Makara (Capricorn)
मकर · Earth · Movable · ruled by Saturn
Makara (Capricorn) is a movable earth sign ruled by Saturn, and the sign where Mars is exalted. A Makara Moon is traditionally associated with discipline, ambition, patience and a practical, long-term outlook. The Sun enters sidereal Makara on Makar Sankranti, around 14 January, and stays until about 12 February.
What is Makara like as a Moon sign?
Makara is ambition with a long horizon. Saturn makes it patient, responsible and realistic; Mars’s exaltation adds drive and efficiency. Makara people often carry responsibility early in life and grow more relaxed and confident with age — tradition says Saturn’s rewards come late but last.
Strengths
- Discipline and patience
- Practical ambition
- Responsibility and reliability
- Dry, understated humour
Growth areas
- Resting without guilt
- Expressing affection openly
- Not measuring worth only by achievement
Which careers suit Makara?
Administration, management, engineering, government, construction, finance, mining and any structured career with a ladder to climb suit Makara.
How does Makara approach love?
Makara is serious about commitment and shows love through dependability and providing. It warms slowly; partners who value loyalty over grand gestures find a steady, devoted companion.
What do classical texts say about Makara?
Mars is exalted at 28° Makara and Jupiter debilitated at 5°. Makar Sankranti — the Sun’s entry into sidereal Makara — is one of the few Hindu festivals fixed to the solar (sidereal) calendar. Uttara Ashadha (padas 2–4), Shravana and the first half of Dhanishtha fall here.
Which nakshatras fall in Makara?
How compatible is Makara with each sign?
| Sign | Sign-level points (of 12) | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Makara & Mesha | 7.5 | Mixed — growth through difference |
| Makara & Vrishabha | 12 | Naturally harmonious |
| Makara & Mithuna | 4 | Challenging — needs conscious work |
| Makara & Karka | 7.5 | Mixed — growth through difference |
| Makara & Simha | 0 | Challenging — needs conscious work |
| Makara & Kanya | 4 | Supportive with effort |
| Makara & Tula | 12 | Supportive with effort |
| Makara & Vrishchika | 7.5 | Mixed — growth through difference |
| Makara & Dhanu | 3 | Challenging — needs conscious work |
| Makara & Makara | 12 | Naturally harmonious |
| Makara & Kumbha | 12 | Supportive with effort |
| Makara & Meena | 10 | Supportive with effort |
What else do people ask about Makara?
Who is the lord of Makara rashi?
Makara (Capricorn) is ruled by Saturn. It is a movable earth sign.
What are the dates for Makara rashi?
In the sidereal (Lahiri) zodiac the Sun is in Makara from about 14 Jan – 12 Feb. In Vedic astrology, though, “your rashi” normally means your Moon sign, which changes every 2¼ days and needs your birth date, time and place.
Which signs are most compatible with Makara?
On sign-level Vedic factors (element, lord friendship and Bhakoot), Vrishabha, Tula, Kumbha score best with Makara. A real match also depends on both people’s nakshatras.
Which nakshatras fall in Makara?
Uttara Ashadha (padas 2–4), Shravana (all padas), Dhanishtha (padas 1–2).
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