Ketu
కేతువు
Sanskrit: केतु · Category: Astrology
Quick Definition
The south lunar node — point where Moon's orbit crosses ecliptic going south. Shadow planet.
Detailed Explanation
Ketu represents detachment, spirituality, moksha indicators, past-life karma. Always 180° opposite Rahu. Always retrograde. Rules Vrischika (Scorpio) in some traditions. Mahadasha period: 7 years.
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Author & Sources
Compiled by Pandit Ramachandra Sharma, Vedic Astrologer & Panchangam Scholar. Definitions cross-referenced against classical texts: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Muhurta Chintamani, Surya Siddhanta, Gṛhya Sūtras. See the full Vedic Glossary for 58 terms across Panchanga, Astrology, Calendar, Dosha, Ritual, and Sanskara categories.