Planet Rahu also known as Dragon's Head or Ascending Node is a shadow planet, since it does not have any physical existence. Even then, it has very profound Positive / Negative effects on human lives, and hence it is considered as a very important planet in Astrology. Planet Rahu is considered as a Natural Benefactor of all kinds of Desires, illegal Activities and Business, Corruption, Misunderstandings, Severe Health Issues, Problems, Obstructions and Failures due to Treacheries and Deceptions. However, if the Rahu is favourable in horoscope, then it can make the person extremely Successful and Rich, without much efforts. Planet Rahu is also associated with all kinds of Gambling including Batting, Casinos and Game Shows. A person with positive Rahu can also become very successful as a Politician.
Planet Rahu is EXALTED in zodiac sign Taurus, and it is DEBILITATED in zodiac sign Scorpio. It gives positive results if placed in the 3rd, 6th or 11th house of the horoscope. Rahu is considered extremely bad if placed in 4th, 8th or 12th house of a person's horoscope. The planet Rahu forms bad Yogas with almost all the other planets as follows :
with planet Sun - Pitra Dosha / Grahan Dosha
with planet Moon - Grahan Dosha
with planet Mars - Angarak Dosha
with planet Mercury - Jadatva Yoga
with planet Jupiter - Chandal Dosha
with planet Saturn - Shrapit Dosha
Planet Rahu is indicative of Pitra Dosha in horoscope if it is placed in the 2nd, 5th, 9th or 12th house of the horoscope. Rahu takes one and a half year to transit through any house of the horoscope, which means that a complete cycle takes around 18 years. A transit of planet Rahu through 1st to 12th house gives profound positive or negative results as enumerated below :
1. Transit of planet Rahu through the 1st house ( House of Mind and Body ) of the Horoscope :
This transit is considered Inauspicious primarily because it can lead to Health Issues. It can also lead to a very strong urge to fulfil desires and ambitions without any consideration for right or wrong. This transit can also mark the beginning of a Love affair.
2. Transit of planet Rahu through the 2nd house ( House of Family and Wealth ) of the Horoscope :
This transit is also considered Inauspicious since it can lead to problems and tensions in close family. A person can fall prey to bad habits and addictions. Apart from this, there can also be problems related to Wealth and Finances.
3. Transit of planet Rahu through the 3rd house ( House of Courage and Siblings ) of the Horoscope :
This transit is considered Auspicious, and a person is able to get Success with the help of his Courage and Hard Work. However at times, this transit can lead to some differences between Siblings and Neighbours. Also, the person needs to be very cautious while making any Agreements or signing any Documents. This transit can lead to small journeys as well.
4. Transit of planet Rahu through the 4th house ( House of Mental Peace and Happiness, Ambitions, Mother, Property and Vehicles ) of the Horoscope :
This transit is considered Inauspicious, since it can lead to a feeling of Stress, Anxiety, Restlessness causing a lack of mental peace and happiness. There can be problems and tensions related to House, Properties and Vehicles. It can adversely affect the Health of Mother, and unexpected events can happen, causing a feeling of Depression and Negativity.
5. Transit of planet Rahu through the 5th house ( House of Education, Love, Children ) of the Horoscope :
This transit is considered Inauspicious, since it can lead to problems and tensions related to Education. There can be misunderstanding between dating couples, as well as Health issues can occur if this transit occurs during Pregnancy. There can be problems and tensions related to children as well as losses in Stock Trading.
6. Transit of planet Rahu through the 6th house ( House of Jobs and Services, Hidden Enemies and Competitors ) of the Horoscope :
This is an Auspicious transit and a person emerges Victorious over Hidden Enemies and Competitors. There is an overall Success in most of areas of Life. However at times, a person may have to work hard and there can be some issues related to Job and services.
7. Transit of planet Rahu through the 7th house ( House of Marriage, Martial life, Partnership, Social Circle ) of the Horoscope :
This is also an Inauspicious transit and it can lead to problems and tensions related to Marriage and Marital life. Misunderstandings can happen between Husband and Wife, as well as between Business Partners. Relations can become strained within social circle.
8. Transit of planet Rahu through the 8th house ( House of Problems and Obstacles, Health issues ) of the Horoscope :
This an Inauspicious transit. It can lead to Health issues which may vary from mild to severe depending upon the position of other planets. In particular, if malefic planets like Saturn, Mars and Sun are placed in the 8th house then a transit of planet Rahu over them in the 8th House can lead to Serious Health Issues and Accidents, which can even prove fatal. During this transit, there are chances of mis-diagnosis and wrong medication leading to serios complication. Relations with in-laws can also become strained.
9. Transit of planet Rahu through the 9th house ( House of Luck, Religion and Higher Education ) of the Horoscope :
This is an Inauspicious transit. A person has to work hard to achieve desired level of Success and even then he has to face problems and obstacles. There can be Travels during this transit but it can also proved to be problematic and troublesome. At times, the religious believes of the person also become questionable during this transit. If a person is doing higher studies, then there can be some problems and issues related to it.
10. Transit of planet Rahu through the 10th house ( House of Business / Profession / Career, Name and Fame, Promotion ) of the Horoscope :
This is an Inauspicious transit. Primarily it can affect the Business / Profession / Career of a person, causing problems in it. A person may not get desired level of Promotion during this transit. Dealings with Government and Government Authorities also become strained. Sometimes, a person can lose an important post he has been holding in the Government or a Semi-Government department. Also, one may have to face charges against him causing defamation.
11. Transit of planet Rahu through the 11th house ( House of Profits / Earnings / Benefits / Gains / Seniors / Elders ) of the Horoscope :
This is an Auspicious transit. A person is able to do well in his Profession / Career leading to his Enhancement in his Earnings. There can also be a rise in Social Status, Income from multiple sources including Stocks. A person is able to get support of his Friends and Elders. Long awaited desires may also get fulfilled during this transit.
12. Transit of planet Rahu through the 12th house ( House of Expenditures, Losses, Hospitalization ) of the Horoscope :
This is an Inauspicious transit. A person may have to face Allegations, and Litigations during this transit, leading to unexpected Losses and Expenditures. The only positive aspect of this transit is that a person is able to go Abroad easily during this transit. There can also be losses due to wrong doings of near and dear ones, Hidden Enemies and Competitors. Marital relations between Husband and Wife can also become strained, as well as there can be a generalized feeling of Stress, Anxiety, Lack of mental peace and Happiness.
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