Astrological Sun Signs: Cancer in Brief

Those born between June 22nd and July 23rd are ruled by Cancer, whose astrological symbol is the crab. The ancient astrologers chose a crab or sometimes a turtle to symbolize the sun's passage through the sign of Cancer because their shells can be seen as houses. Late June through early July is seen as the time of year when home, and the mother, should be the center of attention. In the past, there were repairs to be made to the hime, usually under the direction of the mother of the household. Preparation for early harvest began in the center of the home, which is almost always the kitchen. And there was the most precious gift, the mothering that is needed to nuture and protect the lives and feelings of a family through the long and exhausting summer. It takes unconditional love and the ability to be in touch with feeling and intuition to turn a house into a home, as most mothers do.

Cancer rules our roots. It is the sign of mothering, nurturing, security, caution, feelings, intuition, emotions, and home. The close attachement to home and family gives rise to Cancer's association with the past. The parts of the body ruled by Cancer are the lungs, breasts, and stomach.

People born under the sign of Cancer function best when they feel safe and secure.