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Marriage indicators in the Composite Chart

The composite chart is an extremely insightful tool in astrology compatibility analysis. However, it can be difficult to determine the marriage potential of a relationship when you do not know what to look for!

I’ve studied many composite charts of married couples and have noticed some patterns I’d like to share with you.

Keep in mind: One aspect or placement will not determine whether or not you will marry someone; the full Composite chart must be analyzed. 

 

 

Stelliums

Having 3 or more planets conjunct in your composite chart is very powerful. The most powerful are conjunctions involving the composite Sun, Moon, Venus, Mercury and Mars.

The stellium is even more powerful when it is aspected by outer planets. I favor easy aspects from Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto to the composite stellium, but I see hard aspects just as often in the composite charts of married couples.

With hard aspects, the couple will face more challenges in their relationship, but the relationship can still be long lasting and committed.

Do you need a stellium in a composite chart for marriage? No; I’d say stelliums are ideal, but I’ve seen plenty of composite charts of married couples with more ‘spaced out’ planets (though, they usually have at least a couple of conjunctions). Other placements and aspects can certainly indicate marriage, as described below.

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Ruler of the 7th house

The ruler of the seventh house is a very important planet to analyze in the composite chart. The seventh house represents formalized commitment, and gives clues in regards to the longevity of a relationship.

To determine your Composite 7th house ruler, check out the chart below:

  • If your Composite 1st house is in Aries, the 7th house ruler is Venus
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Taurus, the 7th house ruler is Pluto
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Gemini, the 7th house ruler is Jupiter
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Cancer, the 7th house ruler is Saturn
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Leo, the 7th house ruler is Uranus
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Virgo, the 7th house ruler is Neptune 
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Libra, the 7th house ruler is Mars
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Scorpio, the 7th house ruler is Venus
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Sagittarius, the 7th house ruler is Mercury
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Capricorn, the 7th house ruler is the Moon
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Aquarius, the 7th house ruler is the Sun
  • If your Composite 1st house is in Pisces, the 7th house ruler is Mercury

A well-aspected seventh house ruler can indicate a relationship in which both partners are very committed to the relationship.

Here are some aspects I’ve commonly seen in the charts of married couples:

  • Ruler of composite 7th house conjunct, sextile or trine the ruler of the composite 1st house
  • Ruler of composite 7th house conjunct, sextile or trine composite Juno
  • Ruler of composite 7th house conjunct, sextile or trine composite planets (especially Sun, Moon, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn)
  • Ruler of composite 7th house conjunct the composite Angles (AC, DC, MC, IC)
  • Ruler of composite 7th house conjunct composite Vertex
  • Ruler of the composite 7th house conjunct composite North or south node
  • Ruler of the composite 7th house in Libra

Do you need a well-aspected 7th house ruler for marriage? In my opinion, YES! The 7th house ruler represents your love and commitment towards each other. The Composite 7th house ruler in square aspect to Saturn, for example, can indicate difficulty formalizing your commitment. A square from Composite Uranus to the Composite 7th house ruler can indicate an on-off, unpredictable relationship. A trine from Composite Saturn, on the other hand, can indicate longevity in the relationship, as well as formalized commitment (if the rest of the chart agrees).

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5th and 7th house planets

The 5th house represents love, romance, dating, and creativity, so Composite planets in this house (especially Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars and Jupiter) indicates a fun and dynamic relationship. There may be a strong desire to have children together, as well. Be sure to analyze the ruler of the Composite 5th house to determine whether babies are in the cards for you and your partner!

The 7th house represents commitment and partnership, so Composite planets in this house (especially Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn) can indicate a powerful connection. In this relationship, the couple feels like a ‘team’, and enjoy being around each other.

5th house and 7th house placements alone do not guarantee marriage, but they are nice additions and can increase the attraction and feeling of unity between the couple. 

Libra Planets

Some of the longest lasting relationships I’ve seen have Composite inner planets in the sign of Libra. 

Libra is the sign of love and partnership, as well as fairness, cooperation and harmony. When a couple has their composite Inner plants in Libra, they are natural partners for each other and find it easy to commit to one another. Being together just feels ‘right’.

I personally know 3 couples with challenging Composite charts, but they come across as the perfect couples and have stayed together for many years. What they all have in common is Composite stelliums in Libra (and their 7th house rulers were well aspected).

Placements to look out for:

  • Composite Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars and/or North Node in Libra
  • Composite Ascendant in Libra
  • Ruler of Composite 1st house in Libra
  • Ruler of Composite 7th house in Libra
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Vertex

The Vertex is often referred to as the ‘point of Fate,’ so it is usually powerfully placed in the charts of married couples. It points to couples who are ‘meant to be’. 

Common composite Vertex aspects in the charts of married couples:

  • Composite Vertex conjunct Descendant
  • Composite Vertex in the seventh house (especially if conjunct or opposite a Composite planet)
  • Composite Vertex conjunct the ruler of the Composite house 1, 4, 5, or 7
  • Composite Vertex conjunct or opposite North Node
  • Composite Vertex conjunct Composite Juno, especially if in the 7th house

Composite to natal chart comparison

Comparing each persons natal chart to the Composite chart is a valuable tool in relationship analysis. It is important that both partners have strong inter-aspects with the Composite Chart to ensure mutual commitment. 

Here are a few examples of Composite-to-natal aspects you should look out for:

  • Composite Chart planets conjunct natal angles 
  • Composite Chart angles conjunct natal planets
  • Composite Chart North Node conjunct or opposite natal planets and angles (and vice versa)
  • Composite Chart Vertex conjunct or opposite natal planets and angles (and vice versa)
  • Conjunctions and oppositions between natal planets and Composite planets
  • House overlays to 1st, 4th, 5th, 7th, and 8th houses (Composite planets in Natal houses, and Natal planets in Composite houses)

 

This is not an exhaustive list, and I will continue to add to it as I discover more important aspects and placements. 

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Composite Venus in the Signs

The Synastry and Composite are the most important charts in relationship astrology.

In the Composite Chart, the Venus represents how the couple expresses love and what it values.  Venus also rules beauty, harmony, fairness, and material possessions.

To properly assess Venus, we look at the sign, house, and aspects the Venus receives from other Composite planets. In this article, we will go over how the Composite Venus behaves in different signs.

Composite Venus in Aries

The placement of the Venus in Aries in a Composite Chart indicates the couple expresses their love in a direct and passionate way. They are open and honest with their affections, and love to tease and flirt with each other.  If they have a relationship issue, they will confront it head-on. They are demanding of each other’s time and attention, but also respect each other’s independence. Together, they might spend money more impulsively than they would on their own.

Composite Venus in Taurus

The Composite Venus in Taurus indicates a couple who values security, commitment, and financial stability. The feelings of love and affection are very stable in this couple. They like to compliment each other and enjoy the finer things in life together.  They both value financial security, so they will focus on building up their savings account. Possessiveness is likely in this relationship, as the 2nd house Venus can indicate a sense of ownership over the other. The love buying each other beautiful gifts.

Composite Venus in Gemini 

This placement indicates a couple who express love through communication. These two love talking to each other, and do so regularly. Expressing their love and affection for each other feels easy and natural. This is a social couple who love going out with friends. They bond over their love of technology and new gadgets. They give each other a lot of space, but might take their time to fully commit.  This couple likes being on the go, and may enjoy many short journeys and road trips. They pique each other’s curiosity and love trying new things together. There will be good relations with each person’s siblings and neighbours.

Composite Venus in Cancer

This placement indicates the couple expresses their love through nurturing and supporting each other.  They are protective and possessive of one another, as well as the relationship. They enjoy cooking for each other, and want to build a beautiful home and family together. There may be a mutual interest in interior design or genealogy. This couple is very sentimental, and enjoy sharing their favourite memories with each other. They enjoy spending time at home together, and become more and more reclusive as the relationship progresses.

Composite Venus in Leo

This couple likely noticed each other immediately. Others see them as the “it” couple: glamourous, charismatic, and very romantic. They express their love for each other in a dramatic and fun way, sometimes even publicly. These two love being at the center of attention, and will attract more attention as a couple than they would on their own. They give each other a ton of attention and adoration, which is great for both partner’s ego.

Composite Venus in Virgo

This couple expresses their love for each other by being of service to each other. Virgo represents service, health and productivity, so one or both partners will have a positive impact on the other’s health and routines. There may be a shared love of exercise and healthy eating. They love doing chores and working together, and may have even met at work. There may also be a shared love of pets and animals in this relationship.

Composite Venus in Libra

This is a wonderful placement for Venus, as it feels very ‘at home’ in Libra. This couple expresses their love by always being considerate of their partner’s needs and wishes. Equality and fairness is a big theme in this relationship, so if something is off-balance, it should be dealt with immediately. This relationship teaches the couple the importance of give and take, as well as the value of compromising and cooperation. These two naturally want to partner with each other, as both feel they’ve met their ideal match

Composite Venus in Scorpio

The Composite Venus in Scorpio indicates a relationship full of deep, intense love and plenty of affection. This couple is very physically affectionate and sexually active – it is as though they cannot keep their hands off each other. The love they feel for each other is consuming, obsessive, and all-encompassing.  They are very possessive over the other, which may lead to jealousy and insecurity. Loyalty and commitment are extremely important to this couple, for Scorpio usually brings an ‘all-or-nothing’ energy.

Composite Venus in Sagittarius

This couple loves to go on adventures together. They bond over a shared interest of travel, philosophy and higher learning. Together, they enjoy exploring different places and cultures. The couple might share religious or philosophical worldviews,. They express their love to each other in a honest, direct, or blunt, way. They feel much more adventurous and generous when they are together.

Composite Venus in Capricorn

This placement indicates a traditional, responsible and mature relationship. It may have taken them a while to express their feelings and affections for each other, given the reserved nature of this sign. Capricorn values commitment and stability, so both partners are able to count on each other in times of need. They might bond over shared career goals, or may even be in a business partnership. Others see them as a “power couple”. They are careful with their finances and enjoy planning their futures together.

Composite Venus in Aquarius

The Composite Venus in Aquarius blends friendship with love. Perhaps they met through friends or a group/club they both belong to. They have a wide circle of friends they enjoy spending time with. Each partner will encourage the other’s individuality and uniqueness, for this is why they fell in love with each other in the first place. There may be something unusual of offbeat in this relationship (i.e. long distance, polyamorous, etc). Affection is expressed in an friendly, detached manner.  This is not the most affectionate couple, but they truly ‘like’ each other as people.

Composite Venus in Pisces

Composite Venus in Pisces points to a relationship full of idealism, dreaminess, and at worst, delusions. When these two got together, there may have felt they had met their soulmate. They are far more sensitive, compassionate, and idealistic when they are together. It is as though they are living in some kind of beautiful dream. As Pisces is a very spiritual sign, the couple might take up meditation or go on a spiritual journey together. They see the best in each other and forgive one another easily.

 

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