Walker Geography, plate III, c. 1800
šļø Houses of Life
7th & 10th Houses - Partnership & Career
Marriage, partnerships, career, and reputation.
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The 7th and 10th houses are Kendra (angular) houses - they represent active, outward areas of life. These are the houses of action in the world.
7th House - Partnership & Marriage
- Spouse and marriage
- Business partnerships
- Long-term relationships
- Open enemies (known competitors)
- Foreign travel and residence
- Public dealings
10th House - Career & Status
- Career and profession
- Reputation and public image
- Authority and power
- Father's status
- Government relations
- Karma (action) in the world
The Power of Kendra-Trikona Connection: When 7th or 10th lord combines with 5th or 9th lord, Raja Yoga forms - giving potential for recognition and success.
What to Look For
- 7th lord placement: Shows the nature of your partnerships
- 10th lord placement: Indicates career direction and success
- Planets in 7th: Describe spouse characteristics
- Planets in 10th: Show career themes
Transits over these houses bring significant events - new relationships, job changes, or public recognition.
Key takeaway
The 7th and 10th show how you engage with the world - partnerships and profession often define life direction.
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