Descendant in AstrologyWhat the Descendant means in an astrological chart

This chart house in astrology represents Partnerships, relationships, marriage, open enemies. In this article, we explore in-depth what this house means in a birth chart, what zodiac sign rules, and the details of its meaning.

Descendant Meaning

Partnerships, relationships, marriage, open enemies

About the Descendant (Seventh House)

The Descendant (also known as the Seventh House) represents our partnerships, relationships, and marriage. It is the opposite of the Ascendant and represents the qualities that we look for in others in order to feel complete. The Descendant is also associated with our open enemies and represents the people or things that challenge us in our lives.

What the Descendant Represents in a Personal Chart

The sign and placement of the Descendant can give insight into the qualities that we are attracted to in others and the qualities that we need in order to feel complete. It also gives insight into the types of people that we tend to attract in our lives.

What the Descendant Represents in a World Event

In a world event chart, the Descendant represents the types of partnerships and relationships that will be formed during the event, as well as any challenges or opposition that may arise.

What the Descendant Represents in a Synastry/Composite Chart of a Relationship

In a relationship, the Descendant represents the qualities that we need in order to feel complete and fulfilled. It also gives insight into the types of people that we tend to attract and the challenges that we may face in our relationships.

What the Descendant Means About Your Life Purpose and Past Lives

In terms of past lives and life purpose, the Descendant may indicate the type of relationship that you need to work on in this lifetime. It can also represent the qualities that you need to develop in order to find balance in your relationships and achieve your life purpose.

Remember that the Descendant is just one piece of the astrological puzzle and should be considered in conjunction with the rest of your birth chart for a complete understanding of your unique astrological makeup.
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Explore Transits and Placements for the Descendant

Check out what happens when the planets are found within the Descendant. The links below will teach you what happens when a planet transits through the Descendant and also what it means when you find a planet in the Descendant in your natal chart (or any other astrological chart!)

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