| The 7th House .. I Am Myself with You |
| The 6th was the last of the "personal houses". Its function was to bring a more precise and refined definition to one's sense of self. In effect, the individuality (First House) has been given its resources (Second House), an ability to communicate (Third House), a family and psychological foundation (Fourth House), creative talents (Fifth House), and finally a sense of service, an urge for health and well-being, and a good haircut (Sixth House). The individual is now ready to go out into society and roam the pathways of the "social or collective houses" in the southern hemisphere of the horoscope. But first, he or she must find a mate .. a partner, a companion . . to share the adventure. This is the function of the 7th House. If the 1st House (especially the ascendant) speaks primarily about "you", then the 7th House (especially the descendant) reveals the "not you". It is through the sign on the 7th House cusp that determines what quality in others attracts you the most. This is, more often than not, a quality in yourself .. you either do not see, and/or you need to incorporate into your own personality and character to give you a sense of your own wholeness. The 7th House is thus the domicile of relationships, specifically of relationships of a very special kind. The 1st House speaks about the relationship I have with myself, and with myself relative to the world in general. The 5th House tells me about my relationships with lovers, but the 7th is much more a house of partnership. It is traditionally the house of marriage, or life partners. There are two other important facets to the 7th House .. business partnerships and competitors. Venus is the natural ruler of this house, and of its sign Libra. We often have the most serious battles and conflicts with the people who matter most to us. If we process and understand our relationships correctly, we will see that the faults we find in our partners, and the points of controversy in our relationships, are very often reflections of what we need to heal in ourselves. |
Planets in the Seventh House
| Sun Your self-expression is directly linked to your most intimate relationships and to your partnerships with other people. Your achievements tend to come through joint work with others. Unless there are afflictions to the 7th House, you benefit through marriage or committed relationships. Your significant other is apt to be generous and warm-hearted. Moon You are strongly intuitive about people you love, particularly marriage partners and significant others. Your own emotional health depends on the stability and happiness of your most intimate relationships. Marriage often happens early to someone who enjoys travel and who may be publicly prominent in some way. Mercury You either marry early in life or marry someone younger. Communication with your mate or significant other is of prime importance to you; you may meet this person while traveling, in connection with writing or education. You are at ease with people socially. Venus A happy marriage and profitable partnerships are indicated. This terrific placement for Venus confers ease in social situations. You act like a magnet in attracting what you need in terms of partnerships and financial benefits. Mars If well-aspected, this placement for Mars infuses energy into marriage and partnerships and acts as a source of inspiration. If Mars is afflicted here, it leads to strife and disharmony in partnerships, usually because of the impulsive beginnings of the relationship. It can indicate a fierce, sometimes violent temper. Jupiter If well-aspected, this is a fortunate placement for Jupiter. You benefit financially and spiritually from all partnerships and from marriage in particular. Foreign travel or cultures are highlighted; you may meet your significant other in another country. Saturn This position tends to delay marriage until you are established. You may be attracted to someone older who is already established, and there can be burdens and heavy responsibilities with marriage. Learn cooperation in partnerships. Uranus Sudden, unpredictable involvements and changes in partnership and marriage. The significant other can be unusual in some way, eccentric, or a genius. If your personal freedom is restricted at all, you end the marriage or relationship without a second thought. Neptune Marriage and partnerships are your blind spot. Your idealism in this area can lead to a marriage or partnerships that are either spiritual and psychic in nature or which ultimately disappoint and hurt. Pluto You evolve through marriage and partnerships. There's considerable intensity in any close relationship, but in marriage in particular. Your partner may be a source of your regeneration or may deplete your energy. It depends on aspects to the 7th house. North Node This placement is excellent for understanding public sentiment and opinion, which can be helpful in whatever you do. South Node Selfish attitudes lead to disharmony in marriage and partnerships. The lesson here is to learn through cooperation and tolerance of other people's viewpoints. Part of Fortune Partnerships and marriage are fortunate for you. You gain through them and win over any enemies you might have. |