Rahu & Ketu: Nature, functions, characters and effects of their afflictions
Rahu and Ketu like other planets are not substantial heavenly bodies with an observable body, shape or mass. They have been called Chhaya grahas (shadowy planets). They are not independent planets like the Sun, Moon, Mars etc. They do not have independent orbit and as two parts of one body their movement is interrelated or joint. They are at all times at opposite points of the Zodiac like the head and tail. Though they are by nature evil and generally evil in influence, but by association they become capable of doing good (by association with benefics they turn benefic). According to Hindu Astrology Rahu and Ketu indicate one born in a low caste, one who may intrigue with girls, one whose thoughts and actions will...