What is South Node in Astrology?Meaning & Symbolism
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The South Node, or Ketu, represents our past lives, karmic history, and the innate talents and habits we bring into this lifetime. It is the spiritual 'comfort zone' we are called to move beyond.
The Symbolism of South Node
The South Node is not a physical planet but a mathematical point where the Moon's orbit intersects the ecliptic. In the Lunar Node axis, the South Node reveals the path of least resistance—the behaviors and qualities that feel second nature because we have mastered them in previous incarnations. While these are often seen as gifts, relying too heavily on South Node energy can lead to stagnation. In evolutionary astrology, the South Node is the container of our karmic residue; it shows where we might be stuck in repetitive patterns that no longer serve our soul's growth in this current life.
South Node in the Birth Chart
In your birth chart, South Node reveals important information about your personality and life path. The sign and house placement of South Node shows how this energy expresses itself in your unique cosmic blueprint. Understanding your South Nodeplacement can help you work with its energy more consciously.
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