Moon

In Hindu astrology (jyotisha), a planet
associated with fecundity (fertility),
although its aspect can be either benevolent or malevolent—benevolent with
the waxing moon, and malevolent with
the waning moon. During the lunar
month, the full moon is considered the
most auspicious time of all. The new
moon, however, is considered a ritually
ambiguous time, and thus potentially
dangerous. During the week the moon
presides over Monday, generally considered an auspicious day and one that is
sacred to Shiva as Somnath, the Lord of
the Moon.