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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.

Marriage & spouseBusiness partnershipsRelationships & the publicTrade & negotiation

✅ 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.

Natural significator (karaka)
Venus
Body parts ruled
Kidneys, lower back, pelvis, reproductive organs
Bhava
Yuvati / Kalatra Bhava

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.

Natural sign
Libra
Sign lord
Venus
🔼 Exalted here
Saturn (20°)
🔽 Debilitated here
Sun (10°)

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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