Rahu (Rahu)
Malefic (like Saturn) | Air Element | Tamasic
Rahu is the north lunar node, representing worldly desires, foreign elements, and unconventional paths in Vedic astrology. It amplifies the effects of planets it associates with and creates illusions and obsessions. Rahu governs technology, foreign lands, and material ambitions.
Significations of Rahu
Body Parts
- * Skin Diseases
- * Poison & Toxins
- * Incurable Diseases
- * Mental Confusion
- * Nervous Disorders
People
- * Foreigners
- * Outcasts & Rebels
- * Thieves & Criminals
- * Immigrants
- * Scientists & Researchers
Qualities
- * Illusion & Deception
- * Obsession & Desire
- * Material Ambition
- * Innovation & Unconventional
- * Foreign Influence
Professions
- * Technology & IT
- * Foreign Trade
- * Politics
- * Speculation
- * Research
- * Aviation
- * Diplomacy
Dignity of Rahu
Exaltation in Gemini
Rahu is exalted in Gemini, where its positive qualities are maximized. An exalted Rahu gives enhanced illusion & deception and success in technology & it.
Own Sign - Aquarius (traditionally)
Aquarius (traditionally) is Rahu's own sign where it feels comfortable and powerful.Rahu here gives natural expression of its qualities with stability and strength.
Debilitation in Sagittarius
Rahu is debilitated in Sagittarius, where its natural qualities are weakened. Natives may face challenges related to illusion & deception and need remedial measures.
Rahu in 12 Houses
Rahu in 1st House
Unconventional personality, foreign appearance, identity confusion
Rahu in 2nd House
Unusual wealth sources, family secrets, foreign food
Rahu in 3rd House
Excellent - courageous adventures, media success, foreign communication
Rahu in 4th House
Property confusion, foreign residence, mother's unusual situation
Rahu in 5th House
Unusual romance, speculative obsession, children abroad
Rahu in 6th House
Excellent - victory through unconventional means, foreign diseases
Rahu in 7th House
Foreign spouse possible, unusual partnerships, business abroad
Rahu in 8th House
Occult interests deepen, foreign inheritance, transformation through crisis
Rahu in 9th House
Foreign travel, unconventional beliefs, unusual guru
Rahu in 10th House
Career in foreign/unusual fields, sudden rise possible
Rahu in 11th House
Excellent - gains from foreign sources, unusual friendships
Rahu in 12th House
Foreign residence, spiritual confusion, unusual expenses