Vriddha Gargi Prashnavali

Shri Raghunatha Temple Manuscript Library,

JAMMU

No. 1066 - Gha original: १०६६ - घ. The number is written in Devanagari numerals. The letter 'Gha' refers to a specific shelf or category marker in the library's filing system.

Title The Oracle of Great Knowledge original: Mahajjñāna Praśnāvalī. A Prashnavali is a traditional manual used for divination, where a seeker asks a question and finds an answer by selecting verses or numbers from a grid.

Author The Sage Elder Garga original: Vṛddhagārgī muniḥ. "Vriddha" means elder or ancient; Sage Garga is a legendary figure in Indian tradition, regarded as a pioneer in the study of the stars and time.

Extent 2 Indicates that the manuscript consists of two folios or sheets.                          Age __________

Subject Astrology — Complete original: Jyotiṣam — Sampūrṇam. Jyotisha is the Sanskrit term for the science of light and heavenly bodies, encompassing both astronomy and astrology. The note "complete" confirms the entire text is present despite its short length.