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.

When is Each Planet in Detriment? (The Detriment Sign For Each Planet)

1. The Sun is in detriment when it is in the sign of Aquarius.
2. The Moon is in detriment when it is in the sign of Capricorn.
3. Mercury is in detriment when it is in either Sagittarius or Pisces.
4. Venus is in detriment when it is in either Scorpio or Aries.
5. Mars is in detriment when it is in either Libra or Taurus.
6. Jupiter is in detriment when it is in either Gemini or Virgo.
7. Saturn is in detriment when it is in either Cancer or Leo.
8. Uranus is in detriment when it is in the sign of Leo.
9. Neptune is in detriment when it is in the sign of Virgo.
10. Pluto is in detriment when it is in the sign of Taurus.