The Greek God/Goddess That Rules Your Zodiac (+ The Power They Placed In You)

Did you know that every zodiac sign has a Greek god that rules over them?

That’s because all zodiac signs have an assigned planetary ruler, and each planet is connected to a deity. It’s believed that people under each zodiac sign possesses certain traits or skills, thanks to their ruling deity—here’s the special gift you’ve been blessed with:

Aries

Your planetary ruler is the Greek god Ares, otherwise known as the god of war. Because of this, you’ve been blessed with extraordinary courage and the ability to stand up for yourself and others in the way most people shy away from. You’re not fearless—no one is—but courage exists in a place of fear, not outside of it. You have the strength to look your greatest obstacles straight in the eye, knowing that even if you’re afraid of them, you can still confront them and succeed.

Taurus

Your planetary ruler is Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. Because of this, you have a certain charm that others might not even be able to put their finger on—even at your most grounded and straightforward, there is a certain charisma about you that others find disarming and likable. You likely get what you want without really trying—people tend to accommodate you without having to be asked.

Gemini

Your planetary ruler is Hermes, the messenger of the Greek gods. It’s no surprise to anyone that you have an interesting, creative way of communicating your thoughts and feelings, as well as the ability to connect deeply with others through conversation. You instinctively understand people’s speech patterns almost as soon as you meet them, and you can bring out the talkative side of even the shiest, most introverted person. People feel seen and heard with you.

Cancer

Your planetary ruler is Artemis, the Greek goddess of the hunt, wild nature, and the moon. Because of this, you have a strong bond with nature—much stronger than your peers, whether you realize it or not. You likely feel at home around animals, almost as if you can communicate with them directly, and can tame even the most wily beast. You’re likely amazing at helping plants thrive, too.

Leo

Your planetary ruler is Apollo, the Greek god of music, poetry, and prophecy. Because of this, you likely have a strong connection to your inner creativity—you might even feel like you have a direct connection with the Muses themselves. You have the ability to turn just about anything into art, and this gift allows you to connect with others on a whole new level.

Virgo

Your planetary ruler is Hermes, the messenger God. While you share this ruler with Gemini, the gifts this Greek God gives you differs; you in particular are blessed with his cunning and wit. You have the ability to see through others’ lies and cut through their defenses with your words. Paired with your earth sign groundedness, this gift gives you the ability to outsmart your foes while keeping your own sense of wisdom and humility in check.

Libra

Your planetary ruler is Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. While you share this ruler with Taurus, the gifts you receive look different from your earth sign counterpart. You specifically are blessed romantically—you have an allure that compels potential partners to you, making love quite easy for you to obtain. In fact, you might at times have too many people interested in you, as they’re unable to resist the veil of glamour Aphrodite has cloaked you in.

Scorpio

Your planetary ruler is Hades, the Greek god of the underworld and riches. While this might feel like a scary ruler to have, he does bring you plenty of blessings—you have a rather transformative quality, able to manifest and change things at your will. You might also feel like you have a deep connection with spirits and the afterlife, able to connect with those beyond the veil in ways others can’t.

Sagittarius

Your planetary ruler is Zeus, Greek god of the sky, law, and order, as well as king of the gods. This powerful ruler has a lot to offer, especially in the way of luck—thanks to his powerful disposition, he is able to bless you with abundance and positivity. Because he is the law of the sky, you also have a lot of luck in the way of travel—the horizon is endless for you, both physically and metaphorically.

Capricorn

Your planetary ruler is Cronus, the leader of the Titans, who overthrew his father and was later overthrown by his own son. Because of this, Capricorns have been gifted power—the innate ability to lead, control, and persevere. People perceive you as someone worthy of following, and they listen to and trust your authority. Others inherently recognize your ability to move mountains.

Aquarius

Your planetary ruler is Uranus, one of the oldest deities, who personifies the sky and the heavens. Because of this, you have been blessed with an expansive view that goes beyond your slice of reality or even the world around you—you likely feel as connected to the past and future as the present, and you have the ability to see the larger picture, even when those around you seem blind to it.

Pisces

Your planetary ruler is Poseidon, Greek god of the sea, storms, earthquakes, and horses. Because he rules over many cruel and brutal realities, he has blessed you with the strength to weather through them, as well as help guide others through them as well. You are able to absorb the tremors of hardship, and while you aren’t immune to them, you are able to process and integrate them into your life the way others may struggle to. Do not be afraid of the depths of life, because you have the power to swim through them.