The planet Mars in Astrology represents action, ambition, energy, competition, primal urges, anger and assertiveness. In the birth chart Mars represents how you take action, your instincts, passion and desire. Mars will also show how you express anger and how you assert yourself or take charge in your life.
This planet shows your drive and the fire that burns within you and motivates you to take action. Mars can also be a forceful, dominating energy which can manifest itself through aggressive and impulsive actions. In Roman mythology Mars is known as the God of war, agriculture and fertility and is seen as the protector of Rome.
Challenging aspects made to your Mars such as a square can show power struggles, competition and tension when it comes to expressing Martian qualities. Positive aspects made to Mars such as a trine can indicate harmonious, strong and supportive expressions of Mars.
When interpreting Mars in your own chart it’ll be important to include the aspects made to Mars because these will greatly influence how your Mars is expressed. It will also show the unique challenges, opportunities and experiences connected to your expression of Mars in this life.
Mars in the Signs
Mars expresses itself differently in each sign and has its own unique experiences and manifestations in each sign. Below is a list of basic interpretations of Mars expression in each sign but remember to also include the aspects being made to your Mars as well.
Aries
Mars in Aries can make you someone who’s very assertive, bold and dominating when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural leader, independent and self-sufficient. Mars here can also make you someone who’s athletic, passionate and potentially quick to anger.
Taurus
Mars in Taurus can make you someone who’s very steady, grounded and focused when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who values practicality and reliability when it comes to your career and finances. Mars here can also make you someone who’s goal-oriented, organized and more passive in your approach.
Gemini
Mars in Gemini can make you someone who’s very dynamic, curious, and communicative when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s energized, enjoys variety and likes to be busy. Mars here can also make you someone who’s very adaptable and can more easily go with the flow when problems, obstacles or challenges arise.
Cancer
Mars in Cancer can make you someone who’s very emotional, passive and careful when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s protective, cautious and sensitive. Mars here can also make you someone who leads with your heart, defends those you love and can be reactive at times.
Leo
Mars in Leo can make you someone who’s very passionate, competitive and bold when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural leader, charismatic and confident. Mars here can also make you someone who’s very creative, self-expressive and comfortable being in the spotlight.
Virgo
Mars in Virgo can make you someone who’s very practical, logical and strategic when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s methodical, detail-oriented and efficient. Mars here can also make you someone who’s always looking for ways to improve things and can be a perfectionist.
Libra
Mars in Libra can make you someone who’s very diplomatic, passive and fair when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s more focused on creating cooperation and harmony rather than competition. Mars here can also make you someone who’s a defender of justice and has a strong moral code.
Scorpio
Mars in Scorpio can make you someone who’s very determined, strategic, driven and stealthy when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s powerful, resilient and has a lot of inner/emotional strength. Mars here can also make you someone who’s transformative, persistent, obsessive and never gives up.
Sagittarius
Mars in Sagittarius can make you someone who’s very adventurous, spontaneous and enthusiastic when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who desires freedom, expansion and growth. Mars here can also make you someone who’s optimistic, open-minded and loves exploration.
Capricorn
Mars in Capricorn can make you someone who’s very authoritative, ambitious and driven when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural leader that leads with integrity and by example. Mars here can also make you someone who’s hard-working, realistic and goal-oriented.
Aquarius
Mars in Aquarius can make you someone who’s very individualistic, optimistic and fair when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s a visionary, values freedom and has a “live and let live” perspective. Mars here can also make you someone who has a strong moral code, pursues social causes and may enjoy an intellectual debate.
Pisces
Mars in Pisces can make you someone who’s very creative, idealistic and heart-centered when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who has a more laid-back approach and tends to follow their heart. Mars here can also make you someone who’s compassionate, loves deeply and fights for a higher purpose or ideal.
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