The 12 Astrological Houses: their Meaning The 1st house
The 1st house, referred to as the Ascendant: the Self, demeanour, and vitality.It describes the personality, the natural demeanour of the native as he faces the outside world, and also his physical appearance. It is an essential component for the interpretation of the natal chart, and it is one of the four angles of the natal chart (the four most important houses, which are dealt with below). It is located on the left hand side of the natal chart and corresponds to the place where the sun rises.
