Abhrachāyā

Abhrachāyā is a work on astronomy, with mathematical calculations on the alignment of planets according to their longitudinal axis using celestial indicators like rāśi. Maṇgalagrah (Mars) is also known as Bhauma son of Bhūmi. It is believed that Maṇgala is the son of Earth. This Ms. written in 8–9 lines per folio each numbered and with double pūrna virāma (full stop) on either side. The title, 'Abhrachāyā' is taken from the incipit (f. 1a). The alternative title is in the colophon (f. 2b). Mistakes are covered with yellow or blacked out. Some corrections and additions in the margins.