Bharatiya Jyotihshastra (History of Indian Astronomy), translated by R. V. Vaidya v2.c13.s2.4
Bhāratīya Jyotiḥśāstra (History of Indian Astronomy), translated by R. V. Vaidya v2.c13.s2.4
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The muhūrta work usually contains a general chapter called the 'tyājya prakaraṇa' (the chapter of taboos). It mentions the tithis, nakṣatras etc. which are prohibited for any auspicious ceremony. Next comes a general description of the nature, auspicious or otherwise, of tithi, day of the week, nakṣatra, yoga, samkrānti etc. Next come the muhūrtas favourable for fifteen sacraments such as impregnation and other sanctifying ceremonies,