Dikshitar Navagraha Kriti - 8; Smaramyaham – Raga RamapriyA (RamAmanohari)– Rupaka thalam

The eighth composition of the Navagraha Kritis of Shri Muthuswamy Dikshitar.
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Though this Kriti is attributed to have been composed by Dikshitar, there is a wide belief it is composed by followers or disciples of Dikshitar, which is evident from the structure of the composition.

Rahu is known as the planet of disruption, rebellion, and obsession. Rahu can bring sudden changes, challenges, and opportunities in life. It can also reveal one's hidden talents, desires, and potentials.
Pallavi
Smaramyaham sada rahum suryacandravikshyam vikrtadeham
Anupallavi
Surasuram rogaharam sarpadibhitiharam shurpasanasukhakaram shulayaudhadharakaram
Charanam
Karalavadanam kathinam kayanarnakarunardrapangam caturbhujam khadgakhetadidharanan
Madhyamakalam
Carmadinilavastram gomedakabharanam shanisukramitraguruguhasamtoshakaranam

Translation :
I am constantly reminded of Rahu who seizes Surya and Chandra, and is deformed.
Who is both God and demon, who removes all ills, and dispels danger from poisonous creatures like serpents. Who does good to those who worship him seated in his grain-sieve and bears the spear.
Who with a dreadful face, harsh, directing his compassionate side-glance when worshipped with the Kayana mantra, with four hands and carrying the sword and shield. Who is attired in blue cloth and dress made of leather, who wears ornaments made of Gomedaka gems, the friendly planet of Shani and Shukra, and who delights Guruguha.