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Astrology House Definitions

 

Astrology Chart House Definitions

 

The Placidius house system is used by Astro-Charting to calculate where the planets are in your chart.  Each house represents a specific part of your life.  Planets within a house show the motivation, while the Sign on that house shows how you will use that motivation.  The house then shows where the focus will be for that driving force.  Often there are some houses within the chart with no planets.  A house can contain more than one sign, which is called an interception.  Not all charts contain interceptions, but for those that do, an intercepted house would have the influence of both signs.   

 

1st

House of Aries and Mars.  The First House is about identity. It describes your personality - how you see yourself and how others see you. It can also describe your physical appearance. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: the self, ego, anima, projected image, expression of inner motivation, physical appearance, soul purpose, initial approach to life, the aura.  The sign on the first house cusp is known as the Rising Sign or Ascendant.

 

2nd

House of Taurus and Venus. The Second House is about your own resources. It describes what you value ranging from physical possessions and money, to personal self esteem and talents. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: resources, both personal and financial, values and attitudes, possessions, self-esteem, acquisitions.

 

3rd

House of Gemini and Mercury. The Third House is about communication. It also refers to early learning, siblings, immediate environment and short journeys. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: mental processes and communication, active search for knowledge, early learning, siblings, short journeys, telepathy and mental energy.

 

4th

House of Cancer and the Moon.  The Fourth House is about home and family. It describes your roots, your heritage and your private life. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: home life, roots, family and relations, psychological foundations, biological inheritance, place of abode, the ashram, karma.

 

5th

House of Leo and the Sun. The Fifth House is about creativity. This can include artistic pursuits, hobbies, recreation, children and lovers. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: Creative self-expression, love affairs, procreation and children, leisure, hobbies, games and sports, self-fulfillment, joy and bliss.

 

6th

House of Virgo and Mercury. The Sixth House is about day to day life. It is about work, health, the service you give and your habits. It also relates to small animals. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: health, daily routine, working environment, skills, pets and animals, service

 

7th

House of Libra and Venus. The Seventh House is about partnerships. This can be partnerships in business, marriage or a committed relationship. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: business partnerships, marriage, long-term associations, open enemies, the animus, the relationship between soul and personality.

 

8th

House of Scorpio and Pluto. The Eighth House is about the support you receive from other people. It is the house of regeneration, and covers death, sex, legal matters, and metaphysics. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: Transformation and regeneration, resources of others, sexuality, death, transmutation, battles, the Path of discipleship.

 

9th

House of Sagittarius and Jupiter. The Ninth House is about higher learning. It covers academic subjects, law, religion, publishing, foreign culture, sport, overseas travel and philosophy. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: Philosophy, religion, higher education, distant travel, cultural learning, publishing, the journey along the Path, the Ageless Wisdom, akashic records.

 

10th

House of Capricorn and Saturn. The Tenth House is about your public life. It shows your standing in the community, career, social status and can reflect your attitude to parenting. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: Honor, authority, career and profession, life direction, achievement, Masters and Hierarchy.

 

11th

House of Aquarius and Uranus. The Eleventh House is about your friendships and relationship with groups of people. It is also about your hopes and dreams. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: Friends and social acquaintances, groups and organizations and their activities, the New Group of World Servers.

 

12th

House of Pisces and Neptune. The Twelfth House is about endings. It is about your hidden strengths and weaknesses. It is also about institutions such as hospitals, jails, libraries and the armed services. Other exoteric and esoteric keywords include: Institutions, fears, hidden enemies, the collective unconscious, spirituality, unredeemed karma, selfless service to humanity.

 

 

Definitions above are from Solfire® 4.0 computer program

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