This is one of the most sought-after applications of Electional Astrology. The goal is to choose a time that imbues a relationship milestone with harmonious, enduring, and loving energy. The focus is overwhelmingly on the 7th House of Partnership and the planet Venus.

Key Astrological Factors:

• The 7th House (Descendant): Represents your partner and the relationship itself. This house and its ruler are the primary focus.
• Venus: The planet of love, harmony, and attraction. Its condition is critical.
• The Ascendant and its Ruler: Represent you. Should be strong and in harmony with the 7th.
• The Moon: Represents emotions and the public. It should reflect a positive emotional flow.
• Jupiter: Can be invoked for expansion, blessing, and good fortune in the union.

Critical Avoidances:

• Mars or Saturn afflicting the 7th house, its ruler, or Venus.
• A Void of Course Moon.
• Venus or the 7th ruler being retrograde or combust.

Examples in Practice:

• Example: Electing a Time for a First Date
  • Goal: A pleasant, harmonious, and communicative meeting with potential for romance.
  • Strategy:
    • Venus should be strong (e.g., in Taurus or Libra) and well-aspected, perhaps trine Jupiter for fun or sextile Mercury for good conversation.
    • The 7th House ruler should be strong and making a positive aspect to the Ascendant ruler.
    • The Moon should be in a social air sign (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) and not VOC.
• Example: Electing a Time for a Marriage Ceremony
  • Goal: A lasting, loving, and supportive union.
  • Strategy:
    • The Ascendant and Descendant should be strong and in signs that complement each other (e.g., Libra rising with Venus strong).
    • Venus and Jupiter should be strong and in mutual aspect (trine, sextile, or conjunction).
    • The 7th House ruler should not be retrograde, combust, or in its detriment/fall.
    • The Sun and Moon should be in a harmonious aspect (e.g., sextile or trine) to symbolize the harmony of the conscious and emotional selves.
• Example: Electing a Time to Propose
  • Goal: A heartfelt and well-received proposal.
  • Strategy:
    • The Moon should be applying to a conjunction or favorable aspect with Venus or Jupiter.
    • The ruler of the 5th House (romance) should be well-aspected to the ruler of the 7th House (partner).
    • Avoid any hard aspects from Mars or Saturn to the Ascendant or 7th ruler, which could indicate rejection or coldness.