Listen, as the ancient wisdom unfolds the intricate tapestry of time and its portents. When the seventh lunar day falls on a Sunday, or the first lunar day aligns with a Monday, certain potent influences come into play. Names such as Ānanda, Kāladaṇḍa, Dhūmradhātṛ, and Sudhākara arise, followed by Mitra, Mānasa, Padma, Lumbaka, Utpāta, and Mṛtyu. Next appear Rākṣasa, Vara, Sthairya, and Vardhamāna, each manifesting in their ordained order. On Sundays, the sequence continues with Dasra, Bhārdidu, and Bhādvidha, linked to the deities Vaiśvadeva, Bhagusuta, Vāruṇa, and Bhāskarātmaja. Mondays bring forth Mitrabha and Ācārya, as well as Tiṣya, Pauṣṇa, and the son of Bhṛgu. Nandā is associated with Āditya and Bhauma, while Bhadrā belongs to Śukra and Śaśāṅka. Notably, the Nandā lunar day falls on Fridays, Bhadrā on Mondays, and Jayā on Mars’ day. Further, the eleventh lunar day finds its place on Monday, and the twelfth on Sunday. The ninth and fifth lunar days that coincide with Tuesday are considered burnt conjunctions, inauspicious for undertakings. On Wednesdays, Śraviṣṭā and Aryamabha preside, while Thursdays are marked by Jyeṣṭā and the day of Bhṛgu. From the constellation Viśākhā onward, the four groups proceed in order, corresponding to the Sun, Sunday, and so forth. It is taught that combinations formed by the joining of day and lunar date, or by day and constellation, are not generally auspicious. Fierce, eight-eyed, great-bellied, slow, and Mandākinī—the slow-flowing one—are invoked in sequence, each linked with Śūdra, thief, Vaiśya, earth, deity, king, and cow, respectively. The influence of these times varies by the hour: in the forenoon, kings are harmed; at midday, Brāhmaṇas; in the afternoon, the common folk; and at night, those who wander after dark, actors, and those active in the latter part of the night are affected. If the Sun enters Aries during the day, it is an omen of misfortune and conflict. At such times, horses, dogs, camels, bulls, foot-soldiers, weapons, tools, and vehicles are all touched by these portents. Clubs, maces, swords, staffs, arrows, bows, and spears, as well as food, rice pudding, alms, soup, milk, and curd, come under their sway. Cows, merchants, all people, children, and those who dwell among cattle are similarly influenced. When a four-footed animal, sesame, or serpent is found sleeping during these periods, it signals a change is at hand. Weapons, vehicles, food, and all that pertains to one's caste are affected as well. Those who are blind, slow-natured, of middling disposition, or with beautiful eyes are noted in this context. When the Sun enters a fixed sign, it is known as Viṣṇupada, a sacred step of Viṣṇu. The Sun’s passage through the equinoctial points—Libra and Aries—marks significant transitions. At the equinox, sixteen auspicious channels are proclaimed. The direction of auspiciousness—east, west, south, or north—may shift to the previous or following day, depending on the configuration. One attains the sign of the Moon present at the time, whether its influence is good or bad. The Sun’s transition is marked by its entry into that sign. For vows, marriages, and similar rites, it is advised that neither of the two (the day or the lunar date) be chosen if they are inauspicious according to this order. To remove faults, one should place and donate gold at such times. When the strong planet is transiting, obstacles become more formidable. Yet, if the configuration is not afflicted by the nine, five, or three watery planets, nor by malefics, then auspiciousness prevails. Likewise, if the gods do not afflict the end of the desired watery sign, and are established in their own dharma, the time is favorable. If, during expenditures, Saturn, Mercury, or the Sun are positioned in the angles and accompanied by benefic herbs, auspiciousness is assured. When stationed at the end of the sign of Dhītri, Yaka, or Gaja, and joined by auspicious planets except the Moon, the time is also favorable. Finally, if not afflicted at the end by the eight, six, or three watery signs, or by the Sun, Moon, or malefics, then, O best of sages, the moment is considered auspicious. Thus, the wise observe the dance of time, the play of planets, stars, and lunar days, ever attentive to the subtle signs that guide the destinies of beings and the success of their undertakings.