Learn About The 12 Houses In Vedic Astrology

Vedic Astrology- This is Hindu / Indian astrology and due to its origin from “Vedic” it is called Vedic Astrology. It is the study of planets, moon, sun, stars according to one’s horoscope. With the belief that their movements have an impact on our body and surroundings.

It consists of 12 zodiac signs i.e. Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces. In addition, there are five elements of nature. Prithvi (land), Jal (water), Agni (fire), Vayu (air) and Akash (sky) as described in the Vedas.

Astrologers take these elements into consideration when examining a person’s horoscope.

Meaning of houses in Vedic astrology

Houses in Vedic astrology define and divide the exact areas of a person’s life based on his horoscope which is revealed based on a person’s exact time and place and date of birth. Different houses control different areas of life, about which you will come to know in the next section.

House in Vedic Astrology

In astrology, 12 houses, like the 12 zodiac signs, form the foundation of one’s life. Together they form 360 ° angles because each house has 12 identical segments in the entire birth chart.

However, they are not the same as the zodiac. All these houses link with a different sign. Each person represents a specific component of your life.



1st House

The first house, also known as ‘Lagna’ or ‘ascending’. It is your own home because it represents you, the way you look. Basically, your physical personality includes body texture, temperament, nature, body structure, childhood, health, ego, and sense of self.

It affects your life choices, your strengths, your sense of weaknesses. Your likes, dislikes, and the way you can wish others to see you through their opinions, attitudes, and perspectives.

2nd home

The second house is often referred to as the property house. It denotes wealth or income which includes finance, goods which you have, your assets such as cars, furniture, investments, etc. Using his property including his non-material things also comes under the purview of another house. This house corresponds to Taurus.

Priyanka Chopra will be a great example of this. Our expert astrologers examined her horoscope and discovered that Mercury is in her own house and is sitting with Venus, the lord of ascension making her a great singer.

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3rd house

The third house is related to Gemini. It controls a person’s mental inclination and ability to remember. The house is also related to travel, brothers, sisters, neighbors, interests, habits, mental intelligence, and communication.

It rules over various mediums of communication, such as media, television, telephone, radio, writing, editing, etc. All types of businesses related to communication are included in this dominance.

4th house

The fourth house in Vedic astrology is related to the Cancer zodiac. It also rules your homes as well as your roots, land, real estate matters, vehicles, and your relationship with your mother. This house is also called Bandhu Bhava in Vedic astrology because it is very much associated with the domestic happiness of a person.

The body parts ruled by the fourth house are the abdominal breasts and digestive organs. And it can occur as a result of coronary problems, lung disease, and breasts, chest and physical ailments if the 4th house in your horoscope is weak.



5th house

The fifth house in Vedic astrology, also known as Putra Bhava, is home to creativity, versatility, bliss, bliss, and romance. It signifies your mental intelligence, your ability to create and innovate. The fifth house corresponds to the energy of Leo, the fifth sign in the zodiac. Since Jupiter signifies this house, which is also related to luck, good luck, learning, and optimism.

6th house

This house mainly matches your health, wellness, and your daily life routine. Certainly, the body you are born with belongs to the first house, but the choices that you make on a daily basis, which affect your body, are found in the 6th house.

The 6th house is also known as Ari Bhava. Ari means ‘enemy’ and hence it also deals with home loans, obstacles, enemies, and difficulties. However, a person with Rahu sitting in the 6th house in his birth chart is almost impossible to defeat. This coincides with Libra energy.

7th house

The 7th house (descendant) sits directly above the first house (ascending). This house is also known as a young lady. This is your spouse’s home. It is also home to all types of partnerships, including business partnerships and the deep side of your relationships, the partnerships you have formed. Planets rotating through the seventh house help you sign contracts and acquire bonds, close deals to make things official.

It controls various parts of the body including the kidneys, ovaries, and the lower half of the back.

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8th house

The 8th house, also known as Andhra Bhava, reigns over death, sudden events like longevity and lotteries. It is also related to money. Sudden losses, gains, the share of assets come under the 8th house. If Saturn is sitting in the 8th house of a birth chart, then there is a possibility that the person will get ancestral property.

This house is also home to mysteries and changes. It can bring depression, chronic illness, grief, lack of mental peace, imprisonment, etc. to the affected person. However on a positive note, the natives may possess strong intuitive skills and such people can also specialize in the fields of psychology, astrology, mathematics, and paranormal activities.



9th house

Truth, principle, dreams, and intuition all define the ninth house. Since this house is also known as Dharma Bhava in Vedic astrology, it confronts your religious instincts, immigration, good deeds, religion, morals, higher teachings, good deeds, and inclination towards charity. The 9th house corresponds to the Dhanu energy indicated by Jupiter which makes this house the house of destiny, luck, and Ishtar.

10th house

The 10th house, also known as Karma Bhava, the type of work you do, the profession you are in, your reputation, your reputation, etc. Your field of business is defined by the position of planets in this house. This house is ruled by Capricorn energy and Saturn. If Saturn coincides with other planets in your fortune chart, this planet can become the most powerful ally.

11th house

Beneficence is the home of prosperity in Vedic astrology. ‘Labha’ means profit. It is a strong indicator of wealth and income, gains in name, fame, and wealth, and also determines what benefits you. The 11th house in Vedic astrology governs your social circle, your friends, acquaintances, your well-wishers and your relationship with your elder brother.

12th House

Being the last house, the 12th house in Vedic astrology represents the end of your life cycle and the beginning of your spiritual journeys. It is also called the home of the unconscious, self-undone, and imprisoned. A weak 12th house can give people a basic detachment like separation from their partner, parents, friends, and neighbors.