5 Benefice and Malefic Effects of Rahu

Introduction
Effects of Malefic Rahu
Effects of Benefice Rahu

New Delhi | 24 December: Rahu, often referred to as the North Node of the Moon, is a shadowy (Chhaya) planet in the Vedic astrology, along with Ketu. However, there is no physical presence of Rahu it’s just an imaginary planet. But considering its effects and importance, astrologers assigned them as planets. It is believed to bring bad luck, misfortune, greed, dissatisfaction, as well as illusion and delusion. However, when Rahu occupies an auspicious position in one’s birth chart, it brings huge success, recognition, and fame.

Rahu is believed to bring fortune, wellness, success and great power to the individuals whose Rahu is in good position. Rahu is believed to play pivotal role in shaping one’s destiny. Depending upon its placement in birth chart, Rahu can manifest either benefice or malefic effects, depending upon the aspect of one’s chart. We will discuss the both positive and negative aspects of Rahu in one’s kundli.

Rahu is considered benefic when it is placed in the 3rd, 6th, 10th, or 11th house from the ascendant or the moon. It can also be benefic when it is exalted in Gemini or in its own nakshatras of Ardra, Swati, or Shatabhisha. Whereas Rahu is considered malefic when it is placed in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, or 12th house from the ascendant or the moon. It can also be malefic when it is debilitated in Sagittarius or in the nakshatras of Bharani, Magha, or Revati.

Effects of Benefice Rahu

When Rahu is in a favourable position, it garners tremendous ambition, drive and appetite for success. Individuals with strong benefice Rahu garners huge power, work tirelessly to achieve their goals. For example, Donald Trump, ex US President was a successful businessman along with a position of President.
Astrologers often notice individuals with favourable Rahu has different and unique field of interests, which holds tendency to captivate audience. For example, current PM Narendra Modi with his oratory skills.
People with benefice Rahu possesses indelible charm and tends to influence and attract others with their personality.
Individuals with such conditions experience untold material prosperity such as financial prosperity, success in entrepreneurship and business world.
This placement can enhance the creativity and innovation. They always think out of the box which make them leader in their respective field.

Effects of Malefic Rahu

Astrologers believe malefic Rahu can lead to misfortune and instability in life. This may be related to any aspect of life, be it career, marriage, wealth, health, etc.
If you’re having malefic Rahu in your birth chart, you are likely to face challenges and problems throughout your life, possibly in your career, during childbirth, in overall well-being or in accumulating wealth.
Individuals with malefic Rahu often experience poor health conditions, frequently falling sick or easily catching any disease. Problem arises when they recover to face another obstacle.
Wrong placement of Rahu increases the level of stress and anxiety in one’s life. Individuals encounter emotional turmoil and upheavals in their lives which makes them unable to find life’s purpose.
Astrologers believe individuals with bad Rahu are often destined to meet with sudden demise.