Eighth House in Indian astrology
In Indian astrology just as 7th house is house of death, the 8th is the house of life and longevity. Saturn along with 8th lord are ayush karakas or life givers in a horoscope and the longevity depends on the strength of 8th house its lord and the Kaaraka Saturn.
In Vedic astrology amongst other things ruled by the 8th Bhava is sexual relation between the couple, sexual diseases, and problems in sexual organs obstructing progeny.
8th Bhava also tells about the hidden enemy, court cases and inheritance matters.
Relation of planets with 8th Bhava house in a horoscope:
Sun- medium life, eye diseases, and altercations.
Moon- Affected by phlegm, trouble in left eye, danger of drowning and loss of wealth
Mars-Short life, will kill wife, troubles from enemies
Mercury- Is always good in the 8th house. Learning of Scriptures and Long life.
Jupiter- long life but sadness on account of sons.
Venus – long life, inheritance, scriptural knowledge.
Saturn- Long life but sad life due to inadequate earnings
Raahu- Danger by poison
Kaytu- Health of Spouse will be affected
The analysis of the 8th House in a horoscope needs a competent astrologer, owing to the vital impact of this section of the Indian horoscope on the life of a person.
