Key Information About Ketu in Astrology

Ketu in Astrology:

 In astrology, Ketu is considered a malefic (shadow) planet. It is associated with spiritual knowledge, detachment, intense mental abilities, and liberation (moksha).

Effect of Ketu:

 Ketu, being a shadow planet, usually resides in the trik houses (6th, 8th, and 12th). It gives results according to the lord of the house it is placed in. It brings sudden and unexpected changes in life and symbolises incompleteness or disconnection.

Ketu's Position:

 According to Hindu beliefs, Ketu is considered exalted in Scorpio (Vrishchik) and debilitated in Taurus (Vrishabh). Its impact depends on past karmas and life experiences.

Religious Beliefs About Ketu:

 Ketu is linked to duality and illusion. It is associated with Kaal Sarp Yog and is believed to represent the severed tail of the demon Rahu (symbolising body without a head).

Remedies to Strengthen and Pacify Ketu:

 To reduce the negative effects of Ketu, one should worship Lord Ganesha, serve those related to Ketu, donate items linked with Rahu, recite the Ganapati Atharvashirsha, and chant Ketu’s mantras. For peace, one may donate black sesame seeds (til), wear black clothes, offer sweets (laddus), silver, or black gram.

Ketu Mantras:
 🕉 Om Kem Ketave Namah
 🕉 Sraam Sreem Sraum Sah Ketave Namah

Chant Count: 17,000
 Chanting Time: Night (Raatrikal)

Donations for Ketu:
 Black sesame laddus, black clothes

Metals for Ketu:
 Silver, Iron

Favourable Colours for Ketu:
 Blue, Brown

Other Donations for Ketu:
 Sesame seeds, black cloth, pumpkin, Brahmin donation, oil, sacred thread