Compendium of Astrology

...in the time of the Son of the Earth Bhumisuta: A name for the planet Mars, literally meaning "Son of the Earth.". ॥ 72 ॥

In the matter of vows or marriage, it is not recommended to have three major auspicious events original: "putra traya," literally 'three sons,' but contextually referring to three significant life events such as marriages of three siblings within a single interval. From the entry of a bride Vadhū-praveśa: The ritual first entry of a bride into her husband's home. to the departure of a daughter referring to her own marriage, a six-month interval is considered auspicious. ॥ 73 ॥

In the case of a first pregnancy original: "ādya garbhe", if the birth occurs in the same lunar month as the parent, it is said to bring great distress original: "shaukara-prada," causing pain or trouble. The wise do not deem this appropriate and say it should be avoided literally "destroyed" or "negated" by rituals; however, a second birth in such a month is considered child-granting and fortunate. ॥ 74 ॥

In the month of Jyeshtha Jyeṣṭha: The third month of the Hindu calendar (May–June), associated with the star Antares., it is declared that specific restrictions apply; without favorable conditions, marriage is not suitable. In the constellations of Chitra or other lunar mansions, the marriage rites should be performed according to the lunar reckoning. ॥ 75 ॥

Even when two siblings are of equal status, they should not marry in the same month. If such a thing occurs within one's own family, it leads to misfortune. Furthermore, two brothers should not marry two sisters original: "sahodara-kanyake", for such a union is said to be like a conflict; in such auspicious ceremonies, one must not perform ancestral rites Pitṛ-kriyā: Rituals dedicated to deceased ancestors. simultaneously. ॥ 78 ॥

If a death occurs within three generations original: "tri puruṣe" in the family of either the bride or the groom, the lineage faces ruin if they proceed. Therefore, an interval of several months is desired there for the marriage, or a ritual of pacification Śāntyāya: A ritual of atonement or 'quieting' performed to remove an astrological or ritual defect. must be conducted following the period of birth or death impurity. ॥ 79 ॥

During the Sun's northern transit Uttarāyaṇa: The six-month period when the sun moves north on the celestial sphere, generally considered highly auspicious for rites of passage., the influence of the planets is beneficial. If the Sun original: "Divakara," the Day-Maker is positioned favorably, the obstacles are removed. ॥ 80 ॥

Regarding eclipses original: "grahaṇa" and the bride, some teachers say one thing, while others say another. Such is the tradition original: "kalpa". Therefore, following the established conduct of the virtuous, one should proceed. ॥ 81 ॥ If a woman is devoted to Lord Krishna original: "Keshavena"...