Dignity: The sign that a planet rules naturally is its sign of dignity. A planet is essentially dignified when it occupies its natural sign of dignity or its sign of exaltation; it is accidentally dignified when placed in its natural house. It is in domal dignity when in its own sign.

 

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Dignity: The sign that a planet rules naturally is its sign of dignity. A planet is essentially dignified when it occupies its natural sign of dignity or its sign of exaltation; it is accidentally di . . . View Full Definition

Accidental Dignity: A planet that occupies its house of natural rulership or falls within 5° of an angle is said to be accidentally dignified. The term is also applied to planets in angular houses and to the mo . . . View Full Definition

Essential Dignity: A planet's sign of natural rulership or exaltation. See also dignity, exalted.

Domal Dignity: See dignity.

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Archaism: Using obsolete or archaic words when current alternatives are available.

Mutual Reception: Two planets placed in each other's sign of essential dignity are in mutual reception, 'en rapport'. Mutual reception provides a harmonious link between planets not in aspect and strengthens . . . View Full Definition

Detriment: Said of a planet that occupies the sign opposite its sign of natural rulership (dignity). A planet in detriment is thought to be at disadvantage.