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In the signs of the Bull and the Lion, success is achieved quickly after a long wait. In the signs of the Dog and the Donkey, victory is obtained, and the enemy is certainly struck down. ॥ 46 ॥ In the signs of the Crow and Smoke, there is no victory, and there will be quarrels with one's brothers. Thus, the best of astrologers original: "ganakottamaih"; refers to master calculators or astronomers have explained the consideration of royal success original: "Rajayoga"; a configuration indicating power or high status. ॥ ॥
5 In the signs of the Flag and the Elephant, the acquisition of authority original: "Adhikara"; refers to office, rank, or power is stable. In the Bull and the Lion, success is achieved. In the Donkey and the Dog, there is strife; and in the Crow and Smoke, there is no acquisition at all. ॥ 48 ॥
In the signs of the Flag, the Bull, the Elephant, and the Lion, the acquisition of a village historical context: this refers to gaining land rights or lordship over a settlement is certain. The wise person should declare with certainty that in the remaining signs, there is no acquisition of a village. ॥ 49 ॥
In the signs of the Elephant and the Flag, the task is stable meaning the results will be long-lasting. In the Bull and the Lion, the task is moving or changeable. In the Donkey and the Dog, it takes a long time; and in the Crow and Smoke, the task is not accomplished. ॥ 50 ॥