Vedic astrology uses 9 planets — the navagraha. Each one has a clear job, and most of them "rule" one or two signs.
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SuryaSunSoul, authority, vitalityRules Simha (5)
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ChandraMoonMind, emotions, motherRules Karkat (4)
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MangalMarsEnergy, courage, actionRules Mesh (1) & Vrishchik (8)
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BudhaMercuryIntellect, speech, tradeRules Mithun (3) & Kanya (6)
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GuruJupiterWisdom, growth, fortuneRules Dhanu (9) & Meen (12)
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ShukraVenusLove, beauty, comfortRules Vrishabh (2) & Tula (7)
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ShaniSaturnDiscipline, time, karmaRules Makar (10) & Kumbh (11)
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RahuNorth nodeDesire, ambition, the suddenShadow planet
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KetuSouth nodeDetachment, spiritualityShadow planet
Now see it from the signs' side — every rashi is owned by one of these planets:
- Rahu & Ketu are shadow planets — in the basics they don't rule a sign.
- A planet's own signs are where it feels most at ease — that matters later for strength.
Next: The kundali and the 12 houses
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