Ketu (South Node) in Vedic Astrology

Ketu is the south lunar node — not a physical body but the descending point where the Moon’s orbit crosses the ecliptic. It is always retrograde, spends about eighteen months in a sign, and is the karaka for detachment, liberation and things that fall away. It has no rulership of its own but acts strongly through the sign and house it occupies.

By Dr. R.P. Sharma | practising since 1979

Ketu (South Node) in Vedic Astrology — a ringed-planet motif on a parchment plate
Complete guide to Ketu (South Node) in Vedic astrology. Signifies Detachment, spirituality, past life karma, liberation. Day: Tuesday. Gemstone: Cat's Eye.

Key Information

Planet:Ketu (South Node)
Signifies:Detachment, spirituality, past life karma, liberation
Day:Tuesday
Gemstone:Cat's Eye (Lehsunia)

Role in Vedic Astrology

Ketu (South Node) plays a crucial role in Vedic astrology, influencing various aspects of life based on its placement in the birth chart. Understanding this planet's position helps in predicting life events and timing.

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Challenging Influences

Remedies for Ketu (South Node)

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People Also Ask

Which planet?

The ruling planet shapes how ketu expresses in your life; its dignity, house and dasha decide the real outcome. The page above details the rulership.

Can I get a personal reading about ketu?

Yes — the page above gives the classical picture; a consultation applies it to your exact chart. Your kundli and detailed PDF are free; a full sitting with Dr. Sharma is a flat Rs 5,100.

How does ketu interact with my dasha?

The running dasha decides WHEN ketu's significations activate in your life. The same placement behaves differently in different periods — timing is half the reading.

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