చిత్త స్వాతి సంధించినట్లు

chitta svati sandhinchinatlu

Translation

Like the meeting of Chitta and Swathi (nakshatras).

Meaning

This expression refers to the rare and timely occurrence of two favorable events happening together. In astrology/agriculture, Chitta and Swathi are consecutive lunar mansions (nakshatras). It is used to describe a perfect synchronization or a fortunate coincidence where everything falls perfectly into place.

Related Phrases

If Chitta and Swati stars are favorable and Vishakha star provides one strong gust (rain), kicking the plant at its base will drop seven grains.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the monsoon season. It suggests that if it rains well during the periods of Chitta, Swati, and Vishakha lunar mansions (nakshatras), the crop yield will be so abundant and healthy that even a small nudge to the plant will result in a heavy harvest.

Svati seeds and Svati showers.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the 'Svati' Nakshatra (lunar mansion). It suggests that crops sown during this period, accompanied by the specific seasonal rains (kopulu), yield the best results. It is used to emphasize the importance of timing and natural conditions in achieving success.

Like acquiring a rabbit's horn

This expression is used to describe a person who claims to have achieved or found something that is actually impossible or non-existent. It is used to mock someone's false claims of an impossible feat, as rabbits do not have horns.

Born in Chitta and died in Swati.

This expression refers to something that has an incredibly short lifespan or a project that ends almost as soon as it begins. It is based on the lunar mansions (Nakshatras) 'Chitta' and 'Swati' which occur consecutively; implying that something lasted only for a fleeting moment.

Chitta drizzle - Swati rain

This is a traditional agricultural proverb referring to the rainfall patterns during specific lunar mansions (Nakshatras). It means that rainfall starting as a light drizzle during Chitta Nakshatra often leads to heavy, beneficial rains by Swati Nakshatra, which is considered highly auspicious for crops and the formation of pearls in oysters.

If Chitta and Swathi rains fail, even an ant will have no food.

This is an agricultural proverb referring to the 'Chitta' and 'Swathi' lunar mansions (kartyas). It signifies that if it does not rain during these specific periods, a severe drought will follow, resulting in such a lack of grain/food that even a tiny ant will find nothing to eat.

Like a newborn being struck by an ailment right at birth

This expression is used to describe a situation where a project, idea, or initiative fails or encounters a major obstacle at its very inception or earliest stage. It highlights something being ruined before it even had a chance to start or grow.

"If Chitta is kind, if Svāti shows favor, and if Visākha does not blow too much, I will produce a Puṭṭi [ of corn ] to a Visam [ of land ]" said [ the field ]. Chitta and Svāti are the 14th and 15th lunar mansions, in which rain is expected. Visākha is the 16th lunar mansion in which high winds are common.—Puṭṭi is a corn measure of 500lbs. Visam is the fraction 1/16 —here the 16th part of a Guntā, a land measure equal to 3/16 of an acre. Calm weather in June sets corn in tune. A shower in July, when the corn begins to fill, Is worth a plough of oxen, and all belongs there till. Dry August and warm doth harvest no harm.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the lunar mansions (Karthulu). It means that if there is good rainfall during the Chitta and Swati periods, and if the Vishakha winds are not destructive, the harvest will be so bountiful that even a tiny piece of land (Veesam) will yield a huge quantity (Putti) of grain.

Sorghum says: If Chitta rains, Swati looks kindly, and Vishakha does not blow away, I will yield a Puttedu for every Visa.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the rainy season and the harvest of Jowar (Sorghum). It explains the ideal weather conditions needed during specific lunar mansions (Nakshatras) for a bumper crop. 'Chitta' needs rainfall, 'Swati' should be cool/pleasant, and 'Vishakha' should not have heavy winds that knock the grain down. If these conditions are met, even a tiny amount of seed (Visa) will yield a massive harvest (Puttedu).

The rain in Chitta Nakshatram makes the heart swell with joy.

This is a traditional agricultural saying referring to the 'Chitta' monsoon period. It implies that light showers during this specific time are highly beneficial for crops, bringing immense happiness and prosperity to farmers.