Ketu nakshatra transit (Ketu nakshatra gochar) in vedic astrology
In Vedic astrology, Ketu nakshatra transit refers to the movement of Ketu through the 27 Nakshatras (lunar constellations). While Ketu changes zodiac signs approximately every 18 months, it changes Nakshatra roughly every 9 months. Ketu always moves in retrograde (backward) motion.
Ketu represents spirituality, detachment, past-life karma, intuition, sudden separation, mysticism and liberation (Moksha). When Ketu enters a new Nakshatra, its results are influenced by the ruling deity and planetary lord of that Nakshatra.
Importance of ketu nakshatra gochar
Nakshatras define the subtle karmic field of a planet. When Ketu changes Nakshatra, the direction of detachment and karmic cleansing shifts. This transit refines predictions beyond simple sign-based analysis.
What happens during ketu nakshatra transit?
As Ketu moves from one Nakshatra to another, shifts occur in detachment, spiritual growth and karmic lessons. The results depend on the house placement from your Ascendant and Moon sign.
Ketu Nakshatra transit may influence sudden endings, internal transformation, research interests, hidden knowledge and spiritual practices.
How ketu nakshatra transit affects life?
In supportive Nakshatras, Ketu promotes spiritual awakening and inner clarity. In challenging Nakshatras, it may create confusion, isolation or unexpected separation. Results vary according to individual horoscope strength.
Is ketu nakshatra transit important?
Yes, especially for spiritual growth, karmic resolution, meditation practices and life redirection phases. It provides deeper timing insight than Rashi transit alone.
How is ketu nakshatra transit calculated?
It is calculated based on ketu’s real-time astronomical longitude in the zodiac. Each Nakshatra spans 13 degrees and 20 minutes, and ketu remains in one Nakshatra for approximately 9 months.
How long does ketu stay in one nakshatra?
Ketu stays in each Nakshatra for approximately 9 months.
Does ketu nakshatra transit affect everyone equally?
No, its effects depend on individual birth chart, planetary strength and current dasha period.
Is nakshatra transit more precise than rashi transit?
Yes, nakshatra transit provides more subtle and karmic-oriented predictions compared to sign transit.