Ruler of the Ascendant (the Ruler of the Entire Horoscope)

Just like any other astrological House in the natal chart, the Ascendant also has its own ruler. The ruler is the planet that rules the sign of the Ascendant. For example, if the Ascendant is in Capricorn, its ruler will be Saturn. The ruler of the Ascendant is traditionally regarded as the chart ruler—essentially, the main ruler of the entire horoscope.

Table: Ascendant Sign and Its Rulers:

Ascendant Sign	Main Ruler	Secondary Ruler	HOUSE
Aries	Mars	Pluto	I
Taurus	Venus	–	II
Gemini	Mercury	–	III
Cancer	Moon	–	IV
Leo	Sun	–	V
Virgo	Mercury	–	VI
Libra	Venus	–	VII
Scorpio	Pluto	Mars	VIII
Sagittarius	Jupiter	Neptune	IX
Capricorn	Saturn	Uranus	X
Aquarius	Uranus	Saturn	XI
Pisces	Neptune	Jupiter	XII

Using the table, one can determine the ruler of the Ascendant, but beyond this, it is also necessary to analyze the strength of the ruler. If the ruler is in its domicile or exaltation, the native will tend to feel more confident in life. However, if the planet is in its detriment or fall, this indicates that the person will need to overcome more challenges.

Strength of the Chart Ruler Planet

The relationship of the chart ruler with the zodiac signs modifies the energy of the planet, acting as a filter. For example, if the ruler is in its domicile, we are dealing with the pure energy of the planet, undiluted and direct.

Planet in domicile – Indicates innate qualities. The native possesses a natural talent and does not have to make special efforts; things come easily in the area ruled by this planet.

Planet in exaltation – Points to a specific, focused talent; it is expressed in a more specialized way than a planet in domicile. This can be a useful indicator for career choice and shows the direction in which the native should strive.

Planet in detriment – Indicates a lack of certain qualities in the sphere governed by the planet. There is a higher likelihood of encountering problems here. This is the weakest planetary energy.

Planet in fall – Shows an absence of qualities in a narrower sphere governed by the planet. It is the opposite of exaltation.

Table: Planetary Strength in Signs

Planet	Domicile	Detriment	Exaltation	Fall
Sun	Leo	Aquarius	Aries	Libra
Moon	Cancer	Capricorn	Taurus	Scorpio
Mercury	Gemini Virgo	Pisces Sagittarius	–	–
Venus	Libra Taurus	Aries Scorpio	Pisces	Virgo
Mars	Aries Scorpio	Libra Taurus	Capricorn	Cancer
Jupiter	Sagittarius Pisces	Gemini Virgo	Cancer	Capricorn
Saturn	Capricorn Aquarius	Cancer Leo	Libra	Aries
Uranus	Aquarius Capricorn	Cancer Leo	Scorpio	Taurus
Neptune	Pisces Sagittarius	Virgo Gemini	Aquarius	Leo
Pluto	Scorpio Aries	Taurus Libra	Leo	Aquarius

A planet’s weakness when it is in fall or detriment arises from the incompatible nature of the sign—the planet’s energy is blocked and cannot be projected. As a result, problems may occur in the native’s life in the areas ruled by this planet; things come with difficulty, and it may require tremendous effort to achieve results. The native often repeats the same mistakes over and over again. ✓

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