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Ketu, the South Node of the Moon means a "sign",
or a "banner" in Sanskrit. If Rahu is the planet of
worldly desire, then Ketu is the planet of otherworldly
desire, or spirituality. Ketu represents the spiritual
process of evolution, or the refinement of
materialization to spirit. Ketu is considered a worldly
malefic and spiritual benefice, as it causes sorrow and
loss, which ultimately turns the individual to
god.
The karakas, or indicators of Ketu are
focused intelligence, indicator of liberation, indicator
of wisdom, non-attachment, other worldly interests,
fantasy, penetrating insight, derangement, carrier of
arms and weapons, invisibility and physic
abilities.
Ketu's gem is the cat's eye. This Graha
is of a Pitta, or fiery temperament. Ketu has the last
maturity of all the planets at age 48, when the soul
turns to the pursuit of MOKSHA the pursuit of liberation
from this world.
KETU - THE DRAGON'S TAIL
Ketu is often depicted with a gem, or a
star on his head, which emits a mystery light. Ketu is
said to be a member of the Jaimini lineage of sages, who
founded one of the several systems of philosophy of
ancient India. There are wonderful myths associated with
Rahu and Ketu.
The Nagas of Vedic lore is serpent like,
semi-divine beings, which offer knowledge, protection,
as well as wrath and retribution to those they
encounter. The forked tongue of the serpent's bite
represents intoxication, the first being poison,
resulting in dementia, the second being amrita, or
spiritual nectar, resulting in ecstasy and divine
consciousness.
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