The Great Journey of Yoga (Brhadyogayatra)

The sage Bhrigu declared that if one sets out on a journey when the Guru Jupiter is in retrograde and comes into contact with the two likely referring to the Sun and Moon, or specific nodes, it brings results contrary to expectations. ॥ 30 ॥ Thus ends:

In the Great Journey (Brihad Yatra), the Fourth Chapter: Explanation of the Influence of the Lunar Mansions (Nakshatras). ॥ 4 ॥

Diseases of the stomach and eyes, obstacles from one's own people, and dangers from the fall of the Sun's day Sunday occur if one performs deeds then. The Moon Himanshu brings disorders of wind and phlegm Vata and Kapha, loss of physical strength, and afflictions caused by water to the traveler.

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1 ॥ On the day of the Son of Earth Mars/Tuesday, one is oppressed by the threat of fire, weapons, and the wrath of ancestors or rulers, as well as fears involving water. On the day of the Son of the Sun Saturn/Saturday, the traveler meets with misery, separation from kinsmen from them, and the bondage of death or disease. ॥ 2 ॥ One traveling under the influence of Mercury and others is not oppressed; rather, by the power of mantras, they achieve great expansion of wealth and the arrival of palanquins and elephants. Victory in battle, royal splendor, joy, and heroism are attained, and there is no fear of thieves or loss of kingdom. ॥ 3 ॥ Excellent grains, clothes, perfumes, ointments, the pleasures of love, and wealth in gems are enjoyed with friends. Planets in non-improving houses Anupachaya: the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and 12th houses are unfavorable even for enemies, while those in improving houses Upachaya: the 3rd, 6th, 10th, and 11th houses bring auspiciousness even if they are malefic.

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In the Great Journey, the Fifth Chapter: The Chapter on the Fruits of the Weekdays (Varaphala). ॥ 5 ॥

One should avoid the Vishti an inauspicious astrological timing and other harsh planetary divisions to avoid calamities for the traveler. Some also consider the Gara a specific Karana or half-tithi

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and the Vanija as unsuitable for actions. ॥ 1 ॥ Shiva, the Serpent, the Friend, the Ancestors, the Vasus, Water, the Universal Gods, and the Creator are the presiding deities of the lunar days. Indra, Agni, the Night-walker, Varuna, Yama, and the Wind... 6

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...possessing these. ॥ 2 ॥ Rudra, the Serpent of the Deep, Pushan, the Moon, Fire, and the Creator. The Moon, the Earth,

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Jupiter, Vishnu, the Sun, Tvashtar, and the Wind—these are the eight Garas during the night. ॥ 3 ॥ Within the fifteen parts of the day, there are thirteen

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named Muhurtas units of time approx. 48 minutes. This is specifically used in the Hora hourly astrology through subtle calculation. ॥ 4 ॥ Whether the influence of the Nakshatras is auspicious, neutral, or harmful is determined by the city. There is a verse by the elder Garga on this: ॥ 5 ॥ The day and night are complete when joined with the Moon and the Nakshatra.

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That Nakshatra and Muhurta are known to possess the qualities of the actions performed within them. ॥ 6 ॥ In the uneven and even divisions, the portions assigned to Brahma and Vishnu are noted. By this, the drinking of water and the heading toward any direction is successful, and all obstacles are destroyed. ॥ 7 ॥

In the Great Journey, the Sixth Chapter: The Chapter on the Qualities of the Muhurtas. ॥ 6 ॥

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For seven days, the traveler should act with a healthy mind, following the Moon and Jupiter. There, the body is protected by the effort of the mind. ॥ 1 ॥ When the Moon is situated in its own house, the Ascendant Lagna is most excellent for the person. Having attained a healthy body, what can the rising of the planets do to one who is firm in mind? ॥ 2 ॥ Even if other factors are purified,

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the Moon remains the best guide according to the Vedas. Even the defects of the birth chart are destroyed when the

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Moon is in an auspicious and beautiful position. ॥ 3 ॥ When the Moon is in the seventh, eighth, or third house from the birth sign, it is considered favorable by men. A position in the fifth house is not desired by kinsmen, unless other factors...