1700–1850

Jyotiṣaviṣayakagrantha

ms_coll_390item_716 · University of Pennsylvania

Sanskrit Devanāgarī Script Hindu Astrology Hindu Astronomy
Repository University of Pennsylvania
Reference No. ms_coll_390item_716
Language Sanskrit
Date 1700–1850

About this Manuscript

The text contains detailed descriptions of various vratas (ritual vows) performed in accordance with specific tithis (lunar dates). It also includes sections on pūtra praśna (questions related to progeny), strī praśna (questions concerning women), and rogi praśna (medical or health-related queries). These topics are interpreted through the influence of the grahas (planets). Additionally, the work discusses śubha and aśubha śakunas(auspicious and inauspicious omens) arising from particular combinations of tithis and planetary positions. Title from external wrapping at the time of purchase. The manuscript written in 13–14 lines per leaf.; 5 leaves are foliated 1-5, upper left and lower right verso.; Mistakes are blacked out; some corrections and additions in margins.

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Catalogue Metadata

Title Jyotiṣaviṣayakagrantha
Repository University of Pennsylvania
Reference Number ms_coll_390item_716
Collection Collection of Indic Manuscripts
Language Sanskrit
Script Devanāgarī
Subject Classification Hindu Astrology, Hindu Astronomy, Devination, Jyotiṣaśāstra.
Date 1700–1850
Place of Origin United States of America
IIIF Manifest Public IIIF manifest available

Subjects & Keywords

Hindu Astrology Hindu Astronomy Devination Jyotiṣaśāstra.