The Extraction of Determinations for Lunar Days (1836) - Page 3

Now begins the Determination of Lunar Days. original: Atha Tithi Nirṇaya Prāraṃbha. The word "Atha" is a traditional Sanskrit auspicious opening, signaling the start of a formal treatise.

Determination of Lunar Days:


:	Determination of Lunar Days original: Tithi Nirnayah	: Title
:	:	: Author
:	:	: Editor
:	Saka Era 1758 The Saka era is a historical Indian calendar system starting in 78 CE; the year 1758 corresponds to approximately 1836 CE.	: Year, Vols.
:	:	: Publisher
368 :	:	: Remarks

Tithi Nirnaya (Determination of Lunar Days): A specialized genre of Sanskrit literature used to calculate the exact timing of lunar phases. Because lunar days (tithis) do not align perfectly with solar days, these texts are essential for determining the correct calendar dates for religious festivals and Vedic rites.

Saka 1758: A specific date in the Shaka calendar. To find the Western equivalent, one adds 78 years to the Shaka date. In this case, 1758 + 78 = 1836 CE.

Sanskrit manuscript: A hand-written document in Sanskrit, the classical language of Indian philosophy, science, and religion.

### M. T. B. COLLEGE, SURAT

Manuscripts Library

No. Reference / Serial 368

Title: Determination of Lunar Days Sanskrit: Tithi Nirnaya. This title refers to a manual of astronomical and religious calculations used to define the boundaries of lunar days to ensure the efficacy of rituals.

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