The 9 Planets in Astrology Navagraha and Their Influence

In Vedic astrology, the nine planets (Navagraha) are the fundamental cosmic forces that shape your destiny. These celestial bodies—Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu—each carry unique energies and influences that affect different aspects of your life through their placement in your birth chart (Kundali).

Understanding the planets in astrology is crucial for interpreting your birth chart. Each planet governs specific life areas, from your personality and relationships to career and spiritual growth. Their positions, aspects, and conjunctions create the intricate tapestry of your life’s journey and karmic path.

Explore the Navagraha and Their Meanings
Sun - सूर्य (Surya)
सूर्य (Surya)

Sun

Soul, ego, father, authority, vitality, leadership, confidence

The Sun represents your core essence, soul, and life force. It governs your ego, self-expression, and relationship with authority figures, especially your father. A strong Sun brings leadership qualities, confidence, and recognition.

Rules:Leo
Day:Sunday
Element:Fire
Gemstone:Ruby
Color:Orange, Gold
Moon - चंद्र (Chandra)
चंद्र (Chandra)

Moon

Mind, emotions, mother, intuition, memory, nurturing, sensitivity

The Moon governs your emotional nature, subconscious mind, and intuitive abilities. It represents your relationship with your mother and your capacity for nurturing. The Moon influences your moods, memory, and emotional responses.

Rules:Cancer
Day:Monday
Element:Water
Gemstone:Pearl
Color:White, Silver
Mars - मंगल (Mangal)
मंगल (Mangal)

Mars

Energy, courage, action, siblings, property, strength, passion

Mars is the planet of action, courage, and physical energy. It governs your drive, ambition, and ability to overcome obstacles. Mars influences your relationship with siblings, property matters, and your capacity for both conflict and passion.

Rules:Aries, Scorpio
Day:Tuesday
Element:Fire
Gemstone:Coral
Color:Red
Mercury - बुध (Budha)
बुध (Budha)

Mercury

Intelligence, communication, learning, business, wit, adaptability

Mercury rules communication, intelligence, and learning abilities. It governs your analytical skills, business acumen, and adaptability. A well-placed Mercury enhances your ability to express ideas, learn quickly, and succeed in commerce.

Rules:Gemini, Virgo
Day:Wednesday
Element:Earth
Gemstone:Emerald
Color:Green
Jupiter - गुरू (Guru)
गुरू (Guru)

Jupiter

Wisdom, knowledge, spirituality, children, fortune, expansion

Jupiter is the great benefic planet of wisdom, knowledge, and spiritual growth. It governs your relationship with teachers, children, and higher learning. Jupiter brings good fortune, expansion, and a sense of purpose to life.

Rules:Sagittarius, Pisces
Day:Thursday
Element:Space
Gemstone:Yellow Sapphire
Color:Yellow
Venus - शुक्र (Shukra)
शुक्र (Shukra)

Venus

Love, beauty, relationships, luxury, creativity, pleasure, harmony

Venus governs love, beauty, and harmonious relationships. It rules your capacity for pleasure, artistic expression, and material comforts. Venus influences marriage, partnerships, and your appreciation for beauty and luxury.

Rules:Taurus, Libra
Day:Friday
Element:Water
Gemstone:Diamond
Color:White, Pink
Saturn - शनि (Shani)
शनि (Shani)

Saturn

Discipline, responsibility, karma, delays, hard work, structure

Saturn is the taskmaster planet that teaches through challenges and delays. It governs discipline, hard work, and karmic lessons. Saturn's influence brings structure, responsibility, and ultimately, wisdom through perseverance.

Rules:Capricorn, Aquarius
Day:Saturday
Element:Air
Gemstone:Blue Sapphire
Color:Black, Blue
Rahu - राहु (North Node)
राहु (North Node)

Rahu

Obsession, materialism, innovation, foreign elements, illusion

Rahu represents your desires, obsessions, and material ambitions. It brings innovation, foreign influences, and unconventional thinking. Rahu can create illusions but also drives you toward achieving worldly success and breaking boundaries.

Rules:No traditional rulership
Day:Saturday
Element:Shadow
Gemstone:Hessonite Garnet
Color:Smoky, Multi-colored
Ketu - केतु (South Node)
केतु (South Node)

Ketu

Spirituality, detachment, past life, intuition, liberation, mysticism

Ketu represents spiritual detachment, past-life karma, and mystical experiences. It governs your intuitive abilities and spiritual inclinations. Ketu's influence can bring sudden insights, spiritual growth, and liberation from material attachments.

Rules:No traditional rulership
Day:Tuesday
Element:Shadow
Gemstone:Cat's Eye
Color:Brown, Multi-colored

Track Current Planetary Movements

Now that you understand each planet's core nature and influence, discover how their current movements through the zodiac signs affect you today. Our planetary transit tracker shows real-time positions, sign changes, and retrograde periods for all nine planets.

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