But having become deathless, Rahu survived and to this day seeks revenge on the tattletales by devouring them.

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In Thai legend, Rahu reappears as the younger brother of two men who are reincarnated as the sun and moon.

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Special measures are being taken to minimize the effects of Rahu's bite.

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Surya (the sun) and Soma (the moon) reported the incident to the great deity Vishnu, who promptly sought out the impudent Rahu and lopped off his head.

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