About Planetary Strength & Dignity

Planetary strength analysis determines which planets can deliver results and which are weakened. Shadbala (six-fold strength) measures positional, directional, temporal, motional, natural, and aspectual strength in virupas. Exaltation places planets in signs of maximum dignity and power, while Debilitation weakens planets in enemy signs. Planetary Aspects in Vedic astrology follow unique rules—all planets aspect the 7th house, Mars aspects 4th and 8th, Jupiter aspects 5th and 9th, Saturn aspects 3rd and 10th. Combustion occurs when planets are too close to the Sun, losing independent expression. Retrograde planets gain unique karmic significance and modified strength.