The north and south lunar nodes — shadow points that stand for the karmic axis. Rahu pulls toward worldly wants; Ketu points to letting go and past-life skill.
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Rahu & Ketu
The north and south lunar nodes — shadow points that stand for the karmic axis. Rahu pulls toward worldly wants; Ketu points to letting go and past-life skill.
What does Rahu & Ketu mean in astrology?
The north and south lunar nodes — shadow points that stand for the karmic axis. Rahu pulls toward worldly wants; Ketu points to letting go and past-life skill.
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