Overview
1. What the Friends House Represents
The Friends House, sometimes called the Servants or Assistance House, focuses on your connections with people who stand beside you in life. These include your friends, peers, colleagues, employees, and even business partners. It shows whether the people around you are truly supportive or if they might bring challenges.
2. Quality of Friendships and Bonds
This house reveals the depth and nature of your friendships. Are your bonds genuine and long-lasting, or are they shallow and fragile? It also shows how much loyalty and trust exist between you and the people you interact with. In other words, it answers whether your friends are truly by your side when you need them most.
3. Support or Obstacles from Others
Not all friendships are beneficial, and the Friends House helps identify whether the people you surround yourself with bring you help or harm. It points out if your network gives you strength and encouragement—or if it drains your energy and resources.
4. Difference Between Friends and Acquaintances
While the Friends House deals with close bonds, casual or surface-level contacts are usually shown by the Travel or Movement House instead. This distinction makes it clear who really matters in your circle and who only plays a passing role in your life.
5. Teamwork, Leadership, and Independence
Beyond friendships, this house also hints at your ability to work with others. It reflects your teamwork skills, leadership style, and whether you are better off collaborating or working independently. For example, some charts show natural leaders who thrive with a strong team, while others suggest that going solo may bring better results.
Connections
1. The Friends House and The Siblings House (Opposite House)
The Friends House and the Siblings House sit opposite each other, which means they balance and reflect one another. The Friends House shows how you treat friends and peers outside your home, while the Siblings House reveals your family’s perspective on those relationships. Together, they highlight whether your friends are welcomed and respected by your family, or if there may be tension between the two circles. This pairing also shows how much your upbringing and family environment influence the kind of friends you choose.
2. The Friends House and The Children House
When linked with the Children House, the Friends House often speaks about partnerships, teamwork, and cooperative ventures. In modern terms, this can represent business partnerships or collaborations with younger people, protégés, or even your own children. It shows whether working together will be smooth and rewarding or if differences in style and values may create conflict. This connection often reflects the balance between authority and cooperation in partnerships.
3. The Friends House and The Parents House
The connection between the Friends House and the Parents House has much to do with money and resources. Specifically, it reflects how you or your partner view shared finances, wealth management, and the responsibilities tied to it. This pairing can reveal whether there is support and trust in financial matters or if there may be doubts, disagreements, or struggles over money within close relationships. It also shows whether friends or partners play a role in shaping your financial security.
Tips for Reading the Friends House
1. Importance in Luck or Period Charts
The Friends House is sometimes considered a “minor” house, but it becomes very important when you look at luck cycles or period charts. During certain times in life, your relationships with friends, colleagues, or social groups can strongly influence your opportunities and challenges. Ignoring this house can lead to missing key details about your success or setbacks.
2. Success or Failure Linked to Friendships
Your progress in life often depends on the people around you. Friends, colleagues, mentors, or allies can open doors, share resources, or provide emotional support. On the other hand, unhealthy or competitive friendships can drain your energy or block your progress. This house shows whether your network helps you move forward or holds you back.
3. Warnings from Challenging Indicators
If this house contains unfavorable stars or difficult combinations, it may warn of betrayal, hidden rivalries, or situations where your efforts mainly benefit others instead of yourself. You might work hard but see your friends or partners profit more than you do. This doesn’t always mean disaster—awareness can help you protect your interests.
4. Too Many Favorable Stars
Surprisingly, having too many lucky or auspicious stars here can sometimes mean your friends will succeed faster than you. You may build networks or teams where others shine while you remain in the background. This can still be positive if you value shared success but may frustrate those seeking individual recognition.
5. Influence of Parental Attitudes
The Friends House can subtly reflect how your parents shaped your views about friendships, society, and money. If your parents were generous or socially active, you may naturally value teamwork and sharing. If they were cautious or distrustful, you might approach friendships more carefully or with skepticism.
6. Strong vs. Weak House Energy
A strong and well-aspected Friends House suggests you can form many deep and lasting friendships. These relationships tend to be mutually supportive and can bring good opportunities. A weak Friends House, however, may indicate fewer or shallower ties, social isolation, or difficulties building trust with others.
7. Connections to Other Houses
For accurate readings, always check how this house connects with others—such as the Career House for workplace alliances or the Wealth House for financial partnerships. Look at the star combinations to understand whether your friendships are cooperative, competitive, or opportunistic.
8. Partnerships and Timing
If Tian Xiang is present in this house, forming partnerships or joining teams is often safer and more beneficial in middle age, when stability and maturity support long-term success. Younger years may bring fluctuating relationships until you find your trusted circle.
9. Practical Uses in Modern Life
In today’s context, the Friends House helps you evaluate teamwork potential, customer relations, and networking success—whether in academic settings, business collaborations, or community projects. A strong Friends House can hint at thriving networks and reliable allies; while warning signs here can help you navigate social or professional challenges wisely.
Stars in the Friends House
(Note that these interpretations are general in nature.)
A. THE 14 MAJOR STARS IN HEALTH HOUSE
1. Zi Wei (The Emperor Star)
With Zi Wei, you are naturally surrounded by many friends. Most of them are of higher status, influential, or act as strong supporters in your life. People admire your leadership qualities, so you often gain the respect and loyalty of those around you.
2. Wu Qu (The Military Star)
Wu Qu makes you attract capable, disciplined, and skilled friends. These people are often reliable, practical, and good at handling responsibilities. You benefit from having strong and capable allies in your circle.
3. Ju Men (The Messenger Star)
Ju Men brings generally good relationships with friends. You are talented in building connections and networking, but arguments, gossip, or misunderstandings can occur. While you’re good at making links, there may be some disputes along the way.
4. Po Jun (The Disruptor Star)
Po Jun surrounds you with friends who are powerful or have real influence. You are passionate and direct in friendships, but you may ignore or cut off people you dislike. Be careful of struggles for power or conflicts within your friend circle.
5. Tan Lang (The Ambitious Star)
Tan Lang makes it harder to find truly sincere friends. Many of your friendships may be based on shared pleasures, fun, or indulgence rather than loyalty. You tend to attract “party friends” who are fun but not always reliable.
6. Lian Zhen (The Integrity Star)
Lian Zhen often gives you more friends of the opposite sex than the same sex. You are quick-witted and socially skilled, which helps you build attractive and engaging connections. Friendships with the opposite sex may play a big role in your life.
7. Tai Yang (The Sun Star)
Tai Yang makes you active and outgoing when it comes to friendships. You are enthusiastic in forming connections, and your friends are often energetic, lively, and positive people. This star brings vitality and cheerfulness to your social circle.
8. Tai Yin (The Moon Star)
Tai Yin surrounds you with many friends, but you often get along better with the opposite sex. Friends may also be older or more mature, offering guidance and care. You are likely to attract nurturing and gentle companions.
9. Tian Ji (The Thinker Star)
Tian Ji brings intelligent and talented friends into your life. These companions are clever, resourceful, and friendly, often helping you through creative ideas or strategic advice. You benefit from having skilled problem-solvers in your circle.
10. Tian Fu (The Treasury Star)
Tian Fu makes you well-connected, giving you friends who come from good families or strong backgrounds. They are supportive and dependable, often willing to help you in difficult times. Your circle tends to include trustworthy and generous people.
11. Tian Tong (The Relaxed Star)
Tian Tong ensures your friendships are harmonious and warm. Friends respect and admire you, staying loyal and supportive. This star brings sincerity and loyalty into your social circle, creating long-lasting and stable bonds.
12. Tian Liang (The Blessing Star)
Tian Liang surrounds you with admirers and supporters who are willing to help and even sacrifice for you. These friends are often mature, chivalrous, and respectful, giving you stability and a sense of protection in social relationships.
13. Tian Xiang (The Minister Star)
Tian Xiang brings opportunities for partnership and collaboration, especially during middle age. Friends’ support can help you establish a career or business. Working with others at this stage of life reduces risks and brings better results than going alone.
14. Qi Sha (The Power Star)
Qi Sha warns that friends may not always bring benefits—in fact, they can sometimes cause trouble or danger. You tend to have bold, extreme feelings toward people, either loving or disliking strongly. It’s safer to keep a smaller, more trusted circle.
B. THE 4 SUPPORT STARS IN THE FRIENDS HOUSE
1. Wen Chang (The Intellect Star)
You enjoy making friends through shared intellectual or cultural interests, and your friends have refined qualities. If you are a supervisor or boss, you will gain competent subordinates who strongly support your career progress.
➤Wen Chang Hua Ke: Enjoys friendships formed through shared knowledge or culture.
➤Wen Chang Hua Ji: May have conflicts of interest with friends—be careful with contracts and written agreements.
2. Wen Qu (The Intelligence Star)
Your friends serve as your think tank. Listening to their advice can be highly beneficial.
➤Wen Qu Hua Ke: Enjoys friendships formed through literature or culture.
➤Wen Qu Hua Ji: Emotional issues may cause disagreements or distance with friends.
3. Zuo Fu (The Left Deputy Star)
You can earn money thanks to your friends’ help.
➤Zuo Fu Hua Ke: Indicates friends with whom you exchange money or financial support.
4. You Bi (The Right Deputy Star)
You can accomplish things through friends’ assistance, though these achievements are not directly related to money.
➤You Bi Hua Ke: Indicates friends involving monetary transactions.
C. THE 4 TRANSFORMATIONS IN THE FRIENDS HOUSE
1. Hua Lu (Abundance)
When Hua Lu appears in the Friends House, it shows someone who is naturally social and well-liked. They enjoy gatherings, attract many companions, and easily create goodwill around them. Their friendships are often built on trust and loyalty, allowing them to form strong, supportive networks that bring popularity and influence.
2. Hua Quan (Power)
When Hua Quan in the Friends House, the person has no shortage of acquaintances and enjoys a wide social reach. However, the connections may lack depth, making it harder to form truly close or lasting friendships. Competition, comparison, or struggles for influence can sometimes arise within the circle, leading to friction even though the network itself is large.
3. Hua Ke (Fame)
Hua Ke in the Friends House brings the blessing of reliable and noble friends. Instead of superficial relationships, these friendships tend to be sincere and beneficial, often offering guidance, support, and reputation. This person is likely to be surrounded by trustworthy companions who bring real advantages to both personal life and career.
4. Hua Ji (Disturbance)
When Hua Ji in the Friends House, it signals challenges in friendships. The person may experience losses, disappointments, or even betrayal through their social connections. Friendships can sometimes bring more harm than benefit, so it becomes important to choose companions carefully and avoid relying too heavily on others.
D. THE MINOR STARS IN THE FRIENDS HOUSE
🔵FAVORABLE STARS
1. Lu Cun (The Prosperity Star)
Your friends provide great help for your career, offering both financial support and practical assistance.
2. Tian Ma (The Movement Star)
Your friends come from many different places and social levels. You have many acquaintances, but most are casual connections rather than close friends.
3. Tian Kui (The Male Benefactor Star)
Your friends are excellent. No matter what setbacks you face, benefactors will appear to turn bad situations into good ones. They are a source of strength for you both materially and spiritually.
4. Tian Yue (The Female Benefactor Star)
You have many close friends of the opposite sex who can provide genuine support, both emotionally and materially.
🔴UNFAVORABLE STARS
1. Huo Xing (The Fiery Star)
You may find it difficult to get along with others, and your interpersonal relationships tend to be poor.
2. Ling Xing (The Siren Star)
Your relationships with others are strained, and you may lack popularity or rapport.
3. Qing Yang (The Knife Star)
Some bad friends may obstruct you. These people might seem harmless most of the time, but when you face difficulties, they could interfere with the benefactors who want to help you. Figuring out who are harmful friends and who are genuine supporters can be a real headache.
4. Tuo Luo (The Delay Star)
Few friends will truly help you.
5. Di Kong (The Misfortune Star)
Some friends may hinder you, creating many obstacles on your life journey.
6. Di Jie (The Calamity Star)
In difficult times, certain friends may block benefactors from assisting you or further drain your resources and strength.
Friends House by Zodiac Branch
1. Friends House in Rat Sign
Friends are clever, lively, and resourceful. They enjoy variety and may come and go quickly. They are fun to be around but sometimes unpredictable or hard to rely on long-term.
2. Friends House in Ox Sign
Friends tend to be dependable, patient, and hardworking. They prefer stable, long-lasting bonds. They may be cautious at first, but once they trust you, they stand by you firmly.
3. Friends House in Tiger Sign
Friends are bold, enthusiastic, and energetic. They often take the lead and inspire others. However, they can also be impulsive, competitive, or dominant in friendships.
4. Friends House in Rabbit Sign
Friends are gentle, friendly, and supportive. They value harmony and avoid open conflict. They often act kindly but may also be indecisive or too yielding at times.
5. Friends House in Dragon Sign
Friends are ambitious, confident, and influential. They often bring opportunities or open doors. On the downside, they may be prideful, hard to please, or prone to rivalry.
6. Friends House in Snake Sign
Friends are thoughtful, clever, and strategic. They can give good advice and help you navigate problems. At times, they may be calculating or secretive, so trust must be built carefully.
7. Friends House in Horse Sign
Friends are sociable, active, and full of energy. They like gatherings and outdoor activities. They are loyal when happy but may distance themselves quickly if conflicts arise.
8. Friends House in Goat Sign
Friends are gentle, caring, and cooperative. They are often good listeners and supportive companions. Sometimes, however, they may be overly emotional or easily influenced by others.
9. Friends House in Monkey Sign
Friends are witty, versatile, and resourceful. They bring liveliness and new ideas into your circle. But they can also be restless, opportunistic, or inconsistent in their loyalty.
10. Friends House in Rooster Sign
Friends are straightforward, outspoken, and principled. They value order and clarity in relationships. While loyal, they can also be critical or overly blunt at times.
11. Friends House in Dog Sign
Friends are honest, loyal, and protective. They often act as reliable supporters and will defend you in tough times. However, they may also worry too much or be overly cautious.
12. Friends House in Pig Sign
Friends are kind-hearted, generous, and tolerant. They value companionship and are usually forgiving. Still, they can sometimes be overly trusting or naive, which may create problems.
Key Points
1. Core Meaning
Represents your relationships with friends, colleagues, peers, employees, and business partners—showing both support and hidden challenges.
2. Depth of Bonds
Reveals whether friendships are genuine, loyal, and lasting or shallow and short-lived.
3. Support vs. Obstacles
Distinguishes between helpful allies and people who may drain or hinder your progress.
4. Friends vs. Acquaintances
Focuses on meaningful connections, while the Travel House reflects casual or surface-level contacts.
5. Teamwork Style
Indicates your behavior in groups—whether you’re a natural leader, team player, or independent worker.
6. Influence in Luck Cycles
Becomes significant during fortune periods when social ties shape opportunities and life direction.
7. Impact on Success
Supportive friends can uplift you; negative or jealous ones may block your growth.
8. Challenges and Caution
Difficult stars warn of betrayal, rivalry, or being exploited by others—advising caution and self-protection.
9. Too Much Luck
Many favorable stars may make your friends more successful than you, bringing collective but not personal recognition.
10. Parental Roots
Reflects how your parents’ attitudes toward friendship and sharing influenced your social approach.
11. House Strength
A strong house brings stable, beneficial friendships; a weak one suggests fragile or mistrustful ties.
12. Inter-House Links
Must be read with related houses (Career, Wealth, etc.) for insight into work and financial partnerships.
13. Timing and Maturity
Certain stars show stronger, more reliable friendships forming in midlife after earlier instability.
14. Modern Relevance
Applies to today’s teamwork, networking, and community ties—highlighting your ability to build and sustain supportive circles.
Remember: These are general interpretations; their true meaning for you depends on the unique details of your individual birth chart and specific star placements and configurations.
All the stars discussed in this article are analyzed using the San He method to provide deeper insights. The Si Hua method doesn’t emphasize the detailed traits of individual stars or most of the minor stars; instead, it concentrates on the four transformers (Si Hua) to interpret outcomes.
Note: Since this star has been translated into many different English names both online and offline, preserving its original name in this article is essential to convey its true meaning.