The sensitive, normally shy sun in Cancer placed in the 1st house of Aries, will likely change that Cancerian into a more outgoing, straightforward type of person. The placement of the ascendant, or rising sign will determine where the birth planets will land within the twelve zodiac pies, or houses.
A Brief Description of the Influence of Each House
Each of the twelve houses has different influence, a condensed description, from house one to twelve is provided with the following.
- 1st House - This is the house of the self. Any planet placed here in the house of Aries, will be distinct, outward and largely self-oriented. If a Gemini planet known as the communicator were placed here, the person would likely be much more self aware of speaking, or writing. They would place a greater importance on communications in general.
- 2nd House - This is the house of materials, finances, associated with Taurus. If the emotional moon were placed in the second house, expect the individual to be emotive about finances and possessions. Perhaps also worrying more about materials and overall resources, then the next person.
- 3rd House - Any planet in the third house of Gemini will have its communications quotient amplified. A quiet sun in Pisces type, could well become quite a chatty character. If Mercury were also placed here, expect some type of fine writing ability.
- 4th House - Cancer the crab's house will colour any planet in the fourth, with a domestic influence. If Venus were placed here, a natural love for anything connected to family, home or the parents would become pronounced.
- 5th House - Commonly associated with Leo, this house covets expression of all types. Creativity is evident and pleasure is sought after with a certain vigor.
- 6th House - This the house of duties and health, ruled by exacting Virgo. Planets placed here will compel the person to not only perform tasks in a certain way, but it will also determine how that person deals with health issues. For instance, Mars would bring about a highly energetic, tireless and faithful worker.
- 7th House - This important house of Libra, indicates how relationships and partnerships are manifested. Planets in this house will illuminate dealings with other people. Marriages, business partnerships will often hinge of what planet(s) is placed here.
- 8th House - Associated with Scorpio, the eighth house reveals not only deeper sexual desires, but how a person regenerates the body and mind. Sometimes this house is also associated with the handling of other people's resources and inheritances.
- 9th House - Planets located here will indicate how a person interprets philosophy and to some degree, learning. Travel and an interest in other cultures are also relevant, because of its Sagittarius influence. A strong ninth house could denote a teacher of some type.
- 10 House - Traditionally known as the house of career and social status. A prominent tenth house can indicate a great deal of worldly success. It additionally indicates dealings within the community. The ever climbing goat, Capricorn is the influence for this house.
- 11th House - Usually regarded as the house of friendships. It reveals a person's interest in clubs, or organizations. Humanitarian qualities, like those associated with Aquarius, drive this particular house.
- 12th House - Planets in this mysterious Pisces house seem to have a subtle influence. However, they are merely working on a different plane. For instance, Jupiter's placement in this house would bestow a person with luck right at the last moment; they may always seem to be saved by the bell. This house works on an unconscious level.
Where Planets are Located Reveal Vital Clues to the Personality Profile
Two or more planets in any house should be examined further, as it usually indicates a marked area of the birth chart. One planet in a house, if it is heavily aspected by other planets, can also be substantial. Interesting clues are left all over a person's horoscope just like fingerprints. What houses the planets occupy, will have major impacts on character traits.
Astrology enthusiasts may also wish to learn about Venus Through the Houses. Readers may wish to Look up Anyone's Birth Chart.
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