A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.868
A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.868
- Language
- English
c5.868
KETU. The descending node in astronomy, represented by a dragon's tail; also a comet or meteor, and the ninth of the planets. He is said to be a Dānava, and son of Viprachitti and Sinhikā. He is also called A-kacha, ‘hairless;’ Asleshā-bhava, ‘cut off;’ Munda, ‘bald.’ See Rāhu.