The 3rd house (Sahaja), known as the house of courage, governs courage, self-effort, siblings and communication. Its natural sign is Gemini and natural lord is Mercury, and in the body it relates to the arms, hands, shoulders, ears.
What the 3rd House Governs
- Courage & effort
- Younger siblings
- Communication & skills
- Short journeys
- Hobbies
Classification
The 3rd house is a Upachaya (growing) house. As an Upachaya (growing) house, results here improve steadily over time, and even malefics tend to prosper.
Strong vs Weak 3rd House
When the 3rd house and its lord are strong and well-placed, the native enjoys bravery, initiative, talent and good bonds with siblings. When the house lord is weak, afflicted or badly placed, it can indicate timidity, lack of drive and strained sibling relationships. Benefics here strengthen the house, while malefics can stress it unless the house is an Upachaya.