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Moon’s 100 Karakatwas (significations) in Vedic astrology

In Vedic astrology, the Moon (Chandra) holds immense significance and is considered one of the most influential
planets in a horoscope. It governs the mind, emotions, feelings, and the subconscious, and it plays a vital role in
shaping a person’s mental state and emotional well-being. Here are 100 significances of the Moon in Vedic
astrology:

1. Mind: The Moon represents the mind, thoughts, and mental processes.
2. Emotions: It governs emotions, feelings, and moods.
3. Mother: The Moon is the karaka (significator) for the mother and motherhood.
4. Mental Health: It influences mental health and psychological well-being.
5. Subconscious Mind: The Moon is linked to the subconscious mind and inner thoughts.
6. Intuition: It governs intuition, instincts, and gut feelings.
7. Sensitivity: The Moon represents sensitivity and emotional receptivity.
8. Nurturing: It is associated with nurturing, caregiving, and providing comfort.
9. Peace of Mind: The Moon influences peace of mind and emotional stability.
10. Memories: It governs memories, past experiences, and nostalgia.
11. Domestic Life: The Moon is linked to domestic life, home, and family.
12. Fertility: It is associated with fertility, conception, and childbirth.
13. Childhood: The Moon represents childhood, early life, and upbringing.
14. Motherly Love: It signifies motherly love, care, and protection.
15. Emotional Security: The Moon governs emotional security and a sense of belonging.
16. Psychic Abilities: It influences psychic abilities, clairvoyance, and spiritual insights.
17. Imagination: The Moon is linked to imagination, creativity, and artistic expression.
18. Public Opinion: It represents public opinion, mass consciousness, and popularity.
19. Women: The Moon is associated with women, femininity, and feminine energy.
20. Moonlight: It symbolizes moonlight and the gentle, reflective qualities of the Moon.
21. Adaptability: The Moon governs adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to adjust to change.
22. Dreams: It is linked to dreams, fantasies, and the dream world.
23. Fluidity: The Moon represents fluidity, changeability, and the ebb and flow of emotions.
24. Healing: It has a healing influence, especially related to emotional and psychological issues.
25. Nourishment: The Moon is associated with nourishment, both physical and emotional.
26. Comfort: It governs comfort, security, and the need for a safe environment.
27. Reflection: The Moon represents reflection, introspection, and self-awareness.
28. Caring Nature: It is associated with a caring and compassionate nature.
29. Mood Swings: The Moon governs mood swings and fluctuating emotions.
30. Family Bonds: It influences family bonds, relationships with parents, and domestic harmony.
31. Inner Peace: The Moon is linked to inner peace, tranquility, and contentment.
32. Water Element: It is connected to the water element, emotions, and the flow of life.
33. Adaptation to Environment: The Moon represents the ability to adapt to the environment and circumstances.
34. Psychological Depth: It governs psychological depth, understanding of self, and emotional intelligence.
35. Personal Growth: The Moon influences personal growth, emotional maturity, and self-development.
36. Moodiness: It is associated with moodiness, emotional fluctuations, and changing feelings.
37. Maternal Instincts: The Moon represents maternal instincts, caregiving, and the nurturing aspect of life.
38. Emotional Connections: It governs emotional connections, relationships, and bonds with others.
39. Water Bodies: The Moon is linked to water bodies, oceans, and tides.
40. Public Image: It influences public image, reputation, and how one is perceived by others.
41. Sympathy: The Moon is associated with sympathy, empathy, and understanding of others’ emotions.
42. Childcare: It represents childcare, parenting, and the upbringing of children.
43. Affection: The Moon governs affection, love, and warmth in relationships.
44. Receptivity: It is associated with receptivity, openness to new experiences, and emotional responsiveness.
45. Family Traditions: The Moon represents family traditions, cultural heritage, and ancestral influences.
46. Psychological Healing: It influences psychological healing, therapy, and emotional recovery.
47. Sentimentality: The Moon is linked to sentimentality, attachment to the past, and emotional memories.
48. Motherland: It represents the motherland, homeland, and patriotic feelings.
49. Peaceful Mindset: The Moon governs a peaceful mindset, calmness, and relaxation.
50. Artistic Expression: It influences artistic expression, creativity, and the arts.
51. Emotional Fulfillment: The Moon is associated with emotional fulfillment, contentment, and happiness.
52. Adaptation to Changes: It represents the ability to adapt to changes, transitions, and life cycles.
53. Emotional Bonding: The Moon governs emotional bonding, closeness, and intimacy in relationships.
54. Public Relations: It influences public relations, social interactions, and popularity.
55. Motherly Influence: The Moon represents motherly influence, guidance, and nurturing care.
56. Psychic Sensitivity: It is associated with psychic sensitivity, intuition, and spiritual insights.
57. Feminine Energy: The Moon governs feminine energy, the divine feminine, and the lunar cycle.
58. Nurturing Environment: It influences the creation of a nurturing environment, both at home and in relationships.
59. Fluid Emotions: The Moon represents fluid emotions, the flow of feelings, and the changing nature of moods.
60. Compassion: It is associated with compassion, kindness, and a caring nature.
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61. Childlike Innocence: The Moon governs childlike innocence, playfulness, and a sense of wonder.
62. Emotional Healing: It influences emotional healing, recovery from trauma, and psychological resilience.
63. Domestic Comfort: The Moon is linked to domestic comfort, security, and the warmth of home.
64. Family Harmony: It represents family harmony, unity, and emotional support within the family.
65. Adaptation to Family Life: The Moon governs adaptation to family life, domestic responsibilities, and caregiving.
66. Introspective Mindset: It is associated with an introspective mindset, self-reflection, and inner contemplation.
67. Mental Flexibility: The Moon represents mental flexibility, openness to new ideas, and adaptability.
68. Emotional Sensitivity: It governs emotional sensitivity, empathy, and understanding of others’ feelings.
69. Motherly Protection: The Moon is linked to motherly protection, care, and the instinct to safeguard loved ones.
70. Family Values: It represents family values, traditions, and the importance of family bonds.
71. Emotional Nurturing: The Moon influences emotional nurturing, care, and support within relationships.
72. Mental Peace: It governs mental peace, calmness, and the ability to find tranquility within.
73. Domestic Bliss: The Moon is associated with domestic bliss, happiness at home, and family togetherness.
74. Intuition and Insight: It represents intuition, insight, and the ability to sense what is not obvious.
75. Cultural Heritage: The Moon is linked to cultural heritage, ancestral traditions, and the preservation of family customs.
76. Emotional Resilience: It governs emotional resilience, strength in the face of adversity, and the ability to bounce back.
77. Maternal Love: The Moon represents maternal love, care, and the nurturing aspect of life.
78. Inner Contentment: It influences inner contentment, satisfaction, and emotional fulfillment.
79. Childlike Joy: The Moon is associated with childlike joy, playfulness, and a sense of wonder.
80. Family Care: It governs family care, responsibility towards loved ones, and the importance of family ties.
81. Emotional Depth: The Moon represents emotional depth, the ability to understand and express deep feelings.
82. Mental Clarity: It influences mental clarity, focus, and the ability to make sound decisions based on intuition.
83. Family Support: The Moon is linked to family support, emotional bonding, and the strength of family connections.
84. Subconscious Healing: It governs subconscious healing, the release of past traumas, and the process of emotional
recovery.
85. Psychic Awareness: The Moon represents psychic awareness, sensitivity to spiritual energies, and the ability to perceive
beyond the physical.
86. Emotional Warmth: It is associated with emotional warmth, affection, and the ability to provide comfort to others.
87. Inner Harmony: The Moon influences inner harmony, balance, and the ability to maintain emotional equilibrium.
88. Caring for Others: It governs caring for others, providing support, and the importance of compassion in relationships.
89. Psychological Growth: The Moon represents psychological growth, the development of emotional intelligence, and the
journey towards self-awareness.
90. Family Unity: It is linked to family unity, togetherness, and the importance of strong family bonds.
91. Emotional Security: The Moon governs emotional security, the need for a stable and supportive environment, and the
importance of feeling safe and loved.
92. Maternal Instinct: It represents maternal instinct, the natural drive to care for and protect children and loved ones.
93. Subconscious Mind: The Moon is associated with the subconscious mind, dreams, and the exploration of inner thoughts
and feelings.
94. Emotional Healing: It governs emotional healing, the process of overcoming past hurts, and the journey towards
emotional well-being.
95. Nurturing Environment: The Moon represents the creation of a nurturing environment, whether at home or in
relationships, where emotional needs are met.
96. Cultural Identity: It is linked to cultural identity, the preservation of family traditions, and the importance of maintaining a
connection to one’s roots.
97. Intuitive Understanding: The Moon governs intuitive understanding, the ability to perceive and understand emotions and
feelings without the need for words.
98. Family Legacy: It represents family legacy, the passing down of values, traditions, and wisdom from one generation to
the next.
99. Mental Adaptability: The Moon influences mental adaptability, the ability to adjust to changing circumstances, and the
importance of being flexible in one’s thinking.
100.Emotional Expression: The Moon governs emotional expression, the ability to communicate feelings, and the importance
of being open and honest in relationships.

In a Vedic horoscope, the position, house placement, aspects, and conjunctions of the Moon influence these significances and play
a crucial role in shaping a person’s emotional landscape, mental state, and overall life experience.