What the tradition says
The primary stone for Ketu. Traditional texts associate it with insight into hidden patterns and what the texts call 'jnana' - discriminative knowledge. Often recommended during Ketu mahadasha.
Traditional metal
- silver
- panchaloha
When the texts advise against it
- Trial period traditionally recommended.
- Not paired with pearl or yellow sapphire by traditional rule.
Source
BPHS ch. 70; Mantra-mahodadhi
Other stones for Ketu
Common questions
- Which planet is Cat's Eye (Lehsunia) associated with?
- Cat's Eye (Lehsunia) is the primary stone for Ketu in the traditional gemstone correspondences. The primary stone for Ketu. Traditional texts associate it with insight into hidden patterns and what the texts call 'jnana' - discriminative knowledge. Often recommended during Ketu mahadasha.
- Which metal is Cat's Eye (Lehsunia) traditionally set in?
- Traditionally silver or panchaloha. The metal is part of the classical prescription, not an afterthought - different texts pair different metals with the same stone.
- When do traditional texts advise against Cat's Eye (Lehsunia)?
- Trial period traditionally recommended. Not paired with pearl or yellow sapphire by traditional rule.
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