First Eclipse 2009 and Astrological effects

When is an eclipse really over?
Most of you probably know that we’ve just been going to face Solar eclipse on 26 January 2009, and the Lunar eclipse occurred on 09 February 2009. These eclipses are going to be happen in Cancer sign (and opposite Capricorn sign). The eclipses may will go, but they’re certainly not forgettable. Eclipses affect us from the date of the eclipse to the date of the next eclipses, five months later!

Before we look at how (and where) eclipses affect us, lets take a moment to explore what an eclipse actually is. Eclipses occur whenever there is a New Moon or a Full Moon that occurs along the plane of the ecliptic (the apparent path of the Sun around the Earth, but actually the path of the Earth around the Sun). During a Solar Eclipse, the Moon gets between the Sun and the Earth, and casts its shadow on the Earth, blocking out the Sun for a few minutes. During a Lunar Eclipse, the Earth gets between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. Solar eclipses occur during New Moons, and Lunar Eclipses occur during Full Moons.

The Moon’s Nodes are the transiting eclipse points. Whenever there is a lunation (a New or Full Moon) within 17 degrees of the Moons Nodes, we have an eclipse. Eclipses always occur in pairs (Solar-Lunar or Lunar-Solar) and sometimes, there are three eclipses in a row (Solar-Lunar-Solar or Lunar-Solar-Lunar).

So, how do eclipses impact our natal charts?
Eclipses always mean crisis. Now, crisis is not necessarily a bad thing; however, wherever an eclipse falls in your chart is an area of life that is going to undergo some change, or at least require more of your time and attention than usual for the next five months or so.

Solar eclipses are far more important then Lunar Eclipses. The house where the Solar Eclipse falls in your chart will be the main focus of crisis for the next five months. The house where the Lunar Eclipse falls (usually the opposite house) will be a secondary area of crisis. Since opposing houses are so closely related, however, it’s often easiest to consider the pair of houses as a unit.

1st House—7th House:
If the eclipses occurred in your 1st/7th houses, the focus for the next five months will be on your relationships.

:~: The 1st house is our sense of self; it is who we are as individuals. Eclipses in the 1st house usually signal a period of personal development and growth.

:~: The 7th house is how we relate to other individuals. Naturally, when we ourselves change, this also changes how we relate to other individuals. Eclipses in the 7th house also signal a period of personal development and change; the main difference is that we experience the crises and the need to change as if it were coming from outside ourselves, because we project our 7th house on other people. No matter how it appears, it’s never about the other person. It’s always our own stuff.

2nd House—8th House:
If the eclipses occurred in your 2nd/8th houses, the focus for the next five months will be on your resources.

:~: The 2nd house is the house of our personal resources; our possessions, our skills, our talents, and our finances. An eclipse in the 2nd house will always make us more aware of our attachments: the things that we believe that we cannot survive without. Since most of us are very attached to money, this may be a time to reevaluate and explore your relationship with money.

:~: The 8th house is the house of other people’s resources, joint finances, taxes and inheritances. An eclipse in the 8th house makes us aware of our responsibilities to others: both physical and emotional. Its often an indication that it’s time to explore what truly belongs to us, and what belongs to our partners.

3rd House—9th House:
If the eclipses occurred in your 3rd/9th houses, the focus for the next five months will be on your relationship to the world.

:~: The 3rd house relates to our personal domain: the places and things that we are the most familiar with. The 3rd house also relates to our communication and to our personal, individual spiritual practices. An eclipse in the 3rd house often forces us to reevaluate the things we take for granted, and become more aware of how we communicate with ourselves and with others.

:~: The 9th house relates to unfamiliar environments: foreign countries, new ideas and philosophies, and organized religion. An eclipse in the 9th house causes us to consider the bigger picture of our lives. How do we want to grow and expand?

4th House—10th House:
If the eclipses occurred in your 4th/10th houses, the focus on the next five months will be on balancing your private live with your public life.

:~: The 4th house relates to our private lives: our home, our family,and our emotional and spiritual connections to our ancestors and heritage. An eclipse in the 4th house can often indicate a time of family crisis.

:~: Of course, since an eclipse in the 4th house often means an eclipse in the 10th house as well, that crisis may have a lot to do with balancing the demands of your career or public life with the needs of your family and private life.

5th House—11th House:
If the eclipses occurred in your 5th house/11th house, the focus on the next five months will be on issues of individual expression and group participation.

:~: The 5th house relates to the things that make us feel special and worthy as individuals. It’s the house of our creative expression, and includes children, gambling, and love affairs. Eclipses in the 5th house can stir up the creative urge, or represent changes in our relationships with our children or with our casual romantic partners.

:~: The 11th house is the house of friendships; this is the house of group participation and shared creativity. Eclipses in the 11th house can often indicate changes in our relationships with our peers and our friends.

6th House—12th House:
If the eclipses occurred in your 6th house/12th house, the focus on the next five months will be on your health, both physical and spiritual.

:~: The 6th house contains all of the things we need to do on a daily basis to maintain a physical body: food, exercise, nutrition, and our daily routine, including our jobs. Eclipses in the 6th house often indicate changes in our routines, and it’s important to be aware of your physical needs to avoid illness.

:~: The 12th house contains all of the things we need to do on a daily basis to maintain a soul. The 12th house is where we meditate, and explore our unconscious. Eclipses in the 12th house often indicate that you will need to spend more time alone, in your personal spiritual practices.

- This useful article is taken from www.astrologycom.com, written by Kevin Burk.

Rahu-Ketu Transit (Move) Effect & Solution

Mesh Rasi (Aries):
Ashwini 1,2,3,4 pad, Bharani 1,2,3,4 pad and Kritika 1 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 10th house while Ketu transit to your 4th house. You should spend time to update yourself to see success. Though you might see improvement in your undertaking, you should work hard to stabilise your position. You should not get involved in any unwanted arguments. Change of job or place will be seen. You will also travel a lot during the period which might give you fruitful results. You should find ways to improve your monetary condition. You will spend more time towards arts & entertainment.

Solution- Worship Lord Balaji on Saturday & Lord Dakshina Murthy on Thursday.

Vrishabha Rasi (Taurus):
Kritika 2,3,4 pad, Rohini 1,2,3,4 pad and Margashirsha 1,2 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit your 9th house while Ketu transit to your 3rd house. Planning and executing are the key things to get success during the period. You will get right kind of support from your blood relations. You will spend more time towards social activities. You will see progress in your business and will also try to expand your business. You should take care of your health. Misunderstanding among couples are seen. Problems between father and son may also arise.

Solution- Worship Lord Hanuman & Lord Shiva on Saturday.

Mithun Rasi (Gemini):
Margashirsha 3,4 pad, Ardhra 1,2,3,4 pad and Punarvasu 1,2,3 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 8th house and Ketu to your 2nd house. You might see fluctuations in your monetary conditions. Change of place or job is seen during the period. You should concentrate on your work to see progress. You will gain from friends. Those who are in partnership business should take utmost care. You should analyse the situation and then take decisions. You should control your expenses and make way for savings.

Solution- Worship Goddess Durga and chant Gayatri mantra.

Karka Rasi (Cancer):
Punarvasu 4 pad, Pushya 1,2,3,4 pad, Ashlesha 1,2,3,4 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 7th house while Ketu to your janma Rasi. Your success depends upon how well you speak and prove your talent. Analysing the situation, taking suggestion from your well wishers will make you more success. Monetary dealings with friends and family will land up in trouble. You should follow strict diet to keep you healthy. Delay in marriage will be seen during the period. Less profit or loss in business is seen. Parents should concentrate on their child’s future. Unhappiness in family and misunderstanding among couples are also seen.

Solution- Worship Lord Dakshina Murthy & Lord Sani.

Simha Rasi (Leo):
Magha 1,2,3,4 pad; Poorvaphalguni 1,2,3,4 pad; Uttaraphalguni 1 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 6th house and Ketu to your 12th house. You will prove your talent and will see improvements in your job. You will come out of your problems and overcome all obstacles. Happiness among couples will be seen. You will understand each other will work for the upliftment of the family. You will make ways for your future investments.
Solution- Worship Lord Balaji & Goddess Durga during Rahu kalam and chant Gayatri mantra.

Kanya Rasi (Virgo):
Uttaraphalguni 2,3,4 pad; Hasta 1,2,3,4 pad; Chitra 1,2 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 5th house and Ketu to your 11th house. Avoid unwanted arguments. Legal decisions may not be in your favour. Though you take some bold decisions, you will be always under scrutiny. Misunderstandings among family members especially among brother are seen. You should take care in adding new friends. Delay in financial loans will be seen and it will be difficult to expand your business. You will enjoy limited comforts and see substantial profits in business.
Solution- Worship Lord Dakshina Murthy & Lord Dhanvantari.

Tula Rasi (Libra):
Chitra 3,4 pad; Swati 1,2,3,4 pad and Vishakha 1,2,3 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 4th house and Ketu transit to your 10th house. You should be more dedicated in your work to see progress in your career. Sometimes you may not get the real credit for your work and may feel the pressure in your workplace. Financial loans may delay and you might see fluctuations in monetary conditions. Avoid unwanted arguments and you should seek suggestions from your well wishers, guide to have a good future.

Solution- Worship Lord Goddess Durga and Lord Hanuman.

Vrushchik Rasi (Scorpio):
Vishakha 4 pad; Anuradha 1,2,3,4 pad; Jyeshtha 1,2,3,4 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 3rd house while Ketu to your 9th house. This transit brings you happiness in many ways. You will get a platform to prove your talent and will achieve great success. Improvements in your undertakings are seen. Financial gains are seen. Business people will expand their business. Happiness in the family is seen. Investing in real estate, shares will give you good returns.

Solution- Worship Lord Dakshina Murthy on Thursday, Goddess Durga on Tuesday and Lord Sani on Saturday.

Dhanu Rasi (Sagittarius):
Moola 1,2,3,4 pad; Poorvashadha 1,2,3,4 pad; Uttarashadha 1 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 2nd house while Ketu transit to your 8th house. You should take care in your business and profession. Analyse a situation and then should take appropriate decisions. You should take care while travelling and should be careful with your pet animals. Misunderstanding among family members are seen. If possible avoid travelling long distance.

Solution- Worship Goddess Durga on Tuesday and Lord Ganesha.

Makara Rasi (Capricorn):
Uttarashadha 2,3,4 pad; Shravana 1,2,3,4 pad; Dhanishtha 1,2 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your janma Rasi and Ketu to your 7th house. This transit is not so good and will bring more confusions and problems during the period. You should work very hard to see improvements in your work place. Many people will try to pull you down and will work against you. Misunderstanding among family members are seen. You should postpone investing in real estate and shares.

Solution- Worship Lord Shiva & Goddess Durga.

Kumbha Rasi (Aquarius):
Dhanishtha 3,4 pad; Shatabhisha 1,2,3,4 pad; Poorvabhadrapada 1,2,3 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 12th house while Ketu to your 6th house. You will see improvements in your undertakings. Abroad travel regarding work related assignments are seen. You should take care while travelling abroad otherwise loss of baggage or things will take place. Happiness among couples and family are seen. You will add new friends and relationships. Financial improvements will be seen during the period. You will complete your financial loans and can invest in new mediums.

Solution- Worship Goddess Durga and Lord Sani.

Meena Rasi (Pisces):
Poorvabhadrapada 4 pad; Uttarabhadrapada 1,2,3,4 pad; Revati 1,2,3,4 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 11th house and Ketu to your 5th house. This transit brings you lot of good news and improvements in your life. You will see success in your undertakings. Financial gains through investments, business are also seen. You will plan a trip with your family. Gains from family members especially brothers are seen. Happiness among couples are also seen.

Solution- Worship Swami Ayyappa.

Rahu-Ketu Transit (Move)

You must be experiencing changes in life right now, because this year May 2008 is the very important month for the Big planets, like Saturn, Jupiter and Rahu-Ketu.

I have already post two articles for Saturn and Jupiter. Now let me give you article from the Great Vedic Astrologer Komilla Shutton. She has published her article in her useful website http://www.komilla.com/. Enjoy the real knowledge of Vedic Astrology from Komilla. I have given below article word to word from her website, so if you have got any question regarding her article please contact her. You can find her information from our other useful website http://www.astrologerdirectory.net/.

“Rahu Ketu Transit from 30 April 2008 to 13 November 2009, in Capricorn Cancer:
Rahu Ketu move into the Capricorn Cancer axis on 30 April 2008 and will remain there till 13Nov 2009. This brings a relief from Ketu’s tough connection with Saturn in Leo but there are new challenges as well as opportunities ahead in the Capricorn Cancer Axis. Ketu will transit over the Gandanta degree between Leo and Cancer bring some difficult issues to light around 1st May. It will also lead to far reaching changes in people’s life. this degree was crossed by Saturn in November 2006 and July 2007 with tough outcomes for some. This Ketu transit may not be easy for especially if there are planets placed on these Gandanta points.

Rahu and Jupiter conjunction on 12 Feb 2009 closely followed by Mars Rahu conjunction on 15 February at 14º Capricorn will define this transit. Jupiter will be debilitated while Mars is exalted. 14º Capricorn is a highly sensitive degree as this is connected to the degrees of two of the solar eclipses of this axis. The solar eclipse of 1 August 2008 is at 15º33 Cancer and of 26 January 2009 is at 12º30 Capricorn. This conjunction can bring either a major crisis point in the world – last time Rahu Jupiter conjuncted – it was during the First Gulf War – maybe this conjunction can bring an end to the second Gulf War. These conjunctions take place immediately after the taking of office of the new US President, so it may suggest that he/she would take some decisive steps towards ending the Iraq situation.

The other main story of Capricorn Cancer axis is – Capricorn is the sign of Business and usually Saturn will control the excesses of Rahu and this can bring a positive result for cautious investors. Ketu transiting over Cancer – the main significator of housing – will bring further turmoil into the housing area. Cancer’s element is water- so we can expect stormy weather conditions as the heat of Ketu hits the water energy of Cancer. There can also be confusion regarding property market and generally people will not feel satisfied.

How this transit effects you

The area where Ketu is transiting is the more difficult one to deal with. Ketu bring s forth karmic problems and is a time for paying back karmic debts. Rahu will give and promote during its transits. With the nodes one has to be careful not to give into their excesses and always remember that they deal with past karma – they can surprise you with what they bring forward.

Ketu in Cancer shows that emotions can be your vulnerable point and Ketu will reject your emotional needs, so this can be a tough transit. Try to stay calm and don’t ignore the work you must do. If you have planets in Cancer then Ketu can create crisis connected to the karaka or the house rulership of the planets it is transit over. This usually leads to long term change in your life. The nodes will transit through the nakshatras of Ashlesha (for the first 8 months), then Pushya (the next 6 months), and finally Punarvasu (the last 2 months), each bringing its own subtle influence.

Rahu in Capricorn feels more at home as Capricorn disciplines the Rahu energy and, in the process, forces you to be more realistic about life. Saturn is the slowest moving planet and will most likely stay in the same sign throughout the entire nodal transit. On of the problems that we face during this Capricorn transit is that Saturn its ruler is transiting the 8th house from itself- therefore not giving the full positive impact of this Rahu Transit. Saturn in the 8th from Rahu transit will give some aspect of insecurity or changes in the house where Rahu is transiting at present for you. When Saturn changes to Virgo in September 2009- this will improve the quality of the Rahu transit in Capricorn as Saturn moves into the 9th house from Rahu. This may be the time you get the rewards of this Rahu transit. The Nakshatra Dhanishta (for the first 4 months), Shravana (the next 8 months) and Uttara Phalguni (the final 6 months), will also influence the subconscious.

This axis is probably the toughest one to experience. The relative relationship between the Moon and Saturn keeps changing on a daily basis creating many emotional disturbances. It can seem as if your life is in eclipse through a non-understanding of your own emotional issues. But unless this transit replicates your own birth axis, you will be able to control these issues by remaining aware of the potential.

The eclipses are going through Capricorn and Cancer – so if these are your signs expect some turbulence and changes in your life. They need not be negative but will bring transformation.

For Gemini and Sagittarius Lagna- this axis runs through their 2nd and 8th house axis and will transit the 22nd Drekkana that can create problems- especially for health.

For Gemini and Sagittarius Moon- this axis will travel through the 64th Navamsha and can create transformation, health problems and general insecurities regarding life.“

Last but not least, Thanks to Komilla Shutton for her extra ordinery useful article.

Ideology of Numerology

Numerology is a science of exploring hidden powers of numbers and their influence on human beings.

Indians see numbers as symbols of certain types of cosmic powers. And they link them with spirituality. For example 0 is a number that encircles some part of the infinite universe. The inner part of it is separated from the vast outer space. This is similar to human body where the soul (Jeevatma) resides. A human being always feels that he is separate and the outer universe is different from him. He confines his soul with his present body and thinks that he and the body is one and the same. Thus he has forgotten the truth that he is the all-pervading God. This is called cosmic delusion (Maaya). So 0 represents the cosmic delusion. This means 0 gives false impression that whatever is not there, is there. Let us add 0 after 1, then that 1 appears as 10. This means 1 is assuming a different form, because of 0. This is same as the super-soul appearing in different forms because of Maaya.

Every number will have mental and spiritual plane represented by its top half part and the material worldly affairs are represented by its remaining bottom part.

When we connect a series of points in a single direction, then it becomes 1. Thus 1 represents single-mindedness in achieving the objectives, creativity, and starting new ventures. Its pillored appearance represents independence and leadership qualities.

2 is round shaped at top. It is a open 0. That means there is no complete Maaya at mental level. There is a scope to receive and release new ideas and concepts. So 2 represent flexibility and diplomacy. The bottom of 2 shows a horizontal line that is attached firmly to ground. This means if these inventive ideas are properly used, the person can achieve highest success in material world.

Take 3, it is having open rounded ends at its top as well as at bottom. This shows continuous receiving and releasing of new ideas and involving into new developments. It represents ambition, self-expression and idealism. This number makes a person to reap material benefits from his intelligence and spiritualism.

Just close the rounded ends of 3, you will get 8. It represents Maaya at both the levels. The person is wrapped by complete ignorance of what is happening outside his perception. He cannot come out of the clutches of karmic forces. The balanced loops of 8 represent balanced nature, patience and discipline.

Contemplate on 4, it is looking like a person sitting stable, attached to ground. The triangle above represents fire that promotes a strong desire for material benefits. The person will become materialistic. 4 may also represent unconventional behaviour.

5 is a quiet different number, with flat head and open rounded bottom. Flatness represents stability. The person would reach a clear and stable mental state which he uses in receiving and processing the material in worldly projects. 5 is a sign of dynamism and communication. This number makes one a successful business man.

7 is having similarity with 5, in such a way it is having a flat head and weak base. 7 indicates high level of spiritualism and sensitivity. But the person will not use his mental and spiritual stability to achieve material means.

6 is a number that is fully rounded at the bottom. It looks like a pregnant lady. It symbolises pregnancy, artistic and feminine qualities. The 0 formation at bottom indicates Maaya that pushes the person in love with family- related matters and enjoyment.

9 is a number that is nothing but inverted 6. It represents love to the world. The 0 formation at top, overshadows a person’s intelligence with Maaya. The person cannot think but work. So there is a conflict. He would be quick in actions and courageous.

While the numbers have the above significance, each number has been attached to a particular planet in Astrology, the reason is: certain planet produces the similar vibration of a certain number. Thus 1- Sun, 2- Moon, 3- Jupiter, 4- Uranus or Rahu, 5- Mercury, 6- Venus, 7- Neptune or Kethu, 8- Saturn, and 9- Mars. Number 0 should not be attached to any planet, since it is the root cause of all the numbers. It increases the strength of a number.

The numbers have been attached to Alphabet also.
1- A,I,J,Q,Y.
2- B,K,R.
3- C,G,L,S.
4- D,M,T.
5- E,H,N,X.
6- U,V,W.
7- O,Z.
8- F,P.

Now let us take an illustration. SWAMI VIVEKANANDA, a great saint of India, who shook the world by his philosophical teachings, was born on 12th January 1863.

His birth date number: 12 = 3.
His birth compound number: 12+1+1863 = 22.
His birth single number: 2+2 = 4.
His name single number: SWAMI VIVEKANANDA = 52 = 7.

Vivekananda’s birth date number 3 and name number 7 represent that he is ambitious, versatile and a spiritual guru. His ambitions are more focussed on service to poor and downtrodden as is shown by 4 in his birth single number. He had unconventional and revolutionary ideas in reforming the society. His birth compound number 22 shows that he is highly religious and inclined in purification of mind and soul. Moreover, his birth single number and name numbers 4 and 7 are harmonious, thus making him a renowned person. Let us take only VIVEKANANDA= 37 which clearly shows that he is a spiritual guru. And 3+7 = 1 shows beginning of new ventures which is an indication of his great mission to bring moral and spiritual upliftment. So we can say that Vivekananda’s life would be greatly influenced by numbers 3 and 7 and their harmonics 9 and 2. In his case, 2 represent deep involvement in mental faculties like meditation and mantra japa.

1. He met his guru Sri Rama Krishna in 1881 = 9 (His age: 18 = 9)
2. He started his journey in search of truth in 1890 = 9 (His age: 27 = 9)
3. He reached Kanya Kumari and visualized Divine Mother in 1892 = 2 (His age: 29 = 2)
4. He participated in the Parliament of religions in Chicago in 1893 = 3 (His age: 30 = 3)
5. He came back to India and started Rama Krishan Mission Association in 1897 = 7 (His age:
34 = 7)
6. The saint left his body in 1902 = 3 (His age: 39 = 3).

Article courtesy askastrologer.com

Rashi (Signs) and Ghar (Houses)

Aries. Cardinal Fire. Assertion of the will, development of identity. Honorable, impulsive, courageous, competitive. Needs a mission or battle to fight. Independent, dislikes restraint. Can be egocentric, individualistic, impatient.

1st House: Personality, physical body, vitality. Physical appearance, sense of self. Projection of “persona,” how we are viewed by others. Aries and the first house are ruled by Mars.

Taurus. Fixed earth. Appreciation of the physical, need for stability, security, sensual pleasure, perseverance. Love of fine food, clothing and beautiful surroundings. Earthy and practical. Can be stubborn, possessive and jealous.

2nd House: Identication of self with environment. Possessions, tastes, self-esteem. Process of attachment, personal resources. Taurus and the second house are ruled by Venus and Earth.

Gemini. Mutable air. Transmission of information. Love of language and ideas. Need for variety of experiences, mobility, change. Can be superficial, quixotic and moody, unable to follow through on projects.

3rd House: Interactions with immediate environment. Communication, short journeys, relationships with siblings. Early learning patterns. Gemini and the third house are ruled by Mercury.

Cancer. Cardinal water. Deeply sensitive, strong needs for emotional security and nurturing. Rooted in the past, collector of souvenirs. Sensitive, gentle, moody. Can be hostile if hurt or disappointed, manipulative, oversensitive.

4th House: Psychological roots, home environment. Primary nurturing parent. Early experiences rooted in the unconscious. Inner world and emotional security. Cancer and the fourth house are ruled by the Moon.

Leo. Fixed Fire. Expression of the creative self. Needs to be admired by others, to be playful and creative, to love life. Dramatic, larger than life. Generous of spirit. Can be demanding, insensitive, egotistical.

5th House: Creative endeavors and play, theater & sports, romantic love, courtship, acquaintances. Bearing of children, attitude toward parenting. Leo and the fifth house are ruled by the Sun.

Virgo. Mutable earth. Need to perfect the self. Focused inward to seek purpose of life. Detail-oriented, methodical, perfectionist, discriminating. Need to be of service. Can be negative and stingy with resources with a tendency to nitpick. Concerned with health issues.

6th House: Service to others; activities without self-gratification. Daily rituals and details of life. Work environment, employees, pets. Mind/body connection including health issues. Virgo and the sixth house are ruled by Mercury and by Chiron.

Libra. Cardinal air. Relating to others, achievement of balance and harmony. Love of beauty more aesthetic than sensual. Tactful, charming, idealistic, diplomatic. Can be self-indulgent, indecisive and overconcerned with the opinions of others.

7th House: Partnership, one-to-one relationships such as marriage, business arrangements, enemies. Hidden aspects of self experienced through the partner. Libra and the seventh house are ruled by Venus.

Scorpio. Fixed Water. Probing into emotional depths. Passionate, strong-willed, emotionally courageous, instinctive. Need for deep, bonding relationships, dislikes superficiality. Control issues, can be manipulative and jealous.

8th House: Issues of giving up individual resources to become something greater. Sexuality, physical death, and death of ego, inheritance, jointly held finances, taxes.Scorpio and the eighth house are ruled by Pluto, ancient ruler Mars.

Sagittarius. Mutable fire. Expansion of self, optimism. Adventurous, the explorer, the seeker of Truth. Love of travel, other cultures. Needs freedom from social restraint. Exuberant, friendly, jovial. Can be unreliable, overextended, unable to commit.

9th House: Awareness of ideas of others. Philosophy, religion, law. Travel which expands the mind, higher education. The search for truth, mentors. Sagittarius and the ninth house are ruled by Jupiter.

Capricorn. Cardinal earth. Issues of building one’s environment. Setting goals, the building of something solid and lasting. Practical, rational, focused, self-sufficient. Can be overly serious, cool and distant, resulting in isolation and bitterness.

10th House: The self in the outer world. Social status, career or profession. The apex of self-actualization. The more powerful parent, long-term goals, authority figures. Capricorn and the tenth house are ruled by Saturn.

Aquarius. Fixed air. Unique expression of self unencumbered by social requirements. Idealistic, fair, humanitarian. Treasures integrity and rationality, dislikes messy emotions. Can be impersonal, dogmatic, coldly rational.

11th House: Relationships with groups, friendships including casual social groups and formal societies. Includes shares ideals and attitudes towards the social environment. Aquarius and the eleventh house are ruled by Uranus, ancient ruler Mercury.

Pisces. Mutable water. Yearning for transcendence of ego. Imaginative, creative, sensitive. Vulnerable to outside influences, intuitive. Ego boundaries not well-defined, tendency to addictions. Can be childish, irresponsible, submissive.

12th House: Issues operating unconsciously or beyond the individual ego. Solitary experiences, experiences made difficult by repression of planetary energies in this house (hence the ancient meaning “house of troubles”). Pisces and the twelfth house are ruled by Neptune, ancient ruler Venus.