Each planet has its own axis that it rotates on around the Sun, including our planet Earth. An axis is an invisible line that an object rotates around. The 12 zodiac horoscope wheel is based on Earth’s yearly rotation on its axis around the Sun, while the 12 astrological houses wheel is based on Earth’s 24-hour rotation around its own axis. Just as each of the 12 zodiac signs and their ruling planets have their own specific meanings and purposes in astrology, the 12 astrological houses also have their own specific meanings and purposes in astrology. For example, in a birth chart reading the houses describe how a person interacts with other people and the world around them in their daily life and the houses also describe different types of experiences that a person will have in their life. Here is an astrology houses chart that explains each of the 12 houses in astrology:
1st House – First House In Astrology
The 1st house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Aries and the planet Mars (Aries is ruled by Mars). The 1st house in astrology rules the self-image that we project out to the world. The 1st house also rules:
- Our physical appearance
- Our psychological defense mechanisms
- Our first impressions that we make
- Our general outlook on life
- Our relationship with our immediate environment
2nd House – Second House In Astrology
The 2nd house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Taurus and the planet Venus (Taurus is ruled by Venus). The 2nd house in astrology rules our sense of self-worth and our personal resources. The 2nd house also rules:
- Our money and our personal finances
- Our basic values
- Materialism
3rd House – Third House In Astrology
The 3rd house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Gemini and the planet Mercury (Gemini is ruled by Mercury). The 3rd house in astrology rules communication. The 3rd house also rules:
- How we interact with our immediate environment
- How we form our thoughts
- Primary and secondary education
4th House – Fourth House In Astrology
The 4th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Cancer and the Moon (Cancer is ruled by the Moon). The 4th house in astrology rules family and the home. The 4th house also rules:
- Our instinctive behavior
- The maternal figure(s) in our life
- Our connection to our past
- Our sense of security
5th House – Fifth House In Astrology
The 5th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Leo and the Sun (Leo is ruled by the Sun). The 5th house in astrology rules creativity and romance. The 5th house also rules:
- Our hobbies
- Our attitude towards romance and romantic relationships
- Our attitude towards having fun
- Our general relationships with children
6th House – Sixth House In Astrology
The 6th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Virgo and the planet Mercury (Virgo is ruled by Mercury). The 6th house in astrology rules work, job, and health. The 6th house also rules:
- Our sense of order and organization in our daily life
- How we seek to improve and refine ourselves
- Our attitude towards routine
- Our attitude towards our health
7th House – Seventh House In Astrology
The 7th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Libra and the planet Venus (Libra is ruled by Venus). The 7th house in astrology rules partnership and marriage. The 7th house also rules:
- Our one-on-one relationships
- Our business partnerships
- Our shadow self
- Contracts
- Open enemies
8th House – Eighth House In Astrology
The 8th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Scorpio and the planet Pluto (Scorpio is ruled by Pluto). The 8th house in astrology rules transformation, evolution, and sexuality. The 8th house also rules:
- Our attitude towards crisis and change
- Our partner’s resources
- Personal growth
- Death and rebirth
9th House – Ninth House In Astrology
The 9th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Sagittarius and the planet Jupiter (Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter). The 9th house in astrology rules belief systems, spirituality, and higher education. The 9th house also rules:
- Our morals
- Our ability to be tolerant of other people and other cultures in society
- Our religious beliefs and our personal philosophies
- Our sense of adventure and exploration
10th House – Tenth House In Astrology
The 10th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Capricorn and the planet Saturn (Capricorn is ruled by Saturn). The 10th house in astrology rules career, social success, and professional destiny. The 10th house also rules:
- Our attitude towards responsibility
- The paternal figure(s) in our life
- Our reputation and social standing in society
- Our desire for success and achievement
11th House – Eleventh House In Astrology
The 11th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Aquarius and the planet Uranus (Aquarius is ruled by Uranus). The 11th house in astrology rules personal goals, friends, and groups. The 11th house also rules:
- How we approach our personal goals and our aspirations in life
- How we work and function in groups
- Our sense of true inner purpose in life
- Humanitarianism
12th House – Twelfth House In Astrology
The 12th house in astrology is ruled by the zodiac sign Pisces and the planet Neptune (Pisces is ruled by Neptune). The 12th house in astrology rules soul growth, solitude, and secrets. The 12th house also rules:
- Our hidden strengths and weaknesses
- Private affairs
- Dreams
- Hidden enemies
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