In astrology, the Part of Fortune (also called Fortuna or the Wheel of Fortune) is not a planet, but a sensitive point that reveals the mechanism of luck in your life. Unlike Selene (White Moon), which shows where miracles or karmic gifts may unfold without effort, Fortuna tells you how to behave and which sphere of life requires conscious alignment to unlock prosperity and success.
While Selene is the place where “gifts arrive,” Fortuna is the switch you must turn on.
It is surprisingly practical and specific — often showing exact patterns of behavior, choices, or environments that bring tangible results.

✦ How Fortuna Works

Think of it as the formula of embodiment:
When I act like this — in this field — I receive support from life itself.

Each house and sign combination reveals:

• Where you're lucky
• How you must behave to access this luck
• What not to do, as luck often disappears when the point is misused

✦ Examples by House and Behavior

Fortune on the Ascendant (1st House)
Be visible. Act alone. Take bold steps.

This placement means personal initiative is key. External appearance and self-presentation matter greatly. Success comes through independence, risk-taking, and boldness — not from asking others for help. Fortuna follows the brave.

Fortune on the Descendant (7th House)
Partnership is your blessing.

In contrast, this person thrives in cooperation. Luck is activated through strong partners, allies, or even marriage. Attempts to “go it alone” often lead to frustration or failure. Shared journeys yield success.

Fortune at the IC (4th House)
Privacy is power.

Here, fortune lives in the private sphere — home, family, roots. These individuals are not meant for public attention. They may belong to closed circles or spiritual lineages, and their success depends on emotional grounding and inner stability.

Fortune at the MC (10th House)
Your career is your path to fortune.

This is a strong public placement — fortune flows through visible success, career structure, and formal recognition. These individuals are rewarded when they claim their space in society’s hierarchy.

Fortune in the 2nd House
Wealth consciousness is crucial.

A classic placement for people who are materially blessed. These individuals are here to honor the role of money and build security. The sign on the 2nd house reveals where and how to invest energy for abundance.

Fortune in the 8th House (esp. in Scorpio)
Controlled risk brings reward.

This daring placement gives luck through other people’s money, investments, and even the criminal underworld (when misused). The individual thrives in high-stakes environments. Inheritance and legacy themes are often present. Playing it safe? That’s the real failure here.

Fortune in the 9th House
Go far to go deep.

This placement insists on movement — travel, relocation, or deep philosophical exploration. One’s fortune is found in breaking mental or geographic boundaries. Often associated with teachers, immigrants, or spiritual seekers.

✦ Fortuna and Planetary Conjunctions

When a planet conjoins the Part of Fortune, it sharpens and specifies the theme of luck:

• Mercury + Fortuna → Success through speech, writing, contracts, commerce
• Uranus + Fortuna in Sagittarius (7th House) → Unusual marriage abroad that changes life for the better
• Venus + Fortuna → Aesthetic talents, charm, and pleasure attract blessings
• Mars + Fortuna → Luck through boldness, conflict, or physical activity

✦ In Summary

The Part of Fortune is one of the clearest indicators in the natal chart for practical, embodied success. It doesn’t demand perfection — it simply asks that you follow its message. And when you do, life tends to open its doors.
Act in alignment with Fortuna, and fortune will meet you halfway.


✦ Renata Sihi
Director, E-TERRA International Institute
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