The Lamp of Prices

Shri • Ka • 1 Om. Salutations to the glorious Lord Ganesha.

When the Son of the Sun original: "मार्त्तंड तनय" (mārttaṃḍa tanaya); an epithet for the planet Saturn (Shani), who is considered the son of the solar deity Surya. is situated in the constellation of Purva Phalguni the 11th lunar mansion, associated with the star Delta Leonis., kings are overcome with anxiety and the world experiences a most terrible state. 1

When Saturn is in Uttara Phalguni or holds the constellation of Hasta, a time of abundance original: "सुभिक्षं" (subhikṣaṃ); a period where food is plentiful and easily obtained. arises there, yet there shall be a decline or loss among the servants and laborers. 2

When Saturn is situated in Chitra, sorrow and loss are produced. The market prices original: "अर्घत्व" (arghatva); referring to the value or cost of commodities. increase constantly, even as the clouds provide rain. 3

When even a malefic planet original: "क्रूरोपि" (krūropi); referring to planets with harsh influences, such as Saturn or Mars. passes through Swati and Vishakha, the great sages declare a time of stability and peace for one's own nature. 4

When Jupiter and Rahu the north node of the moon, often associated with eclipses and disruption. are in Hasta and Saturn is in Chitra, the grain perishes and is destroyed. Without a doubt, there will be high prices original: "महर्ध" (mahardha); inflation or expensive goods. in this world. 5

When Mars original: "भौमो" (bhaumo). is situated in the middle of Swati and the Sun is in Revati, there is instability among the rulers and much deliberation regarding their affairs. 6

When Saturn enters Anuradha and moves into Jyeshtha, a fierce and terrible destruction arises in the West. 7

When Mercury original: "बुध:" (budhaḥ). is in Mula and the position of the Moon is in Swati, there should be a collection and hoarding of all types of grain; there is a prospect of profit, though it may be affected by fire.