(Gomeda): Counters the negative influences of Maya

Bestows good health and victory over enemies

Gomeda is the Gem Stone of Rahu ("head of the dragon") and it's natural significations include worldly desires, worldly benefits, laziness, gratification, and ignorance. Unpredictable by nature, it creates sudden changes and influences, rigidity and passion and is similar to Sani or Saturn in its nature and influence.

It cures diseases, gives knowledge and intelligence. It promotes good education and ensures improvement in the profession. Native's business will flourish. The adverse effects caused by evil also vanish. One gets quite active by wearing Gomeda and gets promotion in the service. It can give unexpected wealth to its wearer. It bestows a very happy life, and the enmity of relatives disappears. Evil spirits go away. It ensures sound sleep and gives peace of mind.

In the human physiology, rahu corresponds to the head of the caudate which, influences memory in relation to orientation in space.


Gemological Properties
Gomed (Hessonite Garnet)
Chemical Composition Ca3Al2(Si04)3
Color: From red, smoky to honey color
Hardness 7 - 7.5
Refractive Index 1.738 - 1.745 Single refractive
Density 3.60 - 3.68

Hessonite gems are considered the rarest of the planetary stones and like the yellow sapphire, golden hessonite is a good balancing stone and is recommended for almost everyone, as it counters the negative influences of Maya (illusion).


Astrological-Healing Properties
Planet: Rahu
Cosmic Color: Ultraviolet
Sign: Aquarius

Rahu is a spiritual inclined planet and when it is well-placed, the native usually has –

•	Very strong spiritual tendencies and desire to do goodness to others
•	Detachment to material goals
•	Very influential and respected in society
•	Power, fame, political success, money
•	Insatiable worldly desires and sense gratification
•	Obsessive and convulsive influences

It helps in prevention of - Cancer, fears, phobias, and poison

Sanskrit Names Gomeda, cow's urine colored gem, Rahu-ratna, Rahu's gem, Pita rakta mani, Orange gem, Tamo-mani, Rahu's jewel.

Hessonite is considered a stone of good quality and auspicious when it is of fine and good color, soft in touch, giving luster and radiance.