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Planetary dignities

Essential dignities describe how well a planet can express its nature depending on the zodiac sign it occupies.

PlanetRulershipExaltationDetrimentFall
SunLeoAriesAquariusLibra
MoonCancerTaurusCapricornScorpio
MercuryGeminiVirgoVirgoSagittariusPiscesPisces
VenusTaurusLibraPiscesAriesScorpioVirgo
MarsAriesScorpioCapricornTaurusLibraCancer
JupiterSagittariusPiscesCancerGeminiVirgoCapricorn
SaturnCapricornAquariusLibraCancerLeoAries
UranusAquariusScorpioLeoTaurus
NeptunePiscesLeoVirgoAquarius
PlutoScorpioAriesTaurusLibra
Rulership (Domicile)
A planet in the sign it rules is said to be in its domicile.
The planet operates with full strength and ease. It can express its core nature freely and powerfully. A planet in domicile is like being at home — comfortable, confident, and in control.
Exaltation
A planet in its sign of exaltation is honored and elevated.
The planet's qualities are amplified and celebrated, though in a more refined or idealized way than in domicile. It's like being a distinguished guest — treated with great respect and given a platform to shine.
Detriment
A planet in the sign opposite to the one it rules.
The planet struggles to express its nature and must work harder to achieve results. It's in unfamiliar territory, like being in a foreign country where the customs are the opposite of what you know.
Fall
A planet in the sign opposite to its exaltation.
The planet's qualities are diminished and can manifest in distorted or weakened ways. It lacks the support and recognition it needs. Like being underestimated — the planet must overcome additional obstacles to express itself.