Classification of Houses in Vedic Astrology

In Vedic Astrology, the 12 houses in a horoscope are classified into different categories based on their nature, function, and influence. Classical texts like Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (BPHS), Uttara Kalamrita, and Phal Deepika describe these classifications in detail.

The key classifications of houses are:

1. Kendra (Quadrants) – Power and Stability
2. Trikona (Trines) – Fortune and Blessings
3. Upachaya (Growth Houses) – Improvement Over Time
4. Panaphara (Succeedent Houses) – Support and Development
5. Apoklima (Cadent Houses) – Loss and Change
6. Dusthana (Malefic Houses) – Challenges and Obstacles
7. Maraka (Death-inflicting Houses) – Health and Longevity
8. Trik Houses (6th, 8th, 12th) – Troubles and Losses

1. Kendra Houses (Quadrants) – Pillars of Life

Houses: 1st, 4th, 7th, 10th
Significance: Strongest and most powerful houses, associated with material success and stability.
Classical View:

• BPHS: Kendras are like the four pillars of life. Planets in these houses gain strength.
• Uttara Kalamrita: Kendras bring stability, power, and dominance.
• Phal Deepika: Benefic planets in Kendras give auspicious results, while malefics need control.

Breakdown:

2. Trikona Houses (Trines) – Fortune & Dharma

Houses: 1st, 5th, 9th
Significance: These are the most auspicious and fortunate houses, associated with luck, intelligence, and spirituality.
Classical View:

• BPHS: Trikonas are houses of Dharma (righteous duty).
• Uttara Kalamrita: They bring good karma and divine blessings.
• Phal Deepika: Natural benefics in Trikonas enhance prosperity and success.

Breakdown:

Lagnesh (Ascendant Lord) in a Trikona = Excellent destiny, fortune, and self-improvement.

Planets in Trikonas = They flourish and bring positive results.

3. Upachaya Houses – Houses of Growth & Overcoming Struggles

Houses: 3rd, 6th, 10th, 11th
Significance: These houses improve over time and help in overcoming challenges.
Classical View:

• BPHS: Malefic planets give good results in Upachaya houses.
• Uttara Kalamrita: These houses are related to competition, ambition, and success.
• Phal Deepika: They promote financial and professional growth.

Breakdown:

Malefic planets (Sun, Mars, Saturn, Rahu, Ketu) do well in Upachaya houses – they drive ambition and success.

Benefic planets may not be as effective unless strong by sign or aspect.

4. Panaphara Houses (Succeedent Houses) – Stability & Development

Houses: 2nd, 5th, 8th, 11th
Significance: These houses support and maintain what is achieved through the Kendras.
Classical View:

• BPHS: Panaphara houses bring wealth, skills, and accumulation.
• Uttara Kalamrita: They stabilize life progress.
• Phal Deepika: Planets here need support from Kendras to give results.

Breakdown:

5. Apoklima Houses (Cadent Houses) – Change & Transformation

Houses: 3rd, 6th, 9th, 12th
Significance: These houses bring change, movement, and instability.
Classical View:

• BPHS: They create shifts in life, travel, and learning.
• Uttara Kalamrita: They reduce material attachments and promote spiritual growth.
• Phal Deepika: Planets here need strong support from Kendra houses to give results.

Breakdown:

6. Dusthana Houses (Malefic Houses) – Challenges & Struggles

Houses: 6th, 8th, 12th
Significance: These are houses of suffering, obstacles, and loss.
Classical View:

• BPHS: Planets here cause hardships and karmic debts.
• Uttara Kalamrita: They are difficult but necessary for transformation.
• Phal Deepika: Strong benefics can reduce their negative effects.

Breakdown:

7. Maraka Houses (Houses of Death & Health Issues)

Houses: 2nd, 7th
Significance: These houses are responsible for health issues and longevity.
Classical View:

• BPHS: These houses control death and major health events.
• Uttara Kalamrita: Maraka planets can be dangerous if activated.
• Phal Deepika: Planets here need remedial measures if afflicted.

Breakdown:

• Kendra & Trikona Houses = Power & Fortune
• Upachaya Houses = Growth Over Time
• Dusthana Houses = Struggles & Karmic Challenges
• Maraka Houses = Health & Longevity Issues

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