Atma means ‘soul’ and Karaka means ‘significator’. Atmakaraka is the significator of the soul’s desire. According to the Vedic philosophy, a soul comes to earth to fulfill all the unfinished desires of the past lives. The Atmakaraka is also called Atmeshvara and is the final authority in all matters. Moksha and bondage are determined by Atmakaraka.

There are two types of Atmakaraka - the natural Atmakaraka and the movable Atmakarka. If the Atmakaraka favours the activity done by the native then the work is accomplished. While, If the Atmakaraka does not approve the activity of the native then the accomplishment is difficult.

The Sun is considered as natural Atmakaraka in all natal charts. Since, the Sun influences the centre of our personality; it is known as Atmakaraka. The Sun has the complete influence on the human body.

According to Rig Veda, the Sun is identified with the soul of the universe as well as the soul of the individual ‘Atma’. ‘Karaka’ is doer, manipulator and director. Thus the term Atmakaraka. Atmakaraka is the most important planet in the chart. It is from the Atmakaraka that the Ishta Devta of the person is known.The Sun is the parent body of the Solar system. He has no latitude. Being always in ecliptic there is no chance of it being retrograde.

The Chara Atmakaraka or movable Atmakaraka is the planet that has maximum degrees of all the planets in the natal chart. Hence, any heavenly amongst the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn and Venus having the highest degree in the horoscope becomes the Atmakarka. Ketu being the significator of Moksha cannot be considered as Chara Atmakaraka. Moksha is the destination of the soul which is the ultimate aim.

Impact of Atmakaraka Moon.

A person with Atmakaraka Moon is usually very caring and compassionate.The native with the Moon as Atmakaraka is very touchy and emotional. Only the native knows his/her own inner tides and thinking pattern. Signification of the Moon are highlighted in a native being nurturing like a mother, intuitive, imaginative. Family life comes first for such natives. They are always compassionate towards others and understand feelings. The Moon can be considered to be a natural mother and healer.

Natives with Atmakaraka Moon are very sensitive about domestic issues. Disorder or any kind of disturbance at home tends to make them uncomfortable and sad. They love to decorate their house. They usually use a lot of glass and crystals in their interiors and other aspects of life. They think glass and crystals will bring them good luck.

People with Atmakaraka Moon like artifacts with shine and glitter. Such artifacts bring joy and happiness to them. They are always inclined towards music and art. They should learn to sing or learn a musical instrument. This can revive them whenever mentally low.

The Moon is a friendly planet and it considers no one as an enemy, this is the reason for these natives to stay away from conflicts. Their speech is sweet and by nature they are Satvik. They like water bodies, their surroundings should be natural and full of greenery. The Sun also plays an important role here as the Moon’s shine is nothing but the reflection of Sun’s rays. Along these lines these natives understand the relationship between a father and mother. Just like Moon’s waning and waxing during these natives have unpredictable mood swings.

People with the Moon as Atmakaraka are sociable and like the company of friends. And relations which are very close to them. Security is the main criteria of their relationship. Not only do they make few friends but they also stay committed on a long term basis.The Atmakaraka moon native gets afflictions of Kapha and Vata. These natives may get affected with diseases related to lungs,digestive system, left eye and gastric system.