Rahu Mantra
ॐ भ्रां भ्रीं भ्रौं सः राहवे नमः ॥
Om Bhraam Bhreem Bhraum Sah Rahave Namah
Short mantra
ॐ रां राहवे नमः ॥
Meaning
Salutation to Rahu with seed syllables. It is traditionally chanted for relief from confusion, sudden obstacles and during the Rahu period.
| Chant count (traditional) | 18,000 — traditionally completed over 40 days |
| Auspicious day | Saturday |
| Planet's gemstone | Hessonite (Gomed) |
How to chant
- Sit in a clean, quiet place, preferably after a morning bath.
- Chanting 108 times on a rudraksha or tulsi mala makes one mala.
- Keep the pronunciation clear; you may chant silently or softly.
- Sit quietly for a few moments after chanting.