Cancer: The Crab
The Fourth Sign of the Zodiac
Symbol: Wingdings/Webdings 'Cancer' Glyph
Key Traits
- Nurturing & Emotional
- Intuitive & Protective
- Tenacious & Loyal
- Sentimental & Homely
About Cancer
Cancer is a Water sign, ruled by the Moon. Represented by the Crab, Cancers are known for their hard exterior shell that protects a soft, sensitive interior. They are deeply connected to home, family, and emotional security.
Their intuitive nature allows them to understand the feelings of others, often acting as the emotional anchor for their loved ones. The glyph symbol resembles two swirling galaxies or claws, representing the cyclical nature of emotions and the protective grasp of the Crab.
Element
Water
Emotional, deep, flowing, and receptive.
Ruling Planet
The Moon
Governs intuition, cycles, and the inner self.
Quality
Cardinal
Initiating, leadership in emotional realms.