Astrology and Love, Part 5: The Moon in Synastry

Comparing the Moon’s Relationships with Other Planets

The Moon and Mercury

Harmonious aspects between the Moon and Mercury enhance intuitive understanding and communication, while challenging aspects can hinder emotional expression and the exchange of ideas. The Moon remembers what Mercury says, and Mercury feels they’ve finally found a kindred spirit.

The Moon and Venus

Harmonious aspects between the Moon and Venus encourage celebration and domestic or financial prosperity, while challenging aspects can lead to separations. The Moon sees Venus as a steadfast ally, and Venus finds that connecting with the Moon can open doors to financial gain. Ideally, the Moon and Venus should share the same nature or element.

The Moon and Mars

This is a fiery pairing with no truly beneficial aspects. A harmonious aspect can spark desire and passion, while a challenging one is rife with tension and aggression. The Moon is both alert to and wary of Mars, while Mars is drawn to the Moon but also finds it troublesome. It is best if the Moon and Mars are of different natures.

The Moon and Jupiter

Harmonious aspects between the Moon and Jupiter boost popularity, while challenging aspects tend toward extravagance and indulgence. Jupiter elevates the Moon’s reputation, and the Moon fulfills Jupiter’s basic needs.

The Moon and Saturn

Harmonious aspects between the Moon and Saturn stabilize home and finances, while challenging aspects bring instability to both. Both are devoted to establishing a solid foundation for family, career, or reputation. Ideally, both should belong to the same nature.

The Moon and Uranus

This is a disruptive pairing with no truly beneficial aspects. The Moon longs for family stability but is continually threatened or unsettled by Uranus’s unpredictability. Uranus finds the Moon attractive yet off-putting. It is best if the Moon and Uranus are of different natures.

The Moon and Neptune

Harmonious aspects between the Moon and Neptune foster tranquility, idealism, and romance, while challenging aspects bring worry, frustration, and disillusionment. The Moon is enchanted by Neptune, and Neptune cares for and protects the Moon. Ideally, both should belong to the same element.

The Moon and Pluto

Harmonious aspects between the Moon and Pluto support powerful, constructive emotional exchanges, while challenging aspects can lead to abuse, violence, violation, or even death. Pluto strongly stimulates and activates the Moon, while the Moon admonishes Pluto. It is best if both the Moon and Pluto belong to the same element.

The Moon and the Midheaven

Harmonious aspects between the Moon and the Midheaven bring high public visibility or social status, while challenging aspects can create a poor reputation or scandal. Ideally, both the Moon and the Midheaven should belong to the same nature.