| Sanskrit Name | Kalatra Bhava (Spouse House), Jaya Bhava (Partner House) |
| Natural Sign | Libra (Tula) |
| Natural Ruler | Venus (Shukra) |
| Karaka (Significator) | Venus (spouse for men), Jupiter (spouse for women) |
| Body Parts | Lower back, kidneys, reproductive organs, bladder |
| Direction | West |
| House Classification | Kendra (Angular), Maraka (Death-inflicting) |
Significations (Karakatva)
The Seventh House is a Kendra and Maraka house. As the house opposite the Ascendant, it represents "the other" - spouse, partners, and how we relate to others. Along with the 2nd house, it can indicate timing of death (maraka). The 7th house is the primary house for marriage compatibility and partnership success.
Planets in the Seventh House
Sun in 7th House
Authoritative spouse, ego conflicts in marriage. Late marriage. Partner may be in government. Foreign connections through spouse.
Moon in 7th House
Emotional, caring spouse. Multiple relationships possible. Public dealings success. Spouse is nurturing but moody.
Mars in 7th House
Creates Manglik Dosha. Passionate but conflicting marriage. Athletic or aggressive spouse. Success in business partnerships.
Mercury in 7th House
Intelligent, communicative spouse. Business partnerships flourish. May have younger spouse. Multiple interests in partnerships.
Jupiter in 7th House
Excellent for women. Wise, spiritual spouse. Happy marriage. Expansion through partnerships. May marry a teacher or advisor.
Venus in 7th House
Beautiful, loving spouse. Harmonious marriage. Multiple relationships possible. Success in arts, luxury business.
Saturn in 7th House
Delayed marriage, older spouse. Marriage improves with time. Practical partnerships. May face early marital difficulties.
Rahu in 7th House
Unconventional marriage, foreign spouse. Obsession with partnerships. May have multiple marriages. Foreign business.
Ketu in 7th House
Spiritual spouse, detachment in marriage. Past-life connection with spouse. May lack interest in marriage.
Aspects Affecting the Seventh House
1st House Aspect
Planets in 1st directly aspect 7th. Your personality directly impacts marriage. Self-focused approach to partnerships.
Saturn's Aspect
Saturn aspecting 7th from 5th, 9th, or 4th delays marriage but brings stability. Serious approach to partnerships.
Jupiter's Aspect
Jupiter aspecting 7th from 3rd, 11th, or 1st blesses marriage. Wisdom in partnerships. Protection of spouse.
Mars's 4th Aspect
Mars from 4th house aspecting 7th can create domestic conflicts affecting marriage. Passion and arguments.
Seventh House Lord in Different Houses
7th Lord in 1st
Spouse influences personality. Marriage-focused life. May meet spouse early. Partner is prominent.
7th Lord in 4th
Happy domestic life with spouse. Property through marriage. Spouse is homely, caring.
7th Lord in 7th
Strong marriage potential. Spouse is independent. Partnership business thrives.
7th Lord in 12th
Foreign spouse, expenses through marriage. May live abroad after marriage. Spiritual union.
Remedies for Afflicted Seventh House
For Manglik Dosha: If Mars is in 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house, Manglik Dosha is formed. Remedies include Kumbh Vivah (ceremonial marriage to a pot), marrying another Manglik, or performing Mangal Shanti Puja. The severity depends on many factors.
Health Indications
Body Parts
Lower back, kidneys, bladder, reproductive organs, ovaries, uterus
Potential Issues
Kidney problems, lower back pain, urinary issues, reproductive disorders, venereal diseases
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