Vedic astrology glossary
What is Rahu in Vedic astrology?
Also known as: north node, Dragon's Head
Rahu is the Moon's north node — a shadow planet, not a physical body. It signifies desire, ambition, foreign and unconventional matters, and sudden gains or obsessions.
Rahu always sits exactly opposite Ketu. It has its own Vimshottari Dasha of 18 years and figures in Kaal Sarpa dosha.