Rahu Stotram
Pacifying Rahu's shadow — confusion, obsession, sudden losses, and Rahu Dasha afflictions
How to chant: 18 times on Saturdays
Rahu Stotram Lyrics in Sanskrit
अर्धकायं महावीर्यं चन्द्रादित्यविमर्दनम्। सिंहिकागर्भसम्भूतं तं राहुं प्रणमाम्यहम्॥
Rahu Stotram Transliteration
Ardhakaayam mahaaviryam chandraaditya-vimardanam, Simhikaa-garbha-sambhootam tam Raahum pranamamyaham.
Rahu Stotram Meaning in English
I bow to Rahu — half-bodied, of immense power, the one who obscures the Moon and Sun, born from the womb of Simhika. I bow to thee.
Astrological Benefits of Chanting Rahu Stotram
This mantra is governed by Rahu and invokes Devi / Durga. In Vedic astrology, regular chanting strengthens Rahu's significations in your natal chart — bringing greater protection & obstacles.
Which Dasha or Planetary Affliction Does Rahu Stotram Remedy?
Dasha & Transit Periods
- ◉Rahu Mahadasha (18 years)
- ◉Rahu Antardasha in Saturn Mahadasha
- ◉Rahu-Ketu transit over natal planets (eclipse axis)
Natal Chart Afflictions
- ◈Rahu in 1st, 4th, 7th, or 10th house (kendra Rahu)
- ◈Rahu-Moon conjunction (Grahan Yoga)
- ◈Rahu-Sun conjunction (authority and identity confusion)
- ◈Kala Sarpa Yoga (all planets within Rahu-Ketu axis)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rahu Stotram?
Rahu Stotram is a classical Sanskrit mantra for protection & obstacles. Pacifying Rahu's shadow — confusion, obsession, sudden losses, and Rahu Dasha afflictions. It is governed by the planet Rahu and best chanted on Saturday.
How many times should I chant Rahu Stotram?
18 times on Saturdays
Which Dasha benefits most from chanting Rahu Stotram?
Rahu Mahadasha (18 years). Rahu Antardasha in Saturn Mahadasha. Rahu-Ketu transit over natal planets (eclipse axis).
What natal chart afflictions does Rahu Stotram remedy?
Rahu in 1st, 4th, 7th, or 10th house (kendra Rahu). Rahu-Moon conjunction (Grahan Yoga). Rahu-Sun conjunction (authority and identity confusion). Kala Sarpa Yoga (all planets within Rahu-Ketu axis).
Who should chant Rahu Stotram?
Those in Rahu Mahadasha or Antardasha, experiencing sudden reversals or delusions
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