केतु (Ketu) पूजा -

For the pacification (Shanti) of the planet Ketu, various levels of Vedic chanting (Jaap) are prescribed depending on the ritual method. The most common recommendation is to perform 17,000 to 18,000 repetitions of the Ketu Beej Mantra. However, according to Vedic guidelines for the Kali Yuga, this count is often multiplied by four, leading to a complete cycle of 68,000 mantra recitations for maximum spiritual benefit.

Ketu Beej (Seed) Mantra –
Om Sraam Sreem Sraum Sah Ketave Namah
(ॐ स्रां स्रीं स्रौं सः केतवे नमः॥)

Ketu Gayatri Mantra –
Om Chitravarnaya Vidhmahe Sarparoopaya Dhimahi
Tanno Ketu Prachodayat
(ॐ चित्रवर्णाय विद्महे सर्परूपाय धीमहि तन्नो केतु प्रचोदयात्॥)

In Vedic astrology, Ketu represents spirituality, intuition, detachment, past-life karma, liberation, mysticism, healing abilities and sudden transformations. A strong and well-placed Ketu blesses an individual with sharp intuition, divine protection, mental clarity, spiritual awakening and immense inner strength.

When afflicted, Ketu may cause confusion, instability, fear, unexpected losses, delays, emotional imbalance or sudden difficulties. Therefore, performing Ketu Puja helps remove obstacles, reduce karmic issues, restore clarity and attract spiritual growth, peace and divine blessings.