Chapter 4: The Role of Planets (Grahas) in Vedic Astrology

In Vedic Astrology, the role of planets, known as Grahas, is central to understanding human destiny and life’s circumstances. The term Graha means 'to seize' or 'to influence.' Unlike Western astrology, which considers only the Sun, Moon, and the other visible planets, Vedic astrology also incorporates two shadowy planets—Rahu and Ketu—which have no physical form but are powerful influencers of human life.