Imum Coeli in Astrology
Home, family roots, private life, emotional foundations, and inner security.
Imum Coeli Meaning in the Birth Chart
The Imum Coeli, also called the IC, means “Bottom of the Sky” and marks the zodiac degree lowest in the sky at birth. It represents home, family, roots, emotional foundations, private life, and the inner sense of safety and belonging.
Often connected with childhood, ancestry, family patterns, and the private self, the IC shows what helps someone feel grounded from within. Its sign, ruler, and nearby planets can reveal emotional needs, comfort patterns, family dynamics, and the foundation beneath the public life shown by the Midheaven.