the houses, aspects, and returns

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Sun

  the strength of the sun on the 

ascendant characteristics will make 
individuals a double cancer, Leo, or 
whatever. Both positive and negative 
qualities will be present, and the 
aspects the sun receives will also be 
important. Back problems are likely.

Moon

  here the individual will respond 

and react in the characteristic manner 
of the ascendant. this is another kind 
of “double”, according to the sign 
involved. digestive upsets, and worry. 
But increased intuition and emotion.

Mercury

  this planet will add a lively, 

intellectual quality, mental brightness, 
and quick thinking to the ascendant 
characteristics. there will be an 
element of duality present, also 

artfulness, cunning, critical acumen, 
and vulnerability to nervous stress 
and tension.

VenuS

  here, Venus will soften but 

sometimes weaken the characteristics 
of the ascendant, adding charm and 
some possessiveness. there will be 
kindness, sympathy, empathy, and often 
extravagance. sore throats are likely.

MarS

  here Mars is “at home” so its 

influence is powerful, whatever sign is 
involved. Individuals will find that it 
contributes increased physical energy, 
assertiveness, elements of selfishness, 
hastiness, and a flair for sport. 
they have a tendency to take risks 

and are also prone to headaches.

Jupiter

  the planet adds breadth 

of vision, optimism, 

enthusiasm, an intense love 

of travel, and a gambling 

instinct. there is, 

potentially, a brilliant 

mind which requires 

stimulation. Weight 

gain to hips and 
thighs is likely. 

Saturn

  Will sober 

the ascendant 

characteristics. often 

causes inhibition, lack 

of self-confidence, and 

bouts of depression. 

a conventional outlook, 

with determination and 

ambition. these individuals 

will take life seriously. the knees 

and shins are vulnerable.

the planets through the houses

First House: tHe House oF tHe AscendAnt

the placing of  the planets within the 12 houses adds another 
dimension to the horoscope, sometimes accentuating and sometimes 
softening traits, depending on the combination of  house and planet. 

Mercury in the First House adds intellectual 
acuity to the Ascendant characteristics.

planets in the first house

Any planet that is placed in this house will 
considerably influence the characteristics 
of the Ascendant, or Rising sign.