Combustion occurs when a planet is too close to the Sun (within 8°30'), weakening its ability to express its qualities.
When a planet comes within approximately 8°30' of the Sun, it is said to be combust—overwhelmed by the Sun's light and heat. The planet's significations become harder to access, like trying to see a star during daylight. Different planets have different combustion thresholds, and the closer to the Sun, the stronger the effect. Combustion is considered a significant debility in traditional astrology.
TriAstra reduces the strength score of combust planets in chart analysis, noting where a planet's natural expression may be overshadowed by ego or identity concerns.
A combust planet suggests an area where your identity (Sun) may overshadow subtler qualities. You may need conscious effort to express that planet's themes independently from your ego.
Understanding Combustion (Burned by Sun) is just the beginning. See how it manifests in your unique birth chart with TriAstra's triple-system analysis.
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