A Bouquet of Auspicious Timings

On Wearing New Clothes

When the stars Anuradha original: "maitra", Shatabhisha original: "niśā", and Pushya are active, it is considered famous for prosperity. One should avoid wearing new clothes on Saturdays original: "manda" and Tuesdays original: "āra", or on days when one feels spiritually "discolored" or detached original: "virakte dine". 1
This concludes the rules for putting on garments.

Special Considerations for Clothing

In the star of Pushya, or Rohini original: "dhātrā," referring to the creator Brahma, the deity of Rohini, or Punarvasu original: "aditi," the deity of Punarvasu, it is said that wearing new clothes brings great fortune. However, even if a foreign land or a wedding requires it, one should be mindful of the lunar influence. 2
This concludes the specific rules for wearing garments.

On Planting Trees and Vines

Under the stars Shatabhisha original: "śatadru", Mula, Anuradha, Mrigashira, Rohini implied by "rādhā," often paired with Anuradha, Hasta, and Pushya, the planting of small trees and vines is highly praised. This should ideally be done when the Moon is waxing original: "śīta-gau," the 'cool-rayed' one and on Wednesdays original: "soma-putre," the 'Son of the Moon'. 3
This concludes the rules for planting trees and vines.

The Auspicious Time for Visiting the King

The stars Dhanishtha, Uttara-Phalguni, Uttara-Ashadha, Uttara-Bhadrapada original: "trayottarā", Hasta, Pushya, Mrigashira, and Shravana are the most auspicious for seeking an audience with the King. One should avoid the "Empty" lunar days original: "riktā" and the Full Moon original: "pūrva" to ensure the King's favor. 4
This concludes the Muhurta for visiting the King.

Work with Horses and Elephants

For activities involving horses original: "vājikarma" and elephants original: "hastikarma", the stars Magha, Pushya, Svati, Hasta, and Dhanishtha are recommended. It is also beneficial when the stars Vishakha, Anuradha, Mrigashira, Chitra, and the three "Uttara" stars are present. 5
This concludes the rules for horse and elephant management.

Prohibitions on Bringing Livestock Home

The "Empty" days original: "riktā", the 8th day of the lunar cycle, the New Moon original: "darśa", Tuesdays original: "bhaume", and Saturdays original: "śani" are forbidden for bringing new cattle or animals into the home. Wise men say that for the safety and stability of the herd, one must observe these prohibitions during travel and entry.
This concludes the prohibitions for the entry and movement of livestock.

The Timing for Buying and Selling

For the commencement of commerce original: "vastra-kriyayo," likely referring to the trade of cloth and goods, the stars Vishakha, Bharani, Krittika, Magha, Svati, and Shatabhisha are considered auspicious on favorable days. These stars facilitate the buying and selling of goods. 7
This concludes the Muhurta for buying and selling.

Additional Rules for Trade

Trade is further supported by Svati, Rohini, the three Uttara stars, Hasta, Pushya, and Chitra. When these combine with Mondays original: "dvipā-gau," associated with the Moon or Wednesdays original: "saumye", it brings success in the exchange of wealth...