In modern western astrology the seventh house is more generally the house of contact with others. The seventh house relates to the sign of Libra. In Horary Astrology the seventh house shows a person about whom a question is asked. The descendant marks the beginning or cusp of the Seventh House: the traditional house of marriage, long-term relationships (such as business partners,) and 'open enemies'. The descendant is opposite the ascendant and is one of the four chart angles. The term originates from the Latin 'descendere'. The point on the zodiac setting on the western horizon at any given time. The setting sign is where you are looking towards
