| Planet | Symbol | Classification (Day/Night) | Benefic / Malefic | Keywords / Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | ☉ | Diurnal | Conditional Malefic | Self-expression, vitality, leadership, authority, ego |
| Moon | ☽ | Nocturnal | Conditional Malefic | Emotions, intuition, nurturing, subconscious, sensitivity |
| Mercury | ☿ | Neutral (leans nocturnal at night) | Neutral | Communication, intellect, reasoning, adaptability, learning |
| Venus | ♀ | Nocturnal | Benefic | Love, harmony, beauty, relationships, pleasure |
| Mars | ♂ | Diurnal | Malefic | Action, energy, courage, assertiveness, conflict |
| Jupiter | ♃ | Diurnal | Benefic | Growth, optimism, wisdom, abundance, luck |
| Saturn | ♄ | Diurnal | Malefic | Discipline, responsibility, structure, patience, limitations |
| Uranus | ♅ | Neutral | Neutral | Innovation, originality, independence, sudden change |
| Neptune | ♆ | Neutral / Nocturnal tendency | Neutral | Imagination, spirituality, intuition, inspiration |
| Pluto | ♇ | Neutral / Diurnal tendency | Neutral | Transformation, power, regeneration, deep change |
How to Use This Table
- Day vs Night Birth
- Diurnal planets are stronger in day charts; nocturnal planets are stronger in night charts.
- Neutral planets adjust based on chart context.
- Benefic vs Malefic Influence
- Benefic planets generally bring support, opportunities, and harmony.
- Malefic planets indicate challenges, lessons, and areas for growth.
- Conditional malefics (Sun, Moon) depend on aspects, dignity, and house placement.
- Planet Meaning & Keywords
- Use the keywords to quickly identify planetary roles in personality, relationships, career, and life events.
Example of Interpretation
- Venus (Nocturnal, Benefic) → In a night chart, its positive qualities (love, harmony, artistic talent) are enhanced.
- Mars (Diurnal, Malefic) → In a day chart, its assertive, energetic qualities are strong; may indicate conflicts but also drive for achievement.
- Sun opposite Saturn → Conditional malefic: challenge between self-expression and responsibility; personal growth through discipline.
