In the sacred narrative of the Garuḍa Purāṇa, the celestial chariots and the wisdom of astrology are revealed with reverence and clarity. First, the mighty Shukra is seen, yoked to eight swift horses called Pishanga, whose speed rivals the wind itself. His grand chariot is adorned with banners and accompanied by devoted attendants, marking his regal presence among the stars. Next, the splendid chariot of Bhauma, radiant and golden, emerges. It too is drawn by eight magnificent horses, their hue as red as the precious padmaraga gem, and they are said to be born of fire. Such is the glory of the planetary chariots as they traverse the heavens. Brihaspati, the wise, abides for a year in each sign of the zodiac, patiently guiding the cosmic order. Shanaischar, the slow-moving Saturn, ascends with measured steps, traveling gradually across the celestial sphere. O Śiva, it is proclaimed that those who have made a single offering are forever freed from the lords of beings. They become radiant, their color like straw-smoke and red as lac-dye, blessed and luminous in their liberation. Thus concludes the fifty-eighth chapter, named ‘Description of the Bhuvanakośa,’ in the Ācāra section of the First Part of the great Purāṇa, Śrī Garuḍa. Now begins the science of astrology. Having explained the measure of the earth’s sphere, Keśava speaks. He reveals the presiding deities of the stars: Kṛttikā is governed by Agni, the fire god, and Rohiṇī by Brahmā, the creator. Punarvasu is ruled by Aditi, and Tiṣya by the deity Guru. The Pūrvaphalgunī stars belong to Bhaga, while Uttara is Aryaman’s domain. Svātī is presided over by Vāyu, the wind god. Anurādhā is of Mitra, and Jyeṣṭhā of Śakra, the lord of the heavens. Both Pūrvā and Uttarā Āṣāḍhā are governed by the Viśvedevas. Dhaniṣṭhā is known as the star of Vāsava. The Pūrvabhādrapadā is ruled by Aja Ekapāda, and the Uttarabhādrapadā by Ahirbudhnya. Bharaṇī belongs to Yama, the lord of dharma. Thus, the deities of the stars are declared. On the tenth lunar day, Māheśvarī presides in the north during the second half. On the sixth and fourteenth days, Indrāṇī is established in the west. Mahālakṣmī is present on the eighth day and on the new moon. Kaumārī dwells in the southwest on the twelfth and fourth lunar days. Among the lunar mansions, Aśvinī, Maitra, Revatī, Mṛga, Mūla, and Punarvasu, along with the five constellations beginning with Hasta and the three northern ones, are considered best for clothing and covering. The three eastern ones and those that are downward-facing are described. For acts such as the excavation of temples or the digging for treasure, only those constellations which are downward-facing should be chosen, O bearer of the bull-banner. Anuradha, Mrigashirsha, and Jyeshtha are said to be side-facing. These are suitable for sowing seeds and for actions involving coming and going; whatever tasks are performed on the sides should be undertaken during these constellations. Varuna, Shravana, and nine others are considered upward-facing. All acts that are elevated or upward should be performed during these upward-facing constellations. The lunar days also have their planetary associations: the new moon, the full moon, the twelfth, and the fourteenth days are auspicious. The third day is associated with the son of the earth, and the fourth with Saturn. The seventh is linked to the son of Soma, and the eighth to Mars and the Sun. The eleventh is governed by Jupiter and Venus, while the twelfth belongs again to Mercury. The full moon and new moon are best for Jupiter. Mars should be avoided on the tenth day, and Mercury on the ninth. Thus, the wisdom of the stars and planets, their chariots and their presiding deities, and the auspicious times for sacred actions are lovingly revealed, guiding seekers upon the path of cosmic harmony.