Ninth House in Horoscope rules one"s teacher or preceptor, higher education and higher knowledge, long journeys, luck, fortune, publicity, grand children, worship, penance, dharma, prayer, spiritual initiation and inclination. This is the house of faith, wisdom and worship. The ninth house rules religious and philosophical beliefs, whether a person is religious, devoted, charitable, orthodox or meditative all is to be ascertained from this house. It is considered to be an auspicious house as it shows one"s fortune in the present life as a result of past actions. In Vedic Astrology, the ninth house is known as the "Bhagyasthan". The ninth house also determines the amount of travel in far-off places or countries and the success achieved there.

Effects of Planets in Ninth House
The planets cause various effects when they are positioned in the Ninth House of the Horoscope. They are mentioned below:

Sun in Ninth House: They enjoy seeing new places and exploring new ideas. They are a person who stands by their word and tends to be idealistic. These people may spend a good deal of time travelling abroad. Positively, they believe in and pursue an education. Negatively, they may become fanatical about their ideas.

Moon in Ninth House: These people have a receptive, imaginative mind capable of delving into philosophical ideas. They are attracted by the unknown; in their work they may delve into history or the past. At some time in their career, they are likely to benefit from in-laws or relatives of the person they marry. Positively, they will have happy experiences on voyages or travel. Negatively, they have a tendency to be vague, dreamy and impractical.

Mercury in Ninth House: The natives of this house are alert and adaptable, quick to establish rapport with new people. They have an exploratory nature, interested in gaining further knowledge. During their middle years, they may travel a great deal, both for health and their work. Positively, they are mentally advanced. Negatively, they are inclined to be meddlesome and to make promises too readily.

Venus in Ninth House: They have warmth and understanding for people from different backgrounds. These people are open to new ideas and experiences. Chances are good that they will receive some kind of honour in life. They may possibly be married abroad or marry a foreigner. Positively, they have high ideals. Negatively, they long for the unattainable.

Mars in Ninth House: These people are independent in thought and open to change and they enjoy travel and adventure. They will fight for their convictions. They seek out experience because they want to live life to the fullest. Positively, they will gain in honour or financially through higher education. Negatively, they can be headstrong and fanatical about ideas.

Jupiter in Ninth House: They have strong principles, are adventurous and optimistic. Travel and education open new doors for them and may lead to monetary gain. They have a flair for languages or an ability to express them well. Positively, they will go to foreign places and/or people contribute to their success. Negatively, they can be arrogant and self-righteous.

Saturn in Ninth House: The natives of this house are thoughtful and contemplative and have a desire to learn. They delve seriously into questions of philosophy, faith or religion. Contacts with foreigners are beneficial in their life, especially with older people. Positively, they have idealistic principles. Negatively, they will have obstacles or limitations to receiving an education.

Rahu in Ninth House: Rahu placed in the ninth house of a horoscope can bless the native under its influence with good results related to marriage, profession, finances, fame, authority, health, children, spiritual growth and many other types of good results. The natives of this house will not possess good relations with people around or would have only few relations in life.

Ketu in Ninth House: Ketu in this house is considered to be exalted. Such a native is obedient and lucky. It increases ones wealth. If Ketu is benefice then one earns wealth through one"s own labour. There will be progress but no transfer. The natives of this house would receive great fortune through this position and would be bestowed with good affluence and success in life.