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ŚRĪ CANDRA-SŪRYA PRAJNAPTI SŪTRA
6TH AND 7TH UPĀŅGA SŪTRA
MATHEMATICS AND ASTROLOGY
Bhagwan Mahāvīra has vividly described astrology in Candra Prajñapti and Sūrya Prajñapti Sūtra.
The moon's orbit, its cycle, direction, the size of the moon and its phases etc. are explained in this Āgama. Description of sun's orbit, the increase and decrease in the intensity of its heat is also covered in this Agama. It describes how the sun
and moon causes eclipses.
It also explains how with the help of the sun and moon, a soul can bring out its inner powers. This Agama is a treasure of astrology. It would be extremely beneficial, if the present day astrologers' fine-tune their knowledge with Candra and Sūrya Prajñapti Sūtra. The Āgama provides immaculate knowledge of the orbits and movements of all the planets and constellations.
The Devas (celestial beings) rule the sun and moon giving them different types of movements and why the sun and moon revolve on their axis is explained in this Āgama. Those aspirants having interest in astrology and astronomy can benefit highly by studying this Āgama. However, not every disciple is permitted to read and study this Āgama. Only those disciples who earn the favor and grace of their Guru are allowed to read this Āgama.
