The Nine Planets (Navagraha)

The planets are the active forces, the primary movers and shakers of destiny and character. Understanding their role, aspects, and houses is the core of astrological knowledge. Dive into each of the nine major astrological bodies below.

Total Articles: 9 Major Planets

Planetary Deep Dives (Navagraha)

Graphic representing the Sun

The King

Surya (Sun)

The source of life, ego, and career success. Its position defines your core self.

Graphic representing the Moon

The Queen

Chandra (Moon)

Governs the mind, emotions, mother and inner stability. Its position defines how you process life and seek security.

Graphic representing Mars

The Commander

Mangala (Mars)

The source of energy, courage, siblings and conflict. Its position defines how you act, fight, and assert yourself.

Graphic representing Mercury

The Interpreter of Logic

Budha (Mercury)

The source of intellect, analysiis, communication, and skill. Its position defines how you think, learn, and negotiate reality.

Graphic representing Jupiter

The Teacher

Guru (Jupiter)

The source of wisdom, belief, guidance and expansion. Its position defines how you grow, teach, and find meaning.

Graphic representing Venus

The Principle of Attraction

Shukra (Venus)

The source of desire, pleasure, luxury and relationships. Its position defines what you value and how you attach.

Graphic representing Saturn

The Teacher of Consequences

Shani (Saturn)

The source of discipline, limitation, longetivity and endurance. Its position defines where you are tested and matured

Graphic representing Rahu

The Shadow of Obsession

Rahu (North Node)

The source of obsession, ambition, and craving. Its position defines where desire drives growth through instability.

Graphic representing Ketu

The Tail of Dissolution

Ketu (South Node)

The source of detachment, insight, and release. Its position defines where mastery exists but interest fades.