7th House in Vedic Astrology
Yuvati / Kalatra Bhava · Marriage, Partnership & Business
What does the 7th house signify?
The 7th house is the house of marriage, spouse, partnerships and business relationships. A kendra (angle), it sits opposite the Ascendant and shows how you relate to others one-to-one. A strong 7th house gives a good marriage, harmonious partnerships and success in business dealings.
✅ Good planets for the 7th house
Venus (karaka of marriage), Jupiter, Mercury and the Moon support a happy marriage and good partnerships when well-placed.
⚠️ Challenging planets
Malefics like Mars (Manglik), Saturn, Rahu, Ketu or Sun in the 7th can delay marriage or bring friction in relationships.
7th house natural sign & planetary dignities
In the natural zodiac (Kalapurusha), the 7th house corresponds to Libra, ruled by Venus. A planet placed in the 7th house of a chart where this sign falls behaves accordingly — strongest when exalted, weakest when debilitated.
How to judge the 7th house
Judge the 7th lord, Venus and any planets in the 7th. Mars here is checked for Manglik dosha in marriage matching.
7th House — FAQ
What does the 7th house represent?
The 7th house governs marriage, the spouse, business partnerships and one-to-one relationships. It is an angular house opposite the Ascendant.
Which planet is good for marriage in the 7th house?
Venus (the significator of marriage), along with Jupiter and Mercury, supports a harmonious marriage when well-placed.
Is Mars in the 7th house bad?
Mars in the 7th is one of the Manglik-dosha positions considered in marriage matching. Its effect depends on the full chart and can be offset.
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