Like the last years of life, 12th house matters are characterized by an ambiguous quality. For once, we can definitely say that boundaries are fluid and reality is a bit slippery. This is also the realm of the subconscious, dreams, and spirituality.
A place where we learn to walk between dimensions. Even if this might sound a bit daunting, the 12th house can be quite a beautiful wonderland. Some of the greatest works of poetry, music, art, film, and dance can emerge from this space.
At times, they arise as cathartic healing from trauma. They can also be inspired by our “journeys” through intricate dreams, medicine ceremonies, hypnosis, and other altered states.
The meaning of the house of spirituality in astrology
The 12th House is also the final of the three “water houses,” with the 4th and the 8th. Just like H2O can change from liquid to gas, everything in this house possesses a mystical shapeshifting quality.
There isn’t a single ton of stability within this house, so what you will need to do is stay on your toes, since the 12th also rules the feet. Beware, since this house can stir up addiction and self-destruction habits.
Without clear boundaries, we might be tempted to “explore” things we know aren’t too good for us, such as Alice at the Mad Hatter’s tea party. This is also the area in which codependence flourishes and many sacrifices have to be made.
We could potentially hurl ourselves into destructive situations in order to “save” others, just to find ourselves growing along with them. And just like Pisces, which is, coincidentally or not, the twelfth sign of the zodiac, escapism is one of the strongest themes of the 12th house.
The sudden urge to run away from everything is worth exploring. This can also be seen as the space where we become a bit isolated from society, especially regarding institutions where we lose control of our bodies or mental acuity (jails, hospitals).
Here, we connect to those who have left us, either through channeling, signs, or even answered prayers. The 12th house is the zone of miracles, where things we can’t explain happen.
This house sits at the end of the four cadent houses, and it is alongside the 3rd, the 6th, and the 9th house. These houses are places in between the results-driven succedent houses as well as the trailblazing angular houses.
Cadent houses resemble the mutable zodiac signs: they synthesize reliable data with novel concepts, meaning the “invisible” forces of influence. Whether it’s spirit guides, ancestors, or guardian angels, they all leave their mark through this house. Moreover, our earth angels dwell here as well.
Planets in the 12th house
If you know which planets you have in the 12th house, then you should check how each planet influences the energy of the last house in your birth chart.
Sun in the 12th house
Enchanting and enigmatic, you are probably a mystery to yourself. Do you find yourself in this description? One moment you’re successfully elevating yourself to a spiritual high, the next you are plunging into sorrow and despair. Your moods are generally all-encompassing, and your dreams are quite intense.
Moon in the 12th house
Those who have the moon in the house of spirituality are known to possess a unique, soothing vibe and compassionate nature. If you have it, then you can be trusted to keep the biggest secrets in the world (just kidding, but very close to that, anyway).
One of your biggest qualities is your capacity to be unconditionally accepting. You will rarely decide to judge, especially if your intuition calls for it.
Mercury in the 12th house
Well, let me tell you this: your imagination is simply otherworldly. I know at times it may not seem like it, but just because you sometimes struggle to articulate your ideas, this doesn’t mean that your mind isn’t an infinite source for them.
It’s much easier for you to go behind the scenes and build things into reality, and that’s truly admirable. Living in linear time can represent a struggle for this sensitive Mercury placement.
Venus in the 12th house
Commitment issues often play out in the sneakiest ways, luring you toward neglectful or even narcissistic partners. We might even say you’re attracted to “rescue missions.” Well, the right partner will know how to support your need for space and be affectionate and caring, but never too smothering.
Mars in the 12th house
Your wish to relieve the suffering of others is prone to becoming so intense that it can feel like a burden. You may take on their problems as if they were your own. Learning to detach, set boundaries, and “shield your field” will be essential to your serenity.
Jupiter in the 12th house
Boundaries are not your strongest suit. However, learning when and how to set them might allow you to tap into naturally psychic powers without actually draining your own batteries. We recommend having plenty of salt baths, and maybe using sage to clear your energetic field after intense exchanges.
Saturn in the 12th house
Solitude is quite important when it comes to your spiritual development. Why? Because it allows you to create your own sanctuary. Deep fears of abandonment might arise before you discover the joy of your own, rich company. The 12th house is often associated with our dreams, so pay attention to yours, because they could be loaded with important messages.
Uranus in the 12th house
Sometimes it can be quite lonely to have this planet in your 12th house. You definitely understand right away what makes people thick, but your own emotions are often too enigmatic. More often than not, participating in groups can be a double-edged sword for you. You can retreat into an observer role or hide in the background.
Neptune in the 12th house
You have limitless empathy, but you lose track of time when supporting other people. You can easily burn out or even become codependently entangled. However, it’s worth reminding yourself that true magic lies in learning to empower people to do their inner work, not so much to enable their dependency on you and “save” them.
Pluto in the 12th house
Finding the right place to feel safe and guilt-free is something you should definitely try. You might have one or two jumbled thoughts to confess, of course. However, suppressing them might only strengthen their hold on your psyche. It’s not worth the pain! As you process all the buried emotions, your innate gifts as a healer will become too obvious to ignore!
What if there aren’t any planets in your 12th?
Empty houses have their own role, even if it’s not what you would have thought. Sometimes we tend to think of them like blank canvases where you might have a little more freedom to say what happens. In some instances, this can be a relief.
However, no house will stay empty for long. The moon transits (or orbits) through all 12 houses in the span of only one month. The Sun also visits each throughout one year, so you’re safe. Something’s still bound to happen in the last house.
For instance, if wisdom-seeking Jupiter is in your 12th house, you could sign up for a retreat with a healer or simply be inspired to study animal communication and hypnotherapy.
If you found this article useful, we also recommend checking: What is the 2nd House? An Astrologer Explains Its Meaning
