Rahu - Rahu

Rahu

Rahu

Element
Air
Gender
Neutral
Nature
Natural Malefic
Day
Saturday

Rahu (Rahu) represents illusion, materialism, foreign influences in Vedic astrology. As a natural malefic, it governs mental confusion and addictions and influences your ambitious, materialistic, rebellious nature.

Rahu Sign Calculator

Discover which zodiac sign your Rahu (Rahu) was in when you were born. The placement of Rahu in your birth chart reveals key insights about your personality and life path.

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Characteristics & Traits

Physical Attributes

dark complexiontall staturemysterious appearancepiercing eyesunconventional features

Personality Traits

ambitiousmaterialisticrebelliousinnovativeobsessiveunconventionalcalculatingmysterious

Represents

illusionmaterialismforeign influencestechnologyunconventional pathssudden changesambitionconfusion

Governs

mental confusionaddictionsforeign connectionstechnologyunconventional behavior

Essential Information

Associations

GemstoneHessonite Garnet
MetalLead
ColorSmoky
DirectionSouthwest

Body Parts & Health

Rahu governs and influences nervous system, mental faculties, skin diseases, allergies, mysterious ailments. Health issues related to these body parts may manifest during challenging periods of Rahu, while strong placement can enhance their vitality and function.

Career & Professions

Individuals with strong Rahu placement often excel in careers related to technology, foreign trade, unconventional careers, research, occult, aviation, gambling, speculation. The planet's influence can guide career choices and professional success in these fields.

Planetary Dignity

Exaltation

Gemini
  • enhanced communication
  • technological mastery
  • foreign connections
  • innovative thinking
  • material success

Debilitation

Sagittarius
  • confused beliefs
  • false teachings
  • material obsession
  • spiritual blindness
  • misguided ambitions

Mooltrikona

Aquarius(0° to 20°)
  • innovative approach
  • technological advancement
  • unconventional methods
  • humanitarian goals
  • group leadership

Planetary Relationships

Friends

MercuryMercury
VenusVenus
SaturnSaturn

Enemies

SunSun
MoonMoon
MarsMars

Neutrals

JupiterJupiter

Dasha Periods

The Vimshottari Dasha system divides a complete 120-year cycle among the nine planets. Each planet governs a specific period called Mahadasha, during which its influence is dominant. Within each Mahadasha, there are sub-periods called Antardasha ruled by other planets. For example, if Rahu Mahadasha lasts 18 years, its own Antardasha within this period would be approximately 32 months.

Mahadasha (18 years)

Positive Effects

During Rahu Mahadasha, you may experience material gains and foreign opportunities. Additionally, technological advancement along with unconventional success are likely to manifest in your life, bringing overall growth and positive transformation.

Challenges

Potential challenges during this period may include mental confusion and illusions. You might also face addictions or sudden losses. Awareness and proper guidance can help navigate these challenges effectively.

Best Time For

This Mahadasha period is particularly favorable for foreign ventures, technology adoption, unconventional careers and material pursuits, innovation, research. Planning major life decisions around these activities can yield the best results.

Antardasha (15% of cycle)

Positive Effects

Rahu Antardasha brings sudden opportunities and foreign connections. During this sub-period, technological gains as well as material benefits become prominent themes, offering opportunities for personal development and achievement.

Challenges

During this Antardasha, you may encounter mental confusion and temporary illusions. There could also be instances of minor addictions or relationship confusion. These temporary challenges can be overcome with patience and strategic planning.

Best Time For

This Antardasha period is ideal for foreign dealings, technology use, innovative projects and material gains, research work. Focus your energy on these areas to maximize the beneficial influence of this planetary period.

Track Rahu Current Movements

Now that you understand Rahu's nature and influence, see how this planet is currently moving through the zodiac signs. Get real-time transit data, retrograde periods, and sign changes.

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Based on NASA JPL Ephemeris