Vesta in Libra, Vesta in the 8th House

Vesta in Libra

Vesta in Libra are usually good at making sure everyone gets along and can make very good diplomats. They work best being around other people and making decisions in a group instead of by themselves. Sometimes they are too big on comparison which can get in the way of them following their own tune and making something happen by themselves. They prefer harmony, although sometimes they can be a bit dramatic which prevents this from happening. They sometimes feel pulled in two directions between what they want and being a people pleaser. They can also have a bit of a competitive streak which will cause them to compete with others in their life, which can cause rifts especially if they just want to get along at the end of the day. They need to manage and focus on their own priorities, as that is the key to them being truly happy. They may want admiration which could cause them to neglect their own needs.

8th House

Keywords: The keywords associated with the 8th house include death, transformation, secrets, mystery, macabre, shared finances or resources, legacies, taxes, owed money, uncovered trauma, healing, and psychology.  

Succedent House Type: A Succedent house type is ruled by a fixed sign. Scorpio is the fixed water sign ruling the 8th house. 

The meaning of the 8th house has evolved significantly over time. Traditionally this house was associated with taxes, legacies, and shared resources. It is believed that due to its associations with legacies and inheritance this has contributed to the modern 8th house associations with death. Beyond the literal definition of death, it can also represent transformation, cycles of life, and major life endings/beginnings. 

The perspective of the 8th house is broad and psychologically based in most modern astrological interpretations. It symbolizes how you relate to others on a deeply emotional level. This house is associated with secrets but also shared resources and taxes. 

Trying to relate all of these themes together is what gives the 8th house is intense mystery. When you are working in the 8th house you are often working through some kind of emotional trauma. How you relate to the life, death, and sharing your experiences and resources with another are all 8th house endeavors.