A Planet at Peak Strength
Exaltation is one of the five classical essential dignities. A planet in its exaltation sign operates at maximum strength its best qualities amplified, its significations delivered with power and grace. The Sun in Aries, Moon in Taurus, Mars in Capricorn in these placements, the planet is not merely comfortable (as it is in domicile) but elevated, like a guest of honour. Exalted planets in a chart tend to give strong results in their signified areas.
Planetary Exaltations
| Planet | Exaltation Sign | Exaltation Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Aries | 10° |
| Moon | Taurus | 3° |
| Mercury | Virgo | 15° |
| Venus | Pisces | 27° |
| Mars | Capricorn | 28° |
| Jupiter | Cancer | 5° |
| Saturn | Libra | 20° |
Exaltation vs. Domicile
Domicile is the planet's home sign familiar, comfortable, powerful. Exaltation is the sign where the planet's virtues shine most brightly in a more outward, visible way. A domicile planet may be quietly powerful; an exalted planet is publicly excellent. In Vedic astrology, neecha-bhanga (cancellation of debility) can transform a debilitated planet into one that eventually rivals exaltation context always matters. Check a planet's degree for nearest proximity to the precise exaltation degree for maximum strength.