The 12 houses of astrology represent different fields of experience wherein the energies of the zodiac signs and planets operate—described in terms of physical surroundings as well as personal life experiences.
Whether you’re an astrology believer or just a casual observer, you’re probably familiar with sun signs and horoscopes. But what would you say if someone asked what zodiac sign resides in your sixth house?
Well! houses in astrology define and divide the particular sectors of a person’s life based on his horoscope, which is determined by a person’s exact time, location, and date of birth. Different houses regulate different aspects of life. We have shared this in detail in the article below.
Vedic Astrology
According to Vedic astrology, the Kundli or Natal chart (birth chart) can be read and predicted completely, as described in the book of Maharishi Parashar, the pioneer of Vedic astrology.
As per Vedic Astrology, there are twelve Rashi (zodiac signs) — Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Along with that, there are five elements in nature — Earth (Bhumi), Water (Jala), Fire (Agni), Air (Vaayu) and Sky (Aakash).
In the Kundli (Natal Chart), a big square is divided into twelve equal groups, like the twelve parts of the zodiac wheel. These twelve parts reveal different times of our lives. The first six houses are called personal houses, while the last six are called interpersonal houses.
These twelve houses represent different areas of life. Each house consists of different signs as they are also known as different Rashi.
12 Houses in Astrology
1st House in Astrology
The first house is known as Lagna or Ascendant. It denotes self your physical body-frame nature like dislikes behavior to others etc.
The 1st house comprises Aries energy. This house falls just after birth. This house consists of the body parts, head and face. The hair color and complexion are also seen in this house. If your 1st house is weak you can have problems like headaches, acne, scars, etc.
2nd House in Astrology
This house is also known as Dhansthan. Because it shows all your possession income, bank balance, etc.
This house includes body parts ie, tongue, eyes, and nose, which means all sense organs, it also comprises intangible things like one’s voice. If a feminine planet Venus sits in the 2nd House of anyone, his/ her voice would be appealing and melodies.
3rd House in Astrology
It is also known as Parakram Bhava. This house shows the strength of a person. This house is also known for mental inclination. The person whom the 3rd house is strong has a great capacity to learn and retain things with a great memory.
This house falls under Gemini energy and Mercury is the owner of it, thus all types of communications belong to this house ie media, telephone, writing, editing, etc. All sorts of professions related to communication come from this domain.
The body parts the third house includes are the leg, arms, shoulder, collarbone, lungs, and nervous systems. Imbalance in the nervous systems, lung infections, shoulder pain, collarbone fracture, and partial deafness is due to a weak 3rd house in your natal chart.
4th House in Astrology
The fourth house is filled with Cancerian energy and is owned by the Moon. This house represents your root, land, property, and vehicles. It also shows your mother’s health relations with your children and also the primary education. It is also known as Sukh Bhava because all domestic peace falls under this.
The body organs governed by this house are the stomach, breast, and digestive organs. The coronary problem and breast cancer may be due to the weak 4th House.
5th House in Astrology
This house is called Putra Bhava because this house tells about your children. This house also includes playfulness, creativity, innovation, joy, pleasure and romance. This house shows your mental intelligence capabilities to innovate. This house is filled with Leo’s energy. Jupiter signifies this house which is also related to good fortune, luck, optimism and learning. This house favors higher education.
The body parts that the fifth house rules over include the heart, upper and middle back, stomach, pancreas, and spine. If the fifth house is weak in your horoscope, it may cause heart problems, spinal cord disorders, acidity, diarrhea, stone in the gallbladder, etc.
If the house is oppressed by an air sign like Gemini or Aquarius, it may lead to mental illness or irrationality.
6th House in Astrology
This house is related to your health and wellness. The first house is your body and the 6th house is your routine to keep your body healthy.
This house is also known as Ari house Ari means enemies because it also shows debt, little accidents, enemies, etc.
However, a person having Rahu sat in the 6th house in his birth chart is nearly impossible to defeat. It corresponds with Libra energy as Venu is exalted in Kanya Rashi.
This house rules the body parts like the waist, lower abdomen, kidney, navel, small intestine, the upper part of the large intestine, appendix, etc.
A weak 6th house may cause illnesses like constipation, appendicitis, hernia and even psychiatric problems.
7th House in Astrology
The 7th house in Vedic astrology (descendent) sits directly across from the first house (Ascendant). This house is also known as Yuvati Bhava. It’s the house of your spouse/partner.
It is also the house of all kinds of partnerships including business partnerships and also deals with the darker side of your relationships, the partnerships you form. Planets moving through the Seventh House help you close deals and secure the bonds by signing contracts and making things official.
As this house is ruled by the Libra sign, the planet Venus is the natural significator of this house that also signifies love, romance, and sexuality.
It governs various body parts including kidneys, ovaries and the lower half of the back
8th House in Astrology
The 8th house in Vedic astrology, also known as Randhra Bhava, rules over death, longevity, and sudden events like a lottery. It is also related to wealth, sudden losses, gains, and the share of properties falling under the 8th house realm.
If Saturn is sitting in the 8th house of one’s birth chart, the chances are that the person will inherit paternal property.
This house is also the house of mysteries and transformations. It can bring depression, chronic illness, miseries, lack of mental peace, imprisonment, etc to the person affected.
However, on a positive note, Vedic astrologers claim that the native of the 8th house is ought to have strong intuitive skills and such people can also master the fields of psychology, astrology, mathematics, and paranormal activities.
Several various body parts governed by this sign include pelvic bones and external sexual organs.
9th House in Astrology
Truth, principles, dreams, and intuitions all define the ninth house. Since this house is also known as Dharma Bhava in Vedic astrology, it deals with your religious instincts, immigration, good karma, dharma, ethics, higher learnings, one’s inclination towards good deeds, and charity.
The 9th house corresponds with Sagittarius energy which is signified by Jupiter which makes this house the house of luck, fortune, and favors.
Various parts of the body under the control of this house are the thighs, thigh bones, bone marrow, left leg, and arterial system.
If you have a strong 9th house in your birth charts, there are high chances of travel, higher learning, and foreign settlement.
10th House in Astrology
The 10th house, also known as Karma Bhava, deals with the kind of work you do, the profession you are in, your prestige, your reputation, etc. Your area of occupation is defined by the planetary positions in this house.
This house corresponds with the Capricorn energy and is ruled by Saturn. If Saturn is in harmony with other planets in your natal chart, this planet can become the most powerful ally.
Different body parts ruled by this house are knees, kneecaps, bones, and joints. A weakness of the 10th house in Vedic astrology may cause health-related problems like broken knees, inflammation of joints, weakness in the body and skin allergies, etc.
11th House in Astrology
Labha Bhava in Vedic astrology is the house of prosperity. ‘Labha’ means gains. It’s a strong indicator of wealth and income, gain in name, fame, and money, and also plays a role in determining what brings you profits.
The 11th House in astrology governs your social circle, your friends, acquaintances, your well-wishers, and your relationship with your elder brother.
11th House in Vedic astrology relates to Aquarius and Sun is the natural significator of this House. Body parts that this house governs include the ankle, right leg, shin bone, left ear, and left arm.
A native with a weak 11th house in their native chart may have to face problems of low productivity of blood, pain in the legs, fracture in the lower part of the body, etc.
12th House in Astrology
Being the last house, the 12th house in Vedic astrology represents the ending of your life cycle and the beginning of your spiritual journeys. it is also called the house of the unconscious, self-undoing, and imprisonment.
A weak 12th house may give the native detachment from people like separation from their partner, parents, friends, and neighbors.
FAQs Regarding 12 Houses of Vedic Astrology
1. What do the 12 houses mean in Vedic astrology?
There are 12 houses in Vedic astrology, each representing a key part of life, from health to money to relationships and everything in between. The 1st house is about the beginning or birth while the 12th house in Vedic astrology stands for the completion of the lifecycle or detachment.
2. What do my houses mean in astrology?
The astrological houses define the exact areas of your life your horoscope is referring to. For instance, each house represents something completely unique; they determine the different types of people, places, and life circumstances you encounter in this lifetime.
3. How do you read houses in Vedic astrology?
The 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th, 9th, and 10th houses are good houses. This includes the 4 houses in the center of the chart, which are also called the Cardinal houses. The 6th, 8th, and 12th houses are bad houses. The 3rd and 11th houses are neutral houses.
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