What the tradition says
Rahu-pacification rite. Traditional texts pair it with Saturday-evening offerings to Bhairava and recitation of the Rahu-kavacha. Often recommended during Rahu mahadasha or Rahu-Saturn transit conjunctions; the texts caution it is the most disruptive of the navagraha shantis to under-prepare.
What it addresses
- Rahu
Traditional timing
- Saturday after sunset; Rahu-kala on Saturday is traditional.
- Ardra-Swati-Shatabhisha nakshatras are emphasised.
- Eclipses are considered exceptionally significant for this rite.
Source
BPHS ch. 88; Rahu-kavacha (Brahmanda Purana)
Common questions
- What is Rahu-shanti?
- Rahu-pacification rite. Traditional texts pair it with Saturday-evening offerings to Bhairava and recitation of the Rahu-kavacha. Often recommended during Rahu mahadasha or Rahu-Saturn transit conjunctions; the texts caution it is the most disruptive of the navagraha shantis to under-prepare.
- What does Rahu-shanti address?
- Traditionally associated with Rahu.
- When is Rahu-shanti traditionally performed?
- Saturday after sunset; Rahu-kala on Saturday is traditional. Ardra-Swati-Shatabhisha nakshatras are emphasised. Eclipses are considered exceptionally significant for this rite.
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