Introduction
The twelve houses provide the spatial framework that gives planets and signs their life context.
House System Basics
Different house systems exist (Placidus, Koch, Equal, Whole Sign), each with different philosophical assumptions.
1st House: Self
The 1st house represents your physical body, personality, and how you initiate action.
2nd House: Resources
The 2nd house governs personal resources, finances, values, and self-worth.
3rd House: Communication
The 3rd house covers communication, siblings, neighbors, and short journeys.
4th House: Home
The 4th house represents your roots, family, home, and inner foundation.
5th House: Creativity
The 5th house governs creativity, romance, children, and self-expression.
6th House: Service
The 6th house deals with daily routines, health, service, and work habits.
7th House: Partnerships
The 7th house represents marriage, business partnerships, and significant one-on-one relationships.
8th House: Transformation
The 8th house governs shared resources, sex, death, and psychological transformation.
9th House: Philosophy
The 9th house covers philosophy, higher education, travel, and belief systems.
10th House: Career
The 10th house represents career, public image, reputation, and authority.
11th House: Community
The 11th house governs friendships, groups, causes, and humanitarian networks.
12th House: Spirituality
The 12th house covers spirituality, solitude, hidden things, and the collective unconscious.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which house system should I use?
Placidus is the most common Western system, but Whole Sign is gaining popularity for its simplicity.
Related Resources
References
- Astro.com — https://astro.com