Did you know there are several different astrological house systems? Astrologers love to debate the value of one system over another, but perhaps a more enlightening inquiry centers around why and how each system developed, and what might be the best practical application for each.
Join Kepler College faculty members Rhys Chatham and Mary Gaterud for a look at the history, mechanics, and uses of the three main types of House Systems: Ecliptic, Space, and Time-based.
And if this overview sparks your interest in learning more about selecting the optimum tool for your astrological endeavors, Rhys' Spring Term Kepler College course, E212 Astrological House Division & The Symbolism of the Celestial Circles is currently open for enrollment:
https://store.keplercollege.org/product/astrological-house-division-the-symbolism-of-the-celestial-circles-2/
#astrology #astrologyhouses #placidus
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:56 The Direct Answer
02:17 Why Astrologers Choose a System
07:44 Modern vs. Traditional Systems
13:28 Whole Sign Houses
19:50 Porphyry House System
26:07 Regiomontanus System
33:06 Campanus System
34:48 Time-Based Systems (Placidus & Alcabitius).
38:26 The Sophistication of Placidus
43:04 Psychological Astrology
47:40 The "High Latitude" Problem
54:12 Using Multiple Systems
58:02 Class Information
58:55 Conclusion
Recorded April 2026
Opinion Disclaimer: All views expressed by the host and guest(s) are solely theirs and may not reflect the views of Kepler College. Please keep your comments respectful. Thank you.
Join Kepler College faculty members Rhys Chatham and Mary Gaterud for a look at the history, mechanics, and uses of the three main types of House Systems: Ecliptic, Space, and Time-based.
And if this overview sparks your interest in learning more about selecting the optimum tool for your astrological endeavors, Rhys' Spring Term Kepler College course, E212 Astrological House Division & The Symbolism of the Celestial Circles is currently open for enrollment:
https://store.keplercollege.org/product/astrological-house-division-the-symbolism-of-the-celestial-circles-2/
#astrology #astrologyhouses #placidus
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:56 The Direct Answer
02:17 Why Astrologers Choose a System
07:44 Modern vs. Traditional Systems
13:28 Whole Sign Houses
19:50 Porphyry House System
26:07 Regiomontanus System
33:06 Campanus System
34:48 Time-Based Systems (Placidus & Alcabitius).
38:26 The Sophistication of Placidus
43:04 Psychological Astrology
47:40 The "High Latitude" Problem
54:12 Using Multiple Systems
58:02 Class Information
58:55 Conclusion
Recorded April 2026
Opinion Disclaimer: All views expressed by the host and guest(s) are solely theirs and may not reflect the views of Kepler College. Please keep your comments respectful. Thank you.