Vedic Astrology Basics
Vedic Astrology Houses: The 12 Bhavas
Vedic Astrology Houses: The 12 Bhavas
Lagna-based life areas and house lords in Jyotish
Quick Answer
The twelve bhavas are Vedic astrological houses counted from the Lagna. They map self, wealth, courage, home, children, illness, partnership, longevity, dharma, career, gains, and loss or liberation.
Key Concepts
- The 1st bhava describes body, vitality, and self.
- The 2nd, 5th, 9th, and 11th commonly relate to resources and gains.
- The 6th, 8th, and 12th are dusthanas and need careful judgment.
- The 7th covers partnership; the 10th covers karma and public action.
- House lords and their placements often carry more weight than house keywords alone.
How to Use This Entry
Identify the bhava, its lord, occupants, aspects, strengths, and connections with dasha lords before interpreting a life area.
FAQ
Do Vedic houses always use whole signs?
Whole-sign Rasi references are common, but Jyotish also has bhava calculation methods; confirm the chart software’s system before comparison.