Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) One of Magha in the sign of Leo from October 3rd to December 5th, 2026.

Your mystical quest has a flamboyant, attention-grabbing quality in this nakshatra, which contrasts sharply with Ketu’s naturally quiet and otherworldly style. Pada One of Magha also relates to Aries navamsha, ruled by Mars, which brings you a dynamic and adventurous approach to life and an underlying desire to be first. In relationships especially, the Mars influence gives you courage, where you reach out to your partner and are not afraid to break the ice with a stranger.

You may even attempt a romantic conquest, though Ketu’s nature suits a subtler and more spiritual rapport, where you already sense an unspoken signal or connection. Magha’s Shakti, ‘The Power to Leave the Body,’ also sits well with Ketu’s naturally mystical energy, and you have the appetite for new experiences and to be an inspiration to others on the same path. Be careful of a too-impulsive approach, however, where it’s essential to follow a plan and avoid the pitfalls of blindly following your instincts.

Ketu combining with expansive Jupiter all through this transit is a standout of the whole year, where new experiences potentially come flooding in. You combine the best of academic skills with deep psychic intuition, at an excellent time to begin a new study, sadhana, or perhaps a full-blown pilgrimage. You are receptive to a spiritual program that may not make sense at other times, though it is best to find the guidance of a bona fide teacher.

Make sure also that the intensity of your spiritual quest does not compromise your everyday routine and need for job and domestic security and stability.