Last updated on January 21st, 2022 at 10:59 pm
Sun in the 8th House connects with the energies of Scorpio and its ruler Mars. Sun is sharing a
Eighth House signifies transformation – the rebirth of the soul, the most vulnerable points of one’s self and soul, spiritual enlightenment, darkness, mysticism, causes of fears, mental ailments, chronic or long-term health ailments, rejuvenation, longevity, research, history, occult science, hidden miracles of life, tax money, insurance banks, hidden treasury, sudden and unexpected gains, inheritance, testament, unexpected events – both good and bad ones, passion, and sexual activity. Family relation – in-laws – the family of life partner. In anatomy, the considered house governs outer private organs, scrotum, and pelvis.
In addition to that, the 8th house also belongs to the Triangle of Transcendence or Moksha Trikona which signifies spiritual enlightenment and the ability to attain that. When it comes to the 8th house, it reflects the capabilities of becoming a better version of oneself by the transformation of the soul. The 8th house also indicates the passion to connect with the life partner spiritually through sexual or tantric activities. Being a natural home for Scorpio, which is ruled by Mars, it also signifies love for occult sciences and anything hidden.
In terms of Bhavat-Bhavam (from house to house) technique, the 8th house from the Eighth House itself is the 3rd house, which is the house of courage, ambitions, curiosity, willpower, motivation, and passion. This special connection between these two houses indicates massively heightened levels of courage as a result of rebirth caused by deeply transformational processes (on a soul level), that transform oneself to a better version. Accordingly, the energies of the 8th house are crucial in order to become stronger, braver, and motivated by discovering the true meaning of life and soul mission.
Generally speaking, the blend of the significations of the Sun and the Eighth House delivers beneficial results as the energies of the Sun resonate harmoniously with the ones of the 8th house, which is represented by Aries and its ruler Mars.
Furthermore, the 8th house is one of the houses of decrease or Apachay Bhava, where the energies and significances of natural malefic planets do not thrive well because of losing the strength of willpower to fight against odds there. In particular, the Apachay house reflects the resistance of the fiery, hot-tempered, self-centered, and aggressive planet Sun to sacrifice in order to become transformed into a humble person. Equally, the resistance of self-sacrifice makes the transformational process even more emotionally painful.
Additionally, the 8th house is also a house of difficulties or Dushtana Bhava, which manifests in hardships of life that help transform the soul in order to become fresh and reborn by experiencing and overcoming struggles and upheavals, which are major events for becoming stronger and wiser in life. The condition of the 8th house ruler and planet in the 8th house determines general outcomes of upheavals and transformational events.
Results of Sun in 8th House
8th House Sun in relation to Earth
Having Sun in the 8th house means being born afternoon when Sun prepares its energies with the help of the strength of Mars in order to resist the hard events related to the fall of the
Mars becomes the key planet here as the provider of the strength and courage to withstand the difficulties from dark periods of life and overcome them which ultimately strengthens the holy trinity which is body, mind, and soul.
Any connection between Sun and Mars creates a strong warrior and courageous person. Accordingly, the positioning of the Sun in the considered house indicates becoming stronger after initial struggles.
It is important to note that the positive placement of Saturn and the eighth house lord plays a major role in amplifying the favorable results of the Sun in the 8th house. Additionally, the majority of results are also determined by the zodiac sign in which the Sun resides in the 8th house.
Health & Longevity
The 8th house signifies life longevity, as well as long-term (and chronic) health ailments, and the placement of Sun in the considered house indicates suffering on account of these health issues and loss of longevity by default.
However, if Sun is dignified in the given house, such as exalted or in the sign of its friend, then the natural vitality of such natives is naturally very high that even the house of the decrease can not drain life force quickly.
Yet, the difficult significances of the 8th astrological house can prolong painful events and negative responses to them.
Also, if the Sun is well-placed in its favorable sign (friendly) and strong in the 8th house, it indicates minor health issues that can be cured easily which ultimately strengthens the immune system.
Sun in its own sign becomes the 8th house lord, the placement of which in the 8th house amplifies the positive outcomes and results of significations of Sun and the 8th house.
Exalted Sun in the 8th house also indicates being resistant to long-term diseases which promotes long life with stable health and strong immunity.
The positive results are further supported by the beneficial placement of the 8th house lord in its favorable sign (friendly, own, or sign of exaltation), where it gains strength and increases longevity.
Alternatively, when Sun is well-placed in the 8th house, while the 8th house lord is ill-placed, it indicates good health while longevity is decreased. Similarly, when Sun is damaged in the 8th house while the 8th lord is in great condition, it indicates good longevity, but troubles related to long-term illnesses at some periods of life (according to movement and periods of Sun – Dasha, and Antardasha).
Sun in his own sign in the 8th house is the best-case scenario as Sun becomes the lord of the 8th house, the placement of which in the 8th house generates mostly positive results out of beneficial signification of the considered house.
Excessively Passionate
The fiery and passionate Sun in the 8th house which is represented by other fiery and even more passionate planet Mars indicates overindulgence regarding sensual enjoyments. If uncontrolled, these vices can bring lots of health troubles and in extreme cases, chronic STDs.
Alternatively, if the Sun is strong and well-placed in the 8th house, it indicates controlled sexual energies and abstention from illicit sensual activities, which saves from chronic ailments.
What is more, a dignified Sun in the given house indicates lots of spice in conjugal life with a life partner. That is because the 8th is 2nd from the 7th house of partnerships indicating the wealth of the relationship.
Spiritual Evolution
Sun, being a planet of light, is able to guide a person out of the darkest periods and events, which are signified by the 8th house.
Moreover, the considered combination promotes spiritual advancement as well by experiencing and overcoming difficult periods in life, which ultimately increase strength, durability, and wisdom.
Spiritual advancement is further supported by the matter of fact that the planet Sun is the universal significator of soul and vitality.
Additionally, the likelihood of spiritual advancement can be measured by the condition of the Sun in the 8th house and the lord of the 8th house. Therefore, if the Sun and 8th house lord are strong and well-placed, it indicates the gain of spiritual wisdom and enlightenment of the soul.
However, the natural effect and meaning of the 8th house (house of difficulties or Dushtana Bhava) will always be there regardless of the strength of Sun and 8th lord. Upheavals and hardships in life motivate and initiate the interest to discover the meaning of life and soul.
Ultimately, the overcoming of hard events in life, which are caused by malefic houses such as the 8th house increases strength, wisdom, and courage. That is by bringing out and challenging the most vulnerable aspects of mind, body, and soul.
We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.
Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
Unexpected Wealth Fluctuation
The 8th house is opposing the 2nd house of personal assets. therefore, it indicates assets that are separated from self or those that are somehow connected to other people.
Hence, Sun in the given house gives a tendency to be involved with the matters of other people. If Sun is dignified, these natives harness this inclination ethically and productively in a profession that involves dealing with the assets of other people.
The 8th house also denotes unexpected events which can be the cause of gains and losses of wealth.
As one instance, this combination indicates fluctuating financial stability and financial dangers because of being spendthrift or impulsive regarding decisions about wealth. Additional results and modifications depending on the condition of the Sun and the 8th lord whether a sudden increase or decrease in wealth will be witnessed.
If the Sun is strong and well-placed, it indicates having unexpected gains. Furthermore, if Sun is in its own sign or exalted in the 8th house, it indicates an abundant amount of gains and discovery of hidden treasures. As a modern-day instance, it can indicate finding a source of the unlimited passive income stream.
Alternatively, if the Sun is undignified in this house, it indicates unexpected losses of wealth and possessions caused by thieves, authoritative figures (because of tax evasion, unpaid bills and debts, and similar), or other unfortunate events, such as accidents, natural disasters, and so forth.
In-Laws
The favorable placement of Sun and the 8th house lord indicates great harmony in the relationship with the family members of the marriage partner. Equally, it indicates In-Laws have a caring and compassionate attitude. Whereas the ill placement of Sun and the 8th lord indicates the opposite.
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Religious truth & wisdom to bless your life
Keep repenting and repeating secretly in mind: "God is enough for me and I bear witness that there is no other worthy of worship than the Almighty Creator alone" for the joy and abundance of God to flow in.
(Surat al-Baqarah 2:163)
Whoever makes the Hereafter (aims for piety & righteousness to attain salvation) his/her goal, Allah (english: God) makes his/her heart rich, and organizes his/her affairs, and the world comes to him/her whether it wants to or not.
(Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2465)
And God is the most merciful and loving. The God Almighty said: By My might and majesty, I will continue to forgive them, as long as they seek My forgiveness.
(Musnad Aḥmad 11237)
And God protects the faithul more than a caring Mother protects her child.
(Sahih al-Bukhari 5999)
Do not perform idolatry, impiety, disrespect for parents. Never endanger lives (saving one life is like saving whole humanity). Do not commit theft, adultery, false witness (disregard all cruel conspiracies towards innocent believers), and do not envy.
(Surat al-An’am 6:151-153)
The Messenger of God [PBUH] used to stress charity in his sermons, and prohibit mutilation. But protect truth and believers at all costs.
(Sunan an-Nasa'i 4047)
There must be no racism, sects, tribes, or gangs amongst you, and take special care of women, and increased rewards get those who educate women especially who suffer in calamities.
(The Last Sermon, Riyad as-Salihin 278)
Holy Prophet [PBUH] raised the status of and established legal rights for women which were never present before, and protected them from harassment, and stressed duty and good treatment to mother. Also, completely prohibited injustice towards girl-children (unjust people used to get rid of them for financial reasons).(Sahih al-Bukhari 3446, Al-Adab Al-Mufrad 5, al-Baqarah 2:228)
All people are practically beleivers if they believe in one God, The Prophets (some of them: Solomon, Moses, Jesus) and The Seal of Prophets (Muhammad) peace be upon them. That is, do not be quick to judge and leave judgment to God except when there is direct threat to righteous beleivers.
All people are practically beleivers if they believe in one God, The Prophets (some of them: Solomon, Moses, Jesus) and The Seal of Prophets (Muhammad) peace be upon them. That is, do not be quick to judge and leave judgment to God except when there is direct threat to righteous beleivers.
I heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying while pointing his hands towards the east: The turmoil would appear from this side; verily, the turmoil would appear from this side (he repeated it thrice)(Sahih Muslim 2905e).Muhammad [PBUH] was most akin to Jesus [PBUH], who is coming back, and the best of people will be under protection of Jesus [PBUH].
Some of The Last Words of God via The Last Prophet [PBUH]
(Riyad as-Salihin 1808)
Father
Sun is the significator of father and its positioning in the given house can give some details about him.
Generally speaking, Sun in the 8th house indicates that the fathers of natives with this combination are very secretive, mysterious, and even mesmerizing.
That is to say, the fathers of individuals with the 8th house Sun can deal with unexpected matters in their daily lives. They are often found in the midst of sudden events and disasters. Hence, the routine of the daily lives of their fathers is often unexpected.
The 8th house is a dark house that signifies stars in heaven, small gaps, and apertures which shows that their fathers can be also related to photography.
Other than that, the 8th house deals with wealth that is linked to others giving chances that the fathers of these natives deal with taxes directly or indirectly in their daily lives.
Possible Sarala Viparita Raja Yoga
If Sun is in its own sign Leo in the 8th house, it becomes the 8th house lord and the placement in own house forms a powerful and auspicious Sarala Yoga which indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) an abundant amount of strength, courage, intuition power, will-power, and wisdom of hidden matters/miracles in life. In addition to that, it indicates (like timepiece) being blessed with (by God) great health, longevity, and not to mention, ample wealth.
If Sun is having a great amount of (Shadbala) strength, positive influences from favorable planets, and is involved with other Yogas in the birth chart, it indicates being victorious and becoming famous, renowned, and celebrated in society for valorous deeds. As Sun, the planet of authority is involved in Yoga, it indicates great status and authoritative position as well.
Classical Interpretation
Bhrigu Sutras
If Sun is ill-placed (undignified in unfavorable signs) in this house, it makes people with this combination prone to accidents, chronic ailments, and injuries. There is sudden destruction to the possessions of such natives indicated because of the aspect of afflicted Sun upon the 2nd house of wealth.
However, if Sun in this house is associated with a natural benefic planet (Moon, Mercury, Venus, Jupiter), it saves the native from these negative results and unfortunate sudden events.
Moreover, if Sun is in good dignity, that is, if it is in its own, friendly, or exaltation sign the native is healthy which increases their longevity.
Furthermore, if the ruler of the 8th house is also well-placed, it indicates that the native is blessed (by God) with sudden gains and property. This is because of the fact that Mars is the natural ruler of the 8th sign Scorpio, which signifies real estate, land, and property.
Saravali
In the given classical source, it is mentioned that this combination indicates lack of financial stability caused by sudden events which are the cause of fluctuation in possessions. It further takes away the sense of security from the native.
It is also mentioned that such natives experience sorrows due to separation from family members.
Please note that these effects are there when the Sun is in bad dignity, which does not relieve the bad effects of this combination.
In Phaadeepika and Brihat Jataka the same results are mentioned as in above mentioned classical sources.
Chamatkara Chintamani
In Chamatkara, there are also positive results mentioned which are provided if the Sun is in good dignity in the considered house.
To be specific, there are mentioned that despite a lot of hurdles, obstacles, and struggles, the native has the strength, courage, and durability to endure to keep on working towards their goals.
It is a benefit provided by the good harmony between Sun and natural ruler of the 8th zodiac sign Scorpio. In other words, if Sun is in good dignity in this house, they become very strong, aggressive, and courageous which helps to battle the adversities an endure sudden events.
It is also mentioned that the wealth and possessions of these natives are endangered by hidden thieves who try to cause losses to the native.
Due to overly passionate desires and tendencies to be involved with many physical partners, it might lead to STD/infection of private parts and organs.
The negative results are when the Sun is in bad dignity. It is important to remember that if the Sun is well placed in this house, it saves from negative results and brings out positive outcomes of the 8th house matters.
