Saturn in Libra ♎︎ in the natal chart
Work Style: Saturn in Libra in the natal chart is typically seen as a favorable position assisting you in finding fame or recognition in some way. You are very skilled at creating partnerships that elevate you towards your goals in life. Saturn in Libra individuals often like work environment that allow for trailblazing and innovation. You appreciate elegance, simplicity, and the design of the work environment you are in. The energy of Saturn in Libra can be symbolized by a court room or other classic structures of law and justice.
Life Lesson: The life lesson of one with Saturn in Libra in the natal chart is discernment for the partner’s you choose in love, business, and life in general. The archetype of Libra is one in which life is played out against the backdrop of another person. You realize who you are through those you spend your time with. At times you may feel it is hard to get a read on people and you may tend to trust people who do not have your best interest in mind. You are learning to integrate emotions and feelings into your decision making process. The nature of the bonds you form will be your greatest teachers.
8th House
Keywords: The keywords associated with the 8th house include death, transformation, secrets, mystery, macabre, shared finances or resources, legacies, taxes, owed money, uncovered trauma, healing, and psychology.
Succedent House Type: A Succedent house type is ruled by a fixed sign. Scorpio is the fixed water sign ruling the 8th house.
The meaning of the 8th house has evolved significantly over time. Traditionally this house was associated with taxes, legacies, and shared resources. It is believed that due to its associations with legacies and inheritance this has contributed to the modern 8th house associations with death. Beyond the literal definition of death, it can also represent transformation, cycles of life, and major life endings/beginnings.
The perspective of the 8th house is broad and psychologically based in most modern astrological interpretations. It symbolizes how you relate to others on a deeply emotional level. This house is associated with secrets but also shared resources and taxes.
Trying to relate all of these themes together is what gives the 8th house is intense mystery. When you are working in the 8th house you are often working through some kind of emotional trauma. How you relate to the life, death, and sharing your experiences and resources with another are all 8th house endeavors.