Ascendant House - First House of kundali

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Ascendant sign is the sign which is rising on the eastern horizon at the point of intersection of the ecliptic at a particular time and place typically coinciding with the birth time of the native.The exact degree at which the sign is rising is also noted.The Ascendant house, also known as the first house of Kundali has been assigned a special place in astrology.

The first house represents your identity, physical characteristics, appearance, health, well-being, physical appearance, vitality, attitude, temperament and the way you look upon the world. It also represents your self-image, outer personality and disposition. It determines the basic nature and overall personality of an individual, based on the position of planets and sign present in it. Basically, the behavior and characteristics of a person can easily be known through the analysis of the Ascendant house.

The Ascendant house gives detailed information on the behavior, complexion, personality and nature of the native. The characteristics and features of the signs present in the ascendant are considered to analyze the profession of the person through this house. According to this rule, the Karaka elements (fire, air, earth and water) of the sign located in the Ascendant house influence the profession or income of the person.

The Ascendant House is commonly referred to as the House of Self. The cusp of the First House is the home of the Ascendant, the sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at the precise moment of one's birth. This house defines the overall existence of a person like, Who are you? What will you become? How do you realize your best self? The First House determines the realization of one's ultimate potential. This process of becoming a unique individual is one of the greatest contributions we make to the world in which we live.

Personality of a person defines the distinct qualities that we possess as an individual. Thus, the Ascendant house addresses the individual and their approach to life. In other words, the sum total of one's being. The physical appearance, especially the head and the face is also governed by the Ascendant house. The Ascendant House also rules early childhood. It specifies everything from the earliest steps to the native’s perspective which shapes the natives being.

In simple words, it It addresses our personality and presentation to the world, our essential qualities, approach to life, demeanor and basic sensibilities. The inner self and outer body are what consists of a first house. It describes how you see yourself and how others see you.

  • Brief explanation of first house or Ascendant.
  • It is Lagna, Kendra and Trikona house, Vartaman Janam, Dharam house.
  • Synonym words - Kaya, Deha, Rupa,
  • Explains self, engine of life
  • Personality, appearance and body complexion
  • Health physical structure - constitution
  • Mind setup - Mind, soul, nature and outlook
  • Body parts - Head, brain, skull, hair, limbs, skin
  • Longevity - freedom from diseases
  • Vitality - vigour, ability to work, stamina
  • Character - conduct, wisdom, dignity, fame, self respect and honour
  • General prosperity - pattern of life, happiness, intelligence
  • Primary Karaka - Sun Atmakaraka,
  • For mind - Moon

    • Once ascendant is decided,then the next step involves analysing the Lord of the ascendant, how it is placed and in which house.The placement of the Lord of the ascendant will determine the purpose of the life of the native. Along with this note down the conjunctions and aspects of other planets and how they influence the nature of the native. Ascendant is very important house as it will indicate the existence of the person with regard to his physical personality, appearance, mental agility and the purpose of native coming in to this world.

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