Shloka 46
Nakṣatra-Devatā Enumeration and Muhūrta Rules for Travel, Rites, and Yogas
भार्गवे भपरणी चैव सोमे चित्रा वृषध्वज ! / भौमे चै वोत्तराषाढा धनिष्ठा च बुधे हर !
bhārgave bhaparaṇī caiva some citrā vṛṣadhvaja ! / bhaume cai vottarāṣāḍhā dhaniṣṭhā ca budhe hara !
ഹേ വൃഷധ്വജ (ശിവാ)! ശുക്രനു ഭരണി, ചന്ദ്രനു ചിത്രാ, മംഗളനു ഉത്തരാഷാഢ, ബുധനു ധനിഷ്ഠാ നക്ഷത്രം നിശ്ചയിക്കപ്പെട്ടിരിക്കുന്നു, ഹേ ഹര।
Lord Vishnu (in discourse to Garuda/Vinata-putra)
Concept: Human rites align with graha–nakṣatra correspondences; dharmic action is supported by knowing cosmic relations.
Vedantic Theme: Interdependence of microcosm and macrocosm (piṇḍa–brahmāṇḍa); dharma as living in harmony with cosmic structure.
Application: When selecting muhurta, consider the stated nakṣatra suitability for the relevant graha/day; use as a traditional rule-set in calendrical decisions.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: adbhuta
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.59 (graha–nakṣatra prescriptions around siddhi/viṣa-yoga lists)
FAQs
This verse lists specific nakṣatras linked with particular planets, indicating how ritual timing and observances may be aligned with graha-influences for dharmic practice.
Indirectly: by emphasizing correct ritual order and timing (through nakṣatra–graha rules), it supports the broader Purāṇic theme that disciplined dharma and proper rites help ensure favorable outcomes after death.
Use it as a traditional reference when selecting auspicious timings (muhūrta) for vows, worship, or remedial observances, while keeping ethical conduct as the primary foundation.