Rahu and Ketu are two of the most mysterious entities in Vedic astrology. Unlike other planets, they are shadow planets, invisible yet deeply influencing human fate. x.com
Rahu and Ketu were once part of a single entity – the Asura Svarbhanu. During the Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Ocean), he disguised himself and drank the nectar of immortality. x.com
But before the nectar could pass his throat, Bhagwan Vishnu ji beheaded him with the Sudarshan Chakra. His head became Rahu, and his body became Ketu. Since then, they roam the cosmos, swallowing the Sun and Moon, causing eclipses. x.com
In astrology, Rahu represents illusion, desires, obsession, and material gains, while Ketu signifies detachment, spirituality, past life karma, and liberation. Together, they form the Karmic axis in a birth chart. x.com
Rahu makes you chase worldly success, fame, and power, often leading to confusion and obsession. It thrives in chaos, pushing boundaries and challenging norms. It’s the planet of Maya (illusion). x.com
Ketu, on the other hand, is about letting go. It represents moksha (liberation), past-life wisdom, and detachment from the material world. It dissolves the ego and brings spiritual awakening. x.com
Rahu is like the dragon’s head: hungry, restless, always wanting more. Ketu is the dragon’s tail: done with the material world, longing for the divine. They are opposite forces, yet they work together to balance karma. x.com
Rahu and Ketu change signs every 18 months, shaping major global and personal transformations. Their impact is felt intensely during Rahu-Ketu Mahadashas and eclipses, unlocking deep karmic lessons. x.com
Those with strong Rahu placements may achieve great power but struggle with inner peace. Strong Ketu placements can lead to deep wisdom but detachment from worldly pleasures. The key is balance. x.com
Whether feared or revered, Rahu and Ketu are forces of destiny. They remind us that life is a cycle of desires and detachment, action and surrender. Understanding them helps navigate life’s karmic journey. x.com
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