Zodiac Sign Ruler:Gemini Astronomical Ruler:Mercury Element:Air Type: Cadent (adapting) Traditional Associations: method of communication, early education and environment, brothers and sisters, close friends (Oken, Rulers of the Horoscope, 194) Modern:What I think and seek to communicate to others. (Oken, RotH, 193)Focus on acquiring and communicating information. Day-to-day thinking. Rote learning and early school experiences. Data gathering, writing and reporting. Getting the message out. Short distance travel. Sibling relationships. Neighbors. (Perry, An Introduction to AstroPsychology, 361)
What Role the Third House Plays in Your Life?
Since the Third House represents our Quest for Understanding, it is the area of the chart representing that quest by Signs and Points (if any are in this segment of the chart). If you have no Points in this House or Sign, then the energy is waiting to respond. Therefore, Points that progress or transit into this House will activate the energy at specific times in your life. People who have Points in the Sign that rules your 3rd House will also activate this area of your life.
If you have a Point or several Points in this House, then the values and concerns of this House will take on the significance of the Point or Points involved. Suppose your Sun occupies this House. If so, then your Life Path will be devoted to “what you think and seek to communicate to others”. Your approach to communication, learning, and your local environment/community will take on primary importance in your life journey.
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The Third House and the Zodiac Signs
The Third House in astrology reveals your energetic disposition to communication and knowledge. Depending on the Sign of your 3rd House, astrologers can interpret how you work, act, and make choices to interpret the world around you and try to get others to understand you. The Air Signs will use their intellect and communication to establish understanding. Fire Signs will use creativity and action. Earth Signs will be practical and conservative. Water Signs will invest their emotional energy and use close connections to communicate.
Aries Ruling the Third House
Aries is a Fire Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination will rely on independent and maverick thinking as their way to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through the Aries lens, expecting people to be forthright and direct in their communication. They will prefer to communicate directly and aggressively, but largely without malice. If something is on their mind, there is a good chance it will be coming out of their mouth. They prefer to have friendships that do not need much nurturing. If they are present, they care about you and are engaged. When they are somewhere else, they are present there.
Taurus Ruling the Third House
Taurus is an Earth Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination prefer to be steadfast, conservative, and careful as their way to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through their constant concerns about security, safety, and having what they need. They prefer to think things through before acting and following tried and true patterns of thought and decision-making. Long-lasting friendships and loyalty are key to their thoughts about relating to others. Practical concerns and upholding traditions will be of the utmost importance to them.
Gemini Ruling the Third House
Gemini is the Air Sign that rules this House, so individuals with the Sign/House combination prefer to use communication, information, and networking with people to interpret and process the world. Networking is the goal of communication, so they can connect a massive number of people together allowing friendships to extend exponentially. Also, they love to learn as much as possible about everyone else’s thoughts about life. These people think fast and can manage numerous flows of information simultaneously. Their love of learning is unsurpassed by any other Sign on this House.
Cancer Ruling the Third House
Cancer is a Water Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination will rely on sympathy, intuition, and emotional intelligence to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through the Cancerian lens, expecting people to be emotional and share their feelings. They will prefer to communicate indirectly and subtly and can be passive-aggressive if they slip into negative emotional space. Literally, they will “feel” their way through a conversation, preferring to figure out what the other person needs from them as a communicator. They prefer to have friendships that need and give nurturing.
Leo Ruling the Third House
Leo is a Fire Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination will rely on humor, creativity, and performing as their way to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through the Leo lens, expecting people to be playful and energetic in their communication. They seek and give praise as the currency of interactions. If they do something important, they want praise; and if someone does something worthy of recognition, they will give praise. Friendships need to by dynamic, competitive, and fun.
Virgo Ruling the Third House
Virgo is an Earth Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination prefer to be critical, meticulous, and thoughtful as their way to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through their constant concerns about getting things right and helping others. They prefer to have directions before acting and will be the ones to use instructions to put something together. They are silently correcting your grammar. Friendships with other problem-solvers or problem “causers” work well for them. They use communication as a service to those around them.
Libra Ruling the Third House
Libra is an Air Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination prefer to be analytical, fair, and balanced as their way to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through their constant concerns about giving others the benefit of the doubt and getting all the facts. They realize that the world runs on important one-on-one relationships at crucial times in a person’s life. People with this Sign on the 3rd House are great listeners and can be very non-judgmental until a judgment is required. They will just not jump to conclusions.
Scorpio Ruling the Third House
Scorpio is a Water Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination will rely on questioning, intensity, and manipulation to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through the Scorpio lens, expecting people to be secretive and private, and frugal with what they share with others. They will prefer to communicate with intensity. Having a conversation with them is like talking to a private detective, all the time! Friendships need to be intense and transformative, and discussions with them can feel like taking your soul through a washing machine.
Sagittarius Ruling the Third House
Sagittarius is a Fire Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination will rely on knowledge, intricate thinking, and philosophy as their way to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through the Sagittarius lens, expecting people to be interested in higher learning, idealistic thinking, and worldly affairs. Breadth and depth of knowledge, along with a diverse and extensive vocabulary are important to them. Friendships need to be with thoughtful, adventurous people who have a passion for a belief, a way of life, or expertise.
Capricorn Ruling the Third House
Capricorn is an Earth Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination prefer to be commanding, directive, and strategic as their way to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through their constant concerns about responsibility and productivity. They prefer to have goals before acting and will be the ones to lead others to accomplish tasks and reach achievements. Friendships work best when they are engaging in shared goals with their friends and they are working on tasks together. Finishing a to-do list is a wonderful way to spend a day.
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Aquarius Ruling the Third House
Aquarius is an Air Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination prefer to be social, idealistic, and friendly as their way to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through their interest in the way people fit together and where they fit, with their friends, community, and society. They realize that the world is made up of a vast network of communication, and therefore, love technology. People with this Sign on the 3rd House are innovative, socially conscious, and interested in social engineering.
Pisces Ruling the Third House
Pisces is a Water Sign overlaying an Air House, so individuals with this Sign/House combination will rely on imagination, intuition, and empathy to communicate with and interpret the world. Their understanding of the way the world works filters through the Pisces lens, expecting people to be sensitive and emotionally aware, and open to sharing dreams and feelings. They will prefer to communicate in flow with the communication style of the people interacting with them. Having a conversation with them is like talking to the rain or a waterfall. Friendships can range across all socio-economic, education, and cultural groups.
