Signification of the Nine Planets of the Horoscope: Rahu
Rahu:
North Node or Rahu unlike other planets does not have a physical shape or existence; it is an astronomical point in the sky based on intricate calculation of Vedic Mathematics. In Vedic Astrology it is comparable to a planet, and by far is the most feared of them all. Its impact is very powerful representing Karmic subjugation from previous births and stands for materialism, entranced desires and worldly ambitions.
Rahu takes almost 18 years to complete its cycle of the zodiac and it stays in each sign for about 1 ½ years. It is considered that it co-rules with Saturn the sign of Aquarius, which falls in the 11th house of the natural zodiac. It is friendly with Mercury, Venus, Saturn and Ketu. It’s neutral to Jupiter, whereas Sun, Moon and Mars are its enemies. Rahu is influential and positive if placed in Virgo, its place of exaltation; the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius or a friendly sign and it is negative when debilitated in the sign of Pisces.
An auspicious and powerful Rahu in a horoscope signifies wealth, name, fame, status, fulfillment of desires, victory over enemies and realization of ambitions. It represents politicians, civil servants and people holding key positions in government and society. It further grants knowledge of occult sciences, unconventional thinking, psychological intuition and success in foreign lands and with people of foreign origin.
Rahu will give varied results in accordance with the ascendant of a natal chart. Results will be determined according to the sign and house position where it is placed and the strength of the depositor of that house. It is very powerful in the 3rd, 6th, 10th and the 11th house and it is considered weak when it is in the 1st, 8th and the 12th house.