The First House in Astrology: Planets in the Rising Sign
Jul 7, 2024
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Astrologers Chris Brennan and Nick Dagan Best discuss the significance of the first house in astrology and explore how planets in the rising sign affect identity, appearance, and life path. They cover examples like Arnold Schwarzenegger's Mercury placement, the impact of Sun and Moon on traits, and Mars' influence on personalities like Agatha Christie. The podcast also touches on topics such as physical transformation, philanthropy, historical figures' charts, and gender identity in astrology.
Individuals with the Sun in the first house exhibit authenticity and leadership qualities, like George Lucas and Bruce Lee.
Having the Moon in the first house signifies emotional depth and memory traits, seen in figures like Jack Kerouac and Garry Kasparov.
Mercury in the first house leads to distinctive voices, as seen in Arnold Schwarzenegger with his iconic Austrian accent.
Paul Newman's philanthropic legacy showcases generosity beyond fame, influenced by his striking appearance and acting success.
Barack Obama and Martin Luther King Jr. demonstrate social justice advocacy through health reforms and civil rights activism.
Margot Robbie and Eleanor Bach highlight gender equality advocacy and impactful acts of kindness, respectively, reflecting Jupiter's influence in the first house.
Deep dives
People with Sun in First House Stand Out and are Unique Leaders
Individuals with the Sun in the first house are unchangeable by their environment, portraying authenticity and radiating their unique light. They often excel as leaders in various fields, standing out for their uniqueness or leading roles. Examples include filmmakers like George Lucas, leading actors like Val Kilmer and Bruce Lee, comedians like Dave Chappelle, musicians such as Dave Grohl and Miles Davis, and successful businessmen like Elon Musk.
Significance of Moon in First House for Memory and Body Transformations
The Moon in the first house indicates a strong memory trait, impacting the individual's emotional experiences and character. Examples like Jack Kerouac, Garry Kasparov, Adrian Brody, and a healer with an Ayurvedic clinic showcase how memory, emotional depth, physical transformations, and body vitality are central themes when the Moon resides in the first house.
Mercury in First House: Unique Voices and Iconic Sounds
Individuals with Mercury in the first house, close to the Ascendant, often have distinct or iconic voices. Arnold Schwarzenegger, with Mercury conjunct the Ascendant, gained fame with his unmistakable Austrian accent, which became an integral part of his persona in American cinema. His accent contributed to his iconic roles like the Terminator, showcasing how Mercury's placement manifests in unique vocal identity and recognition in the public domain.
Paul Newman: A Philanthropic Legacy
Paul Newman, known for his striking appearance and successful acting career, also left a philanthropic legacy through Newman's Own foundation. He founded a food company where 100% of profits went to charity, focusing on children's health and education, demonstrating acts of generosity beyond his fame.
Barack Obama: Champion of Healthcare
Barack Obama, with Aquarius rising and Jupiter in the first house, championed social justice by passing the Affordable Care Act, providing health insurance to millions. His efforts affected diverse change, ensuring access to health coverage and prohibiting discrimination based on pre-existing conditions.
Martin Luther King Jr.: Advocate for Equality
Martin Luther King Jr., with Taurus rising and Jupiter in the first house, notably fought against racial discrimination and segregation through peaceful protests and efforts for civil rights. His advocacy led to the passage of significant legislation and his enduring impact on social justice remains exemplary.
Margot Robbie: Producing Female-Driven Stories
Margot Robbie, Cancer rising with Jupiter in the first house, is an advocate for gender equality in the film industry. She founded a production company and produced 'Barbie,' the highest-grossing female-directed film, emphasizing female-driven narratives and contributing to industry change.
Eleanor Bach: An Act of Generosity
Eleanor Bach, with Libra rising and Jupiter in the first house, generously influenced Demetra's career by gifting her an ephemeris. While lesser-known, her act of kindness played a pivotal role in Demetra's journey into asteroid astrology, showcasing the impact of small acts of generosity.
Tycho Brahe's Astronomy Observatory Gift
Tycho Brahe, with Aquarius rising and a beneficent Jupiter in the first house, was royally granted an island to establish an astronomy observatory. This act of generosity fueled Brahe's successful astronomical endeavors, showcasing the impact of noble gestures in scientific pursuits.
Kepler and Collaboration with Tycho Brahe
Kepler's collaboration with Tycho Brahe, enabled by Brahe's generosity and legacy, contributed significantly to Kepler's astronomical work and discoveries. The partnership symbolizes the importance of supportive relationships in advancing scientific achievements.
King Charles I: Royal Patronage to Astronomical Work
King Charles I, with Virgo rising and beneficent Jupiter in the first house, provided royal patronage and support for astronomical work during his reign. This showcase demonstrates the positive influence of influential figures in fostering scientific advancements through generosity and patronage.
First Theme: Ruler of Ascendant Influence
The alignment of planets during significant life events, such as a transiting Jupiter return through the first house, exemplified by a royal heir's sudden ascendancy to the throne after his brother's death, underscore the transformative impact of planetary positions on individual destinies.
Second Theme: Personal Transformation in Unpredictability
Exploring the private turmoil of individuals such as a revolutionary like Che Guevara, who leveraged their sudden rise and defiance against conventional norms under Uranus influence, delving into Neptune's role in transformations encompassing gender fluidity in comedian Eddie Izzard's narrative.
Third Theme: Profound Physical and Emotional Challenges
Navigating the profound struggles and subsequent resilience in the face of adversity, evident in figures like Christopher Reeve and Kurt Cobain, whose experiences with life-altering events like spinal injuries and mental health struggles symbolize the depth of planetary influences on human existence.
In episode 454 astrologers Chris Brennan and Nick Dagan Best explain the meaning of the first house in astrology, and explore its significations by looking at different planets in the rising sign and Ascendant.
We open the episode by talking about the general meaning of the first house, and then we transition into discussing each of the planets in the 1st house, starting with the Moon and then working our way through the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.
We also spend some time talking about the ruler of the Ascendant in the houses, the rulers of other houses in the 1st house, and planets transiting the first house.
This is the start of a new series where we will do a deep dive into the significations of each of the 12 houses of the birth chart, explaining what each house means and showing how different placements in that house have manifested in the lives of individuals.
Astronomically the 1st house is the rising sign in the whole sign house system, which is the zodiac sign that was rising over the eastern horizon at the moment a person was born.
The first house is associated with the degree of the Ascendant, which represents the dividing line between sky and earth, and acts as a particularly powerful and personal point within the first house.
Here are some of the significations of the first house:
Self
Body
Health
Appearance
Spirit
Character
Helm
Life direction
The which arises from you
This episode is meant to act as a foundation for the rest of the houses series, which will be made over the course of the next year.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Chris's Course on Ancient Astrology
https://courses.theastrologyschool.com/courses/hellenistic-astrology-course
Nick's Website
https://www.nickdaganbestastrologer.com
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:59 Meaning of the first house
00:36:08 Moon in the 1st house
00:53:40 Sun in the 1st house
01:05:42 Mercury in the 1st house
01:25:35 Venus in the 1st house
01:40:42 Mars in the 1st house
02:05:44 Jupiter in the 1st house
02:25:06 Saturn in the 1st house
02:35:42 Uranus in the 1st house
02:51:09 Neptune in the 1st house
03:01:45 Pluto in the 1st house
03:21:37 Concluding remarks
03:29:05 Credits
Watch the Video Version of This Episode
Watch the video version of this episode on the 1st house on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eR2fBFQT9wY
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Transcript
A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 454 transcript
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