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How to Check Divorce in the Birth Chart: An Astrological Insight into Relationship Challenges

Author: Astrologer

Category: Astrology

Posted on: Jul 24, 2025

Introduction

Marriage is a sacred union, but in some cases, couples may experience deep discord that leads to separation or divorce. Astrology provides tools to understand the strengths and weaknesses in a person’s marital life by analyzing the birth chart. While it does not dictate destiny, a birth chart can reflect potential challenges, patterns, and karmic influences that may lead to relationship breakdowns. Let’s explore how to identify divorce possibilities through key astrological combinations and planetary placements.

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Understanding the Astrological Houses Involved

In astrology, the 7th house represents marriage, partnerships, and long-term relationships. When analyzing potential issues in marital life, astrologers primarily focus on:

7th house and its lord

Venus (significator of love and relationships)

Mars (significator of passion and aggression)

8th and 12th houses (connected to intimacy and separation)

Affliction from malefic planets like Rahu, Ketu, Saturn, and Mars

Key Combinations That Can Indicate Divorce

Afflicted 7th House or 7th Lord

When the 7th house is heavily afflicted by malefic planets or its lord is weak, combust, or retrograde, it may indicate marital disturbances. For example, the 7th lord placed in the 6th (house of conflicts), 8th (sudden events), or 12th (losses) can suggest instability in marriage.

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Malefic Influence on Venus

Venus signifies love and harmony. If Venus is debilitated, combust, or associated with Saturn, Mars, Rahu, or Ketu without benefic support, it may reflect issues in emotional bonding or infidelity.

Mars and the “Manglik Dosha”

If Mars is placed in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house, it forms Manglik Dosha. This dosha can bring tension, aggression, or conflict in marriage if not balanced by another Manglik partner or strong Venus/Jupiter placements.

Rahu-Ketu Axis in Marriage Houses

The presence of Rahu or Ketu in the 1st/7th house axis can indicate karmic and unpredictable events in relationships, possibly leading to divorce if not supported by other favorable aspects.

Saturn’s Harsh Aspect on the 7th House

Though Saturn brings discipline, its hard aspects can create delays, emotional distance, or commitment issues in relationships, which may lead to separation.

Navamsa (D9) Chart Analysis

The D9 chart is essential for marital matters. If the 7th house/lord in Navamsa is afflicted or shows similar patterns as the main chart, it confirms relationship instability.

Conclusion

Astrology does not determine fate but reflects tendencies and energies. A divorce is not predicted through a single placement—it is the result of multiple combinations, the strength of the planets, and the free will of the individuals involved. Remedies, spiritual practices, and mutual understanding can help overcome negative influences. For a comprehensive analysis, always consult a professional astrologer who can consider the full chart with compassion and insight. Remember, the stars guide us, but our actions and awareness shape our destiny.

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