Hardev’s Immediate Inquiry 15

15. O seeker original: "pracchaka"; the person asking the question, there will be anxiety in the mind and there is no doubt that there will be strife within the household. There will be loss of wealth and honor, and physical pain or illness. However, there are also signs of auspicious celebrations original: "mangalāchār"; refers to ceremonies like weddings or births and the growth of the family lineage. Regarding the royal court original: "rajdwar"; historically referring to government offices or legal matters, there may be a loss of wealth related to a daughter and a delay in results.

The fruit of this inquiry is as follows: there will be various types of news and some profit, but the work at hand is currently beyond your control. Because the planetary conditions original: "dasha"; astrological periods are shifting, the situation is mediocre. In the waning period, there is a particular loss of wealth and excessive expenditure; profits are average, and anxiety, strife, and damages occur. Even in the royal court, work does not proceed according to one's wishes.

As for when the work will be accomplished: outwardly, the Moon appears miraculous, which should increase the honor of the lineage and bring success. However, the mind remains in a state of great distraction original: "vikshep". Therefore, it is best to worship Lord Shiva and offer food to ants original: "chiti nal"; a traditional ritual of feeding flour and sugar to ant colonies to remove obstacles. By giving charity with your own hands—specifically jaggery, wheat, red cloth, and red flowers—and if God wills it, the work will now be done quickly and your desires will be fulfilled.