What is 8th House in Astrology

There are 12 houses in astrology. Each house has its significance. They represent various life events of the person. Astrologers also analyze the houses in the birth chart before suggesting any gemstone.   

The first house represents the self, the seventh house in astrology represents relationship and partnership, and so on. Understanding these houses helps us to know how planets influence our lives.    

This blog highlights the significance of the house 8th in astrology and which gemstone will be beneficial for you

Read our blog: 12 houses in Astrology and Their Lords

Meaning of Eighth House in astrology

It is considered the darkest house as it is linked to death and illness. However, it is also the house of growth in terms of opportunities for research studies. As per Vedic astrology, there is no lord in the 8th house.   

The number in the birth chart becomes its lord. For instance, if number 5 is written in the 8th house, its lord will be Surya or Sun. So the lord of the eighth house varies with the birthchart.   

The power of 8 in astrology is governed by the planet Saturn. Your 8th house in birthchart is ruled by the planet Saturn. It is the karak graha of this house and represents age, health of father and destiny.  Individuals with Saturn in the 8th house can wear blue sapphire only if they belong to Vrishabh, Tula or Makar lagan. This is because these rashis have Shani as their karak graha increasing gemstone planet compatibility.

Eighth House and Different Life Aspects 

In vedic astrology house placements meaning relates to the personality of an individual. As part of any birthchart interpretation guide, the house 8th reveals specific areas of life events like death, intimacy, emotions and hidden fears.

Wealth: This house is not directly linked to wealth. However, the planet’s Drishti or gaze tells you about wealth. For instance, if Shani or Saturn is situated in the eighth house and gazes at the 2nd house, the person faces large expenses. If Budh or Mercury is located in this house and gazes at the second house in astrology, it enhances financial stability. So one can say that the 8th house gives money if a subh graha like Budh is placed in it.   

Marriage: The house 8th is not for marriage. Instead, it is the house of the spouse's family. Venus in 8th house in laws relationship often brings harmony and financial support. It tells you whether you will have a financially stable spouse and family or not. 

If any of these houses (Mangal. Rahu and Surya ) are situated in this house, then the reverse happens. Ketu in the eighth house is a bad planet as it often makes a person devoid of social life and causes issues related to the eyes. 

Health: The eighth house in astrology is linked to the body part, that is, the legs. If this house is afflicted, then there is a chance that the person might suffer a leg injury.   

Career: Research scientist, astrology, finance and insurance, technology and engineering are jobs related to the 8th house

Also read: Best Career or Profession According to Zodiac Signs  

Job and Success: A good eighth house in astrology offers the person a good job in research work. It also makes the person more focused and determined, helping the person move towards the goals. 

Death and Fears: The mystery of the 8th house is that it is associated with death. It tells you about your lifespan, nature of death, the possible circumstances surrounding it, or rebirth that follows. 

How to Make the 8th House Strong in Astrology?  

To make the eight house strong one is suggested to wear a gemstone. If the lord of any house that is situated in Kendra or Trikon and is placed in this house, it gets debilitated, and to give it power, the associated gemstone is worn. Let's see what gemstones you can wear:  

• Panna (Emerald): If Budh or Mercury is situated in this house and is debilitated to give it power, the Panna stone is worn. Wearing an emerald stone ring offers the person luck, destiny, and wealth.
• Read Here: Emerald Stone Benefits (Panna Gemstone)

• Yellow Sapphire:  Jupiter in 8th house can wear Pukhraj stone if the planet is debilitated or weak. Wearing a Pukhraj stone ring helps the person get financial stability and success in competitive exams.
• Read Here: Benefits of wearing Sri Lankan Pukhraj Stone

• Opal: When Shukra is present in a debilitated state in this house, it impacts the marriage prospects of males. The best 8th house gemstone is opal stone. Wearing an opal stone ring removes delays in marriage. Moreover, opal stone is also said to remove conflicts in marriage.
• Read our blog: Does Opal Help in Getting Married?

• Ruby : When Surya is in a debilitated state, it impacts family relationships. Wearing a ruby stone ring on the ring finger of the right-hand helps improve bonding with the father.
• Also Read: Top 10 Astrological Benefits Of Wearing Ruby Gemstone

Which Gemstone is Not For the 8th House?

Neelam stone and Moti are the gemstones that should not be worn for the eighth house. This is because the ruling planet of Neelam stone is Shani, which is the karak graha for this house. Since it is in a powerful state, it is not suggested  to be worn by everyone except Vrishabh, Tula and Makar individuals.    

Moti stone is ruled by the planet Moon, which is said to be inauspicious for this house. Wearing a Moti impacts the health of the person, and thus, one should avoid it.   

To conclude, one should always consider the advice of an astrologer before wearing any gemstones for the house. If you are seeking a natural gemstone to make any house in your birth chart powerful, visit Navratan, the online gem bazaar.