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Learning Jyotish - Keys to Chart Interpretation

 

Significations of the Third house in Vedic Jyotish
Meaning and Key Concepts of the Third house in a horoscope


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The Third house is the house of brothers, friends, and companions, of how we act as a member of a defined group of equals. It shows the people we like to do things with, how we act in cooperation, and our capacity for leadership. It shows the alliances we make to achieve particular goals.

It is a martial house, a house of prowess, and is symbolized by the arms. It shows our basic energy in life- the impulse and intention that drive us. It reveals our passion or zeal in life, our courage and boldness in action, which may become rashness and impulsiveness. It indicates will and ambition, the force we project in life.

In general, it signifies physical or mental vigour/energy, bravery and fearlessness, courage, adventurism along with qualities such as facing the hunger and acceptance of unpalatable food in conditions of distress.

The Third house shows our motivation and indicates our main interests, whether physical or mental- what we really like to do. It shows whims and interests, sports and hobbies. Well placed planets here can give a capacity for profound interest, deep research and scientific thinking.

The Third house relates to the curiosity aspect of human mind. It represents the acquisitive or motivated mind and can lead us into dangerous actions.