Ketu is an imaginary but powerful planet in Hindu astrology. It is the south node of the moon and mythological known as the “Tail of the Dragon”. It is always associated with mystery, spiritual detachment, liberation, crafty thinking etc.
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What does Ketu represent in astrology?
Ketu represents the spiritual process of evolution, or the refinement of materialization to spirit. Ketu is considered a worldly malefic and spiritual benefice, as it causes sorrow and loss, which ultimately turns the individual to god.
Which planet represents Ketu?
Ketu is also known as Shadow planet or South node of the Moon. Rahu and Ketu are the points of ecliptic where the plane of Moon’s orbit intersects the plane of Sun’s orbit. The zodiac point where a planet crosses from south to north Latitude is called North Node and vice versa.
Which God can control Rahu?
Jupiter is the only planet that can control Rahu, Jupiter represents ‘Guru’ and hence I advise you to worship and respect your Guru.
Which is better Rahu or Ketu?
But Rahu is more dangerous to the Moon and Ketu to the Sun. As having the power to overcome the Sun, Ketu must be looked at as the most powerful planet in the chart besides the Sun. Their influence is only a portion of the chart.
Is Ketu a snake?
Rahu and Ketu are two shadowy planets in Astrology, representing the head of the snake (Rahu) and tail of the snake (Ketu).
Is Ketu male or female?
Ketu is considered as a neutral planet according to many scriptures of Vedic astrology; though some astrologers are of the opinion that it is a male/masculine planet. In practice, it tends to give results which may be more masculine than feminine, in most cases. It is considered as a fiery planet.
What happens if Ketu is strong?
Ketu is considered responsible for moksha, sannyasa, self-realization, gnana, a wavering nature, restlessness, the endocrine system and slender physique. The people who come under the influence of Ketu can achieve great heights, most of them spiritual.
How do you keep Ketu happy?
To strengthen Ketu, you should worship Lord Ganesha and offer him Durva grass (Lord Ganesha’s favourite) and recite Shri Ganapati Atharvashirsha Stotra. You can also worship Matsya, the fish avatar of Lord Vishnu. Vedic astrology believes that donation is the best way to get rid of the negative effects of planets.
Which stone is for Ketu?
Cat’s eye stone is regarded as the stone for planet Ketu. A person can wear this stone to get good results of Ketu. It improves the results from the sign and the house in which planet Ketu is placed.
What animal represents Rahu?
Ants: Rahu is one planet, which creates troubles and adversaries in the lives of people. It is believed that by feeding the ants, you can escape the wrath of Rahu.
Is cat related to Rahu?
As per Vedic Astrology, planet Rahu is the significator of cats, which is considered as an inauspicious planet. With the malefic effects of Rahu, a person has to suffer from many challenges and unfavorable situations. Also due to Rahu Dosh, a person suffers from physical pain and deformities.
Does Rahu give beauty?
Rahu is capable of giving power when rightly posited or exalted, and it gives fame, success in politics, money, and physical beauty (i.e., attraction).
Which planet is responsible for fear?
Saturn is fear and limitation.
Can Ketu give fame?
The Ketu in the 10th house in the chart will bestow the person with position, prestige in society, financial prosperity, wealth, fame and will increase his respect to get the powerful position.
In which house is Rahu strong?
The best position for Rahu is in the 10th House. Rahu is a truly materialistic planet and the 10th house is also a materialistic house, so this is regarded as one of the best positions for Rahu.
Which house is good for Jupiter?
Jupiter provides good results if placed in houses 1, 5, 8, 9 and 12, but 6th, 7th and the 10th are the bad houses for him. Jupiter gives bad results when Venus or Mercury get placed in the 10th house of a horoscope.
Who killed Rahu?
Surya (the sun-god) and Chandra (the moon-god) quickly inform Vishnu, and he uses the Sudarshana Chakra (the divine discus) to decapitate Rahu, leaving the head immortal. The other major Hindu epic, Ramayana (4th century BCE), narrates the Mohini story briefly in the Bala Kanda chapter.
Is Rahu enemy of Ketu?
The reporting of Svarbhanu’s crime to Lord Vishnu is why Rahu and Ketu began to consider both the Sun and Moon to be their enemies. This is the reason why during eclipses, when the Sun or Moon are covered, it is said that Rahu and Ketu are avenging them.
Is Rahu a snake?
In Hindu mythology, Rahu is a snake that swallows the sun or the moon causing eclipses.
Can Ketu give marriage?
Ketu is the planet of detached and disinterested in materialistic world if Ketu comes in 7th house the person is not interested in marriage unless Jupiter or Venus aspect the Ketu. In general, retrograde, combust and debilitated planets in 7th house can cause delays in the marriage.
Which planet is responsible for son?
Jupiter is the key significator for children in Astrology. A strongly placed Jupiter in the horoscope promotes progeny. Exalted Jupiter, Jupiter in a friendly sign and Jupiter associated with or aspecting the fifth house or the owner of the fifth house yields good progeny.
How does Ketu affect marriage?
When Ketu is in 7th house, it gives rise to worry and trouble in terms of a partner. Though they are very good on the monetary part, their marital life is not so good. Loads of hurdles are there in the path of marriage. They are very committed and hard working.
In which house Ketu gives good results?
Ketu is mostly considered as malefic; depending upon its placement and association with other planets it gives some positive effects as well. When Ketu is in 9th house, it is beneficial.
How do you fight Ketu?
- To get rid of Ketu dosha, this mantra should be chanted 108 times daily – Om stram streem straus: ketve namah:
- To pacify the planet Ketu, light a lamp of ghee under the Peepal tree on Saturday.
- On Saturday, put a little Kusha and Durva in a lot of water and offer it to the root of Peepal.