The 9 Planets

Sun (Surya) is the king of planets in Vedic astrology, representing the soul, father, government, authority, and vitality. It rules Leo and is exalted in Aries.

Moon (Chandra) rules the mind, emotions, and mother in Vedic astrology. It governs Cancer, is exalted in Taurus, and represents our emotional nature and public image.

Mars (Mangal) is the planet of energy, courage, and action. It rules Aries and Scorpio, is exalted in Capricorn, and represents brothers, property, and competition.

Mercury (Budh) is the planet of intelligence, communication, and business. It rules Gemini and Virgo, is exalted in Virgo, and governs education and commerce.

Jupiter (Guru) is the great benefic planet of wisdom, fortune, and dharma. It rules Sagittarius and Pisces, is exalted in Cancer, and governs teachers, children, and spirituality.

Venus (Shukra) is the planet of love, beauty, and luxury. It rules Taurus and Libra, is exalted in Pisces, and governs marriage, arts, and all forms of pleasure.

Saturn (Shani) is the planet of karma, discipline, and justice. It rules Capricorn and Aquarius, is exalted in Libra, and teaches through delays and hard work.

Rahu is the North Node of Moon, representing obsession, foreign lands, technology, and unconventional success. It amplifies material desires and brings sudden transformations.

Ketu is the South Node of Moon, representing spirituality, liberation (moksha), past life karma, and detachment. It grants intuition, healing abilities, and spiritual wisdom.