Planets in the 12th House

Sun

The Sun in the twelfth house denotes a private drive for self-perfection. The ego and perception of self are often inhibited and confused. They are often introverted and love the peace and solitude such a situation often affords. If they were left to their own devices and permitted to, they could live a contemplative life. They are likely to feel somewhat estranged from others even when in the middle of a group. However, they should not be too concerned by these feelings, as their role may be that of investigation and obtaining understanding, rather than socialising and the attainment of status.

They seldom receive full recognition for their efforts and accomplishments, but they easily accept roles of relative obscurity. Service to others provides them with recognition and fulfilment. If they display leadership, it will likely be a 'behind the scenes' role. Activity within hospitals, institutions or charities often generates confidence and self satisfaction.

Moon

The Moon in the twelfth house projects its influence in this sector of the chart. The emotions and responses are hidden and subjects find it difficult to express themselves. They can feel lonely or misunderstood but need solitude and space to search within themselves.

They are extremely impressionable and respond to subtle influences of those around them. While they are subject to emotional chaos, they have serious difficulty expressing their emotions. This placement gives a love of introspection and a need for periodic retirement from the confusion and business of the world in general. They have a strong sense of charity, and there is opportunity for success in work within large institutions such as hospitals, the government, large corporations, or public welfare.

Mercury

Mercury resides in the twelfth house producing an association with the subconscious mind. Communication is inhibited but the imagination is powerful. Decisions are often based on feelings, rather than logic. They may often be shy and hesitate to speak their ideas, especially in a public setting. They lack confidence, but hide this fact very well. Activity within hospitals, charities, institutions or spiritual retreats helps them to develop latent communicative urges.

Venus

This placement shows a love of secretiveness and solitude. Harmony, peace and love are initiated quietly and secretively, and the subject enjoys seclusion and clandestine love affairs. They are somewhat socially shy, causing a degree of loneliness or perhaps romantic frustration. They have this introspective side, and need a certain amount of time to themselves. This position usually produces a significant degree of compassion for the downtrodden or any of the less fortunate.

Mars

The Mars twelfth house placement shows desires and actions are influenced by the subconscious mind. Assertiveness or aggression is inhibited or released emotionally in private. Unconscious anger needs to be brought into the open and understood. They are secretive about their work or they prefer working alone and perhaps even in seclusion. They have a compelling sense of mission, but most of their desires are kept secret to avoid open opposition from others.

Jupiter

Jupiter residing in the twelfth house shows that the planet plays an important part shaping benefits from unseen sources. Expansiveness and optimism are kept hidden and are relegated to a fantasy world. Subjects would dearly love to be popular but are unable to open up. There is a degree of unconscionable extravagance and tendency to act before thinking attached to this position.

This placement shows an interest in introspective study, research or working behind the scenes. It also often shows a willingness to extend assistance to others without expectation of reward.

Saturn

Saturn in the twelfth house of the subconscious mind and hidden problems denotes work behind the scenes, usually in large institutions. Limitations, fears and inhibitions are deeply ingrained but rarely expressed. Subjects have strong karmic reactions and enjoy offering care to the elderly, or institutionalised people.

Often much loneliness is shown by this placement, and subtle subconscious doubts may affect their self-confidence. There is often a need to retreat, and a craving for work in solitude.

Uranus

Uranus in the twelfth house exerts its erratic behaviour in the area relating to the subconscious mind. Dynamic, disruptive individuality is deeply ingrained but difficult to express. They may be a loner that works best by themselves. This placement suggests a subconscious feeling of 'cabin fever' that may inhibit their strong urge to feel totally independent and free. They tend to have good investigative skills, and perhaps even psychic abilities, which can be valuable assets.

Neptune

Neptune in the twelfth house imposes an influence on issues in the realm of the subconscious. Intangibility and sensitivity are so deeply rooted that only the subject is aware of their existence. This is an indicator of deep introspection and sometimes a cloistered life, preferring this to the commotion of the mundane sphere. There is a tendency to be deeply involved with the unfortunate side of life, and they have a great compassion for people who may be seem as the outcasts of society, or those with physical or mental problems. A twelfth house Neptune sometimes produces fears and neurotic problems arising from the past.

Pluto

Pluto is in the twelfth house denotes a preoccupation with the mysteries of life and death, and matters relating to a higher consciousness in life. Power, control and authority are experienced in the mind. Karmic influences over which they have little control may affect their life.

This placement sometimes shows association with subversive elements or social outcasts. At its best it may make them a champion of people who are very unfortunate, but at its worst it can see them forcing their will upon others.