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Is Having An Empty House In Astrology Bad?

By May 25, 2023June 14th, 2025No Comments
Empty Houses Astrology

What does an empty house in one’s kundli signify? Does this bring problems? Well! The answer is no. Read below to know what effects an empty house in astrology can have on one’s life.

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Empty House in Astrology: Significance 

An empty house in astrology could mean struggle, in some cases, but what about its significance? To look for the working of an open house in astrology, we must look at where its lord planet is placed.

Is it in a malefic or benefic position? Moreover, we must also check the influence of other planets and transits over that empty house. Let’s take a look at each one of them in detail: 

Also Read: 8 Impactful Effects Of Venus In 8th House You Are Unaware

Empty 1st House Astrology

The first house of astrology represents “Lagna” or “Ascendant”. This house reflects your appearance, intelligence, decision-making, and more. 

An empty 1st house would directly affect one’s confidence in pursuing a situation. A person with an empty 1 house astrology will lack focus, aim and progress. Additionally, they won’t be concerned with their appearance or social status.  

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Empty 2nd House Astrology

Vedic Astrology associates the 2nd house with Dhana, or wealth and money. This house governs body parts like the ears, eyes, nose, tongue, etc. Moreover, it also affects one’s profession and career. 

With the 2nd house empty, wealth would be a reason to worry. They won’t be able to have any possessions permanently. Additionally, they won’t be certain of a single profession.  

Empty 3rd House Astrology

The third house of astrology is for memory and mental tendency. Different modes of communication, like media, television, writing, editing, etc., come under this category.  

An empty 3rd house can affect effective communication in one’s life. Moreover, your memory or learning skills could be severely affected. 

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Empty 4th House Astrology 

The fourth house, or “Bandhu Bhava” per astrology, is associated with domestic happiness. Moreover, the body parts that fall under this category are the stomach, breasts, and digestive organs. 

But what if this 4th house is left empty? This could negatively affect your relationships with your mother, making them weak. Moreover, your relationships with family and friends are also affected.

Empty 5th House Astrology

As per astrology, the fifth house is the house of pleasure, creativity, romance and more. Also, it is known as “Putra Bhava”. This house relates to good luck, optimism, learning and fortune. 

Thus, any malefic planetary effect causes problems in these areas associated with our fifth astrological house. The severe effects of 5th house empty in astrology are problems in having children or related to their health. 

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Empty 6th House Astrology

Vedic astrology states that the sixth house is the energy behind our daily life routine, health, and wealth. Additionally, this energy, known as Ari Bhava, is associated with life’s challenges. 

Do you know that having this house empty could mean good? Yes, this could take you away from all the enmity in your lives. Moreover, believe it or not, it could improve your relationships with friends.

Empty 7th House Astrology

The seventh house is directly opposite to the 1st house and is known as “descendant“. Moreover, this house deals with relationships and bonds from a darker perspective.  

But what if 7th house empty in lagna chart? Then, mainly, it would result in a delayed marriage or a divorce. Moreover, other relationships will be negatively affected and won’t yield great results. 

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Empty 8th House Astrology

The 8th house, also known as “Randhra Bhava”, is associated with longevity of life and sudden gains and losses in life. It is the house of mysteries and transformation.  

As per astrology, an empty 8th house isn’t that inauspicious. This means it brings fewer sudden changes or mishaps in our lives. Moreover, it makes the person more open and communicative about their feelings.

Empty 9th House Astrology

The ninth house of astrology is called dharma bhava, associated with good deeds, charity, higher learning, immigration, and more. This house governs truth, principles, and intuitions.  

Surprisingly, if this house is empty in our natal chart, it can significantly impact relationships with your father. Moreover, it could lead to a loss of interest in higher education and other spiritual pursuits. 

Empty 10th House Astrology

Being ruled by the Saturn energy, this house is also known as “Karma Bhava”. This is because it reflects our reputation in society and the workplace.  

What happens if 10th house is empty? First, the native has to struggle to get a good reputation. Additionally, they will face considerable confusion in choosing the right profession. 

Empty 11th House Astrology

The eleventh house of astrology is also known as “Labha bhava,” which translates to gains in wealth, fame, name, and other forms of recognition. It also defines your social circle, your friends and many more.

With the 11th house empty, social relationships could get affected. Like we won’t be able to make good friends, or if we do, that bond won’t last long. 

Empty 12th House Astrology

The last house of astrology represents the ending of one cycle and the beginning of another. It means detachment; it could also mean death, the ultimate detachment. 

Having an empty 12th house isn’t something to stress about. However, this astrological position is auspicious in life; it could serve us with extreme sexual pleasures and more. 

Also Read: Importance Of Planetary Position In Vedic Astrology

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is having emply house in Kundli bad?

Having an empty house in one’s kundli is not always negative. However, to know the exact effects of the empty house in astrology, one must check for the associated house number.

2. What body parts are associated with 6th house of astrology?

6th house is also called “Ari Bhava” and is associated with the waist, lower abdomen, kidney, and navel.

3. What if 7th house is empty?

When this house is empty, it causes trouble in our relationships, such as an estranged married life or an unsuccessful business relationship.

4. Which house is called 'Karma Bhava'?

Being associated with the energies of Saturn, the 10th house of astrology is called Karma Bhava.

5. What effects does an empty 2nd house have?

When this house is empty in one’s natal chart, it causes effects like poverty, hunger and even if you have possessions, they won’t last long, or you won’t be able to use them.

6. Why 4th house is called Bandhu Bhava?

The 4th house is associated with domestic happiness; as a result, it is also given the name of “Bandhu Bhava”.

Also Read: Impact Of Rahu In 5th House

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About Shivani Negi Aswal

A mathematics enthusiast who also loves to write. She also scribbles words into poems or something her heart tells her to write. Lives to watch F.R.I.E.N.D.S and eat a lot of chocolates.