The Astrology of the 10th House

 

THE ASTROLOGY OF THE TENTH HOUSE 

​Astrological Sign 

The Tenth House is rules by Capricorn in the Natural House 

House Classification 
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The Tenth House is a Angular House 
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Tenth House Keywords 
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the public, fame, honors, reputation, awards, boundaries, rules, discipline, authority, the father. ​

The Tenth House: The House of the Public 

The Tenth House is known as the Midheaven and it stands at the top of the chart. It represents your social status, reputation, and your relationship with the public at large. It also rules your career, life path, and authority figures like your parents (usually your father), your boss, or a mentor. 

Signs in the Tenth House 
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Signs in the Tenth House describe your approach to the activities of the Tenth House. For example, if you have Cancer in the Tenth House, you care more deeply than others about your success and career. It may take you some time before you settle on a career or life path. Your career may relate to Cancer in some way such as social work, cooking, or interior design. 
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Natal Planets in the Tenth House 
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Natal Planets in the Tenth House color your approach to the activities of the Tenth House. For example, if you have Mercury in the Tenth House you may have a talent for public speaking or public relations. You are able to inspire others with your eloquent words and your word carries the weight of authority and people admire you. 
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Transit Planets in the Tenth House 
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Transit Planets in the Tenth House indicates changes to the activities of the Tenth House. If you have Neptune in the Tenth House, for example, you may have difficulty clearly seeing a future or a life path for yourself. Your Elders or Mentors may not prove reliable.  You may find success in a career involving the arts, or metaphysics. With this placement, a career helping others in indicated.