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	\| ~~parents~~ = ~~Father :~~ [[Viprachitti]]		\| father = [[Viprachitti]]
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	'''Ketu''' ([[Sanskrit]]: [[:wikt:केतु#Sanskrit\|केतु]], [[IAST]]: {{IAST\|Ketú}}) ([[File:Descending node (bold).svg\|16px\|☋]]) is the descending (i.e. 'south') [[lunar node]] in [[Vedic]], or [[Hindu astrology]].<ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/predictions/astrology/ketu-the-planet-of-detachment/ \|title=Rise above the mundane...and material..says Ketu, the planet of detachment! \|publisher=ganeshaspeaks.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.speakingtree.in/allslides/the-lesser-known-story-of-rahu-and-ketu/266298 \|title=The less known story of Rahu and Ketu! \|publisher=speakingtree.in }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.shrivinayakaastrology.com/Planets/roleofketu.html \|title=Role Of Ketu in Astrology \|publisher=shrivinayakaastrology.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.heerejawharat.com/astrology/planets-significance/ketu.php \|title=Ketu Astrological significance \|publisher=heerejawharat.com }}</ref> ~~According to accounts in~~ [[~~Hinduism~~]], Ketu ~~belongs~~ to ~~Jaimini Gotra, whereas Rahu is from Paiteenasa gotra; hence~~ the two are entirely different entities with distinct characteristics but nonetheless are two parts of a common body. Ketu is generally referred to as a "shadow" planet. It is believed to have a tremendous impact on human lives and also the ~~whole creation. In some special circumstances it helps someone achieve~~ the ~~zenith of fame. Ketu is often depicted with a gem or star on his head signifying a mystery light~~.~~{{citation needed\|date=March 2018}}~~		'''Ketu''' ([[Sanskrit]]: [[:wikt:केतु#Sanskrit\|केतु]], [[IAST]]: {{IAST\|Ketú}}) ([[File:Descending node (bold).svg\|16px\|☋]]) is the descending (i.e. 'south') [[lunar node]] in [[Vedic]], or [[Hindu astrology]].<ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/predictions/astrology/ketu-the-planet-of-detachment/ \|title=Rise above the mundane...and material..says Ketu, the planet of detachment! \|publisher=ganeshaspeaks.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.speakingtree.in/allslides/the-lesser-known-story-of-rahu-and-ketu/266298 \|title=The less known story of Rahu and Ketu! \|publisher=speakingtree.in }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.shrivinayakaastrology.com/Planets/roleofketu.html \|title=Role Of Ketu in Astrology \|publisher=shrivinayakaastrology.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.heerejawharat.com/astrology/planets-significance/ketu.php \|title=Ketu Astrological significance \|publisher=heerejawharat.com }}</ref> Personified as a deity, [[Rahu]] and Ketu are considered to be the two halves the immortal [[Asura]] (demon) [[Svarbhanu]], who was beheaded by the god [[Vishnu]].

	As per Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu have an orbital cycle of 18 years and are always 180 degrees from each other orbitally (as well as in the birth charts). This coincides with the precessional orbit of moon or the ~18-year rotational cycle of the lunar ascending and descending nodes on the earth's ecliptic plane. Ketu rules the [[Scorpio (astrology)\|Scorpio]] zodiac sign together with [[Mangala]]		As per Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu have an orbital cycle of 18 years and are always 180 degrees from each other orbitally (as well as in the birth charts). This coincides with the precessional orbit of moon or the ~18-year rotational cycle of the lunar ascending and descending nodes on the earth's ecliptic plane. Ketu rules the [[Scorpio (astrology)\|Scorpio]] zodiac sign together with [[Mangala]]

	Astronomically, [[Rahu]] and Ketu denote the points of intersection of the paths of the [[Sun]] and the [[Moon]] as they move on the [[celestial sphere]], and do not correspond to a physical planet.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book\|last=Santhanam\|first=R.\|url=http://archive.org/details/BPHSEnglish\|title=Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (vol. 1)\|pages=24}}</ref> Therefore, Rahu and Ketu are respectively called the north and the south [[lunar node]]s. ~~The fact that~~ [[~~eclipse~~]]s occur when the Sun and the Moon are at one of these points ~~gives~~ rise to the understanding ~~of swallowing of~~ the ~~Sun and the Moon~~ by the snake. Ketu is responsible for causing the [[Eclipse of the Moon]].<ref name=":0" />		Astronomically, [[Rahu]] and Ketu denote the points of intersection of the paths of the [[Sun]] and the [[Moon]] as they move on the [[celestial sphere]], and do not correspond to a physical planet.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book\|last=Santhanam\|first=R.\|url=http://archive.org/details/BPHSEnglish\|title=Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (vol. 1)\|pages=24}}</ref> Therefore, Rahu and Ketu are respectively called the north and the south [[lunar node]]s. [[Eclipse]]s occur when the Sun and the Moon are at one of these points, giving rise to the mythical understanding that the two are being swallowed by the snake. Hence, Ketu is believed to be responsible for causing the [[Eclipse of the Moon]].<ref name=":0" />

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	The people who come under the influence of Ketu can achieve great heights, most of them spiritual.		The people who come under the influence of Ketu can achieve great heights, most of them spiritual.

	Rahu, being a karmic planet would show the necessity and urge to work on a specific area of life where there had been ignorance in the past life. To balance the apparent dissatisfaction one has to go that extra mile to provide a satisfactory settlement in the present lifetime. Rahu can remove all negative qualities of every planet while Ketu can ~~emphasis~~ every positive quality of the planet.		Rahu, being a karmic planet would show the necessity and urge to work on a specific area of life where there had been ignorance in the past life. To balance the apparent dissatisfaction one has to go that extra mile to provide a satisfactory settlement in the present lifetime. Rahu can remove all negative qualities of every planet while Ketu can emphasise every positive quality of the planet.

	Ruler of Ketu: According to the most popular astrology text Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, (BPHS) Ketu is related to Matsya.		Ruler of Ketu: According to the most popular astrology text Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, (BPHS) Ketu is related to Matsya.

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	{{short description\|Hindu deity representing descending lunar node}}		{{short description\|Hindu deity representing descending lunar node}}
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	\| caption = Ketu Dev: Tail of Demon Snake. When Moon moves from North to South in its orbit and crosses Sun's path – the incision point is called Ketu		\| caption = Ketu Dev: Tail of Demon Snake. When Moon moves from North to South in its orbit and crosses Sun's path – the incision point is called Ketu
	\| name = Ketu		\| name = Ketu
	\| Sanskrit_transliteration = केतु		\| Sanskrit_transliteration = केतु
	\| affiliation = [[Graha]], [[Asura]], [[Svarbhanu]]		\| affiliation = [[Graha]], [[Asura]], [[Svarbhanu]]
	\| god_of = [[Lunar eclipse]]s, South [[Lunar Node]]<br/>Body of [[Svarbhanu]]		\| god_of = [[Lunar eclipse]]s, South [[Lunar Node]]<br/>Body of [[Svarbhanu]]
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	'''Ketu''' ([[Sanskrit]]: [[:wikt:केतु#Sanskrit\|केतु]], [[IAST]]: {{IAST\|Ketú}}) ([[File:~~U+260B~~.svg\|16px]]) is the descending (i.e. 'south') lunar node in [[Vedic]], or [[Hindu astrology]].<ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/predictions/astrology/ketu-the-planet-of-detachment/ \|title=Rise above the mundane...and material..says Ketu, the planet of detachment! \|publisher=ganeshaspeaks.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.speakingtree.in/allslides/the-lesser-known-story-of-rahu-and-ketu/266298 \|title=The less known story of Rahu and Ketu! \|publisher=speakingtree.in }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.shrivinayakaastrology.com/Planets/roleofketu.html \|title=Role Of Ketu in Astrology \|publisher=shrivinayakaastrology.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.heerejawharat.com/astrology/planets-significance/ketu.php \|title=Ketu Astrological significance \|publisher=heerejawharat.com }}</ref> According to accounts in [[Hinduism]], Ketu belongs to Jaimini Gotra, whereas Rahu is from Paiteenasa gotra; hence the two are entirely different entities with distinct characteristics but nonetheless are two parts of a common body. Ketu is generally referred to as a "shadow" planet. It is believed to have a tremendous impact on human lives and also the whole creation. In some special circumstances it helps someone achieve the zenith of fame. Ketu is often depicted with a gem or star on his head signifying a mystery light.{{cn\|date=March 2018}}		'''Ketu''' ([[Sanskrit]]: [[:wikt:केतु#Sanskrit\|केतु]], [[IAST]]: {{IAST\|Ketú}}) ([[File:Descending node (bold).svg\|16px\|☋]]) is the descending (i.e. 'south') [[lunar node]] in [[Vedic]], or [[Hindu astrology]].<ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/predictions/astrology/ketu-the-planet-of-detachment/ \|title=Rise above the mundane...and material..says Ketu, the planet of detachment! \|publisher=ganeshaspeaks.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.speakingtree.in/allslides/the-lesser-known-story-of-rahu-and-ketu/266298 \|title=The less known story of Rahu and Ketu! \|publisher=speakingtree.in }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.shrivinayakaastrology.com/Planets/roleofketu.html \|title=Role Of Ketu in Astrology \|publisher=shrivinayakaastrology.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web\|url=https://www.heerejawharat.com/astrology/planets-significance/ketu.php \|title=Ketu Astrological significance \|publisher=heerejawharat.com }}</ref> According to accounts in [[Hinduism]], Ketu belongs to Jaimini Gotra, whereas Rahu is from Paiteenasa gotra; hence the two are entirely different entities with distinct characteristics but nonetheless are two parts of a common body. Ketu is generally referred to as a "shadow" planet. It is believed to have a tremendous impact on human lives and also the whole creation. In some special circumstances it helps someone achieve the zenith of fame. Ketu is often depicted with a gem or star on his head signifying a mystery light.{{citation needed\|date=March 2018}}

	As per Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu have an orbital cycle of 18 years and are always 180 degrees from each other orbitally (as well as in the birth charts). This coincides with the precessional orbit of moon or the ~18-year rotational cycle of the lunar ascending and descending nodes on the earth's ecliptic plane. Ketu rules the [[Scorpio (astrology)\|Scorpio]] zodiac sign together with [[Mangala]]		As per Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu have an orbital cycle of 18 years and are always 180 degrees from each other orbitally (as well as in the birth charts). This coincides with the precessional orbit of moon or the ~18-year rotational cycle of the lunar ascending and descending nodes on the earth's ecliptic plane. Ketu rules the [[Scorpio (astrology)\|Scorpio]] zodiac sign together with [[Mangala]]
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	[[File:Planet ketu.JPG\|thumbnail\|left\|A mural of Ketu. Depicted as the body without head. from Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur]]		[[File:Planet ketu.JPG\|thumbnail\|left\|A mural of Ketu. Depicted as the body without head. from Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur]]
			Since Rahu and Ketu are two opposite lunar nodes, they always appear in diametrically opposite [[House (astrology)\|house]]s ([[Bhāva]]) of [[Horoscope\|horoscopes]].

	In [[Hindu astrology]] Ketu represents karmic collections both good and bad, spirituality and supernatural influences. Ketu signifies the spiritual process of the refinement of materialisation to the spirit and is considered both malefic and benefic, as it causes sorrow and loss, and yet at the same time turns the individual to God. In other words, it causes material loss in order to force a more spiritual outlook in the person. Ketu is a ''karaka'' or indicator of intelligence, wisdom, non-attachment, fantasy, penetrating insight, derangement, and psychic abilities. Ketu is believed to bring prosperity to the devotee's family, removes the effects of snakebite and illness arising out of poisons. He grants good health, wealth and cattle to his devotees. Ketu is the lord of three [[nakshatra]]s or lunar mansions: [[Ashvini]], [[Magha (nakshatra)\|Magha]] and [[Mula (astrology)\|Mula]].		In [[Hindu astrology]] Ketu represents karmic collections both good and bad, spirituality and supernatural influences. Ketu signifies the spiritual process of the refinement of materialisation to the spirit and is considered both malefic and benefic, as it causes sorrow and loss, and yet at the same time turns the individual to God. In other words, it causes material loss in order to force a more spiritual outlook in the person. Ketu is a ''karaka'' or indicator of intelligence, wisdom, non-attachment, fantasy, penetrating insight, derangement, and psychic abilities. Ketu is believed to bring prosperity to the devotee's family, removes the effects of snakebite and illness arising out of poisons. He grants good health, wealth and cattle to his devotees. Ketu is the lord of three [[nakshatra]]s or lunar mansions: [[Ashvini]], [[Magha (nakshatra)\|Magha]] and [[Mula (astrology)\|Mula]].
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	Exaltation and Debilitation: This has been a debatable point in astrology, as per BPHS Ketu is exalted in the sign of Scorpio and debilitated in Taurus, however, many astrologers have disputed this and most modern astrologers now seem to agree that Ketu is exalted in Sagittarius and debilitated in Gemini {{Citation needed\|date=September 2017}}. This stands to logic as Ketu is a [[torso]] and a prominent part of Sagittarius is a big horse torso attached to a male upper body.		Exaltation and Debilitation: This has been a debatable point in astrology, as per BPHS Ketu is exalted in the sign of Scorpio and debilitated in Taurus, however, many astrologers have disputed this and most modern astrologers now seem to agree that Ketu is exalted in Sagittarius and debilitated in Gemini {{Citation needed\|date=September 2017}}. This stands to logic as Ketu is a [[torso]] and a prominent part of Sagittarius is a big horse torso attached to a male upper body.

	Negative Significations: While Ketu is considered malefic and has been mostly associated with negative things. Most people consider it a difficult planet as it brings lot of troubles on the material plane. It often brings a sense of complete detachment, losses, mindlessness, wandering, and confusion in one's life.		Negative Significations: While Ketu is considered malefic and has been mostly associated with negative things. Most people consider it a difficult planet as it brings lot of troubles on the material plane. It often brings a sense of complete detachment, losses, mindlessness, wandering, and confusion in one's life.

	Positive Significations: There is a much deeper side to Ketu and it has been called the most spiritual of all planets. Ketu has been considered the planet of enlightenment and liberation. As the one who has “lost his head (worldly senses)” Being a personification of renunciation (torso without a head who needs nothing). Ketu the ascetic that wants to go beyond the mundane life and achieve the final liberation.		Positive Significations: There is a much deeper side to Ketu and it has been called the most spiritual of all planets. Ketu has been considered the planet of enlightenment and liberation. As the one who has “lost his head (worldly senses)” Being a personification of renunciation (torso without a head who needs nothing). Ketu the ascetic that wants to go beyond the mundane life and achieve the final liberation.
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	* [[Saptarishi]]		* [[Saptarishi]]
	* [[~~List of Hindu deities~~]]		* [[Orbital node]]

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	As per Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu have an orbital cycle of 18 years and are always 180 degrees from each other orbitally (as well as in the birth charts). This coincides with the precessional orbit of moon or the ~18-year rotational cycle of the lunar ascending and descending nodes on the earth's ecliptic plane. Ketu rules the [[Scorpio (astrology)\|Scorpio]] zodiac sign together with [[Mangala]]		As per Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu have an orbital cycle of 18 years and are always 180 degrees from each other orbitally (as well as in the birth charts). This coincides with the precessional orbit of moon or the ~18-year rotational cycle of the lunar ascending and descending nodes on the earth's ecliptic plane. Ketu rules the [[Scorpio (astrology)\|Scorpio]] zodiac sign together with [[Mangala]]

	Astronomically, [[Rahu]] and Ketu denote the points of intersection of the paths of the [[Sun]] and the [[Moon]] as they move on the [[celestial sphere]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite book\|last=Santhanam\|first=R.\|url=http://archive.org/details/BPHSEnglish\|title=Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (vol. 1)\|pages=24}}</ref> Therefore, Rahu and Ketu are respectively called the north and the south [[lunar node]]s. The fact that [[eclipse]]s occur when the Sun and the Moon are at one of these points gives rise to the understanding of swallowing of the Sun and the Moon by the snake. Ketu is responsible for causing the [[Eclipse of the Moon]].<ref name=":0" />		Astronomically, [[Rahu]] and Ketu denote the points of intersection of the paths of the [[Sun]] and the [[Moon]] as they move on the [[celestial sphere]], and do not correspond to a physical planet.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book\|last=Santhanam\|first=R.\|url=http://archive.org/details/BPHSEnglish\|title=Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (vol. 1)\|pages=24}}</ref> Therefore, Rahu and Ketu are respectively called the north and the south [[lunar node]]s. The fact that [[eclipse]]s occur when the Sun and the Moon are at one of these points gives rise to the understanding of swallowing of the Sun and the Moon by the snake. Ketu is responsible for causing the [[Eclipse of the Moon]].<ref name=":0" />

	~~It is notable that Rahu /Ketu Kala does not signify any celestial event.It is an imaginary period.~~

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	Friends Planets: Ketu is a friend of Mercury, Venus, and Saturn. Jupiter is neutral in friendship. Sun, Moon, and Mars are Ketu's enemies.		Friends Planets: Ketu is a friend of Mercury, Venus, and Saturn. Jupiter is neutral in friendship. Sun, Moon, and Mars are Ketu's enemies.

			==Astrology and navagraha worship ==

			[[Jyotisha]] is Hindu astrology, which entails concept of [[Nakshatra]] (see also [[List of Natchathara temples]]), [[Navagraha]] (see also [[Navagraha temples\|List of Navagraha temples]] and [[Saptarishi]] included in the [[list of Hindu deities]] whose [[List of Hindu temples\|dedicated temples]] are found at various [[Hindu pilgrimage sites]] to which Hindus take pilgrimage [[yatra]].

			==See also ==

			* [[Navagraha]]
			* [[Nakshatra]]
			* [[Jyotisha]]
			* [[Saptarishi]]
			* [[List of Hindu deities]]

	== References ==		== References ==

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	Astronomically, [[Rahu]] and Ketu denote the points of intersection of the paths of the [[Sun]] and the [[Moon]] as they move on the [[celestial sphere]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite book\|last=Santhanam\|first=R.\|url=http://archive.org/details/BPHSEnglish\|title=Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (vol. 1)\|pages=24}}</ref> Therefore, Rahu and Ketu are respectively called the north and the south [[lunar node]]s. The fact that [[eclipse]]s occur when the Sun and the Moon are at one of these points gives rise to the understanding of swallowing of the Sun and the Moon by the snake. Ketu is responsible for causing the [[Eclipse of the Moon]].<ref name=":0" />		Astronomically, [[Rahu]] and Ketu denote the points of intersection of the paths of the [[Sun]] and the [[Moon]] as they move on the [[celestial sphere]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite book\|last=Santhanam\|first=R.\|url=http://archive.org/details/BPHSEnglish\|title=Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (vol. 1)\|pages=24}}</ref> Therefore, Rahu and Ketu are respectively called the north and the south [[lunar node]]s. The fact that [[eclipse]]s occur when the Sun and the Moon are at one of these points gives rise to the understanding of swallowing of the Sun and the Moon by the snake. Ketu is responsible for causing the [[Eclipse of the Moon]].<ref name=":0" />

			It is notable that Rahu /Ketu Kala does not signify any celestial event.It is an imaginary period.

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{{short description|Hindu deity representing descending lunar node}}
{{EngvarB|date=October 2019}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=January 2017}}
{{Infobox deity
| type = Hindu
| image = Ketu graha.JPG
| alt = Ketu
| member_of = [[Navagraha]]
| caption = Ketu Dev: Tail of Demon Snake. When Moon moves from North to South in its orbit and crosses Sun's path – the incision point is called Ketu
| name = Ketu
| Sanskrit_transliteration = केतु
| affiliation = [[Graha]], [[Asura]], [[Svarbhanu]]
| god_of = [[Lunar eclipse]]s, South [[Lunar Node]]<br/>Body of [[Svarbhanu]]
| abode = Ketuloka
| mantra = {{IAST|Oṃ Viprachitti Putra Simhika Putra Om Navagraha Ketave Namaḥ}}
| weapon = Bhaala
| mount = Eagle
| number =
| planet =
| parents = Father : [[Viprachitti]]
Mother : [[Simhika]]
| siblings = [[Rahu]]
}}

'''Ketu''' ([[Sanskrit]]: [[:wikt:केतु#Sanskrit|केतु]], [[IAST]]: {{IAST|Ketú}}) ([[File:U+260B.svg|16px]]) is the descending (i.e. 'south') lunar node in [[Vedic]], or [[Hindu astrology]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/predictions/astrology/ketu-the-planet-of-detachment/ |title=Rise above the mundane...and material..says Ketu, the planet of detachment! |publisher=ganeshaspeaks.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.speakingtree.in/allslides/the-lesser-known-story-of-rahu-and-ketu/266298 |title=The less known story of Rahu and Ketu! |publisher=speakingtree.in }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.shrivinayakaastrology.com/Planets/roleofketu.html |title=Role Of Ketu in Astrology |publisher=shrivinayakaastrology.com }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.heerejawharat.com/astrology/planets-significance/ketu.php |title=Ketu Astrological significance |publisher=heerejawharat.com }}</ref> According to accounts in [[Hinduism]], Ketu belongs to Jaimini Gotra, whereas Rahu is from Paiteenasa gotra; hence the two are entirely different entities with distinct characteristics but nonetheless are two parts of a common body. Ketu is generally referred to as a "shadow" planet. It is believed to have a tremendous impact on human lives and also the whole creation. In some special circumstances it helps someone achieve the zenith of fame. Ketu is often depicted with a gem or star on his head signifying a mystery light.{{cn|date=March 2018}}

As per Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu have an orbital cycle of 18 years and are always 180 degrees from each other orbitally (as well as in the birth charts). This coincides with the precessional orbit of moon or the ~18-year rotational cycle of the lunar ascending and descending nodes on the earth's ecliptic plane. Ketu rules the [[Scorpio (astrology)|Scorpio]] zodiac sign together with [[Mangala]]

Astronomically, [[Rahu]] and Ketu denote the points of intersection of the paths of the [[Sun]] and the [[Moon]] as they move on the [[celestial sphere]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite book|last=Santhanam|first=R.|url=http://archive.org/details/BPHSEnglish|title=Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (vol. 1)|pages=24}}</ref> Therefore, Rahu and Ketu are respectively called the north and the south [[lunar node]]s. The fact that [[eclipse]]s occur when the Sun and the Moon are at one of these points gives rise to the understanding of swallowing of the Sun and the Moon by the snake. Ketu is responsible for causing the [[Eclipse of the Moon]].<ref name=":0" />

==Astrology==
[[File:Planet ketu.JPG|thumbnail|left|A mural of Ketu. Depicted as the body without head. from Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur]]

In [[Hindu astrology]] Ketu represents karmic collections both good and bad, spirituality and supernatural influences. Ketu signifies the spiritual process of the refinement of materialisation to the spirit and is considered both malefic and benefic, as it causes sorrow and loss, and yet at the same time turns the individual to God. In other words, it causes material loss in order to force a more spiritual outlook in the person. Ketu is a ''karaka'' or indicator of intelligence, wisdom, non-attachment, fantasy, penetrating insight, derangement, and psychic abilities. Ketu is believed to bring prosperity to the devotee's family, removes the effects of snakebite and illness arising out of poisons. He grants good health, wealth and cattle to his devotees. Ketu is the lord of three [[nakshatra]]s or lunar mansions: [[Ashvini]], [[Magha (nakshatra)|Magha]] and [[Mula (astrology)|Mula]].

Ketu is considered responsible for ''[[moksha]]'', ''[[sannyasa]]'', self-realization, ''[[Jnana|gnana]]'', a wavering nature, restlessness, the endocrine system and slender physique.

The people who come under the influence of Ketu can achieve great heights, most of them spiritual.

Rahu, being a karmic planet would show the necessity and urge to work on a specific area of life where there had been ignorance in the past life. To balance the apparent dissatisfaction one has to go that extra mile to provide a satisfactory settlement in the present lifetime. Rahu can remove all negative qualities of every planet while Ketu can emphasis every positive quality of the planet.

Ruler of Ketu: According to the most popular astrology text Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, (BPHS) Ketu is related to Matsya.

Exaltation and Debilitation: This has been a debatable point in astrology, as per BPHS Ketu is exalted in the sign of Scorpio and debilitated in Taurus, however, many astrologers have disputed this and most modern astrologers now seem to agree that Ketu is exalted in Sagittarius and debilitated in Gemini {{Citation needed|date=September 2017}}. This stands to logic as Ketu is a [[torso]] and a prominent part of Sagittarius is a big horse torso attached to a male upper body.

Negative Significations: While Ketu is considered malefic and has been mostly associated with negative things. Most people consider it a difficult planet as it brings lot of troubles on the material plane. It often brings a sense of complete detachment, losses, mindlessness, wandering, and confusion in one's life.

Positive Significations: There is a much deeper side to Ketu and it has been called the most spiritual of all planets. Ketu has been considered the planet of enlightenment and liberation. As the one who has “lost his head (worldly senses)” Being a personification of renunciation (torso without a head who needs nothing). Ketu the ascetic that wants to go beyond the mundane life and achieve the final liberation.

Friends Planets: Ketu is a friend of Mercury, Venus, and Saturn. Jupiter is neutral in friendship. Sun, Moon, and Mars are Ketu's enemies.

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