The Role of the 9 Planets in Vedic Astrology

The nine Grahas of Jyotish include the seven visible bodies plus the lunar nodes Rahu and Ketu. Together they represent every archetypal energy at play in your life.

Karakatvas

Each graha has its karakatvas — natural significations. For example, the Sun signifies soul and father, Moon signifies mind and mother, Mars signifies courage and siblings.