Planets

In Vedic astrology, the positioning of these planets in a birth chart, along with their aspects and relationship with each other, helps interpret the individual’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities in life. Planetary positions can reveal the individual’s natural tendencies, potential areas of growth, and the outcomes of past karmas.

Sun

Sun (Surya): Vitality, authority, ego; 3rd and 10th houses.

Moon

Moon (Chandra): Emotions, family, nurturing; 4th house.

Mars

Mars (Mangal/Mangala): Energy, aggression, courage; 1st and 4th houses.

Saturn

Saturn (Shani): Discipline, hard work, time; 3rd and 10th houses.

Rahu

Rahu: North lunar node, aspirations, unexpected; 4th and 8th houses.

Ketu

Ketu: South lunar node, spirituality, detachment; 2nd and 7th houses.

Mercury

Mercury (Budha): Communication, intellect, learning; 2nd and 3rd houses.

Jupiter

Jupiter (Guru): Wisdom, growth, spirituality; 5th and 9th houses.

Venus

Venus (Shukra): Love, luxury, relationships; 2nd and 7th houses.

Vedic astrology, also known as Jyotish, is the traditional horoscope interpretation system used in India. It considers nine planets, known as “Grahas,” which include the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu (North Node), and Ketu (South Save Node). Each planet has a unique influence on an individual’s personality, destiny, and life events.

Sun (Surya): Representing authority, power, and ego, the Sun reflects a person’s leadership qualities and self-esteem. Individuals with a strong Sun influence are often confident, ambitious, and self-reliant.  

Moon (Chandra): Symbolizing emotions, creativity, and family, the Moon reveals a person’s sensitivity and emotional nature. Individuals with a strong Moon influence are generally empathetic, artistic, and emotionally-driven.

Mars (Mangal/Kuja): Representing energy, passion, and assertiveness, Mars highlights a person’s drive, courage, and aggression. Those with a strong Mars influence are usually high-energy, and often feel intense emotions and impulses.

Mercury (Budh): Associated with intellect, communication, and analytics, Mercury showcases a person’s communication skills and thought processes. Those with a strong Mercury influence are often intelligent, quick-witted, and logical.

Jupiter (Guru): Symbolizing growth, wisdom, and prosperity, Jupiter indicates a person’s philosophy, beliefs, and spiritual inclinations. Individuals with a strong Jupiter influence are generally optimistic, philosophical, and generous.

Venus (Shukra/SUTH): Representing love, harmony, and sensuality, Venus reflects a person’s relationships, creativity, and aesthetic sensibilities. Those with a strong Venus influence are generally affectionate, caring, and aesthetically-oriented.

Saturn (Shani): Associated with patience, discipline, and karma, Saturn reveals a person’s perseverance, endurance, and lessons they need to learn. Individuals with a strong Saturn influence are often serious, disciplined, and hardworking.

Rahu: Representing mystery, unpredictability, and illusion, Rahu impacts a person’s ambitions, goals, and desire for mastery. Those with a strong Rahu influence are often ambitious, mysterious, and driven.

Ketu: Associated with spirituality, detachment, and transformation, Ketu shows a person’s intuitive abilities, spiritual inclinations, and capacity to break free from limitations. Individuals with a strong Ketu influence are often mystic, intuitive, and transformative.

The planetary positions in a Vedic birth chart (Janmapatrika) significantly affect an individual’s personality, destiny, and life events. A professional Vedic astrologer can provide a detailed analysis of your Vedic birth chart to understand your strengths, weaknesses, and potential opportunities.