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HOUSE OF VALUES
The Treasury of Worth“What do I have?”The Second House follows the emergence of self with the fundamental question of sustenance: what resources do I need to survive and thrive? This is the domain of material security, but also of deeper values—what we truly treasure, both tangible and intangible.Beyond mere possessions, the Second House reveals our relationship with self-worth. How we earn, spend, and save money reflects our inner sense of value. Our natural talents, the gifts we bring into the world, and our capacity to build lasting security all reside here. This house teaches that true wealth begins with knowing what genuinely matters.
Key Themes
possessionsvaluesself-worthmoneyresourcessecurity
Traits
Strengths
- Strong sense of personal worth
- Natural ability to attract resources
- Practical financial skills
- Appreciation for quality and beauty
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Patient approach to building wealth
Challenges
- Materialism or greed
- Tying self-worth to possessions
- Resistance to change or sharing
- Possessiveness in relationships
- Fear of scarcity
- Difficulty recognizing non-material value
Life Areas
1Personal finances and income
2Material possessions and property
3Self-worth and values
4Natural talents and abilities
5Earning capacity
6Relationship with money
Interpretations
Traditional
Classical astrology viewed the Second House as the house of moveable property, possessions, and livelihood. It governed money that could be earned through personal effort, as opposed to inherited wealth. The condition of this house and its ruler indicated the native's ability to accumulate resources and their relationship with material goods.Modern
Contemporary astrology expands the Second House to encompass self-esteem and personal values. It reveals our inner sense of worth independent of external validation, and how that self-perception shapes our ability to attract and maintain resources. The house speaks to what we value deeply and how those values guide our choices.Resource Axis
The Resource Axis connects the II House and the VIII House, representing complementary areas of life experience that must be balanced.