In the sacred teachings of the Garuda Purana, the arrangement of days, lunar phases, and constellations is revealed as a tapestry woven with the presence of divine energies and auspicious influences. On the sixth and fourteenth days of the lunar month, it is Indrāṇī who is established in the western direction, her presence marking these times. On the eighth day and the night of the new moon, Mahālakṣmī herself is present, bestowing her blessings. The twelfth and the fourth lunar days are graced by Kaumārī, who resides in the southwest. Certain constellations are also mentioned with reverence: Aśvinī, Maitra, Revatī, Mṛga, Mūla, and Punarvasu, along with the five beginning with Hasta, and three that shine in the northern sky. Among all the lunar mansions, those that are suitable for clothing and covering are considered the most favorable. There are three constellations in the east, as well as those that are downward-facing, which are described in detail. When it comes to sacred acts such as excavating a temple for the gods or digging for treasure, one should only perform these during periods ruled by downward-facing constellations, O bearer of the bull-banner, as well as other similar actions. Some constellations—Anuradha, Mrigashirsha, and Jyeshtha—are said to be side-facing. These are the proper times for sowing seeds and for acts involving movement, such as coming and going. Any actions that are to be performed on the sides should take place during these constellations. There are also upward-facing constellations—Varuna, Shravana, and nine others. All acts that are elevated or directed upward should be performed during these times. The lunar calendar further guides human activity: the new moon, the full moon, the twelfth, and the fourteenth days each hold their own significance. The third day is associated with the son of the earth, the fourth with Saturn, the seventh with the son of Soma, and the eighth with Mars and the Sun. The eleventh day is connected to Jupiter and Venus, and the twelfth again to Mercury. Both the full moon and new moon are considered most auspicious for Jupiter. There are also cautions: Mars should be avoided on the tenth day, and Mercury on the ninth. The sixth day should be avoided for the son of the Sun, as such times are not suitable for journeys or similar undertakings. Especially on Wednesdays, one should refrain from setting out on a journey. Further, the fourth lunar day in Taurus and Aquarius, and the twelfth in Capricorn and Libra, are to be avoided if afflicted, for they may bring suffering. On Tuesdays, the three Dhanishthas should be avoided, as should the three Revatis on Wednesdays, and on Saturdays, the three Uttara Phalgunis. The positions of the planets also matter: the Sun in Mula, the Moon in Shravana, Mars in the northern Proshthapada, Purva Phalguni with Venus, and Swati with Saturn—all these combinations should be avoided when determining the proper time for actions, as they are not desirable and are considered dull. When determining auspicious times, the letters of the names of the man and woman are to be combined into three groups. In the Vishkambha yoga, five ghatis are considered; in Shula, seven. In Vyatipata, Parigha, and Vaidhriti, each day is significant in its own way. Certain combinations are especially auspicious: in Hasta, the Sun; in Pushya, Jupiter; in Anuradha, Wednesday is considered favorable. On Friday, Revati is the best, and Ashvini is auspicious with Mars. With Venus, Bharani is favored; with the Moon, Chitra is propitious, O Bull-bannered One. With Jupiter, Shatabhisha is auspicious, O Rudra, and with Venus, so is Rohini. Pushya, Punarvasu, and Revati together with Chitra are all favorable times. For birth-rites and similar ceremonies, Shatabhisha is recommended, while Ashlesha and Krittika, O Rudra, are associated with death at departure. Thus, in the holy Garuda Purana, in the Purva Khanda, within the Achara Kanda and the Jyotisha Shastra, the fifty-ninth chapter—'On the burning of nakshatras, their deities, and yogas'—is brought to a close. The teachings continue: among the six Adityas, ten tithis are to be known, and in relation to Soma, fifteen are remembered.