the houses 5-8
The houses in astrology are what shape the principle facets of our lives. Defined by a specific moment in time and space, they delineate our experiences into twelve distinct yet interconnected realms. Truly, they’re the reason why astrologers harp on the need to know your most accurate birth time. And you likely already know at least one of the houses — the rising sign (aka the ascendant) is what defines the first house, and from that marker, the remaining eleven houses fall into place. Understanding the significance of the houses helps you to know the full scope of topics being activated at any given time, and they also illuminate the themes most prevalent in your own life. Read on to learn the basics of each house, and reflect on your relationship to each set of topics that they contain.
the houses 5-8
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the houses 5-8 ✨
The 5th House
The fifth house in astrology speaks to one’s self expression and experiences of creativity or pleasure. Its topics include play, romance, the arts, fertility, and any generative or life affirming activities. In an individual’s chart, it points to what one finds enjoyable, how they relate to children or lightheartedness, the ways in which they express themselves, and what feels flirty or fun for them. The sign contained within the fifth house describes the nature in which one addresses and embodies these topics, and any planets in this house denote specific experiences, interests, or energies that may come up in relationship to them.
The 6th House
The sixth house in astrology addresses one’s health or illnesses, as well as subservient work. Its topics include chores, wellness habits, pets, labor or service work, accidents, and apprenticeships. In an individual’s chart, it can reveal personal health strategies or concerns, the nature of their daily grind and necessary routines, and where they feel called or forced into service for others. The sign contained within the sixth house describes the nature in which one addresses and embodies these topics, and any planets in this house denote specific experiences, interests, or energies that may come up in relationship to them.
The 7th House
The seventh house in astrology is tied to one’s relationships and committed partnerships. Its topics include one-to-one collaborations, marriage and spouses, contracts, agreements with others, and the nature of one’s direct associations. In an individual’s chart, it points to what one looks for in a partner or relationship, the type of alliances they attract, and the type of energy that they look for others to reflect back to them. The sign contained within the seventh house describes the nature in which one addresses and embodies these topics, and any planets in this house denote specific experiences, interests, or energies that may come up in relationship to them.
The 8th House
The eighth house in astrology speaks to death and other people’s resources. Its topics include loss, idleness, taxes, debts, and inheritances. In an individual’s chart, it points to their experiences of and access to shared resources, their relationship to death and decay, a propensity or aversion towards occult or esoteric modalities, and how they may deal with grief or shadow work. The sign contained within the eighth house describes the nature in which one addresses and embodies these topics, and any planets in this house denote specific experiences, interests, or energies that may come up in relationship to them.
