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The Essential Dignities of the Planets

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This is probably the most confusing part of horary astrology, and I found
a resource online w ritten by a horary astrologer that moderates on the
Skyscript form (I know I reference Skyscript a lot, but that's because
it's the most comprehensive w ebsite for horary):
w w w .astronor.com/dignities.htm
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AN INTERPRETATION OF THE MAJOR AND LESSER DIGNITIES IN

TRADITIONAL ASTROLOGY
Together w ith an understanding on how the planets commit their
disposition to each other. And receptions occurring betw een planets
sharing greater or lesser dignities.

Three articles on technique by : Andrew J. Bevan, QHP, DMS Astrol. (c)

1996-2009

I )The Meaning of the Dignities

Face - A significator appearing in its ow n face represents someone w ho behaves w ith dignity, keeps his poise and makes an
acceptable appearance. The person receives a casual, coincidental credit, is admitted on legitimate grounds to appear among
audience or peers. Dignity by face indicates the right to show face and display, but does not give the right of speech or
performance. Like holding a tourist visa. Receiving preference, sympathy, staying in good w ord, a coincidental or casual
replacement, being there, someone to hold the stand, getting round w ith a squeal or a single thread.

Terms - A significator located in its ow n terms represents someone w ith reasonable merit, skill and background w ithin an appropriate
field. Understanding. The person is on his ow n terms. Insight and experience. The significator more apt to act because he or she
has greater capacity for action. The person has the know -how of the trade. Being in ow n terms gives capacity for negotiation, to
do business and to set the terms. Know ing w hat one is talking about. More readily qualified or certified. The right to voice an
opinion on valid grounds. Performing, doing business and having a good reason for doing so. Being at the right place, or the w rong
place but for a good reason. Being on a mission. Here w e have a reasonable stand-in or substitution. Someone w ho has more than
a tourist visa and holds a credible w ork permit.

Triplicities - W hen a planet in its ow n triplicity it show s a person w ho is w ell set in the w orld both socially and financially. The person
enjoys both funds and means. He or she is resourceful and often w ell off in a formidable w ay. Dignity through triplicity show s
support and preferment. The signifer w ill enjoy a circle of friends and be w ell positioned in the social netw ork. There is comfort and
cultivation. This person enjoys not only admittance to the match or concert, but also good seats in the tribune. I have often seen
the planet in its ow n triplicity represent someone w ho w as w ell off w ith money. This I reason is because triplicity gives disposition to
a chain of three signs, w hich gives access to resources.

Exaltation - The significator in the sign of its exaltation is more exaggerated and has greater pushing pow er than in any other sign.
W illiam Lilly says that in questions of w ar (combat or competition), exaltation is more forceful and hence better than if the planet
w as in its ow n sign. A planet in its exaltation is in its highest ascendant. Exaltation is assertive, aggressive, competitive and
conquering. Sudden w ealth and fortune may be show n. Again referring to the classics, w hen a planet is in its exaltation it may
represent someone w ho assumes more than they are due. Hence, exaltation may be both noisy and naughty. The planet by
exaltation pushes himself to the front. Loyal to no one but himself. He is apt, skilled and an expert of his trade, but in any sort of
relationship beneficial application or reception w ill show better commitment. Also, the state of the true dispositor and natural ruler
of that sign tells the true story of how the exalted planet is w orking and w hat lies the scenes.

Natural Sign - if the planet is in its ow n sign it represents someone of esteem, w ho is renow n, established, king and master or a
natural w ithin his field. The person enjoys all rights and full performance. It is a fortunate indication, like a person coming to his ow n.
He is first in line. Calm command and supervision. Wealth and resources. The planet in its ow n sign is w ell founded, is stable and has
long-term significance. This dignity is enjoyed by all the other planets to w hich it commits its disposition of a lesser order, hence
along the terms understood of those lesser dignities. I.e. By day Saturn is benefited by the presence of Mercury in Gemini. Mercury
is thus in his ow n sign but in the triplicity of Saturn, w hich show s the resources and social circle of Saturn to carry greater strength.

II) The Meaning of the Debilities

A significator located in a sign of its debilitation, i.e.. in it's detriment of fall, show s a person in a w eak and poor condition and in the
midst of trouble. The planet is deprived of its pow er and command of the situation and is scarcely able to support it self. It is in a
poor predicament and in a state of risk or danger. Neither does it have the means to offer anything to those planets that it disposes
of. On the contrary, the ill condition of the dispositor of any sign is rather likely to be rather a drag, and a w orry and concern to
those planets it does dispose. It is like going to a mini-bank only to discover that it has run out of cash. Or, you are invited to a
party but w hen you reach your host's place it is only to discover that the cupboard is bare. Imagine a Bar w ithout any drinks. A
debilitated planet is 'Out of Stock'. W hatever is sought according to the planet's natural pow ers is in lack.

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If the aiding planet that promises perfection in any question is in a state of debility, i.e. the significator applies by trine to Jupiter in
Virgo, then the matter can only be resolved in an intermediate manner. Because although Jupiter w ould like to grant w ealth and
blessings, he is w ithout the resources or means to do so. Any project is likely to be approved of but w ill be restricted by the
funding and a tight budget.

W illiam Lilly says that a planet in his fall or detriment may properly be called the destroyer or obstructer or planet impediting. If the
significator is cadent and detriment, he shall not prevail. Ivy Goldstein-Jacobsen says that a significator is in its detriment of fall and
especially if afflicted, he is in despair about the matter and is in some danger, indifferently situated, insolvent, and unable to
extricate himself unless saved by being in mutual reception.

Please note (my comment): that for mutual reception to be beneficial in any w ay, at least one planet has to be essentially dignified
or in a state of comfort, to have anything to other to the relationship. Also take note of the 'deception' and 'rejection' further
dow n.

Detriment - Occurs w hen a planet is located in the sign that is opposite to its natural sign. He is in the w rong place and in a place
contrary to its essential nature and natural pow ers. This restricts the planet to act according to its ow n nature. It is like a football
team playing an aw ay match, or in another w ay, the planet is not in its ow n home but in the home of its opponent or enemy.
W hen the planet is located in its ow n sign it is 'King of the Castle' and the person can do as he pleases; i.e. sit on the table, put is
feet up or even dispose of chew ing-gum beneath the table. But w hen the planet is in the opposite sign it has to stay on guard and
is restricted by the customs of the host.

Bonatus says that w hen the Lord of the ascendant or the Moon be detriment, such lords of the question abhor the business, nor
does the querent love it should be accomplished, but is rather against it. - Bonatus para 77, p 36.

Fall - Lilly says that no planet delights in the sign of its fall, or is able to express the strength of his influence therein. The application
of the Moon to a planet in its fall signifies anguish, troubles and delays in the thing demanded. Al-Biruni signs and degrees of fall are
regarded as places of dejection for the planets. W hen in them they are confined and their condition deteriorated. Goldstein-
Jacobsen calls it 'a fall from grace' and that the in this condition planet is capable of doing something calling for an apology. Such a
person often makes the habit of excusing himself all the time.

How ard Stephen Berg said that w hile the exaltation is the place w here you are super-popular and can do nothing w rong (and even
your mistakes take a fortunate turn, i.e. you break something that everyone w anted to get rid of anyhow ), then a planet in it's fall
is w here you are super-unpopular and everything you do is w rong. I imagine this is something like being on visit somew here and
trying to help out in the kitchen. Everything gets put in the w rong place. The host says 'thank you' - but it w ill be the cause of
fret and frustration for the rest of your stay. Berg say that a planet in it's fall indicates a person being in the w rong place at the
w rong time and for the w rong reasons.

Dignified, yet in detriment or fall

This condition occurs w hen a planet is in the sign of its detriment or fall, yet still located in one of its lesser dignities, i.e. triplicity,
terms or face. There is a combination of meanings, how ever the planet is dignified and has access to resources and know -how . The
quality of the planet is considerably improved and the person has a mission or a reason for being that place and position:

Mars is both in triplicity and fall in Cancer - he is hindered by infections and affections, but still has still access to a resourceful circle
and w ill 'Send round the Hat' in collection for a good cause. Venus is in her fall in Virgo but rules the triplicity by day, in w hich case
she w ill offer support in the same manner as Mars in Cancer, although it might involve collecting signatures or momentum for a vote.

A planet in it's ow n terms but in the sign of it's detriment or fall is a person in the w rong place for the right reason: Mercury in
Sagittarius in his proper terms shall be eloquent and learned in the liberal sciences (says Coley). Mercury in his ow n terms in Pisces
w ill indicate a person know ledgable w ithin symbolism, interpretation and many foreign tongues, or a skilled navigator. Venus in her
ow n terms in Aries is a craftsman, or nurse, or peacemaker in the battlefield; or in Scorpio a nurse, healer, therapist, someone w ho
brings soothing and comfort to people in peril.

A planet in it's ow n face but in the sign of it's detriment or fall is like a safe haven, a place in exile or an embassy. A place w here
there is a parting in the clouds and the Sun lets through. There is a testimony of truth to be found in this place and the planet
such placed may be an important w itness.

Peregrine - A planet is said to be peregrine w hen he is lacking and has no essential dignities. He is a 'foreigner' and 'outsider' and
has no association w ith the territory (Deb Holding). A peregrine planet is a stranger w ho cannot be relied upon and w hen in an
angle or the 2nd house in a question of theft he is taken as the significator of the thief. W hen both Mercury and Mars are peregrine
it denotes cheating, says Goldstein-Jacobsen. According to Lilly a planet w ith essential dignities is like a noble soul that has his
enemy in his clutches but scornes to hurt him, w hile a planet that is peregrine is malicious beyond all expression. He says, 'Confide
not trust too much in the assistance a fortune lends, unless he be in essential dignities; for then he performs matters w holly, else
by halves.'

On pages 178-180 of Christian Astrology, Lilly does not let Mercury and Saturn reception by face save them from peregrination. The
Lord of the asc. out of his essential dignities and cadent show s the querent is out of all hope in his business. (CA page 300, aph 25)

III) How the Planets Dispose and Receive each other and Perform in Reception

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1) A planet is colored or tempered by the presence of a second planet appearing in his domicile, invigorated by the presence of a
planet in his exaltation, assisted by a planet in his triplicity, alerted by term and colored by face.

2) As guests, the fortunes are to be comfortable w ith and offer ease and benefit. The infortunes cause discomfort, w orry or
misfortune.

3) A planet in the dignities of another tells along w hich line the 2nd planet provides or hosts for the 1st, the 1st planet depending
upon the 2nd. The 2nd planet carries and allow s for the first.

4) A significator in the dignities of another and in reception by the second planet in appearing in his face, w ill at any rate receive a
face in w hatever sign he is located.

5) A significator appearing in the dignities of the other planets, see w hich planet is in the strongest condition. That is w here
strength and resources w ill come from.

6) Planets in receptions support each other, but that planet w ill not be able to aid if in an ill condition.

7) The planet disposed by the low er dignity w ill have this condition garnished by the upgrade disposition of the other, i.e. w ho he
may dispose by sign, but he cannot perform beyond the dignities w hich this second planet holds in the placement of the first.

8) That planet w hich by 'face' is disposed and receives reception w ith another planet, is favored and trusted.

9) A planet that by 'term' is disposed and receives reception w ith another planet, is heard and considered.

10) A planet w hich by 'triplicity' is disposed and in reception w ith another planet is accepted and sponsored.

11) That planet w hich by 'exaltation' is disposed and also in reception w ith another planet is excited and asserted.

12) That planet w hich by 'domicile' is disposed and in reception w ith another planet is respected and given all rights.

Sibly on the Terms

The nearer a planet is in nature to the place of his term, the stronger is his pow er therein and the more pow erfully he w ill exercise
his influences. A planet looses much of its natural vigor in a term contrary to its nature. If an evil planet is in an evil sign and term, its
effects are even more mischievous. A planet in its ow n term, no matter sign, is taken for the principle significator because he has
more pow er therein than the lord or planet that receives exaltation in that sign. But if the lord of the term also be in his ow n term
and sign also, then his strength and energy w ill be even more considerable. It is a very strong and fortunate testimony w hen a
planet is both in ow n sign and terms. The debility of a planet is very much lessened w hen in its ow n term. A planet in ow n terms
betokens a person to participate in the nature and quality of the planet, rather than in the w ealth, pow er and dignity indicated.

IV) CLASSICAL RECEPTIONS

Tw o planets appearing in each others lesser dignities implies a finer meaning w hich may be delineated as below . One planet offers
virtue to another planet according to the nature or quality of essential dignity of the second planet, that the first planet is located
in.

Face - Face : Sympathy, liking, chemistry, recalling of face, favoring, but slight and unfounded, offering a vote but w ithout pow er or
say; Consider nature of relationship.

Face - Term : observation, recognition betw een speaker and member of the audience, a w itness, reference of minor relevance,
passing the instructions to someone present, someone w ho w ill negotiate case, deciding the appearance of another, but w ith
limited pow er for mutual collaboration.

Face - Tripl. : possibility, opportunity, a sympathetic gesture, effort to make a good impression, introduction to a social circle, finding
a friend, hospitality, stepping stone, being given a leg, receiving a voucher, someone sending round the hat.

Face - Exalt. : making oneself noticed, loud appearance, excitement, encouragement, enthusiasm, demonstrative, boasting, fierce,
taking the liberty, excess, the claims of a supporter, an unfit match, being on thin ice.

Face - Sign : assistance, improvement, agreement concerning appearances, acting correctly, adequately furnished, pleasing style,
having a good and relevant reference, appreciation, w elcome, permission, strong and trustw orthy representation, loyalty, benefit,
backup system, meeting of taste.

Term - Term : agreement, understanding, reasoning, attunement, philosophical, practical, mutual interests, comprehension, signing
of contracts, performing business, positive, settled, apt, on standby, convincing and potent but still needs pow er and boost from
other indications.

Term - Tripl. : valid ideas, talent, early discovery, a co-partner providing means, mutual appreciation, amendable, easy negotiation,
comfort, w ell-phrased, a satisfactory arrangement, topical issues, creativity, potential, social relevance, meeting useful people.

Term - Exalt. : forceful, potent, business, thrust, speed, impatient, talented, nimble, pioneering ideas, debate, deliberate, sharp,
acute, keen, competitive, accentuated, skilled, ambition, express, direct, making oneself heard.

Term - Sign : representation, understanding, a good case, having an agent or spokesman, performance, know ledgeable, truthful,
viable reference, skill, good advice, management, acceptance, suitable arrangement, correct design, the meeting of requirements.

Trpl - Trpl. : prospects, association, practical, support, financial partnership, sharing, amendable, w ide agreement, founded, can be
funded, gathering of people, attunement, going together, possibilities, looking into, comfort, acceptable backing, social status,

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friendly rather than affectionate.

Trpl - Exalt. : enthusiasm, eagerness, keen, hope, expectation, making assumptions, liberty, free spending, optimism, support,
promise, sponsored, promotion, reputation, favored, popularity, forw arding close association from club or family, confidence,
modern, new , searching improvement, investment, resource, campaign, response, credit, up-grade, good outlook, looking for a
good time.

Trpl - Sign : value, acceptance, alliance, support, safety, on reliable grounds, friend of amiable status, accessible, qualified, on display,
in the open, neat, w ell-planned, cultivated, supplies in stock, quality, several people.

Exalt - Exalt : mutually eager, temperamental, passion, accentuated, forceful, reckless, potent, prominent, assertive, in the
foreground, ambitious.

Exalt - Sign : appointed, marshal, executive, deputy, chief, in command, knighthood, prince, potent, promoted, aw arded, stardom,
favorite, promising, honor, glamour, undeniable, convincing, apt, competitive, resourceful, equipped, armored, ambassador.

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Here are tw o other variations that I have been w orking w ith since the mid 80's and w hich Olivia Barclay refers to in her prize-
w inning book 'Horary Astrology Rediscovered', 1990:

The Deception

This is a difficult combination of signs betw een planets that occurs w hen one planet appears in the dignity of a second planet but is
located in the detriment or fall of the first. An example w ould be Mars in Cancer w ith the Moon in Libra, or Saturn in Pisces w ith
Venus in Leo. This is the description of an unequal match, because although the one planet may have lots to offer and fortify his
comrade, the second planet does nothing but embarrass the first, or put that planet in an aw kw ard predicament. It is an unequal
trade, a difficult relationship and like a karmic hang-over.

The Rejection

Is w hen tw o planets appear in each others detriment or fall, i.e. Jupiter in Aries and Saturn in Gemini, or Mercury in Cancer and Mars
in Sagittarius. Under these conditions the planets 'abhor' each other, perfection is denied and matters are aborted.

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Paul Re: The Essential Dignities of the Planets Mon, October 12, 2009 - 1:15 AM
w ow !

This is really useful Teresa!

94
Good job!

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Unsu... Re: The Essential Dignities of the Planets Mon, October 12, 2009 - 1:29 AM
Oh, good! Well, I know most horary books and w ebsites allude to the meanings of dignities but never say them
outright (I personally think because they don't understand them!). The astrologer that w rote this is very
know ledgeable also, so I trust w hat he says.

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Lady... Re: The Essential Dignities of the Planets Mon, October 12, 2009 - 2:31 AM
Very very very useful. I sw ear to God, this w riter MUST be a Libra!

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Unsu... Re: The Essential Dignities of the Planets Mon, November 30, 2009 - 11:49 PM
I keep forgetting to look back at this, and a lot of this is good stuff.

"Please note (my comment): that for mutual reception to be beneficial in any w ay, at least one planet has to be
essentially dignified or in a state of comfort, to have anything to other to the relationship. Also take note of the
'deception' and 'rejection' further dow n."

I have seen this happen for myself - tw o sigs applying in sextile in the sign of rulership of the other but each in their
ow n detriment. Nothing good came of the question.

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Lady... Re: The Essential Dignities of the Planets Tue, December 1, 2009 - 5:00 AM
That really explains how even w hen I'm in detriment, I'm usually at least in triplicity!

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Paul Re: The Essential Dignities of the Planets Tue, December 1, 2009 - 10:36 AM
Tannit

Anyw here have a list of accidental dignity?

94 I still think Saturn in the 10th has dignity etc. w ould be good if there w ere a list to refer to.
Any ideas?

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Unsu... Re: The Essential Dignities of the Planets Tue, December 1, 2009 - 2:41 PM
Lilly's table on accidental dignity/debility:
w w w .skyscript.co.uk/dig5.html#liltab

Planetary joys/houses are in the images section of the tribe (show s an astro w heel of the planets), and they are
an accidental dignity.

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Paul Re: The Essential Dignities of the Planets Wed, December 2, 2009 - 1:20 AM
thanks tannit!

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