Planets Retrograde

Vakri Graha - Apparent Backward Motion

In Vedic astrology, when a planet appears to move backward as seen from Earth, it is called "retrograde" or "Vakri." This astronomical phenomenon internalizes the planet's energy and brings time for re-evaluation.

Different frequency for each planet
5 classical planets
Mercury Retrograde - Budh Vakri

Budh Vakri

Mercury Retrograde

Frequency: 3-4 times/year
Duration: ~3 weeks
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Venus Retrograde - Shukra Vakri

Shukra Vakri

Venus Retrograde

Frequency: 1-2 times/year
Duration: ~40 days
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Mars Retrograde - Mangal Vakri

Mangal Vakri

Mars Retrograde

Frequency: Once/2 years
Duration: ~2.5 months
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Jupiter Retrograde - Guru Vakri

Guru Vakri

Jupiter Retrograde

Frequency: Once/year
Duration: ~4 months
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Saturn Retrograde - Shani Vakri

Shani Vakri

Saturn Retrograde

Frequency: Once/year
Duration: ~4.5 months
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Other Vedic Astrological Events

Related celestial events in Vedic astrology