: Detailed effects of planets in various signs and houses, the Dasha (timing) system, and methods for "Lost Horoscopy" (finding a birth chart without a known birth time).

The Saravali is structured into 54 chapters (though some editions list 53), covering nearly every aspect of natal astrology (Horoscopy). Major topics include:

For serious students and practitioners, the is a must-have reference because it expands upon brief principles from earlier masters like Varahamihira to provide detailed, actionable predictive rules. Historical Significance of Saravali

Kalyanavarman, the king of Vyaghrapada (likely in modern-day Madhya Pradesh), wrote the Saravali to simplify and elaborate on the complex teachings of earlier masters like Parashara and Yavana. He famously compared his work to a river with "chilly water" designed to quench the thirst of those seeking astrological wisdom.

: A vast collection of planetary combinations (Yogas), including Nabhasa Yogas , Lunar Yogas , and complex conjunctions involving up to six planets.