Significations of Rahu and Ketu
In astrology, Rahu and Ketu are known as "Shadow Planets" (Chaya Grahas). They do not possess physical bodies. They are the points (Nodes) where the Moon's orbit and the Sun's orbit intersect.
Rahu: Possesses only the head—no matter how much he consumes, his hunger remains (endless desires).
Ketu: Possesses only the torso—he has no thoughts, only feelings and the path to liberation (Moksha).
1. Rahu - The Significator of Worldly Desires & Illusion
Rahu is the lord of the modern world and Kali Yuga. Technology, the internet, and foreign civilizations are under Rahu's domain.
| Section | Rahu's Significations |
|---|---|
| Nature | Greed, illusion, revolution, illegal activities, risk-taking, gambling, magic, and theatricality. |
| Modern Elements | Internet, software, social media, viruses, plastic, cinema, photography, electronics, and aviation. |
| Medical | Undiagnosed diseases, cancer, poison, snake bites, phobias, and mental hallucinations. |
| Relationships | Maternal Grandfather, foreigners, people of other religions, and widows. |
2. Ketu - The Significator of Wisdom & Liberation
Ketu is the one who detaches from the physical world. He is the significator of detachment, spirituality, and finding one's roots.
| Section | Ketu's Significations |
|---|---|
| Nature | Detachment (Vairagya), Moksha, silence, isolation, spiritual thought, dissatisfaction, and dwelling on the past. |
| Modern/Professional | Coding (Micro-programming), astrology, Ayurveda, micro-research (Microbiology), archaeology, and linguistics. |
| Medical | Cuts/Wounds, surgeries, skin diseases, allergies, intestinal worms, and unexplainable pains. |
| Relationships | Paternal Grandfather, ascetics, saints, and spiritual gurus. |
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