Astrology Houses
Astrology Houses
First House
Sign: Aries
Co-Rulers: Mars and Pluto
Key Phrase: "I am"
The First Astrology House is called the Ascendant. The sign of the Zodiac on its cusp is called the rising sign. It represents the individual's basic point of reference toward life, his self-awareness, how his experiences are assimilated and how he responds to outside stimuli.
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Second House
Sign: Taurus
Ruler: Venus
Key Phrase: "I have"
The Second House deals with material resources, and the ability to earn money in order to acquire material possessions which are needed or felt they are needed. It is through experiences in this astrological house we learn we must not selfishly use wealth for our own personal gratification but use it for helping others who will in turn contribute to advancing civilization.
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Third House
Sign: Gemini
Ruler: Mercury
Key Phrase: "I think"
The Third House of the zodiac represents the development of accurate and logical practical reasoning which is essential to all higher mental and spiritual development.
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Fourth House
Sign: Cancer
Ruler: Moon
Key Phrase: "I feel"
The Fourth House in the wheel rules the domestic scenes. It rules homes, food, laundry and household items. On a broader level, our home can be those mental and emotional conditions within which we have come to feel comfortable.
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Fifth House
Sign: Leo
Ruler: Sun
Key Phrase: "I will"
The Fifth House is the horoscope house of creative expression, especially the performing arts, as well as love affairs, pleasures and places of amusement, and social entertainment. It also pertains to children and early education, sports and all functions whether social or otherwise where one seeks creative self-expression and social popularity.
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Sixth House
Sign: Virgo
Ruler: Mercury
Key Phrase: "I analyze"
The Sixth House concerns the hard work necessary to bring to fruition that which was creatively envisioned in the Fifth House. In this house, one must learn to forgo the large stage and spotlight in order to learn the intricate details and tasks necessary for human life.
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Seventh House
Sign: Libra
Ruler: Venus
Key Phrase: "I weigh"
This house concerns all direct close personal relationships with others and reveals the nature of other people's reactions to our actions. It rules marriage partnerships, close personal friendships and contact with the public. The Seventh Astrological House is closely related to the workings of karma, the laws of compensation, as it affects individuals.
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Eighth House
Sign: Scorpio
Co-Rulers: Mars and Pluto
Key Phrase: "I desire"
The Eighth House in the zodiac wheel is the house of joint resources. It deals with corporate money, inherited money or property, insurance and taxes. It also deals with the dissolution of material structures back into energy.
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Ninth House
Sign: Sagittarius
Co-Rulers: Jupiter and Neptune
Key Phrase: I seek
The Ninth House rules all institutions in which the social concepts developed in the course of civilization are embodied and taught. Also, the Ninth House deals with the knowledge gained through long-distance travel.
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Tenth House
Sign: Capricorn
Ruler: Saturn
Key Phrase: I use
The Tenth House deals with the individual's base of perception with respect to society. It deals with the carrying out of one's responsibilities before the world and concerns professional and public reputation, honor or dishonor, career, and one's relationship to political and business power structures.
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Eleventh House
Sign: Aquarius
Co-Rulers: Uranus and Saturn
Key Phrase: "I solve"
The Eleventh House is concerned with group creative expression. It deals with friendships and humanitarian endeavors and makes possible freedom of mental expression for the individual.
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Twelfth House
Sign: Pisces
Co-Rulers: Neptune and Jupiter
Key Phrase: "I perceive"
The Twelfth House of the zodiac deals with psychological health in relation to others, as well as the health and growth of society as a whole. This house show a great deal about characteristic emotional responses and habit patterns. The Twelfth House rules the subconscious mind--the accumulation of unconscious memories and emotional experiences and attitudes.
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For more information about astrology and astrology houses, see:
Astrology - Basic Astrology Information
Astrology, Planets in Signs, Key words, Characteristics
Zodiac Signs - Interesting Information About Each Sign
Astrology Compatibility - Finding Your Astrological Perfect Mate
Horoscopes by Sun Sign - Essential Information
Ancient Divination and Astrology
Activities With Astrology
To Get Your Own Personal Astrology Reports, See:
Horocope Compatibility - Discover How Compatible You and Your Partner Are
Astrology Birth Chart Reports - Custom Birth Charts and Readings
Astrology for Children - Great Child/Teen Astrology Reading Guide for Parents
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