Houses Flashcards
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1st House
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Identity
First House - The Quest for Identity
- The First House represents the self and individuality, including personality, character, and physical appearance.
- Also referred to as the Ascendant or Rising Sign.
- The Sign that rules the First House is known as the Ascendant Sign and sets the tone for the entire birth chart.
- The Ascendant Sign determines how a person presents themselves to the world and affects their overall demeanor and demeanor.
- The position of planets in the First House can further influence personality and behavior.
- Earth Signs: Stable and practical.
- Air Signs: Intellectual and communicative.
- Fire Signs: Dynamic and spontaneous.
- Water Signs: Emotional and introspective.
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2nd House
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Second House - The Quest for Material Possessions
- The Second House in astrology represents material possessions, wealth, and personal values.
- It is associated with the resources and security that you have, including money, possessions, and self-esteem.
- This House also symbolizes what you value and how you handle money, as well as your relationship with the material world.
- The Sign that rules the Second House can show how you approach finances, and what you value in life.
- Earth Signs: Tend to be practical and value stability and security.
- Air Signs: Focus on knowledge and communication.
- Fire Signs: Seek excitement and freedom.
- Water Signs: Are emotional and value intimacy and connection.
- The position of planets in the Second House can further shed light on how you handle wealth, resources, and values.
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3rd House
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Third House - The Quest for Knowledge and Communication:
- The Third House represents communication, learning, and personal growth.
- It symbolizes the relationships one has with their siblings, neighbors, and early education.
- The Sign that rules the Third House can show how one communicates and learns.
- Earth Signs: Practical and grounded.
- Air Signs: Intellectual and communicative.
- Fire Signs: Dynamic and spontaneous.
- Water Signs: Emotional and introspective.
- The position of planets in the Third House can further impact one’s ability to communicate and learn.
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4th House
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The Fourth House represents the home, family life, and emotional foundation.
- It symbolizes the relationship with one’s parents, childhood, and emotional security.
- The Sign that rules the Fourth House can show the emotional environment in which one was raised.
- Earth Signs: Practical and stable.
- Air Signs: Intellectual and communicative.
- Fire Signs: Dynamic and spontaneous.
- Water Signs: Emotional and introspective.
- The position of planets in the Fourth House can shed light on one’s family life and emotional foundation.
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5th House
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Fifth House - The Quest for Pleasure and Creativity:
- The Fifth House represents pleasure, creativity, and self-expression.
- It symbolizes one’s relationship with romance, children, and hobbies.
- The Sign that rules the Fifth House can show how one approaches these areas of life.
- Earth Signs: Practical and stable.
- Air Signs: Intellectual and communicative.
- Fire Signs: Dynamic and spontaneous.
- Water Signs: Emotional and introspective.
- The position of planets in the Fifth House can influence one’s ability to enjoy life and express themselves creatively.
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6th House
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The Sixth House represents health, routine, and daily responsibilities.
* It symbolizes the relationships one has with their health, work, and daily habits.
* The Sign that rules the Sixth House can show one’s approach to health and work.
* Earth Signs: Practical and stable.
* Air Signs: Intellectual and communicative.
* Fire Signs: Dynamic and spontaneous.
* Water Signs: Emotional and introspective.
* The position of planets in the Sixth House can impact one’s approach to health and daily routine.
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7th House
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7th House - Relationships & Partnerships
- The 7th House is the House of Relationships and Partnerships. It represents how individuals interact with others, their personal and business relationships, and their dealings with the public.
- The Sign ruling the 7th House is a strong indication of the type of partner an individual is attracted to and the kind of relationships they form. For example, a Libra Ascendant (Air Sign) may have a strong need for harmony and balance in their partnerships.
- The 7th House is ruled by the Sign of Libra, which is an Air Sign.
- The 7th House also reveals the individual’s attitudes towards marriage, commitment, and legal agreements.
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8th House
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8th House - Transformation & Change
- The 8th House is the House of Transformation and Change. It represents the areas of life that are often beyond an individual’s control and may require a loss of control or power.
- The Sign ruling the 8th House can indicate the areas of life where the individual may face transformation, including death, taxes, sexuality, and joint finances.
- The 8th House is ruled by the Sign of Scorpio, which is a Water Sign.
- The 8th House is also linked to the individual’s psychological depths, their capacity for intimacy, and their ability to transform and regenerate.
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9th House
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9th House - Expansion & Philosophy
- The 9th House is the House of Expansion and Philosophy. It represents growth through learning, travel, and the pursuit of higher knowledge and understanding.
- The Sign ruling the 9th House can indicate the individual’s philosophical and religious beliefs, as well as their approach to education and travel. For example, a Sagittarius Ascendant (Fire Sign) may have a strong desire for adventure and a thirst for knowledge.
- The 9th House is ruled by the Sign of Sagittarius, which is a Fire Sign.
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10th House
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10th House - Career & Public Image
- The 10th House is the House of Career and Public Image. It represents an individual’s reputation, status, and professional life.
- The Sign ruling the 10th House can indicate the individual’s vocational calling, their professional accomplishments, and how they are perceived by the public. For example, a Capricorn Ascendant (Earth Sign) may be driven towards achieving stability and success in their career.
- The 10th House is ruled by the Sign of Capricorn, which is an Earth Sign.
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11th House
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11th House - Friends & Community
- The 11th House is the House of Friends and Community. It represents an individual’s social networks, groups, and organizations they belong to.
- The Sign ruling the 11th House can indicate the individual’s approach to friendship, their involvement in groups and organizations, and their humanitarian and philanthropic efforts. For example, an Aquarius Ascendant (Air Sign) may be drawn to unconventional and eclectic social circles.
- The 11th House is ruled by the Sign of Aquarius, which is an Air Sign.
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12th House
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12th House - The House of Mystery and Subconscious
- The 12th House is known as the “hidden” or “unseen” house.
- It’s associated with the subconscious, hidden enemies, self-undoing, self-sabotage, and endings.
- The 12th House is also connected to institutions such as hospitals, prisons, and spiritual retreats.
- The 12th House represents the parts of our lives that we keep hidden from the rest of the world, including our fears and insecurities.
- This house is traditionally associated with Pisces and is ruled by Neptune.
- Earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn) in the 12th House may struggle to balance their practicality with their hidden fears and desires.
- Air signs (Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius) in the 12th House may find that their logical and intellectual nature conflicts with their unconscious mind.
- Fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius) in the 12th House may need to work on controlling their impulsive nature to avoid self-sabotage.
- Water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) in the 12th House may have a strong connection to their unconscious mind and emotions, but may struggle to keep these hidden from the rest of the world.
