O best of sages, listen with attention to the wisdom of the stars and their influence upon human actions. When a person is born, they attain the qualities and effects—be they good or bad—of the sign occupied by the Moon at that moment. Later, as the Sun journeys through the heavens and enters that same sign, a significant transition occurs. Yet, in matters such as vows, marriages, and similar sacred rites, it is not desirable for both the Moon and the Sun to occupy the same sign in this sequence; such alignment is considered inauspicious. To remove faults arising from such planetary conditions, one should offer gold with devotion. If a powerful planet is transiting at that time, obstacles become more potent and must be considered carefully. However, if the Moon’s sign is free from affliction by the nine, five, or three watery planets, or by malefic influences, then the time is auspicious. Similarly, if the gods are not afflicting the end of the desired watery sign, and are established in their own dharma, then it is also auspicious. When Saturn, Mercury, or the Sun are positioned in the angles during expenditures, and benefic herbs are present, the results are favorable. Likewise, if planets are stationed at the end of the signs of Dhītri, Yaka, or Gaja, accompanied by auspicious planets (except the Moon), the signs are good. Auspiciousness prevails if, at the end, there is no affliction from the eight, six, or three watery signs, nor from the Sun, Moon, or malefics. If the eight or seven limbs are free from harm by the Sun, Moon, malefics, enemies, or Mars, then the time is propitious. Therefore, after carefully considering planetary afflictions, one should declare whether the time is auspicious or not. Interestingly, if a benefic planet aspects a sign, the result may turn unfavorable; but if a malefic casts its glance, it can bring about auspicious outcomes. The disposition of the planets—whether in a hostile sign, in the sign of an enemy, or even in their own sign—must be observed with care. When planets are found in adverse positions, pacification rites should be performed with diligence. Wearing gems such as pearls, coral, or emeralds, in the proper order, can help satisfy the Sun and the other planets. If these measures are observed, the fortnight becomes auspicious; otherwise, the dark fortnight is to be avoided. Auspiciousness is also ensured if there is no affliction from planets stationed in the signs of Ri, Phara, Andhra, or other watery signs, nor from those wandering in the sky. Throughout life, friends and close companions are repeatedly acquired from birth, reflecting the cycles of fate. The order of vegetables, jaggery, salt, sesame, and gold, as well as the twelve phases of the Moon in each zodiac sign, must be noted in sequence. There are also destructive phases, the final arrow, and the last stage, all determined by the Sun’s portion. Consumption of mustard, fever, trembling, and states of stability are named according to these influences. When Aries rises, the source of metals and acts of war are established. With Taurus, agriculture, trade, and livestock-related activities come into being. Under Gemini, elephant riding, coronations, and similar acts are best performed. Cancer rising favors nourishing acts, writing, and inscriptions. Leo is the time for valor, attack, and royal matters. When Virgo ascends, nourishing and all auspicious acts are suitable. Libra is ideal for all actions, especially those involving weighing scales. Scorpio favors acts of theft and stable undertakings. Sagittarius is best for movable, immovable, and mixed acts. With Capricorn, one should undertake departures and acts related to livestock and servants. Aquarius is auspicious for actions involving water vessels, weapons, and implements. When Pisces rises, adornment, acts involving water vessels, and horses are favored. If these times are observed by cruel planets or joined with fierce ones, their nature becomes fierce indeed. There are auspicious stars, inauspicious ones, and some that are neutral; others are of sinful disposition. If a person is deprived of the results by these influences, he simply attains his own inherent nature. When, in the end, the result is insignificant, this holds true in every case, reflecting the eternal law of the cosmos.