The Glow at the Horizon
This chapter deals with the phenomenon of "Digdaha" or the burning of quarters/glow at the horizon, interpreting its various colors, directions, and accompanying atmospheric conditions.
Color & Appearance
🟡
Yellow
Fire in the quarters
Peril to the king
🔥
Fiery
Fire in the quarters
Ruin of the country
🔴
Rubicund
With wind from the left
Destruction of crops
⚔️
Blood-red
Great brilliance
Raging of the sword (war)
Intensity Signs
Great Brilliance (Illumination + Shadow)
Creates illumination and reveals shadow like the Sun does
Result: Great calamity to the king
Directional Omens
Fire seen in specific directions bodes evil to specific groups:
| Direction | Affected Group |
|---|---|
| East | Kshatriyas with their chieftains |
| South-East | Smiths and boys (or princes) |
| South | Vaisyas along with cruel men |
| South-West | Envoys and widows that have remarried |
| West | Sudras and agriculturists |
| North-West | Thieves and horses |
| North | Brahmins |
| North-East | Heretics and merchants |
Beneficial Signs
Good for Mankind and Kings
If the following conditions are met, the phenomenon is auspicious:
- Calm sky
- Glossy and bright stars
- Breeze blowing in a clock-wise direction
- Fire at the horizon with the hue of gold