under this sign "Of a grasping spirit ï¿½ and skill in making profits; ï¿½ His is a shrewd nature, and he is ready to fight for his profits" (Astron.

4.165). It is within the area of business relationships that the Cancerian is best able to apply the protection of the tough upper casing and let the head rule the heart. Cancerians make good investors and good business managers - what they lack in 'pizzazz' they more than make up for in persistence and tenacity. Often underrated because of the softness of their emotional natures, it has to be remembered that, as the sign of the solstice, Cancer is a cardinal sign that does not give its ground away easily. Their hesitancy to act on first impulse makes them resistant to glib, superficial deals; instead they will circle around all options, vacillating to and fro, before finally settling on the deal that feels right for them. When they do invest financially, it is with caution and shrewdness. When they feel that their real interests - emotional or material - are at stake, they will fight to the bitter end. The irony is the motivation that powers them. They are driven by the need to safe-guard their family and loved ones, they have no real interests in acquiring wealth purely for their own use, but as a legacy of security that they can pass on to others that they care about.

Cancer is a complex sign, capable of offering very different personas depending on the angle that you view them from. They are slow to form intimate relationships, yet unless a close emotional contact exists they are unlikely to expose the soft-underbelly that borders their vulnerable centre. Instead they will maintain a sense of detachment and what you will see from the outside is a hardened, impenetrable shell that gives no hint of where their true values lie. Dignified Planets Cancer the Crab - Zodiac Signs Cancer the Crab - Zodiac Signs Cancer the Crab - Zodiac Signs Emotional Power Updated February 19, 2016. Cancer the Crab is a sign of feelings, home and the artistic soul. Cancer season is the full flowering of Summer, with dates from June 21st to July 21st. Sun into Cancer begins (in the North) with Summer Solstice , when the Sun is at its peak. Cancer season is one for summer parties, glistening skin and splashing in water bodies. Cancer in love is standoffish until they are smitten. Then they're like moony-eyed, and stuck on you. Cancer is a homebody, and has a primal need for security on the home front.

But the Crab is also ambitious, like other cardinal signs, and is often tenacious when moving toward its goal. Cancer's are Moon-ruled, and can become a bit looney, especially when worn down, emotionally hurt, lonely or overwhelmed. Moods come and go quickly, and the Cancerian is intimate with the waxing and waning -- the Moon in all her phases. It's the Zodiac sign of the Mother, originating waters, cozy closeness, emotional bonding (or bondage!) Cancer's depth of feeling is palpable, and its impulse is toward emotionally familiar people and places. Cancer is at its most powerful when using the power of emotion, to move people and experience meaning. Cancer Particulars Birthstone ruby, moonstone or pearl. Gemstones white varieties like opal, mother of pearl, white topaz, snow quartz. Flowers are moon flowers, night-blooming cereus, cotton, lilies and white roses, daisies, wallflowers and poppies. Flowers for the Moon garden, like jasmine, stephanotis and tuberose, and the peony.

Also, white gardenia, camelia, madonna lily, water lily, ocean pearl, white aster, arctic queen clematis. Animals bears, kangaroos, opossum. Home-carrying types like turtles and snails. Water creatures like the playful otter, shellfish, crabs, lobsters. Cancer is the keeper of the hearth and home, but they're eager to make a mark, too. They move indirectly, sensing the undercurrents, and developing strong ties of loyalty among friends and co-workers. Cancer in Love The Crab likes to take its sweet time in the love game. In fact, if you meet a boundary-less Cancer, be ware -- they likely have known great heart break and breaches of trust. Cancer wants to feel sure of you in love, and may always need reassurance from those closest to them. Sometimes this is intense, and has an almost desperate edge to it. Some Crabs flounder through life and love, and find it hard to truly show their vulnerability.

And yet, Cancer people are endearing, and often exude a warmth that makes friends or family feel like they've "come home." The Crab loves to take care of those he or she loves, and becomes a local treasure for these nurturing traits. Extremes of Cancer At the extreme edges, Cancer is neurotic, self-absorbed, manipulative, clingy and bogged down in emotional swamps. Cancer is gifted with a rare sense of timing, which helps in business and love. Some come off as aloof, but are registering everything. A wounded Cancer can be cruel and rejecting -- becoming what they fear the most. Many have crazy close ties with 'Mother' which translates to a lifelong challenge to become emotionally self-sustaining. Cancer's have big hearts and many are artists, putting great emotional force in whatever they do. *The Dates for Cancer change every year, so check an ephemeris -- or your free birth chart -- if you're on the cusp.

The signs of the zodiac - April Elliott Kent's Big Sky Astrology April Elliott Kent's Big Sky Astrology The signs of the zodiac Posted November 1st, 2013 & filed under Aquarius , Aries , Beginners , Cancer , Capricorn , Gemini , Learning Astrology , Leo , Libra , Pisces , Sagittarius , Scorpio , Taurus , Virgo , Zodiac Signs . Signs of the Zodiac The signs of the zodiac, usually simply referred to as signs, are by far the most recognizable symbols of astrology. They represent the characteristics of 12 archetypal personalities that are based on the zodiac (from the Greek, “circle of animals”). The zodiac is a band of 12 constellations (groups of fixed stars) through which the Sun appears to pass in its apparent annual journey around the Earth. Understanding the symbolism of the signs of the zodiac can help you understand your personal style, attitudes, and approach to life. Symbolism and Characteristics Each sign takes its astrological symbolism and characteristics from the time of year when the Sun is moving through that sign.

For instance, the Sun is in Aries (March 21 – April 19) at the vernal equinox, the beginning of a new annual cycle of planting and growth. As the first sign of spring, and of the zodiac, Aries represents new beginnings. For farmers and gardeners, this is an important time of year to prepare the soil for new seeds with metal implements and hard work; thus, Aries is ruled by the planet Mars, ruler of physical work, and both Aries and Mars have a strong astrological association with metal. As befits the first sign of the zodiac, Aries people are said to be natural leaders who have the courage to try new things. Aries is the genus name for sheep, and people born when the Sun is in this sign are believed to share the ram’s characteristics of potency and jumping into situations head-first. The symbol used to represent Aries in the astrology chart (see table) looks like a ram’s horns. . Your Sun Sign Popular horoscope features in newspapers and magazines are based on the signs of the zodiac, and specifically on the sign through which the Sun appeared to be moving at the time of your birth.

This is what is meant when someone refers to “your sign.” The Sun sign is considered important because the Sun is the most powerful single object in our sky, so the sign where it is located at your birth is considered the single most powerful influence in your birth chart and in your life. Understanding your Sun sign is a good place to begin to understand your personality and most powerful motivations. What Your Sun Sign Means About You The Sun moves through the entire zodiac in just about one year, staying in a single sign for about 28 – 30 days. The Sun Sign represents the dominant themes of your life. It may describe personality characteristics based on the symbolism and characteristics of the sign that the Sun is in. The prominence of these traits may be modified by the other planets or by the house placement of the Sun at the time of your birth, or especially the sign on the Ascendant of the horoscope. How to Find Your Sun Sign You can find your Sun sign by locating your birthday in the table below. If you are born on a day when the Sun enters or leaves a sign, you will have to have an astrology chart calculated for the time and place of your birth to determine which sign the Sun was on the day of your birth.

(Calculate your birth chart for free at ) Sign 35 Phenomenal Cancer Tattoos - SloDive 35 Phenomenal Cancer Tattoos by Nisha Patel | in Tattoos Advertisement All of us are born with some innate qualities inside us and it is said that these are the result of the sun sign that rules us. According to astrology, a person with a particular sun sign has certain traits that find a resonance with the symbol that represents the said sun sign. There are people who like to wear their sun signs as tattoos on their body parts to represent what their sun signs. If we talk of the fourth zodiac sign, i.e. the cancer, crab is the creature with which people born under this sun sign are linked. The crab has a tough outer wall but a softer inside core and cancerians are like this only. Ruled by the planet moon, this sun sign represents the water element. So, cancer tattoos are made up of the symbols that depict the above mentioned qualities. Crab is the most popular symbol for tattoos. Apart from this, the cancer glyph (two interlacing claws), 69 number, moon, stars and waves are popular and apt tattoo ideas for representing the cancer sun sign.

If you are a cancerian and looking for a tattoo then have a look at this post that we have created for people like you. It gives amazing ideas to get a perfect cancer tattoo. If you like this article, you might be interested in some of our other articles on Virgo Tattoos , Zodiac Tattoos , Knuckle Tattoos and Hand Tattoos . Advertisement Cancer Crab Carved in black and blue, this cancer symbol has an amusing touch that looks very cute. Cancer Crab Cute Tattoo Design Combining the 69 symbol and the crab body, a lovely tattoo piece has come out representing the zodiac sign. Cute Tattoo Design Ankle Tattoo The crab, holding the cancer symbol, symbolizes the fact that people ruled by this sun sign are very close to their family and friends. Ankle Tattoo Cute Cancer Tattoo The cancer symbol along with stars, behind the ear, represents the dark star constellation associated with the zodiac sign. Cute Cancer Tattoo Armband Tattoo This man has worn a basic armband along with cancer symbol around his forearm as an indicator of his sun sign.

Armband Tattoo Wet Cancer Tattoo Pink and grey crab, swimming in the water, makes for a fantastical tattoo design that also represents the basic element of this sun sign. Wet Cancer Tattoo My Zodiac Sign Tattoo Cancerian crab glyph, carved on the hand with small stars creates a romantic piece that is one of the traits of a cancerian. My Zodiac Sign Tattoo Nape Tattoo The two interlacing claws representing the crab, sitting on the back of the neck, with stars symbolizes the dreamy nature of the person. Nape Tattoo Fight Cancer This wearer with the cancer sun sign overcame the fight against the disease and survived through the ordeal and this tattoo is a symbol of both. Fight Cancer Head Tattoo The crab design, carved on the shaved head, is for the astrological sign of the man that he wants to flaunt. Head Tattoo Calf Tattoo This a lovely tribal design with the 69 symbol representing the cancer and their dreamy nature that always keeps them occupied in imaginations. Calf Tattoo Simple Crab Tattoo The 69 number represents the crab and is opted by many as an astrological tattoo design because of its simplicity.

Simple Crab Tattoo Forearm Cancer Tattoo Cancerians are known to be emotional creatures and wear their sentiments on their sleeves and therefore, this forearm tattoo looks quite apt. Forearm Cancer Tattoo Loving Memory Tattoo The man got this tattoo, on his arm, in memory of her mother who was ruled by the cancer sign. Loving Memory Tattoo Arm Cancer Tattoo The crab has a tough exterior and a soft interior that is also the characteristic of a person ruled by this sign, represented as a tattoo. Arm Cancer Tattoo Interlacing claws Tattoo The easiest to get and the most sober symbol, this cancer tattoo design is a favorite of many. Interlacing claws Tattoo My Cancer Zodiac Sign The wearer got this black ink tattoo designed by himself that proclaims his sun sign and looks cute. Shoulder Tattoo Gabriel’s Zodiac Cancer tattoo with archangel Gabriel’s sigil as the angel is associated with moon, water, emotions and feminine side of nature.. Gabriel’s Zodiac Lovely Calf Tattoo The man has got a touching tattoo with the sun sign symbols of his wife and himself inside the infinity symbol Lovely Calf Tattoo Cancer Tribal Tattoo Intelligent cancer tattoo with the tribal sun surrounding the 69 symbol that symbolizes desire for fame and achievement.

Cancer Tribal Tattoo Lower Back Tattoo The girl got her zodiac sign tattooed on the lower back along with a knotted design in red to give the cancer symbol an aesthetic touch. Lower Back Tattoo Tiny Zodiac Sign A large lotus flower holding the cancer symbol in its central part symbolizes the homely and clingy nature of the cancerians. Tiny Zodiac Sign Famous Cancer Zodiac Tattoo Bold design made up of interlacing claws that is plain but has a bold touch and always reminds the wearer of his traits as a cancerian. Famous Cancer Zodiac Tattoo Cancer Tattoo Upper Back Sober cancer tattoo made with the 69 number on the upper back of the girl is a symbol of attachment people of this sun sign are known to possess. Cancer Tattoo Upper Back Cool Wrist Tattoo The man wears his zodiac sign on his wrist which is a favorite spot for sporting the 69 cancer symbol. Cancer Cancer Cancer the 4th house of the zodiac Ruled by: The Moon The Egyptians worshiped the ancient symbol of the scarabaeus. This symbol related to death and rebirth and was related to the male, rather than the feminine.

This association with the beginning, and the end of life, and also represents Atum (also known as the sun God Ra) as pushing the sun around the heavens until it is reborn at dawn, only to die each night where he/she fights with the underworld to emerge victorious to begin a new day. Myth The sea Goddess male counterpart is Protaras, who is the old man of the sea. He is part lion, part viper stag and is fish tailed. Protaras was the prophet who helped Odysseus through his turbulent voyage - without his help he would never had made it. Protaras is a shape changer, like a shaman. Odysseus had quite a job on his hands and needed great patience when asking for help, because he had to wait for the prophet to shape change before he was ready to give him an answer. It is this side which is really evident in Cancerians. The way they manouver themselves in order not to get caught, and slip into energies, which are around them, not really aware which part of the shift of energy is really themselves. They can later transform as they release their creativity.

Cancer is related to motherhood it is her/his prime concerns, but this sign represents the father figure as well. The ancients believed at one time that Cancer was the first sign of the zodiac because this was the entrance of life from the heavens to the primal ocean of mother. But the parents in myth also represent the uroboric, which is the perfect blend of opposites, that was intended at the beginning of time male and female. World parents. In the Greek myth Hercules battles with the Hydra the nine-headed serpent monster. During the fight all the animals favored Hercules, but a giant crab sent by the Goddess came out of a cave, and bit him on the ankle, and due to this he nearly lost the fight. But eventually he won. The crab had done Heras bidding, and she was blessed with a place in the heavens where she could be honored. Hera's dislike of Hercules was because he is a hero and challenges her authority. The Moon The Moon is the complement of the Sun, reflecting its light onto the Earth and governing its tides and cycles. Seen from Earth, the Sun and Moon are equal in size. Selene is the Greek goddess of the Moon.

Selene drove a chariot across the sky, and the rays from her golden crown lit up the night sky. When her ride finished, her brother, Helios the Sun, began his chariot ride, lighting up the day time. Circe was another Greek goddess who has lunar qualities. Circe lived on an island in the Mediterranean Sea. When Odysseus landed on the island, Circe turned Odysseus s men into pigs. But Odysseus had a powerful herb given to him by Hermes that enabled him to turn his men back to normal form. Circe then became an ally of Odysseus and aided him in his travels. For example, by warning him of the Sirens and advising Odysseus to put wax in the ears of his sailors so that they would not be lured by the Sirens. The Sirens were sea nymphs whose sweet singing lured sailors to their rocky island, causing their destruction on the rocky shores. The myth of Circe indicates that emotional and subconscious forces can rule our lives and put us at the mercy of their power (i.e.

turn us into pigs) if we are unconsciously controlled by them, but these same emotional and subconscious forces can provide intuition, direction, and assistance if we know how to correctly attune ourselves to the instinctual, biological forces (i.e. use the correct herb). Cancer Zodiac Sign Symbol: Its Meaning and Origin Get a free online I Ching reading. The 64 hexagrams of the ancient Chinese I Ching, The Book of Change, and what they mean in divination. Books by Stefan Stenudd: Tarot Unfolded The imaginative reading of the Tarot divination cards focuses on what impressions the images and their symbols give. Several spreads are presented, as well as the meanings of all the 78 cards and their pictures. Click the image to see the book at Amazon. Life Energy Encyclopedia Qi (chi), prana, pneuma, spiritus, and all the other life force concepts around the world explained and compared. Click the image to see the book at Amazon. Cosmos of the Ancients All the philosophers of Ancient Greece and what they thought about cosmology, myth, religion and the gods. Click the image to see the book at Amazon. Sunday Brunch with the World Maker Fiction.

A brunch conversation slips into the mysterious, soon to burst beyond the realm of possibility. Click the image to see the book at Amazon. The Cancer Symbol Its Origin and Meaning in Astrology The above image is the established symbol (also called glyph) for the Zodiac sign Cancer, the Crab. It's a simplified drawing of the crab's rounded shape and two big claws. Both the Zodiac sign and its symbol have been along for ages. The Zodiac division of the ecliptic into twelve parts, each assigned a Zodiac sign, is probably of Babylonian (Mesopotamia) origin. They were very early with astrology, mapping the sky and noting planetary movements thousands of years ago. The Zodiac, very much like the one we know today, might have emerged in Mesopotamia around 1000 BC. But Babylonian astrology is probably far older than that. Crayfish or Crab The Babylonians connected this Zodiac sign to a similar marine species. They called the sign The Crayfish. But already in Classical Greece, the Crab was established as the name of the sign and the constellation. Still, thorugh the centuries, this crab has been pictured in many different ways, more than a few of them looking more like a crayfish.

On the other hand, antique images of animals were often far from photogtraphically exact or even aiming to be. The small constellation of Cancer is not much like a crab. A crayfish with its long body and extended claws is more near at hand. Through history, this has also been a common image, but there have been crabs as well. Several of the Zodiac constellations are equally vague or even more so. Here's the constellation Cancer: As you can see, the formation of the stars suggest - if anything - more of a crayfish than a crab. Below is an antique illustration of the same constellation, where the figure of the crayfish has been added. It's from a 17th century book: Firmamentum sobiescianum, by Johannes Hevelius, 1690. Cancer in Ink Below is an ink version of the symbol for Cancer, which I did a number of years back in an experiment of using Japanese ink calligraphy (shodo) for old European astrology symbols. I've used these pictures on my astrology websites, mainly for fun and for the odd graphic effect, and I've seen them copied all over the Internet.

I'm fine with that, although I think it wouldn't hurt if the source was mentioned. Well, what to do? Anyway, here's that ink again, this time in the original black and white (click on the image to see a bigger version): Cancer the Sign As for the picture commonly used to represent the Cancer Zodiac sign, it's been an image of a crayfish or a crab for as long as that has been its name - probably longer than the symbol described above has existed. Below is one typical example, where the stars of the constellation Cancer have also been marked. It's an illustration from Poeticon astronomicon, a 1482 book by Hyginus. For the header of this website, I combined the symbol for Cancer with an image of an actual crab, which shows the great similarity between the symbol and the actual animal. The background is a dollhouse, as a symbol of the typical Cancer care for the home and the family. This is a famous Dutch antique doll house made by Petronella Oortman (1656-1716).

Here's the whole dollhouse: Zodiac Sign Symbols Here are the symbols (glyphs) of all the twelve Zodiac signs, and links to pages telling more about each Zodiac sign symbol. 25 Graceful Cancer Sign Tattoos - SloDive 25 Graceful Cancer Sign Tattoos by Nisha Patel | in Tattoos Advertisement The cancer sign or the 69, is one of the most intriguing of all zodiac signs. Design-wise it represents a strange reverse symmetry, with the numbers 6 and 9 together making a circle. If you study Cancer Sign Tattoos and their rich designs, you should be able to see that too. The cancer sign tattoo designs are generally done by people who bear the cancer zodiac sign. Also, people who can relate to the number 69, irrespective of whether they are Cancerian, often have these tattoos. There are many artistic variations of this very special tattoo, from the simple to the intricate. Cancer is recognized as the fourth zodiac sign, and it includes people born between 21st June and 22nd July. The cancer sign is also known as the sign of the crab. The cancer sign or the number 69 also represents harmony and balance.

What that means is that you can imagine the circles of each 6 and 9 as spirals and their tails as the outward and inward movement of the spiral. Also, it should be mentioned that the Yin Yang sign is a mirror image of the 69 pattern. The magic and mystery of these tattoo designs make them popular among those who love patterned permanent body ink art. Here is a look at some amazing designs that use a play of 6 and 9 for interesting effects. If you like this article, you might be interested in some of our other articles on Demi Lovato Tattoos , Tattoo Designs For Men , Selena Gomez Tattoos and Justin Bieber Tattoos . Advertisement Simple Cancer Sign 69 Tattoo The simple 69 tattoo in black done on the wrist looks great. It tells you the simple is truly beautiful. Simple Cancer Sign 69 Tattoo Roman 69 Tattoo With Stars The 69 tattoo here has the digits written in Roman numerals, below the tattoo. The tattoo is crowned by three stars, two on either side and one at the top.

Roman 69 Tattoo With Stars Hand And Wrist 69 Tattoo Simply done but creating a powerful statement, these 69 tattoos inked in a group ink ceremony are just awesome. Hand And Wrist 69 Tattoo Artistic 69 Tattoo The artistic 69 tattoo behind the ear has stars trailing 69 thus showing that 69 is a magical number. Artistic 69 Tattoo Spiraling In And Out 69 Tattoo This cancer sign tattoo shows the 69 as spirals. Three magical stars are also visible in the design. Spiraling In And Out 69 Tattoo Tribal 69 Power Tattoo This cancer sign 69 tattoo has a sense of power in it. Intricately done, this is a very creative tattoo. Tribal 69 Power Tattoo Fish Double 69 Tattoo There are two fishes and one 69 in each fish. The double fish is also a zodiac sign called Pisces. Fish Double 69 Tattoo Circular Spiral 69 Tattoo Red shades on either side of the cancer sign 69 add a touch of color to the design. There are also two stars that are visible on either side. 69 is done in black ink.

Circular Spiral 69 Tattoo Sun 69 Tattoo Glowing sun with 69 tattoo in the center of the sun makes for an awesome fiery tattoo design in shades of orange. Sun 69 Tattoo Musical 69 Tattoo The musical 69 tattoo is done on the backside of the elbow. It shows the flow of music through the spiraling patterns. Musical 69 Tattoo Water 69 Tattoo Here 69 has been imagined as two fishes in an amoeba like puddle of water. The digits have sharp edges and they have been done in black and white. Water 69 Tattoo Wrist 69 Tattoo The simple 69 tattoo creates a subtle effect on the wrist. The 69 has been done in solid black. Wrist 69 Tattoo Weird Human 69 Tattoo In this extremely creative tattoo, the cancer sign 69 has been imagined as a human figure in artistic strokes. Weird Human 69 Tattoo Skull Truth 69 Tattoo This intense tattoo shows the pirate skull, or the danger sign, with Truth written. The tails of 6 and 9 are straight in this unusual tattoo.

Skull Truth 69 Tattoo Blue Cancer Sign 69 Tattoo Done in blue, the cancer sign 69 tattoo is on the backside of the hand. Simple to look at, this tattoo also has three stars. Blue Cancer Sign 69 Tattoo Blue Cancer 69 Tattoo On Wrist This 69 crab tattoo is truly a cancerian tattoo. It shows the crab trying to grab a blue moon in the yellow sky. Blue Cancer 69 Tattoo On Wrist Zodiac Cancer 69 Tattoo The zodiac cancer 69 tattoo has also the libra zodiac sign by its side in this pretty tattoo on the wrist. Zodiac Cancer 69 Tattoo 3 Dimensional 69 Tattoo Inked in a 2 dimensional space creating an effect of 3 dimensions, and intertwined with stars and leaves, this tattoo is just amazing. Survivor 69 Tattoo The survivor tattoo tells the story of a cancer survivor. This is a text plus image tattoo. Survivor 69 Tattoo Broken 69 Tattoo Drawn in broken/segmented parts, the 69 tattoo here is very unique in the dotted effect done in pale shades.

Broken 69 Tattoo Water Flowy 69 Tattoo Done on the back of the neck, the 6 and 9 here are made of water, thus imparting a flowy feel to the tattoo. Water Flowy 69 Tattoo 69 Tattoo With Eyes The 69 tattoo with eyes is an eerie one. It appears to be looking straight into the eyes of the observer. 69 Tattoo With Eyes Amazing Cancer Sign 69 Tattoo Done in intricate detail, this is an amazing black and blue cancer sign 69 tattoo idea for a couple. Amazing Cance Sign 69 Tattoo Red Intertwined 69 Tattoo The red 69 tattoo here has the two digits inked in an intertwined way. The tattoo has sharp and pointed edges. Red Intertwined 69 Tattoo Tribal 69 Tattoo The tribal design 69 tattoo has a very artistic appearance. The cancer sign comes with intricate designs, creating a rich effect. Tribal 69 Tattoo 69 In Infinity Loop Tattoo The infinity loop holds the cancer 69 sign in one loop and the Capricorn zodiac sign in another loop. This is a tattoo that seems to have mysterious meanings.

Question: The crab represents which sign of the Zodiac?
Answer: Cancer