About the Experience

The Cat’s Eye gemstone, also known as Lahsuniya, Vaidooryam, or the Ketu stone, is a rare and powerful gem from the chrysoberyl family. Its most remarkable feature is chatoyancy, a shimmering light band across the surface that resembles a cat’s eye. This effect is created by parallel inclusions inside the stone, which reflect light in a narrow line that appears to move as the stone is turned.
In Vedic astrology, Cat’s Eye is connected to Ketu, a shadow planet that governs spiritual transformation, karmic lessons, and intuition. Depending on its placement in one’s birth chart, Ketu can either be deeply spiritual or bring confusion and setbacks. Wearing a Cat’s Eye stone is believed to neutralize Ketu’s malefic effects, particularly during the challenging Ketu Dasha, which lasts up to seven years.
This gemstone is especially helpful for spiritual seekers, business professionals facing hardships, and individuals with afflicted Ketu in their horoscope. It is traditionally associated with the zodiac signs Aquarius and Scorpio, and also considered the birthstone for June.

Who Should Wear

The Lahsuniya gemstone should be worn after consulting an astrologer. It is best suited for:

• People experiencing Ketu Dasha or who have a malefic Ketu in their chart.
• Those born under Aquarius (Kumbh) or Scorpio (Vrishchik) signs, as Ketu generally benefits these signs.
• Individuals struggling with financial, emotional, or personal setbacks.
• Spiritual aspirants seeking karmic healing, detachment, and higher awareness.

How to Wear

To receive full astrological benefits, follow these guidelines:

• Metal: Best set in iron. Alternatives include silver, gold, or panchdhatu.
• Best Time: Wear on Saturday during the first hour after sunrise
• Mantra: Before wearing, chant the Ketu mantra: “Om Kem Ketave Namah” (ॐ कें केतवे नमः) — 108 times

Benefits

Cat’s Eye stone is known for its fast-acting energy, offering both material protection and spiritual progress. Key benefits include:

• Spiritual Development: Enhances meditation, detachment, and spiritual evolution.
• Karmic Healing: Helps release negative karma and facilitates soul growth.
• Intuition & Psychic Strength: Boosts inner vision and psychic sensitivity.
• Protection: Shields against hidden enemies, evil eye, and bad luck.
• Health Balance: Believed to aid in healing diseases caused by Ketu such as skin issues, mental stress, and anxiety.
• Mystical Growth: Strengthens connection to occult sciences, astrology, and metaphysical practices.