Pars of Fortune in the Natal Chart

Hardly anyone has never wondered where to look for the source of misfortune, what their life purpose is, or how to improve social status and prosperity. The answers to these pressing questions are contained within the personal horoscope.

In astrology, there is the concept of Lots (Points) or Pars. The Lot (Wheel) of Fortune personifies success and the absence of problems. It is also known as the Part of Fortune. While many astrologers have attempted to define this special point in the horoscope, no published work has yet been able to clearly determine the precise meaning of this most important area of the natal chart.

A person who experiences ups and downs, serious trials, and misfortunes is supported by a ray of hope pointing to a favorable outcome of their destiny. When the current circumstances of life turn against the native, they know that better days lie ahead. In those better days, when one feels more joy within, they may sense that their thoughts, emotions, and activities are bringing them closer to the goal representing the Soul’s true longing.

Beyond fleeting needs, every person has an internal structure of aspirations—a framework of ideals that guides the distinction between right and wrong. When one steps outside this structure, they lose the sense of what is right or wrong; but by remaining within it, it becomes easier to realize that anything leading toward those ideals is right, while anything distracting from them is wrong. Thus, the concept of right and wrong for any person is less a product of the morality of the society in which they live, and more a means by which they recognize those elusive ideals they have defined for themselves as their own special purpose. Achieving these ideals brings joy into their life. None of us are so weary or old that we do not believe in fairy tales, the presence of God, hope for ultimate good, or some distant dream just over the horizon of imagination. It is this elusive sense of hope that gives a person not only an interest in life and a desire to achieve more than they currently have, but also a powerful faith in the optimistic outcome of their future destiny.

Every person instinctively knows that somewhere there is a “pot of gold” waiting at the end of their own rainbow. To reach it, the native is ready to go through life’s storms and emerge as “the captain of their ship.”

In astrological language, this “pot of gold” is known as the Part of Fortune. Through the expression of this point in the chart, a person feels at home and senses their proper niche in life. The Part of Fortune is also the point through which one feels rooted at the very center of their being.

Reaching life goals and ideals may sometimes require an entire lifetime. Those who are fortunate enough to attain this golden vibration early in life will have to undergo a great struggle within a condensed, relatively short period. Therefore, it becomes clear that the Part of Fortune works better for the person in the second half of life than in youth.

The Part of Fortune has no material nature. This point is determined by calculating the coordinates of the Sun, the Moon, and the Ascendant, and is denoted in the cosmogram by the symbol: . If we consider the Ascendant as the character and initiative type of the native, the Sun as a symbol of gold, and the Moon as a symbol of silver, it is not difficult to reveal the symbolism of this combination. “Pars Fortuna” literally means “part of fortune, wealth.” In this sense, the Part of Fortune symbolizes the nature of a person’s wealth within their individual value system.

The Part of Fortune, much like the planet Jupiter, promises abundance. However, it covers a much broader area of a person’s existence than any single planet. The Part of Fortune attunes the native to the environment in which prosperity will feel most natural, and defines for each person what their unique and special concept of success will be. It also reveals the person’s strongest need—the keynote upon which their entire being resonates.

Every individual has an ego and an ego-ideal. The simplest way to define the ego is to say that it is what the person thinks of themselves. At the same time, the ego-ideal consists of thoughts representing all that the person would like to be but has not yet become. Thus, the ego-ideal is always much greater than the real ego in terms of the person’s dreams of fulfillment. As a result, when a person looks at themselves, they simultaneously see both the ego-ideal (all they would like to be) and the ego (the knowledge of what they actually are). Often, they perceive a wide gap between the two. This discrepancy motivates the person to reach for that which currently lies beyond the possible.

The Part of Fortune – The Greatest Reward

The Part of Fortune symbolizes the greatest reward that can be achieved by a person. Thus, it becomes a highly significant and sensitive point in the horoscope, through which the entire natal chart can be interpreted.

One can then understand the ways in which planetary energies may be used to place the person on a path of extraordinary potential. In this case, all obstacles, conflicts, and tense situations manifested in the chart can be seen as tools or stepping stones on the way to that singular goal which brings the greatest joy to the native.

The horoscope thereby acquires a broader perspective. Instead of focusing on a particular problem or conflict, it draws attention to the special point in the chart where the person may find their highest expression of joy. As a result, one can learn how to use all planetary energies by focusing them on the area of the Soul’s greatest aspiration. As a focal point, the Part of Fortune helps the native look beyond what is perceived by the lower (or concrete) mind and to create the right perspective for the unfolding of the higher (or intuitive) mind. This opening enables the highest ideals and goals to manifest, providing an expression of the Soul’s true essence. The spiral moves both inward and outward.

The Part of Impartial Consciousness

The exact degree and sign opposite the Part of Fortune, through which each of us experiences a portion of universal reality, is called the Part of Impartial Consciousness. When the native fulfills their Part of Impartial Consciousness, the support and help received from this area of the chart become abundant. Not only does this begin to remove obstacles that would otherwise stand in the way of experiencing the significant benefits of the Part of Fortune, but it actually provides the correct perspective through which a person may experience greater personal joy. At the same time, it allows one to realize that they are an integral part of the cosmic whole.

Whether a person regards God as some distant, nebulous deity or as the sum total of the perceivable cosmic reality is of little importance here. What truly matters is that the person’s sense of luck and joy is impossible without the feeling of assistance from some higher power. Whether this higher power is infinite, as the person believes, or the source of a well-balanced universe, or simply that which attunes the individual to natural forces beyond their control, there is no doubt that in the recognition and interaction with this force lies the entire potential for experiencing the greatest happiness.

In many ways, life is a double-edged sword. A person almost always judges others by their actions, and themselves by their ideals. The Part of Fortune is the point where the native can find their ideals and fulfill them, uniting with all that creates a unique perspective in their life.

The Part of Impartial Consciousness is the point where the person should strive to be impartial while observing the actions of others. For the native tends to judge the essence of those actions. In fact, one judges themselves in those areas where they cannot understand the ideals of others, but see only a reflection of part of humanity. If approached negatively, this can deprive the person of their sense of joy.

As a result, it is important for every person to understand which parts of life are impersonal and perhaps have nothing to do with the central essence of their path, and which constitute its very core. The Part of Fortune and the Part of Impartial Consciousness help to discern this. To keep life centered, a person must realize that they should deal only with their own karma.

After some effort in this direction, the native begins to achieve certain positive results in shifting the vibration that guides their life. Most negative karma arises from passing judgment on others. Even if such thoughts are kept to oneself, they still control the pace of one’s vibration, aura, individuality, and the main effects experienced in the process of shaping one’s reality. Once a person learns to be impartial and to feel compassionate understanding toward what used to irritate them, they become free from all forces opposing their sense of joy, happiness, and fulfillment.

The Part of Fortune and the Chart’s Horizon

The Part of Fortune acts differently depending on which hemisphere of the natal chart it is found.

When the Part of Fortune falls below the horizon, the gift of fulfillment for the person comes through giving. The native achieves their greatest joy through all that they give to others. The more one can give, the greater satisfaction they may experience.

When the Part of Fortune is in the upper hemisphere, the person is destined to receive something beneficial from others. From a karmic perspective, their soul has likely earned this through previous lifetimes of service. A person who is to receive future rewards is earning them now through the Part of Fortune in the lower hemisphere. It clearly shows whether one is currently sowing or reaping the fruits of karma in this life. The person with the Part of Fortune in the lower hemisphere is now sowing seeds of love to receive it in the future. There is no greater joy than that experienced through giving and sharing. The person with the Part of Fortune in the upper hemisphere is now reaping the fruits of karma, harvesting all that was planted in the past. To accept this with humility and gratitude is to be truly worthy of this gift.

The fastest way to calculate the position of the Part of Fortune is to use the online natal chart calculator. In the cosmogram, it appears as follows:

If the native knows their Part of Fortune, they hold the key to the greatest mysteries of existence—the sources from which money and other blessings may come. But it is not always cloudless. Each individual has their own unique scenario. With unfavorable planetary aspects, negative qualities intensify and obstacles to success arise.

Pars (Wheel) of Fortune in the Zodiac Signs

Pars of Fortune in Aries

The native’s destiny is to be a creator of new social and cultural phenomena. Initiative and decisiveness—these qualities enable the person to overcome any obstacle. All that is required is to clearly define a goal and have a burning desire to achieve it.

Suitable fields: the military, law enforcement, medicine, high-temperature industries, meat product sales. Brilliant results are possible in public service, politics, administration, sports, and scientific research.

With challenging aspects, the path to success is hindered by impatience, irritability, sensuality, and a tendency toward aggression.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Aries (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Taurus

For Fortune to favor the native, they must place spiritual values above material gain. Ambition, honesty, kindness, and charm are essential qualities.

This Pars bestows the potential to become a prominent figure in music, architecture, design, and sports. Other favorable realms include banking, stock exchanges, and agriculture. Among these natives one finds excellent chefs, tailors, and jewelers. Prosperity often comes through gifts from relatives, women, or patrons.

Negative aspects may awaken laziness, stubbornness, bouts of envy, and rigid thinking.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Taurus (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Gemini

Fortune here is based on a blend of intellect and intuition, vivid imagination and innovation, curiosity and sociability. The native must learn to control their emotions. To advance, they should develop strong oratorical skills.

Excellent results can be achieved in fields such as space, nuclear industry, and electronics. The native may succeed as a translator, guide, librarian, sales agent, veterinarian, or publisher.

Afflicted planets will require considerable self-restraint. The person needs to establish good relationships with family and coworkers, overcome extravagance, carelessness, and unreliability, and avoid wasting energy on trivial matters.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Gemini (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Cancer

It is often thought that softness of heart is a hindrance to career, but not for the native with this placement. The Pars of Fortune is benevolent here—even the native’s shyness attracts sympathy from others.

In youth, the native may earn well from travel abroad, but lasting well-being awaits them in their homeland. They reach dazzling heights in free creative professions. Talents unfold in poetry, music, anthropology, geography, foreign languages, and psychoanalysis.

With afflicted planets, the native should beware of external influences, inner contradictions, mood swings, and inactivity.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Cancer (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Leo

The secret of prosperity lies in strong will, ambition, and industriousness.

In politics, diplomacy, lecturing, or teaching, the native can achieve recognition thanks to their artistry and persuasive, emotional speech. Those with this placement may be outstanding doctors, jewelers, or glassblowers. The world of art is open to them—stage, circus, cinema, and theater.

Fortune generously bestows sources of “unearned” income: inheritance, sponsorship, patronage. The native is lucky in gambling and lotteries.

With afflicted aspects, arrogance, domineering, aggressiveness, casual affairs, and an unchecked desire for luxury and extravagance can ruin a career.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Leo (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Virgo

The Wheel of Fortune favors healthy ambition and pragmatism. An analytical mind, conscientiousness, and self-control are essential for professional growth.

Preferred activities include intellectual work, especially in philosophy, religion, philology, occultism, and applied sciences. The native may be a successful merchant, administrator, or accountant, and can excel in technical fields, crafts, and pedagogy.

Afflicted planets intensify skepticism, duplicity, flattery, capriciousness, and a tendency to appropriate others’ achievements.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Virgo (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Libra

To achieve success, the native must maintain inner harmony. It is important to cultivate integrity, fairness, and compassion.

Those with this placement are “lucky” with business partners. Negotiations and legal proceedings usually work out in their favor. Profitable areas include law, entrepreneurship, charity, and diplomacy. Recognition is possible in playwriting, poetry, vocal arts, ballet, film, and stage.

With afflicted aspects, problems arise from apathy, instability, numerous affairs, and an insatiable thirst for attention.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Libra (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Scorpio

The Pars of Fortune grants blessings to those who are energetic, self-confident, and ambitious. Useful qualities include self-control, persistence, thrift, prudence, and consistency.

High income is possible in various healing professions: homeopathy, pharmacology, Tibetan medicine, radiology, psychotherapy. The native may also achieve much in criminology, military service, or education.

Malefic planets “activate” vices: sexual excess, irritability, vindictiveness, and duplicity. Sarcasm, cunning, or deceit can wreck a career.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Scorpio (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Sagittarius

The Pars of Fortune expects independence, integrity, and fairness from the native.

Those with this placement achieve excellent results in diverse fields: sports, government, missionary or church activity, politics, publishing. Business trips and scientific expeditions abroad can bring significant gain. The native may succeed in surgery, veterinary medicine, fisheries, or animal husbandry. Inheritance may also be a source of material well-being.

With difficult aspects, the native’s own sharp tongue and impulsive decisions can be harmful.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Sagittarius (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Capricorn

Successful self-realization is based on thrift, reliability, and professionalism. Results may take time, but with patience and perseverance, all is possible.

The native is capable of attaining high government positions—in international relations, economics, or finance. Business related to stock operations is recommended. Real estate, agriculture, achievements in exact sciences, architecture, or construction can bring solid profits.

With afflicted planets, all can be lost due to professional misconduct, stubbornness, aggressiveness, or greed.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Capricorn (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Aquarius

Original ideas, enthusiasm, independence, social engagement, and optimism are in demand. If these qualities are present, the native may receive support from influential patrons.

The native should keep pace with progress. Success may await in genetic engineering, cybernetics, psychology, or sociology. Invention and public activity yield excellent results.

With unfavorable aspects, all efforts may be nullified by lack of ideals, inappropriate eccentricity, or posturing.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Aquarius (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in Pisces

Achievement is rooted in intuition, creative impulse, rich imagination, and the gift of persuasion. Essential qualities are readiness for self-sacrifice and peacefulness.

The native excels as a chemist, doctor, or homeopath. The world of art—poetry, drama, opera, stage—promises them fame and wealth. Abilities are also shown in occultism, divination, clairvoyance, and hypnosis, where they may find wealthy sponsors.

Failures are caused by lethargy, laziness, lack of initiative, frivolity, overindulgence, and excessive pursuit of pleasure and luxury.

Description of Pars of Fortune in Pisces (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Astrological Houses

An astrological House indicates the spheres of life in which the native can find luck and happiness.

Pars of Fortune in the First House

The primary conditions for success are independence and personal responsibility. Seeking help from others weakens the patronage of Fortune. Life’s blessings depend exclusively on the native’s own talents, knowledge, diligence, and physical attractiveness. The Pars of Fortune will guide self-confident, enthusiastic, and decisive individuals toward the right path to happiness. Relationships with others should be built on a spiritual foundation. Extreme individualism and egotism can be detrimental.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the First House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Second House

This placement brings the most favorable opportunities for achieving material well-being. To realize them, it is important to identify one’s true ideals. If the native strives to acquire values that are alien to them, luck will turn away. Financial success is achieved primarily through the native’s own business qualities, but income may also come through others’ capital, a large inheritance, or a profitable marriage. Speculative ventures are best avoided.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Second House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Third House

The Pars of Fortune favors all activities related to intellectual development—scientific research, university studies, defending theses and dissertations, passing exams. Inventions can bring solid income. Profits may also come from business trips and tours. Beneficial alliances with friends and relatives are fruitful. The Third House offers not just material, but also spiritual joys. The native delights in sharing ideas with others.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Third House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Fourth House

Family values come first. The Pars of Fortune fosters harmony in the parental home and later in the native’s own family. A happy childhood provides a solid foundation for a fruitful and joyful life. Generosity of spirit is rewarded. The individual achieves much by giving much to others. It is essential to feel needed by those around you. The Fourth House also points to a serene old age and a peaceful, painless end to life.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Fourth House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Fifth House

Creation is the source of the greatest joys in life. Whether through creativity, routine office work, domestic chores, or raising children, the native identifies with all that they do. Their reward is that dreams become reality. It is important to remember that time is fleeting and should not be wasted. In the Fifth House, entrepreneurship brings excellent income. The Pars of Fortune also favors risky ways of earning: gambling, wagers, and speculative transactions.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Fifth House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Sixth House

The meaning of life is found above all in work. The successful native does not allow tasks to accumulate. Success awaits those who live in the present, do not waste energy on memories, and know how to manage their strength and time. A well-ordered daily rhythm boosts self-esteem. Work brings not only money, but also moral satisfaction. The Pars of Fortune enhances qualities needed for managing subordinates and supports entrepreneurs, sponsors, and public figures.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Sixth House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Seventh House

The native finds well-being through marriage, profitable deals with friends and partners, and is constantly seeking new business alliances and collaborations. Only this way, in the Seventh House, can they rise up the social ladder. The ability to compromise, peacemaking, and self-sacrifice play a significant role. Marriage should be based not only on benefit, but also on love. In youth, there is a risk of falling under someone else’s influence. Everything will fall into place as soon as the native realizes their true self.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Seventh House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Eighth House

The path to success is associated with risk, new experiences, spiritual death, and rebirth. The native acquires the gift of foreseeing dangerous situations. The Pars of Fortune brings a happy resolution to dramatic circumstances: a successful operation, recovery from a serious illness. Large sums may come through secret services or phenomenal abilities in occultism. Considerable earnings are possible from funeral services. With negative aspects, there is a high risk of ruin. The native may turn to criminal spheres such as arms or drug trafficking.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Eighth House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Ninth House

Here, one can fully experience the sweetness of learning and discovery. The Pars of Fortune points to high profits from scientific expeditions, business trips abroad, and cooperation with foreigners. There is no greater joy for the native than to soar above everyday life, penetrate the mysteries of the universe, and feel harmony with nature. Public recognition can come from church service, philosophical pursuits, or the gift of prophecy. Under negative influences, the native may be unscrupulous in their pursuit of success.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Ninth House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Tenth House

The Wheel of Fortune promises high social status, wealth, rewards, and honors. What is required for this? To meet the demands of the age, to be a leader, to earn the respect of professionals, and to have an impeccable reputation. Patronage from influential people ensures a brilliant career. After attaining a high position, the native may carry out reforms in the entrusted organization. Under unfavorable conditions, their potential may be directed toward undermining traditional social structures.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Tenth House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Eleventh House

Innovative ideas bring luck to the native. Their projects are supported by friends, colleagues, and partners. The native skillfully uses their gift for inspiring and captivating people for personal benefit. They are fortunate with sponsors. High-ranking patrons and spiritual mentors help them find the right path to success. With afflicted aspects, happiness may be shattered by the native’s own complexes. There is a risk of descending into eccentricity, chaos, and anarchy.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Eleventh House (Martin Schulman)

Pars of Fortune in the Twelfth House

Material benefits and public recognition are hidden under a veil of secrecy. The native is suited to the role of a “gray eminence”—guiding the life of a group from behind the scenes. By the end of life, the individual may have accumulated a considerable fortune. Profitable spheres include hospitals, sanatoriums, prisons, and monasteries. The Pars of Fortune promises gain from occult pursuits. Support may come from anonymous benefactors. It is possible that the native’s merits will be recognized only after their death. There is danger in having false ideas about one’s own significance.

Description of Pars of Fortune in the Twelfth House (Martin Schulman)

Allegory

What is happiness?

For millennia, people have pondered the question: “What is happiness?” Thousands of answers have been given. Yet, what is remarkable is that despite all these answers, very few can truly say that they feel happy. An ancient Chinese legend offers a fascinating reflection on the nature of happiness.

Several thousand years ago, China was ruled by a very cruel and selfish emperor. He ordered the construction of a wall stretching about six thousand miles around his domains. To better understand the spirit of that time, it is important to know that countless people died building this wall, and their bodies were buried beneath it. At that time, there lived an old Chinese man who had and loved only two things in the world: his only son and his horse. But fate decreed that one day the horse ran away. Upon hearing of this, the elders of the town came to comfort him, saying, “What misfortune that your horse has run away.” The old man looked at them and replied, “How do you know this is misfortune?”

A few days later, his horse returned, accompanied by six wild horses. Thus, the man’s wealth increased dramatically. Seeing this, the town elders came to him again and said, “What good fortune that you now have seven horses.” The old man thought for a moment, then looked at them and replied, “How do you know this is happiness?”

That evening, the old man’s only son decided to break in one of the wild horses, fell off, and became crippled. The elders again gathered at the old man’s house, shaking their heads, and said, “What misfortune that your son fell from the horse and can no longer walk.” Yet again, he gave them the same answer: “How do you know this is misfortune?” The elders were perplexed and left.

The next day, the emperor’s servants arrived in the town. They had orders to take all young, healthy men to build the six-thousand-mile wall by hand. They took all the young men in the town except the old man’s son. This time, the elders were sure they understood the old man’s wisdom. They came to him again and said, “What happiness that your son was not taken to build the wall.” But the old man looked at them and again replied, “How do you know this is happiness?”

This time, the elders were completely bewildered. They stepped aside and began discussing among themselves. Then they returned to the old man and said, “We have talked among ourselves and agreed that you are the wisest man in all of China. We have decided that it would be great happiness if you agreed to become the head of the town.” The old man raised his hands in despair and said, “How do you know this would be happiness? I do not want the job.” And he walked away.

He could well have been the happiest person in all of China—for he knew the secret of happiness!  ✓