Planets (Grahas)
Vedic astrology works with nine grahas. Each governs specific themes, signs, and life areas.
The luminaries
Section titled “The luminaries”Sun (Surya)
Section titled “Sun (Surya)”- Represents: Soul, authority, vitality, father
- Signs: Leo (exalted in Aries)
- House themes: 1st, 10th — identity and public life
Moon (Chandra)
Section titled “Moon (Chandra)”- Represents: Mind, emotions, mother, nourishment
- Signs: Cancer (exalted in Taurus)
- House themes: 4th — home and inner peace
Inner planets
Section titled “Inner planets”Mars (Mangal)
Section titled “Mars (Mangal)”Energy, courage, conflict, property. Rules Aries and Scorpio. Associated with Tuesday.
Mercury (Budha)
Section titled “Mercury (Budha)”Intellect, speech, commerce, skill. Rules Gemini and Virgo. Associated with Wednesday.
Venus (Shukra)
Section titled “Venus (Shukra)”Love, art, luxury, relationships. Rules Taurus and Libra. Associated with Friday.
Jupiter (Guru)
Section titled “Jupiter (Guru)”Wisdom, dharma, teachers, expansion. Rules Sagittarius and Pisces. Associated with Thursday.
Saturn (Shani)
Section titled “Saturn (Shani)”Discipline, karma, delays, structure. Rules Capricorn and Aquarius. Associated with Saturday.
Shadow planets
Section titled “Shadow planets”North node of the Moon. Obsession, ambition, unconventional paths, foreign influence.
South node of the Moon. Spirituality, detachment, past-life karma, liberation.
Using this reference
Section titled “Using this reference”When reading a chart in Vyom, tap any planet for Uttara AI explanations. For foundational context, see how to read your birth chart.