Rahu is the north lunar node (ascending) and it along with Ketu is a "shadow planet" that causes eclipses. Rahu has no physical shape. It is an imaginary planet but considering the importance of Rahu in astrology, it has been allocated the status of the planet by Rishis.
Rahu is known to confer malefic effects in general and is considered as a planet which induces laziness, delays, and hurdles in work.
Rahu is known to reflect its shadow for 18 months in a zodiac. It can create confusion, depression and emotional imbalance if placed negatively in the horoscope. It is said that if Rahu sits in an auspicious position in the horoscope of a person, then luck is brightened. With this, the person attains sharp intellect. The native receives honour and fame in the society. It has friendly ties with planets like Venus, Mercury, and Saturn. The Moon and Sun are the enemy planets in which it is more averse to the Sun.
Here are some astrological remedies to improve Rahu in your horoscope:
- I suggest you wear sandalwood tied in blue thread to diminish the negative effect of Rahu causing you anger and fright.
- I recommend you to meditate during Rahu Kaal everyday as it will protect you from ill influence of Rahu in your horoscope.
- I would also recommend you to donate water and four coconuts in the temple at the time of Amavasya.
- Jupiter is the only planet that can control Rahu, Jupiter represents 'Guru' and hence I advise you to worship and respect your Guru. I think it's the best way to save yourself from the harmful effects of Rahu.
- Best remedy I could suggest is chanting the mantra 'Om Raa(n) Rahve Namah'. This will help everyone regardless of their age or zodiac.
- If you are not being able to sleep peacefully, keeping fennel (saunf) seeds under your pillow will help you improve Rahu's effect.
- I will strongly recommend you to chant Rahu Beej Mantra for 18000 times in the duration of 40 days.
- I think you can benefit by keeping elephants made of silver in your house and using silver glass to drink anything.
- Wearing an 8 faced Rudraksha will benefit you as it has 8 manifestations.
- You should wear dark blue clothes as much as possible.
- I suggest you fast on Saturday and have a meal after sunset.
- I recommend you store water in the South - West corner as it can improve Rahu in your horoscope.
- I also suggest you donate black and blue clothes and food to underprivileged people. It will be of great benefit as it pleases Rahu.
- Adding a cup of milk to water while bathing for 43 consecutive days will also benefit you.
-- By Astro Friend Chirag – Blessed Son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla
FAQs
Make sure to chant the Om Namah Shivay mantra as well. Another effective mantra that you can chant is the Rahu mantra- Om Bhram Bhreem Bhroum Sah Rahave Namah. You should recite this mantra at least five times each day. To remove the malefic Rahu effects you should wear jewellery, made from Onyx.
What is the ultimate remedy for Rahu? ›
For Rahu, you can worship Goddess Durga or Shri Varaha Avatar of Lord Mahavishnu. You can also worship Lord Bhairav. By appeasing them, you would enjoy favourable conditions of Planet Rahu. Apart from that, reciting Shri Durga Chalisa would also be a good Rahu remedy.
How can I make my Rahu strong and positive? ›
Worshipping Lord Shiva and offering prayers with utmost devotion can help appease Rahu and attract its positive energy. Reciting the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya" daily can strengthen Rahu and bring blessings.
Which god controled Rahu? ›
Only Ma Durga can control Rahu. So if Rahu is actually behaving bad in chart, worshipping Ma Durga can control it and place this in order. Another deity wo can make Rahu positive in the chart is Lord Shiva in Guru Rupa.
Which mantra removes malefic effects of Rahu? ›
Best remedy I could suggest is chanting the mantra 'Om Raa(n) Rahve Namah'. This will help everyone regardless of their age or zodiac. If you are not being able to sleep peacefully, keeping fennel (saunf) seeds under your pillow will help you improve Rahu's effect.
What items are donated to Rahu? ›
Donating items- Barley, Sarso, Coin, Seven types of cereals (barley, sesame, rice, whole mustard, kanguni, gram, and wheat), onyx gems, blue or brown color cloth, and glass made items etc. Pray with the help of the Ganesha Yantra on Wednesday's, to avoid Rahu's side effect.
What is the gemstone of Rahu remedy? ›
Gomed is the gemstone of Rahu. It is found is a light to deep brownish yellow to maroon-ish hues. Generally said to resemble the color of cow’s urine or even honey, the stone is actually a variant of the garnet. Rahu is considered a shadow planet even though it is not part of the solar system.
Which planets can control Rahu? ›
Remedies For Rahu: Donate water and coconut in the temple during Amavasya. Jupiter is the planet that controls Rahu, so it is advisable to worship Jupiter. Wearing 8 faced rudraksha reduces the malefic effect of Rahu.
How do I know if my Rahu is strong or weak? ›
Here are some indicators that can help determine Rahu's strength: Indicators of a Strong Rahu: House Placement : Rahu is considered strong in the 3rd, 6th, and 11th houses, where it can give positive results. Its presence in the 10th house can also be beneficial, providing fame and career success.
What are positive Rahu signs? ›
Rahu is exalted in Gemini and debilitated in Sagittarius. Rahu is also strong in Virgo, Aquarius, and the 3rd, 6th, and 11th houses. Rahu can give positive results when it is well-placed, well-aspected, and well-timed.
Financial Challenges: Individuals with a weak Rahu may face financial instability or struggle to accumulate wealth. They may experience unexpected financial losses or encounter difficulties in financial planning.
Which day to pray to Rahu? ›
Rahu is often related with the unconscious desires, dissatisfactions, fears, obsessions, ambitions, illusion, hallucination, trance, and unresolved issues from previous lives. Saturday is considered the best day for worshipping Rahu.
What are the enemy signs for Rahu? ›
Rahu has friendly relations with Gemini, Virgo, and Sagittarius signs. In the same way, Cancer and Leo were considered the enemy of Rahu. If we talk about the planets, then Rahu is friendly with Mercury, Venus and Saturn planets. planets like Sun, Moon and Mars are the enemies of Rahu.
Can Shiva control Rahu? ›
As the lord of the serpents or transformative/lightning energies in the universe (Ahipati, Nageshvara), Shiva rules over Rahu and Ketu, the two lunar nodes, and the dramatic eclipses they are associated with.
How do I know if my Rahu is malefic? ›
If Rahu is malefic, the effect of intoxicants or other types of addictions can be clearly seen on the native. The native may remain mentally disturbed. One may always be surrounded with negative thoughts. The tendency towards suicide or self-harm may also be visible.
Why Rahu becomes malefic? ›
In Hindu astrology, Rahu represents materialism, mischief, fear, dissatisfaction, obsession and confusion. Rahu is also associated with science and occultism. Like Ketu, Rahu is also an enemy against the Sun and Moon. It is generally considered as a malefic planet in astrology.
What is the bad effect of Rahu planet? ›
Rahu is regarded as a planet of originality and nonconformist thought. Its effect may inspire people to investigate novel concepts, defy accepted wisdom, and adopt original methods of problem-solving. Rahu is linked to material cravings, yet it can also lead to discontent and illusions.
How to shant Rahu graha? ›
It also involves the “HOMA” (Havan) ritual wherein, Ghee, Seasam, Barley, and other sacred material related to Lord Rahu will be offered to Agani while reciting 1800 Mantras of Rahu. Yagya is a significant remedy to pacify the evil effect of the planet in our chart and get maximum positive results.
