In Hinduism and Vedic astrology, the Rahu Gayatri Mantra is revered as a sacred chant dedicated to Rahu, one of the powerful Navagrahas, believed to influence destiny, karma, and spiritual transformation.
Lord Rahu symbolises mystery, transformation, and sudden changes in life.
When placed unfavourably in a horoscope, Rahu can bring confusion, obstacles, and sudden challenges.
Regular chanting of Rahu Gayatri Mantra is believed to help reduce the various Rahu doshas such as Rahu Mahadasha, Antardasha, Kaal Sarp Dosha and Pitru Dosha.
Rahu Gayatri Matra
ॐ नागध्वजाय विद्महे
पद्महस्ताय धीमहि
तन्नो राहुः प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Nāgadhwajaaya Vidmahe
Padmahastaya Dhīmahi
Tanno Rāhuḥ Prachodayāt॥
We meditate upon Rahu, whose flag bears the serpent symbol. The one who holds a lotus in his hand. May that Rahu enlighten our intellect.
Other Versions of Rahu Gayatri Mantra
ॐ नीलांबराय विद्महे
शूलहस्ताय धीमहि ।
तन्नो राहुः प्रचोदयात् ॥
Om Nīlāmbaraaya Vidmahe
Shoolahastaya Dhīmahi
Tanno Rāhuḥ Prachodayāt
We meditate upon Rahu, who is draped in dark-blue garments holding a trident in his hand. May that Rahu enlighten our intellect
ॐ भृगुपुत्राय विद्महे
सैंहिकेयाय धीमहि
तन्नो राहुः प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Bhṛguputrāya Vidmahe
Saimhikeyāya Dhīmahi
Tanno Rāhuḥ Prachodayāt॥
O’ the son of Bhrigu and Simhika we meditate upon you. May that Rahu enlighten our intellect.
ॐ शीर्षरूपाय विद्महे
वक्रपन्थाय धीमहि
तन्नो राहुः प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Seersha Rūpaya Vidmahe
Vakrapandhaya Dhīmahi
Tanno Rāhuḥ Prachodayāt॥
We contemplate upon you, the one who is in the form of a head. The Lord who moves through unpredictable and mysterious paths. May that Lord Rahu enlighten our intellect.
ॐ शिरोरूपाय विद्महे
अमृतांशाय धीमहि
तन्नो राहुः प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Shiro Rūpaya Vidmahe
Amṛtāmśāya Dhīmahi
Tanno Rāhuḥ Prachodayāt॥
(I bow to Rahu) The one who exists in the form of a head. The one who has a portion of Amrita (nectar of Immortality). May that Rahu enlighten our intellect.
ॐ सुकतन्त्राय विद्महे
पद्महस्ताय धीमहि
तन्नो राहुः प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Sūkatantraaya Vidmahe
Padmahastaya Dhīmahi
Tanno Rāhuḥ Prachodayāt॥
(I bow to Lord Rahu) the knower of auspicious esoteric tantras. The one holding a lotus in his hand, we meditate upon you. May that Rahu enlighten our intellect.
Rahu Gayatri Mantra Benefits
Chanting the Rahu Gayatri mantra is known to bestow the devotees with spiritual and astrological benefits. These include
- Reduces the negative effects of Rahu Mahadasha and Antardasha.
- Brings relief from confusion, anxiety, and illusions.
- Enhances mental clarity, confidence, and improves decision-making ability.
- Helps overcome enemies and obstacles in personal and professional life.
- Protection against sudden misfortunes
- Promotes spiritual nature by inner transformation and reducing material attachments
These are some of the well-known benefits of reciting the Rahu Gayatri mantra. Regular chanting of these mantras with faith can bring balance and inner peace.
Best Time to Recite
Reciting the Rahu Gayatri Mantra after sunset is considered highly auspicious, as Rahu is linked with shadows and the night. At the same time, reciting the mantras even during the Brahma Muhurat is also treated equally auspicious.
These times help in strengthening the energy of the mantra and support the attainment of mantra siddhi.
Best Day to Chant the Mantra
Though the recitation of the Rahu Gayatri mantra can be started on any day, it is especially beneficial to start the process on Saturday because Rahu shares a strong connection with Shani Bhagavan, whose auspicious day is also Saturday.
In some traditions, it is also believed that Wednesday is auspicious to perform poojas or spiritual activities for Rahu.
