The Navagraha
The nine planets, their influence and remedies.
Sun
Gemstone: Ruby
The Sun (Surya) signifies the soul, ego, vitality, authority and the father.
Moon
Gemstone: Pearl
The Moon (Chandra) governs the mind, emotions, mother and nurturing.
Mars
Gemstone: Red Coral
Mars (Mangala) rules energy, courage, drive, siblings and property.
Mercury
Gemstone: Emerald
Mercury (Budha) governs intellect, communication, trade and learning.
Jupiter
Gemstone: Yellow Sapphire
Jupiter (Guru/Brihaspati) signifies wisdom, fortune, dharma and teachers.
Venus
Gemstone: Diamond
Venus (Shukra) rules love, beauty, luxury, art and marriage.
Saturn
Gemstone: Blue Sapphire
Saturn (Shani) governs discipline, karma, longevity, hardship and justice.
Rahu
Gemstone: Hessonite (Gomed)
Rahu, the north lunar node, signifies ambition, obsession and worldly desire.
Ketu
Gemstone: Cat's Eye (Lehsunia)
Ketu, the south lunar node, signifies detachment, spirituality and liberation.