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.

Crucial Rule

"Shanivat Rahu - Kujavat Ketu": Rahu functions like Saturn (delivering results of past karma, Air element). Ketu functions like Mars (energy, injuries, Fire element). This rule should always be remembered during horoscope analysis.

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Significations of Rahu and Ketu

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2. Ketu - The Significator of Wisdom & Liberation

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