Every time I open Valens, things that I took for granted innumerable times in my previous studies will come as something interesting. In Valens’ three planet conjunctions in Book I; Saturn, Jupiter, and the Sun are described as "unsteady and insecure." Valens says that when these planets are in such a condition, they can bring failure concerning possessions, friendships, and enterprises. They may first indicate assistance from unexpected sources, inheritances, reputation, aut

Uttarabhadra pada is ruled by the sea serpent Ahirbudhnya, a being that is vast, monstrous, and bestowed with unimaginable power. When this power is finally unleashed, it is calamitous in nature and plays a crucial role in restoring order. Naturally, a huge sea serpent resting beneath the ocean bed is slow and unmoving most of the time, not because it lacks strength, but because it understands restraint. It does not act unless there is an utmost need. This does not mean it ca