Mars
is considered a malefic planet. He rules over the two signs of Aries and Scorpio. He is
exalted in Capricorn and is fallen in Cancer - the sign 180 degrees opposite Capricorn.
Mars is an indicator of siblings,
assertion, aggressiveness, soldiers, military endeavours, (we all know that from watching a lot of martial arts movies !!!) mechanical ability, engineers and surgeons,
commanders and rulers, accidents, violence and war, ambition, strength, arguments and
conflict, passion and desire.
Like the Sun, Mars is most powerful
in one's 10th House. He is a particularly beneficial planet for Cancer and Leo Ascendants.
By nature Mars is "Fiery" and the direction he rules is 'South'. The day of the
week ruled by Mars is Tuesday & he attains maturity at age 28.
A final note for the believers: The
gemstone for warding off the evil influences of Mars in one's chart is Red Coral.
