Shri Rahu Stotram

Shri Rahu Stotram is an astrological devotional hymn composed by Sage Veda Vyasa in praise of Lord Rahu (the North Node of the Moon / Shadow Planet).

In Vedic astrology (Jyotish), Rahu is born of Simhika (Simhika-Garbha-Sambhuta), possessing half a body (Ardhakaya) and immense heroic power (Mahavirya). Rahu governs ambition, foreign travel, technology, hidden wealth, obsession, and illusions. An afflicted Rahu causes Kala Sarpa Dosha, phobias, sudden losses, addiction, and confusion.

Reciting the Rahu Stotram during Rahu Kala, Saturdays, or Nighttime pacifies Rahu Mahadasha afflictions, turns confusing situations into brilliant strategic breakthroughs, and bestows protection against snakebites and black magic.

• Verse 1: Salutations to Rahu, half-bodied, heroic, eclipsing Sun and Moon, son of Simhika.
• Verse 2: Minister of Daityas, son of Simhika, dressed in yellow silk, sinless protector.
• Verses 3–4: Dark-complexioned, mighty-armed, destroying all enemies, fierce-faced.
• Verse 5 (Phalashruti): Reciting with devotion delivers from Rahu Doshams and grants protection.

Spiritual Significance

Rahu Stotram praises Rahu as the shadow power:

1. Ardhakaya: Praises Rahu's half-body form created when Lord Vishnu sliced the demon with the Sudarshana Chakra.
2. Chandraditya Vimardanam: Commemorates Rahu's power to cause solar and lunar eclipses.
3. Kala Sarpa Remedy: Primary astrological prayer for mitigating Rahu Dasha and Kala Sarpa Dosha.

According to scriptural tradition and Phalashruti verses of this stotram, daily recitation of Shri Rahu Stotram grants the following blessings:

• Neutralization of Rahu Mahadasha & Kala Sarpa Dosha: Shields against sudden losses, legal problems, and psychological confusion.
• Protection from Snakebites, Poison, and Black Magic: Cleanses toxic energies and night terror phobias.
• Grant of International Travel, Foreign Wealth, and Innovation: Bestows breakthroughs in technology, politics, and foreign opportunities.
• Attainment of Fearlessness and Victory: Shields against enemies and hidden conspiracies.

Rāhu-Stotram-Idaṃ Puṇyaṃ Yaḥ Paṭhet-Bhakti-Samyuktaḥ ।
Sa Sarva-Grahadoshaiḥ Mucyate Nātra Saṃśayaḥ ॥ 5 ॥

Meaning of Phalashruti

Whoever recites this Rahu Stotram with sincere faith will be delivered from all Rahu-related astrological afflictions (Sarva-Graha-Doshaih Mucyate).

1. When should Rahu Stotram be chanted?

During Rahu Kala, Saturdays, Eclipse times, and Rahu Mahadasha/Antardasha.

2. What remedies accompany Rahu worship?

Donating black sesame, blue flowers, mustard oil, feeding stray dogs, and worshipping Lord Bhairava or Goddess Durga.