In astrology, widowhood or separation from a spouse can be indicated by certain placements and aspects in a horoscope, though these are general tendencies and not absolute predictions. Here are some key astrological factors associated with widowhood or marital separation:
1. Afflicted 7th House
- The 7th house governs marriage and partnerships. If it is heavily afflicted by malefic planets (Saturn, Rahu, Ketu, Mars) or harsh aspects (conjunctions, squares, oppositions), it can suggest challenges in marital life, including widowhood or separation.
- Saturn, Mars, or Rahu in the 7th house can bring delays, difficulties, or separation in marriage.
2. Weak or Afflicted 7th House Lord
- If the lord of the 7th house (the planet ruling the sign in the 7th house) is debilitated, afflicted by malefic planets, or placed in a weak or unfavorable house (such as the 6th, 8th, or 12th), it may indicate challenges in the marriage, including widowhood.
3. Influence of the 8th House
- The 8th house represents longevity, death, and transformations. When the 7th house lord or planets related to marriage are placed in or afflicted by the 8th house, it can indicate loss or suffering in marriage.
- A malefic planet in the 8th house or an afflicted 8th house lord can signify widowhood.
4. Malefic Influence on Venus
- Venus is the natural significator of love, relationships, and marriage. If Venus is weak, debilitated, or afflicted by malefics (especially Saturn, Mars, Rahu, or Ketu), it can create problems in marital life.
- In women’s horoscopes, the placement of Jupiter (karaka for husband) is also considered. Afflictions to Jupiter can indicate problems in married life.
5. Afflictions to the 2nd House
- The 2nd house relates to family and continuation of lineage. A weak or afflicted 2nd house or its lord may indicate disruptions in family life, including loss of a spouse.
6. Combination of Malefic Dashas (Periods)
- Certain Mahadashas and Antardashas (planetary periods) of malefic planets such as Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu, if placed negatively in the natal chart, can trigger events that lead to separation or loss of a spouse.
- The Dasha of the 8th house lord or planets placed in the 8th house can also indicate widowhood if combined with other negative factors.
7. Saturn-Mars Affliction
- When Saturn and Mars are in conjunction, aspect, or are placed in sensitive houses like the 7th, 8th, or 12th, they can signify violence, death, or separation in marriage.
8. Navamsa Chart
- The Navamsa (D9) chart, which is specifically used for marriage analysis, must also be examined. Afflictions in the Navamsa chart, especially to the 7th house or its lord, can point to troubles or widowhood.
9. Position of Ketu
- Ketu in the 7th or 8th house, or heavily influencing these areas in the horoscope, can also be an indicator of widowhood or detachment from marital life.
10. Influence of Maraka Planets
- Maraka planets (death-inflicting planets), which are usually the lords of the 2nd and 7th houses, if heavily afflicted or positioned unfavorably, can suggest the death of a spouse or separation, especially during their dasha or transit.
These combinations and afflictions are sensitive and must be carefully analyzed along with other aspects of the chart. An experienced astrologer should always consider multiple factors and never predict widowhood based on just one placement.
