6th House – The House of Service, Health, and Daily Routine

In Vedic astrology, the 6th house is known as Shatru Bhava, or The House of Enemies, Debts, and Diseases.

The 6th house is referred to as the house of illnesses and debt. According to the norm, a malefic planet neutralizes the negative aspects of this house, while a benefic planet here loses power. It is one of the three “dushtsthans” and can result in several problems, including legal cases, unemployment, and bankruptcy.

The obligations in your daily life, such as having a job, eating a balanced diet, and sticking to an exercise schedule, are symbolized by this house. The 6th House also represents unanticipated events, such as illness and unemployment, because these things don’t always go as planned. As the healthiest version of yourself, this house invites you to consider your daily routine and get ready for anything.

According to Western astrology, the 6th house can assist you in determining the right way to continue day-to-day routine jobs that promote your well-being. Conversely, even if you have no planets or aspects in this house (which is a good sign), you may still utilize this house’s zodiac sign to discover patterns or behaviors that might not be beneficial to you and how you might need to avoid them.

Fundamentals of the 6th House in Kundli

• Virgo is the zodiac sign that is associated with the 6th house. People influenced by this sign are bold, articulate, creative, and exhibit exceptional leadership skills. They pay close attention to details and aim for excellence in their daily work.
• Mercury is the ruling celestial body of the 6th house. Routine, problem-solving skills, health consciousness, and critical thinking. The native’s approach to managing everyday responsibilities and overcoming obstacles is sharpened by its effect.

The 6th house is energized by this 6th house-Mercury combination with a systematic, disciplined, and service-oriented disposition. It gives the native the inner motivation to conquer challenges, deal with adversaries diplomatically, and serve others effectively. It also improves their time management, organization, and health.

Planets the 6th house of Kundli: Significance and Effects

• The Sun in the 6th house – When the Sun is in the 6th house, the native is disciplined, realistic, and industrious. They enjoy performing their work with complete attention and care. They are humble and happy with who they are. They enjoy perfection and pay close attention to every minor detail. If things don’t turn out the way they want, they can be harsh critics.
• The Moon in the 6th house – When the Moon is in the 6th house, the native is reticent and aloof. They pay close attention to details and are highly attentive. They work efficiently and complete tasks quickly. They are very kind and enjoy helping other people. If they receive criticism or if things don’t go as planned, they may become uneasy and demotivated.
• Mercury on 6th house – When the Mercury is in the 6th house, the native excels at what they do, can do anything, and can achieve their objectives. They solve problems well and are pragmatic. They don’t let emotions or any other type of feeling influence their opinions. They prefer being alone and have a tendency to be bashful. They take their time, are careful, and pay attention to all that they do.
• Venus in 6th house – Emotionally, Venus tends to make 6th houses cautious. People who have Venus in the 6th house approach others carefully and do not readily open up when it comes to romantic relationships. At first glance, they are usually quiet and reserved, keeping their feelings and opinions to themselves. They would rather be safe than sorry. They are usually kind, and mindful of others’ feelings.
• Mars in 6th house – Mars gives 6th house people more energy, both mentally and physically. However, their level of emotional investment is lower. They typically perform their duties with complete dedication and focus, and they are quite effective in what they do. They give careful consideration to every facet of life. As a result, they excel in their job. Despite their lack of creativity and originality, they constantly succeed because of their diligence and attention to detail.
• Jupiter in the 6th house – Natives with Jupiter in the 6th house are more self-assured, optimistic, and productive. Without hesitation or self-doubt, they voluntarily take on large projects and put in a lot of effort to complete them. To prevent errors, they tend to think practically and approach everything with caution.
• Saturn in the 6th house –Natives with Saturn in the 6th house make them extremely solemn and reserved. They put a lot of effort and care into their job. They don’t get sidetracked easily. They don’t let emotions influence their ideas or opinions because they are very pragmatic. They enjoy working, and are cautious and conservative, and like discipline in their lives.
• Raho in 6th house—Rahu in the 6th house leads to receptivity to new concepts and developments. People with this placement are quite broad-minded in their thinking. They usually enjoy what they do for a living and are drawn to independence.
• Ketu in 6th house – Ketu in the 6th house makes the incredibly helpful and kind. They serve others without hesitation because they like it. They don’t anticipate anything in exchange. They are easily hurt because they are quite sensitive.

How to Identify if a planet in the 6th House Is Weak or Strong

Check the Planet’s Position in the Chart

• A planet is robust if it is in its own sign e.g., Sun in Leo, Mercury in 6th house, Venus in Taurus, or an exalted sign such as Sun in Aries, Jupiter in Cancer, or Mercury in 6th house.
• A planet is weak in its debilitated sign, such as Jupiter in Capricorn, Venus in the 6th house, Sun in Libra, or Mars in Cancer within the 6th house.

Aspects and Conjunctions

• A planet is strong when it receives positive aspects from beneficent planets like Jupiter or Venus.
• A planet may become weaker due to the effects of malefic planets like Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu.

Shadbala (Sixfold Strength)

• Astrologers compute the Shadbala score to ascertain the strength of planets. A planet with a low score is weak and vice versa.

The 6th House’s Relationship to Other Houses

Artha Trikona is the second of the Spiritual Triangles. The Artha Trikona refers to the second, 6th, and tenth houses.

Wealth, resources, service, and career are not all about Artha Trikona. There is more to Artha Trikona than just these houses giving money. What we should do is state in these houses. These houses are the source of our duty’s purpose.

• We require resources to carry out any task, and the 2nd house is in charge of them.
• The 6th house governs the challenges or oppositions we must face during this process.
• The 10^th house is the work, action, or end result.
• The creation of the Artha Trikona, the second of the Spiritual Triangles, can be used to study one of the second house’s most significant partnerships.

Other than the Artha Trikona, the 6th house has a significant impact on other houses of the horoscope.

The 6th House in Different Signs

1. Aries in 6th House: Your everyday routine and work are marked by a strong desire and a pioneering attitude when Aries is in the 6th house. You are health conscious and believe in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. You set an example for others with your assertive approach to self-improvement.
2. Taurus in 6th House: A steady and methodical approach to day-to-day activities and work is indicated by Taurus in the 6th house. You may be looking forward to a healthy start, and you value consistency in your routine and health. Your steady, well-founded, and result-oriented management skills always provide excellent results.
3. Gemini in 6th House: The presence of Gemini in the 6th house indicates an inquisitive and flexible approach to everyday tasks. A person with this placement is good in the fields of education, academics, and research. Other than that, they believe in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and believe in regular exercising and workouts.
4. Cancer in 6th House: Your mood is likely to influence your daily routine and job when Cancer occupies the 6th house. You may have an innate tendency to look after and care for individuals, particularly in the workplace. Your defensive and perceptive approach to health and personal development often stresses emotional welfare.
5. Leo in 6th House: A creative and positive attitude towards daily responsibilities and work is indicated by Leo in the 6th house. You may be a born leader at work and have a strong desire to be recognized for your achievements. Your confident and generous attitude towards health and self-development often inspires others.
6. Virgo in the 6th House: You are likely to be methodical and analytical in the way you work if Virgo is in the 6th House. You might be very interested in fitness and health. Your rigorous and pragmatic approach to self-improvement aims for perfection.
7. Libra in 6th House: A balanced and harmonious approach to everyday duties and work is indicated by Libra in the 6th house. In your workplace, you value teamwork and fairness, and you might be skilled at settling disputes. You take a diplomatic and artistic approach to health and self-improvement, that aims at harmony and beauty.
8. Scorpio in 6th House: Your everyday tasks and routine are probably going to be demanding and life-changing when Scorpio is in the 6th house. You take a profound and inquisitive attitude to health and self-improvement, aiming to restore and revitalize.
9. Sagittarius in 6th House: With Sagittarius in the 6th house, your daily routine and tasks are likely to be expansive and adventurous. You might be highly motivated to learn and develop, especially in a professional setting. Your positive and philosophic approach to health and self-improvement aims to grasp the wider picture.
10. Capricorn in 6th House: A rigorous and organized approach to routine activities and hard work is indicated by Capricorn in the 6th House. In your workplace, you value ambition and accountability, and you might be a good manager.
11. Aquarius in 6th House: When Aquarius is in the 6th house, it makes the person very hardworking and diligent. In a professional setting, you can be very interested in social ethics or conduct. Your approach to self-improvement and wellness is humanitarian and progressive and aims to benefit the group.
12. Pisces in 6th House: When Pisces in the 6th house, it makes the native quite sensitive to the work environment. Helping others may be very important, especially in a professional setting. Your spiritual and compassionate approach to health and self-improvement aims to bring people together and promote healing.

Remedies for a Weak 6th House

• Chanting the Mars mantra – Om Kraam Kreem Kraum Sah Bhaumaaya Namah enhances vigor, power, and the capacity to defeat ailments and enemies.
• Wearing a red coral gemstone on the ring finger helps strengthen the Mars.
• Donations of food items that are green in color such as moong Dal, spinach, etc on a Wednesday can reduce malefic effects on the 6th house.
• Performing Sun Salutation while facing the sun is very beneficial in increasing the effects of Mars which provides strength to face everyday challenges.
• Recitation of the Mahamrityunjaya acts like a shield and provides protection from hidden ailments.

Conclusion

According to Vedic astrology, the 6th house is typically associated with health and well-being. Furthermore, being in excellent health also means being courageous enough to face life’s challenges. Everyone has flaws, makes mistakes, and encounters different kinds of difficulties. The planetary position that predominates in the 6th house determines how we respond to these difficulties. According to 6th house astrology, this house is also about our concerns and how we respond to them.