Succedent, as a term in astrology, refers to one of the four main angular houses in a natal chart, specifically the second, fifth, eighth, and eleventh houses. These houses are known as "succedents" because they succeed or come after the angular or "cardinal" houses (first, fourth, seventh, and tenth houses), but are before the cadent houses (the third, sixth, ninth, and twelfth houses).
In astrology, the succedent houses are considered to be intermediate in nature, sharing qualities of both the angular and cadent houses. They are associated with stability, accumulation, personal resources, and the development of one's individuality. The succedent houses deal with areas such as money, possessions, creativity, sexuality, transformation, deep emotional bonds, friendships, and social encounters.
As an individual progresses through life, succedent houses represent the stages of personal growth and the building and solidifying of various aspects of one's life. These houses reflect the areas where an individual can experience growth, development, and stability. They provide the foundation for one's values, self-expression, and connections with others.
In a natal chart, the planets that are located in succedent houses are believed to influence an individual's temperament, talents, and abilities in different areas of life. The succedent houses play a vital role in understanding a person's relationships, financial situation, creative potential, and overall life experiences.
