According to Vedic Astrology, Rahu and Ketu are the shadow planets, who can have a strong influence on the lives of an individual. Although, astronomically, they do not exist. Rahu and Ketu are a part of Navagraha or the nine planets, which form the basis of Vedic Astrology. They are the two nodes of our Moon. Rahu is the ascending node of the Moon while Ketu is the descending node of the Moon. These two snake planets are indicators of your past life karma and play an important role in shaping your present life situations. As per Vedic Astrology, Ketu governs spiritual life, crime and punishment, hidden enemies and dangers, and the occult. Ketu is also related with deep thinking, desire for knowledge, changing events, spiritual growth, comets, cheatings, and mental illness. Read on to know about the effects of Ketu when placed in each of the 12 Houses in a birth chart.
Ketu in the 1st House
A person with Ketu in the first house in his or her would be rich and challenging, but would always be caring about his/her family. The effects of Ketu are generally considered auspicious or benefic for the native’s family members when in the first House. However, when in the 1st house, if Ketu is malefic, you could suffer from headaches. If Ketu in 1st house is malefic, the native’s spouse and children could suffer from health problems. When Ketu is in the first house in Varsha Kundali (yearly horoscope) could also indicate that there could be the birth of a child in the family. The native with Ketu in the first house would always be helpful and beneficial for his father or uncles.
Ketu in the 2nd House
The second house is ruled by Moon, which is considered as an inimical planet to Ketu. If Ketu in the 2ndHouse is benefic, then one can get rewards or gifts from parents. The individual would have an opportunity to travel to many different places and the travels would also prove fruitful. If Jupiter is exalted along with Ketu in the 2nd House, then there could be more financial gains for the person. If Ketu in the second house is malefic, then one may not have a good or favorable travel experience.
Ketu in the 3rd House
The third house is ruled by Mercury and Mars; both these planets do not go well with Ketu. If Ketu in the 3rd House is benefic, it would be favorable for the native’s children. If Ketu is in the 3rd House and Mars is in 12th House in a birth chart, then the native could have a child at an early age (like 20s). The native with Ketu in 3rd House would generally travel for job/work rather than for recreational purposes. If Ketu in the 3rd House is malefic, then the native could lose money in litigation. He could get separated from his or her family member. The native may have trouble with his or her siblings and could have to travel ineffectually.
Ketu in the 4th House
The fourth house is ruled by the mind controller, Moon. If Ketu is benefic in the 4th House, then the native would be lucky for his or her father and Guru (teacher). Such a native would leave all the decisions to God and follow the Divine. Native with Ketu in the fourth house would also be a good adviser and financially strong. If Ketu is malefic in the fourth house, then the individual could suffer from health issues such as diabetes, which could affect his or her mindset too.
Ketu in the 5th House
The fifth house is ruled by the planet of power and authority, Sun and is also affected by the fortune planet, Jupiter. An individual’s financial condition would be excellent if Jupiter, Sun or Moon is in 4th, 6th, or 12th Houses. Ketu in the 5thHouse could be benefic by itself after 24 years of age. If Ketu in 5thHouse is malefic, then the native could suffer from some health problems. Ketu could give malefic results until five years of age.
Ketu in the 6th House
The 6th house belongs to the planet of wit and communication, Mercury. Ketu in 6th House is considered debilitated. The effect of Ketu depends upon the position of Jupiter in the birth chart. It would give good results concerned with the children. The native with Ketu in sixth House would be a good adviser. If Jupiter is benefic, then the native would enjoy a long life and his or her family life would be happy and peaceful. If any two of these planets - Sun, Jupiter, and Mars are placed in benefic positions, then Ketu would give benefic results. If Ketu is malefic in 6thHouse, then the natives’ maternal family could suffer. The native could also have many useless travels. People would generally misunderstand the native.
Ketu in the 7th House
The 7th House of the chart belongs to the planet of communication, Mercury and the planet of love & money, Venus. If Ketu is beneficially laced in the seventh house, then the native would have financial gain at an early age. If one has the help of Mercury, Jupiter, or Venus, then the native could never be disappointed of his or her wishes. If Ketu in 7th House is malefic, then the native would suffer from illness often, could make false promises, and troubled by enemies till his or her 30s. If there is more than one planet in the Lagna or Ascendant, then it would affect children adversely. If Ketu is placed with Mercury in the 7th House, then after thirty-four years of age, the native’s enemies would vanish away by themselves.
Ketu in the 8th House
The eighth House in the birth chart is ruled by the fiery planet Mars, which is considered inimical to Ketu. If Ketu in the 8th House is benefic, then the native could have a new member addition (child) in the family. If Jupiter or Mars are not placed in the 6th and 12th Houses, then Ketu does not give malefic results. A similar effect is there when Moon is in 2nd House. If Ketu in eighth House is malefic, then the native’s partner could suffer from some health issues. Saturn or Mars in 7th House, when Ketu in 8th House is generally not considered favorable for the native.
Ketu in the 9th House
The 9th House in the birth chart is ruled by the planet of luck and fortune, Jupiter, which is considered a friendly planet to Ketu. Ketu in the 9th house is considered to be very powerful. People with Ketu in the ninth House would be obedient, lucky, and well-off. If Moon is also placed in a benefic position, then the native would be helpful to his or her maternal family. If Ketu in 9thHouse is malefic, then the individual could suffer from urinary problems, back pain, and problem in the legs.
Ketu in the 10th House
The 10th House in a birth chart is ruled by the planet of karma, Saturn or Shani. The effect of Ketu here depends upon the nature and position of Saturn in the native’s horoscope. If Ketu is benefic here, then the native can be extremely lucky but an opportunist. If Saturn is in the sixth house, then one can become a famous personality. If Ketu in 10th House is malefic, then one may suffer from urinary, hearing problems and pain in the bones. The family life of the individual would be full of worries and troubled, if Saturn is in 4thHouse, when Ketu is in the 10th House.
Ketu in the 11th House
Ketu placed in the eleventh house is considered very favorable. This House is ruled by Jupiter and Saturn. If Ketu is benefic here and Saturn is placed in the 3rd House, it could give more wealth. The native with Ketu in the 11th House would generally be a self-made businessperson or entrepreneur. If Mercury is in 3rdHouse, it could result in Raja Yoga. If Ketu is malefic here, then the native could have problems in the digestion system and stomach. The more he or she is worrie about the future, the more troubled they could get into.
Ketu in the 12th House
Ketu placed in the twelfth house is considered to be exalted. The native with Ketu in the 12th House of the birth chart would be wealthy and could achieve a very successful position. They would also be good at social works and community contributions. If Rahu is in the 6th House, along with Mercury, when Ketu is in 12thHouse, then the benefic results are even better. One could enjoy all the benefits and luxuries of life. If Ketu in the 12th House is malefic, then one may make wrong decisions while acquiring lands and roperties. If 2ndHouse has Moon, Venus, or Mars, Ketu would give malefic results. Read more : https://www.astroved.com/astropedia/en/freetools/kundali-matching
