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Om Rāhave Namaḥ (Navagraha — Rahu)

Rahu Naam Japa (Name Chant) Easy - Anyone can chant Safe for All
Transliteration

Om Raa-ha-ve Na-mah

Original Sanskrit

ॐ राहवे नमः

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Meaning

Salutation to Rahu, the ascending lunar node — the shadow planet of desires and worldly ambition.

Word-by-Word

Rāhu = the seizer; the ascending lunar node in Vedic astrology. Not a physical planet but a mathematical point representing the Moon's ascending intersection with the ecliptic.

When to Chant

Saturdays or during Rahu hora; when Rahu is strongly placed in the natal chart.

Best Time: Saturday evenings; Rahu hora

Benefits
Propitiates Rahu. Reduces obsession, confusion, and the negative effects of Rahu dasha. Brings clarity.
Source

Traditional Navagraha worship

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Type
Naam Japa (Name Chant)
Length
Short (1-2 lines)
Difficulty
Easy - Anyone can chant
Deity
Rahu
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