Mystery of Ketu Mahadasha………….

Ketu is an imaginary planet like Rahu and holds a mysterious and influential role in Vedic Astrology. Representing the south node of the Moon, Ketu is known as the dragon's tail, the severed half of the demon Svarbhanu. This occurred when Lord Vishnu beheaded the demon for attempting to drink the nectar of immortality. Ketu is the lord of three nakshatras or lunar mansions: Ashvini, Magha and Mula. Ketu is considered responsible for moksha, sannyasa, self-realization, a wavering nature, restlessness, the endocrine system and slender physique.

The whole message of Ketu is Just Be Yourself.

Most people think that Saturn is the only planet that indicates suffering and trouble. But there is another planet Ketu who gives more trouble and pain and that is the Mahadasha of Ketu, the seven years period that will make most people realize that the world is something of an illusion. Reach out to God during Ketu Dasha and that is the only solution. If there is any Mahadasha by which even a disbeliever of Astrology will turn towards this wonderful ancient science of human life, then it is surely Ketu Mahadasha. Only few people may say that nothing much happened during Ketu Mahadasha but most people will surely say, “Oh My God…. even my enemy must not go through a Ketu Dasha”. They are Lucky who have well placed Ketu in their birth chart. Is it based on luck? Never. For every good result that we experience there was an action related to it in the past or past life. So what we normally call luck is just the output of a good action done in the past. Since the good was done in the past life, we do not see how it came and therefore for such unknown causes we call it luck. If the result is negative we term it is a bad luck. If Ketu is in the 2nd, 8th or 12th house and is further afflicted by malefic like Mars, Sun, Saturn then the trouble increases manifold. Such people should turn to GOD and do lot of good things to the suffering human beings around them if they are interested in altering the course of their destiny. Destiny is alterable at any point in time. Only issue is that it is not easy. If you have well a placed Ketu then you have done a lot of good things in your previous lives.

Ketu is Detachment. Freedom is the ultimate experience of life. And Ketu gives this Freedom to us through detachment. Life can be experienced only when we are truly free. We have built walls around ourselves and set boundaries, so what have we achieved by becoming human? Ketu is all about living in a completely void state and Ketu knows neither any limits nor any restrictions in our life. So Ketu can liberate us. Because only our mind builds barriers and creates limits and conditions in our life, only the mind discriminates and as soon as we attain the state of emptiness of our mind, that is actually true freedom. Freedom has to develop from within. The more we distance ourselves from our mind, the more easily we will be able to move forward during Ketu Mahadasha. Clinging is the nature of the mind and Ketu wants us to leave it. When we become too attached to the matters of our life like money, power, family, relationships etc., we find it very difficult to leave. And the more we hold on, the more we will invite miseries during Ketu Mahadasha. And hence the main reason for making Ketu Mahadasha hell is attachment. When we are willing to leave, willing to forgive and forget, only then can Ketu Mahadasha truly become a wonderful journey that brings much wisdom into our existence. Ketu's Mahadasha is like the winter season. During the winter season, all the leaves of trees fall just so that the tree can give birth to absolutely brand new leaves, that is how we all should be during Ketu Mahadasha, let all the leaves fall, because through this Loss, a new life is soon going to be born, fresh, and alive. That is why Ketu Mahadasha is of immense significance. The whole Cleansing Process of our life happens only during the Ketu Mahadasha. After the Winter season is over, Spring arrives which brings new leaves and flowers on tree. In our life, Venus Mahadasha is like the season of Spring which starts after the end of Ketu Mahadasha and brings new enthusiasm. Once we have been through the suffering phase during Ketu Mahadasha then the cleansing happens, but this cleansing of body, mind and soul can remain intact only if we take help of meditation.

The Foundation of a new purified life is prepared only during the Ketu Mahadasha. Ketu therefore is the Protector, the Provider, the Master. In the Mercury Mahadasha, we use too much of our Head/Logic and become a Mechanical which causes losing of opportunity to create meaningful life. Mercury Mahadasha can give us huge money but meaningful life is possible only during Ketu Mahadasha. And Ketu period comes just after Mercury Mahadasha and this is a beautiful way of Universe to tell us that Enough is Enough, now Wake up otherwise it will be too late. Ketu Mahadasha brings awareness in our life and and once awareness comes then we transform, we mature, we evolve. Ketu Mahadasha make us a wise man. Ketu may bring suffering that eventually transform us into a beautiful wise person. Ketu is Detachment and it’s Mahadasha is the process of attaining freedom, liberation and moksha which comes only through Detachment. The First birth is through the Mother when we attain a new life through physical pain and the Second birth, Spiritual birth is through the Ketu where we Reborn through too much pain and experience the higher realms of consciousness. People on this earth only wants more worldly pleasure, more money, more power and when they continue with this way then it is sure that hard time will come and they will go through a worse time during Ketu Mahadasha. So it all depends on us that how much awareness is within us .to protect ourselves from hardness of time. Ketu is the greatest energy of this Universe and Enlightenment is possible only through Ketu because Ketu is all about being detached, being spiritual, and turning towards inner self.

Ketu wants us to stop being Mechanical and bring more Aliveness to our being and this is possible only when we start becoming Spiritual. Ketu Mahadasha therefore is a wonderful period of self-transformation for those who are bringing the wonderful essence of spirituality in every act of their life. We defame Ketu but it is not Ketu who is frustrating us but it is our idiocy, our ignorance, our unwillingness to listen to what Life has to say is what makes us frustrated during Ketu Mahadasha. Listening to life means living with Acceptance. It is only when we live with Acceptance that we can find peace, and we can progress in life. The more we are unwilling to Accept, we will remain stuck and can never move on. During Ketu Mahadasha, we have to simply realize the fact that all the Bad Karma of the past are here now for deep cleansing. And cleansing can cause pain, a worthful pain. During Ketu Mahadasha when we go deep into the meditation, we rejoice in our detachment, we keep good company, we devote ourselves at the feet of the Lord, that is how beautifully the cleansing, the learning and the enlightening is possible during Ketu Mahadasha.

Lucky are those who will never go through a Ketu Mahadasha. It happens only if one is born in any of the following stars:

When Rising Moon is in Venus’s Nakshatra-Bharni, Purvaphalguni or Purvaashada…………………if one is born in these Nakshatra, he will never go through Ketu Mahadasha. The reason for this is that Ketu Dasha starts when he is 113 years old.

When Rising Moon is in Ketu’s Nakshatra-Ashwini, Magha or Moola……………………………….One who is born in Ashwini, Magha and Moola start his life in Ketu Dasha. Mostly he do not feel the blow of Ketu except when Ketu is badly placed for example in the 8th house or 12th house. This is because he is under the care of his parents. So if the parents are alive and if in the horoscope of such a person, the house of mother and the house of father is strong and beneficial then parental care prevents any further problems. In most cases if Rahu and Ketu cause some dosha like sarpa dosha etc, then either the father or the mother may have serious setback. It is also said that the the 1st 4 years of a child is influenced by the mother and the next 4 years by the father. After 8 years the child is fully on its own karma. So if one is born in Ketu dasha then there is usually not so much trouble to the person.

When Rising Moon is in Mercury’s Nakshatra-Aslesha, Jyestha or Revati………………………………….One who is born in Aslesha, Jyeshta and Revati, he will go through Ketu dasha in his early 20s. Such people have to be careful because this is the time when karma starts to manifest itself. He has to study in a college, much depends on what happens in college. He may not study well. He may fall in love. Really fall down. Usually he fall in love with a forbidden girl or boy. Usually out of caste, he may have an unusual type of marriage. This applies only for those in a conservative society. Such a person may get into drugs, alcohol or smoking. Effort must be taken to either avoid such habits or limit the intake to a bear minimum. Lucky are those who do not even experiment with such forbidden items, because once the experiment happens the habit is sure to follow.

When Rising Moon is in Saturn’s Nakshatra-Pushya, Anuradha or Uttrabhadra………………………….If one is born in Pushya, Anuradha or Uttarabhadra star then Ketu dasha will be the 3rd dasha of his life, so he is likely to get it around his 30s. So he should be very careful because it is the centre point of active life.

When Rising Moon is in Jupiter’s Nakshatra-Punarvasu, Vishaka or Poorvabhadra…………………………If one is born in these nakshatra, his Ketu dasha will be the 4th dasha and he will get it close to his 50s. After living a successful life in the previous Mercury Mahadasha, he may nose dive into failures. He should be aware of this in Mercury Dasha and start losing his Ego due to success. Otherwise Ketu dasha will be ready to snatch it away from him by force.

When Rising Moon is in Rahu’s Nakshatra-Ardra, Swati or Satmisha………………………………..Then Ketu dasha will be the 5th dasha and one will get close to his mid 60s. So Ketu might give him health problems. If Ketu is the ruler of the 2nd or the 7th house or if Ketu is placed in 2nd, 7th or 8th or 12th house then he should be extremely careful. The more he take care of health problems among the poor the happier he will be.

According to Maharshi Parasara, A well placed Ketu gives good results during the 1st 1/3rd of Ketu dasha. During the middle part there will be intense period and during the last 1/3rd travel to foreign countries and fear of ailments etc.

The best way to understand what is store for us in Ketu Mahadasha is to divide the 7 years period into 3 parts. Divide it and we will get 2 years and 4 months each. Normally the 1st part will not trouble us that much. That is because Ketu seems to give a last chance to change our way of thinking. Change our habits. From bad to good. When we are in the middle, we can feel it’s getting hotter.

Effect of Ketu Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha…………………………………During this time, the Native may experience a deeper understanding of his true self and his place in the world. He may also become more detached from material pursuits and become more focused on his spiritual journey. However, this period can also bring challenges and obstacles. The Native may face difficulties related to his mental and emotional state, as well as health issues and a lack of energy and determination. He may also experience difficulties related to his spiritual journey and his sense of detachment from the material world.

Effect of Venus Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha………………………………… During this time, the Native may experience difficulties related to his relationships and financial stability. He may also face challenges related to his personal values and self-esteem. However, this period can also bring positive opportunities for growth and self-discovery. The Native may have a deeper understanding of his relationships and material pursuits, leading to a clearer sense of his priorities and values. He may also experience increased creativity and a greater appreciation for the arts.

Effect of Sun Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha…………………………………….. During this time, the Native may experience difficulties related to his self-esteem and personal identity. He may also face challenges related to his reputation and his sense of purpose in the world. However, this period can also bring positive opportunities for growth and development. The Native may have a deeper understanding of his true self and his place in the world. He may also become more confident and assertive, and develop a clearer sense of his personal identity and goals.

Effect of Moon Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha……………………………………..During this time, the Native may experience difficulties related to his emotions, relationships, and sense of security. He may also face challenges related to his personal and professional growth. However, this period can also bring positive opportunities for growth and self-discovery. The Native may have a deeper understanding of his emotional needs and his relationships, leading to a clearer sense of his priorities and values. He may also experience increased creativity and intuition.

Effect of Mars Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha……………………………………..During this time, the Native may experience difficulties related to his energy levels, assertiveness, and confidence. He may also face challenges related to his personal and professional growth. However, this period can also bring positive opportunities for growth and development. The Native may have a deeper understanding of his personal and professional goals, leading to increased determination and motivation. He may also become more assertive and confident in their abilities.

Effect of Rahu Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha……………………………………..During this time, the Native may experience difficulties related to his personal and professional growth, as well as sense of identity. He may also face challenges related to relationships and emotional stability. However, this period can also bring positive opportunities for growth and self-discovery. The Native may have a deeper understanding of personal and professional goals, leading to increased determination and motivation. He may also become more assertive and confident in their abilities.

Effect of Jupiter Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha……………………………………..During this time, the Native may experience positive opportunities related to personal and professional growth, as well as spiritual and intellectual development. He may also experience improved relationships and increased financial stability. However, this period can also bring challenges related to overconfidence and a lack of caution. The Native may become too focused on own growth and neglect the needs of others, leading to strained relationships and a sense of disconnection.

Effect of Saturn Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha……………………………………..During this time, the Native may face challenges related to personal and professional growth, as well as relationships and emotional stability. He may experience delays and obstacles, and feel a sense of restriction and confinement. However, this period can also bring positive opportunities for growth and self-discovery. The Native may become more focused and determined in personal and professional goals, leading to increased discipline and responsibility. He may also experience improved relationships and increased financial stability.

Effect of Mercury Antardasha in Ketu Mahadasha……………………………………..During this time, the Native may experience increased opportunities for intellectual and creative pursuits, as well as improved communication and relationships. He may also have increased mental clarity and the ability to think critically and make sound decisions. However, this period can also bring challenges related to miscommunication and confusion. The Native may become indecisive and struggle to express himself effectively, leading to misunderstandings and strained relationships.

Possibility of developing Tendencies to harm own life during Ketu Mahadasha……………………………Most people in their Ketu Dasha had this strange thought of ending life. Among the human beings rarely this thought comes because men and women are curious to know how things are going to shape up for them in the future. This curiosity protects them from suicidal thoughts. They mostly love life. There is also this subconscious thought that “I live forever”, and suicide is not really an ending but the beginning of another life without a body. You become a ghost and find it hard to get a rebirth. This subconscious thought protects each one of us from committing suicide. No one want to quit, but in Ketu Mahadasha people tend to lose their heads because Ketu is headless.

Events that can happen during Ketu Mahadasha………………………………………..Divorce or separation in case there is incompatibility and also astrological reasons for a failed marriage. Suddenly a Steep fall from a high position. An fatal accident where one may almost see death and the accident will be remembered for a long time. The way of Meditation stop things from getting worse because Ketu wants from us like this. The purpose of a this Mahadasha is to give the true picture that the world is just an illusion and we have been chasing. Avoid to travel on the day of Birth Nakshatra or when Moon is in 8th house in transit. This Mahadasha help us to identify our true friends so loss/difference of dear friends and relatives is possible. Economically feeling of let down.

To do during Ketu Mahadasha………………………. Minimise your expectations. Learn the lessons of your life and be Grateful to God. Just focus on purifying your day to day life by reciting the holy mantras, the shlokas and Hanuman Chalisa. So remain humble and grounded. Read the scriptures related to your religion and follow the rules of your religion. Follow the path of love and peace and contemplate on God and Good. If Hindu then pray to Lord Ganesha and avoid enjoyments, especially physical relation, drugs and alcohol because these make things worse for us in this Mahadasha. Please remember that in Ketu Mahadasha, we will have to think of GOD all the time. Without the prayers Ketu Mahadasha will be very painful but after the prayers the intensity of Ketu Mahadasha will come down to bearable limits. Ketu Mahadasha remedies are astrological measures taken to mitigate the negative effects of the Ketu period and enhance the positive benefits. Here are some common remedies for Ketu Mahadasha: Offer Coconut, sesame seeds, and ghee to Lord Ganesha. Perform the Rudrabhishek Pooja dedicated to Lord Shiva. Perform acts of charity and selflessness.

It’s always best to consult with a knowledgeable astrologer for personalised advice and guidance.