Beliefs about "Rahu swallowing the moon" Must you avoid going outside or worship with black items? Astrologer Chang reveals the truth and scientific facts to clear all doubts. You can live and travel normally; chanting prayers to boost your luck is enough.
The phenomenon of "Rahu swallowing the moon" or scientifically called a "lunar eclipse" often comes with ancient beliefs and taboos, especially widely shared rumors that you must "not go outside" or "set up a table to worship with black items" to ward off bad luck. Let's revisit an interview with Astrologer Chang Tosaporn, a well-known astrologer, who has addressed these doubts.
Lord Rahu symbolizes darkness and obsession. During an eclipse, ancient people believed negative energy was very strong. Going outdoors in the dew or staring at the obscured moon might cause "bad luck" or misfortune to come upon a person. This became a caution passed down to avoid going outside at night during Rahu swallowing the moon.
To provide correct understanding and prevent public panic, Astrologer Chang Tosaporn has clearly explained the facts about this phenomenon, summarized into three main points:
A lunar eclipse is a natural event when the sun, earth, and moon align in a straight line, causing the earth's shadow to cover the moon.
This phenomenon does not emit harmful radiation to eyes or health. People can safely watch the beautiful moon with the naked eye 100%. It has no physical effect on fate.
(Recite Namo three times)
Yatta tang mama tang thaya tawatang
Mama tang watitang sekama mama
Kasetang katiyang mama yatika.
Kinnu santaramano wa Rahu suriyang pamunjasi sangwikkharupo akamma kinnu phito wa titthasiti.
The phenomenon of Rahu swallowing the moon, or a lunar eclipse, is not as scary as thought. Both Astrologer Chang's explanation and astronomy confirm that people can live and go outside normally. There is no need to panic or perform complicated black item rituals. Simply live cautiously, pray appropriately, and enjoy the natural beauty of the phenomenon.