Mars
Rules Aries & Scorpio (traditional) · 2 years orbit · Exalted in Capricorn
Mars quick reference
Rules
Aries, Scorpio (traditional)
Exalted in
Capricorn
Detriment
Libra/Taurus
Fall
Cancer
Orbit
2 years
Tarot
The Tower (XVI)
What Mars Governs
Mars represents action, desire, physical energy, courage, and aggression. It governs how you pursue goals.
Mars in the Natal Chart
Mars shows how you take action, express anger, and pursue desire. Mars in Capricorn acts with disciplined ambition; Mars in Cancer acts from emotion and protection. Its house shows where you direct your energy and assert yourself.
Mars Transits
Mars spends about 6-7 weeks in each sign. Mars retrograde (every 2 years) can cause frustration, delays in projects, and old conflicts to resurface. It is a time to refine rather than initiate.
Mars in Vedic Astrology
In Vedic astrology, Mars (Mangala) rules courage, siblings, land, and the military. It is exalted in Capricorn and debilitated in Cancer. Mars Dasha lasts 7 years.
Body Parts & Health
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mars represent in astrology?
Mars represents action, desire, physical energy, courage, and aggression. It governs how you pursue goals.
What is Mars retrograde?
Mars retrogrades approximately every 2 years for about 10 weeks. It is associated with frustrated action and misdirected energy.
What sign is Mars exalted in?
Exalted in Capricorn
See Mars in your birth chart
Arcanavana calculates Mars's exact position and aspects in your Western natal chart, Vedic Kundli, BaZi Four Pillars, and Chinese Zodiac.