forms, colors, and shapes.

12. They say that this (zodiac)

, in which arise the seven planets, rises in a clockwise direction, and moves in strict accord with the
(proper) order (of the signs) up to mid-heaven; the visible half continues on to the western (horizon).

13. . . . (their) distinctions are established . . .

14. The first (sign) is traditionally said to have the shape of a ram; it is called by the ancients the head
of Kala. Its places are the paths of goats and sheep, caves, mountains, (hideouts of) thieves, and
(places tihere there are) fire, metals, mines, and jewels.

15. The second is said to have the shape of a bull; it is the mouth and throat of the Creator. Its places
are those of forests, mountains, ridges, elephants, herds of cows, and farmers.

16. The third is a couple (a woman and a man) holding a lyre and a club (respectively); it is the region
of the shoulders and arms of Prajspati. Its places are those of dancers, singers, artisans, and women,
and (places for) playing games, sexual intercourse, gambling, and recreation.

17. The fourth, which has the form of a crab standing in water and which is the region of the chest, is
called Karki (Karkyos). To it belong meadows, wells, and sandy beaches, and its places are the
pleasant play-grounds of goddesses.

18. The authorities state that the fifth is a lion on a mountain peak; it is the region of the heart of
Prajapati. Its places are forests, for