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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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