The Ornament of Nativity

...is renowned for his wealth, is clever, and possesses a keen memory. 7 This likely describes the month of Ashvina, approximately mid-September to mid-October. He is a performer of good deeds Satkarmakarta: one who consistently acts with virtue and religious merit and is highly eloquent in his speech. He is inclined toward trade and commerce, finding purpose in buying and selling. He is devoted to good works and provides relief to those in distress.

8 For one whose birth occurs in the eighth month Kartika: approximately mid-October to mid-November: 8 He is devoted to visiting holy pilgrimage sites Tirtha-yatra: a journey to a sacred place, often a river or temple, to earn spiritual merit. He is of excellent character Sushila: naturally virtuous or well-behaved, skilled in the various arts, and enjoys the refinements of life. He is an altruist Paropakari: one who finds joy in helping others and never strays from the path of the virtuous. He is endowed with great wealth and magnificence. 9

The person born in the ninth month Margashirsha: approximately mid-November to mid-December is also an altruist but is free from pride. He spends his hard-earned money wisely and is a knower of various sciences and methods. He is blessed with good sons and friends, honors the study of the scriptures, and performs sacred rituals. He nourishes his dependents, delights in his wealth, and possesses a lean physique. 10

One who is a knower of truth and a disciplined practitioner of physical and spiritual well-being Sadhu-yogi: a virtuous person who practices disciplined self-control is devoted to the practice of learning. Through the counsel of elders, he destroys his enemies. One born in the month of Magha approximately mid-January to mid-February is sinless. Da 11 He is an altruist, skillful, and compassionate. He is endowed with a sense of luxury and possesses a delicate, soft body Komalkaya: a physique that is refined and gentle rather than rugged.

One born in Phalguna approximately mid-February to mid-March is playful and possesses eloquence in speech. 12 Now, regarding the results for this month: he is long-lived Chirayu: possessing a great span of life and of an exceptionally good nature. He is blessed with wealth and sons, possesses a radiant and delicate body, and is always joyful. He is humble, skilled in the arts, and born at an auspicious time. He is majestic in character, yet restless and moving. He is fond of women, comes from a noble family, and is highly exalted. Such are the traits of a man whose birth occurs in this final month. 2

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