In Vedic Jyotish, planets have different states based on their placement in zodiac signs. These states determine their strength and influence in a horoscope. The three key classifications are:
1. Uchhtam (Exaltation)
- A planet is exalted when it is in a sign where it expresses its best qualities and delivers maximum positive results.
- Example:
- Sun is exalted in Aries (10°) → Strong leadership and vitality.
- Moon is exalted in Taurus (3°) → Emotional stability and nurturing nature.
2. Neechtam (Debilitation)
- A planet is debilitated when it is in a sign where it struggles to express its qualities, leading to weaker or negative results.
- Example:
- Sun is debilitated in Libra (10°) → Lack of confidence and leadership struggles.
- Moon is debilitated in Scorpio (3°) → Emotional instability and mood swings.
3. Mool Trikon (Root Sign)
- A planet in its Mool Trikon sign functions optimally, delivering stable and balanced results.
- Example:
- Jupiter in Sagittarius (1°–10°) → Strong wisdom and spiritual growth.
- Venus in Libra (1°–15°) → Balanced relationships and creativity.
These planetary states play a crucial role in determining the strength of planets in a horoscope.
Here’s a detailed tabular representation of the zodiac signs and planetary positions in terms of exaltation (Uccha), debilitation (Neecha), Mool Trikon, and own sign (Swagrahi) along with their degree ranges:
| Planet | Exaltation (Uccha) Sign & Degree | Debilitation (Neecha) Sign & Degree | Mool Trikon Sign & Degree | Own Sign (Swagrahi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | Aries (10°) | Libra (10°) | Leo (1°–20°) | Leo |
| Moon | Taurus (3°) | Scorpio (3°) | Taurus (4°–30°) | Cancer |
| Mars | Capricorn (28°) | Cancer (28°) | Aries (1°–18°) | Aries, Scorpio |
| Mercury | Virgo (15°) | Pisces (15°) | Virgo (1°–15°) | Gemini, Virgo |
| Jupiter | Cancer (5°) | Capricorn (5°) | Sagittarius (1°–10°) | Sagittarius, Pisces |
| Venus | Pisces (27°) | Virgo (27°) | Libra (1°–15°) | Taurus, Libra |
| Saturn | Libra (20°) | Aries (20°) | Aquarius (1°–20°) | Capricorn, Aquarius |
| Rahu | Taurus (20°) | Scorpio (20°) | – | – |
| Ketu | Scorpio (20°) | Taurus (20°) | – | – |
Explanation
- Exaltation (Uccha): The sign where a planet is at its highest strength.
- Debilitation (Neecha): The sign where a planet is at its weakest.
- Mool Trikon: The sign where a planet is most comfortable and delivers stable results.
- Own Sign (Swagrahi): The sign ruled by the planet, where it functions naturally.
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