Scorpio ruling planet – Where does such intensity come from?

Scorpio is often associated with intensity, sex and rebirth. But do you know what the Scorpio ruling planet What makes this sign have such deep emotions?

Unlike most signs, Scorpio has two ruling planetswhich we will tell you in this article what they are and how they influence these natives.

Scorpio is ruled by which planet?

Scorpio’s ruling planets are Pluto and Mars. Usually, the planet that governs each sign is the one that has the greatest influence on the traits born under the sign in question.

For centuries, Mars was considered the ruler of Scorpio and Aries. That’s why we see many traits in common in the personality of both, such as a certain aggressiveness and impulsiveness.

However, in 1930, Pluto was recognized as a planet, becoming the official ruler of Scorpio. Later, he was demoted to a dwarf planet, but remains the main ruler of Scorpios.

Thus, some natives of this sign are more attuned to the energies of Mars, while others have more Pluto characteristics.

To make this change of rulership more comprehensible, many astrologers use the concept of “night rulership” or “co-rulership”.

That is, the new ruling planet, in the case of Pluto, influences Scorpio more intensely during the day; while the previous ruler, Mars, has greater influence at night.

Pluto Characteristics as Scorpio Ruling Planet

Pluto is regarded as a planet of power and control. In mythology, Pluto was the god of the underworld. That’s why Scorpios have a certain haze of mystery surrounding them. They are drawn to dark things and their emotions run deep.

All this intensity given by Pluto makes this native easily pick up the vibrations of people and environments, giving them a sharp sixth sense. That’s because Pluto reflects the deepest parts of the human soul.

Scorpios are able to observe small details, being able to read people.

Another quality given by Pluto as the ruling planet of Scorpio is concentration. This native is so focused that he has to be careful not to become obsessed.

Already the defects brought by Pluto are the need for revenge, possessiveness and the need to control others.

Positives of this influence

• Mystery;
• Sensitivity;
• Depth;
• Sixth Sense;
• Ability to read people;
• Concentration;
• Focus.

Negative aspects of this influence

• Thirst for revenge;
• Obsession;
• Possessiveness;
• Jealousy;
• Need to be in control of everything and everyone.

Mars as Scorpio ruling planet

Among the traits brought by Mars to Scorpio is questioning and irritability. Since childhood, this native wants to know the reason for everything, retorts in the face of authoritarian orders and argues in his favor when something is denied him or some guilt is imputed to him.

In addition, even the most well-behaved Scorpios, they get irritated very easily, even if it’s internally, without letting this bad mood spill over to the surface, where others can see.

In adulthood, Mars makes Scorpios have a darker and sarcastic sense of humor, which can lead to disagreements.

But when used to your advantage, Mars energy is not bad. Scorpio can use all the anger they feel in their favor, to make you have more will to achieve your goals.

The great energetic charge of Mars will only be bad if you let yourself be guided by your negative feelings, especially those related to revenge.

Positives of this influence

• Questioning;
• Power of argument;
• Claw;
• Energy.

Negative aspects of this influence

• Irritability;
• Bad mood;
• Dark sense of humor;
• Sarcasm;
• Rage.

my ruling planet

Now that you know which planet Scorpio is ruled by, it is important to understand that the planet that rules your birth chart is the planet that rules your Ascendant. So, if you have Scorpio Ascendant, your ruling planet is Pluto.

From this discovery, you should look at what house and position this ruler is in your birth chart. For example, if Pluto is in the 12th house, you have it prominently in your chart and this will make you a sympathetic person and interested in improving the lives of others.

This placement will also make you have a keen intuition and feel your emotions even more intensely.

You still don’t know your Ascendant or want to find out where your ruling planet was at the time you were born, make your Astral Map now.

To learn how to interpret other characteristics of your Natal Chart and get to know yourself or help other people to get to know themselves better through Astrology, take our course “Interpreting your Birth Chart”.

Now, if you want to ask more specific questions about the trends of your future according to your birth chart or help you make decisions and follow the paths that are more likely to make you happy, make an appointment with one of our astrologers.

They will be able to help you define the best choice to make at the crossroads of your life.

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