The degree is very important in judging the strength of a planet. Every planet including the ascendant is at certain degrees and thus in certain avastas(states).
The planets are situated in particular avasthas (states) depending upon its degree in every birthchart or horoscope. This article also includes the importance of ascendant degree and how it influences the planets and dasha (ruling period). Which planet can influence us more and which planet we will have to deal with more often in our life. Another method in judging the strength of planets and their capacity to influence the birth chart through vedic astrology.
