Within the sacred Garuda Purana, the ancient wisdom of the stars and their influence unfolds, guiding humanity in matters of auspicious timing and omens. It is taught that certain days and celestial configurations must be carefully avoided, for they bring suffering and impediments. For example, the sixth day is unfavorable for those descended from the Sun, and journeys should not be undertaken on this day. Wednesday, too, is especially to be avoided for setting out on a journey. There are particular lunar days, or tithis, and zodiac signs that hold significance: the fourth tithi in Taurus and Aquarius, and the twelfth in Capricorn and Libra. When these are afflicted, wise people refrain from important undertakings, as they are said to bring sorrow and adversity. Further, the three Dhanishtha nakshatras on Tuesday and the three Revatis on Wednesday are inauspicious, as are the three Uttara Phalgunis on Saturday. Certain planetary positions are also cautioned against: the Sun in Mula, the Moon in Shravana, Mars in the northern Proshthapada, Purva Phalguni with Venus, and Swati with Saturn. When determining the proper time, one must consider whether these combinations hold power; if they do, their influence is not desirable and brings dullness. To ascertain auspiciousness, the letters of the names of the man and woman involved in an event may be combined into three, and the resultant yogas considered. In the Vishkambha yoga, five ghatis are auspicious; in Shula, seven are declared. In yogas such as Vyatipata, Parigha, and Vaidhriti, each day must be considered individually. There are also auspicious combinations: the Sun in Hasta, Jupiter in Pushya, and Wednesday in Anuradha. On Friday, Revati is best, and Ashvini is auspicious with Mars. Venus with Bharani, the Moon with Chitra, Jupiter with Shatabhisha, and Venus with Rohini are all favorable. Pushya, Punarvasu, and Revati together with Chitra are auspicious as well. For birth-rites and similar ceremonies, Shatabhisha is recommended. However, Ashlesha and Krittika, O Rudra, are associated with departure from life, and thus bring death. Thus concludes the fifty-ninth chapter of the Achara Kanda in the Purva Khanda of the Garuda Purana, which discusses the burning of nakshatras, their deities, and yogas. Continuing, the scripture describes the periods associated with the Adityas and other planets. In the six Adityas, ten tithis are to be known; in Soma, fifteen are remembered. The period of Saturn is ten years, and that of Jupiter is nineteen years. The Sun’s period is also ten years, bringing distress and the destruction of kings. Mars brings suffering and loss of kingdom and possessions. Saturn’s period causes loss of kingdom, bondage, and suffering. Rahu’s period brings loss of kingdom, disease, and suffering. The signs of the planets are specified: Aries belongs to Mars, Taurus to Venus, Leo to the Sun, Virgo to Mercury, Sagittarius to Jupiter, and both Capricorn and Aquarius to Saturn. From the full moon, there are two, and from Purvashadha, there are two. When it comes to adornment, Ashvini, Revati, Chitra, and Dhanishtha are auspicious nakshatras. As omens, the sight of a mongoose or a mouse on the right side is favorable when setting out. Seeing a flute, a woman, or a full water jar is also auspicious. Cotton, medicinal herbs, oil, cooked charcoal, and snakes are noted as significant. The scripture further describes signs associated with hiccups. If a hiccup occurs on the left side, it brings great benefit. In the southwest direction, it foretells grief and sorrow; in the west, it promises sweet food; in the northeast, it is said to indicate death. These are the results of hiccups according to the tradition. The marks upon the body are also described: in whichever sign the Sun resides, there are three marks on the head. One mark appears on each pair of arms, and one on each of the two hands. One star is placed in the secret region, and one upon each knee. When the star is positioned at the feet, it is said that a person is born with a short lifespan. Thus, the wisdom of the stars, planets, and omens is revealed, guiding the faithful in the timing of their actions and the interpretation of signs, as preserved in the holy Garuda Purana.