Swarnaprashana is carried out every month on the day of Pushya nakshatra. Pushya nakshatra is regarded as an auspicious day to administer the medicine.
Pushya is one among the 27 nakshatras. It is also known as Indrapurohita, Pushya, Pushka, Pushkarya, Pushkararaja, Pushyami. Pushya nakshatra is said to be most auspicious among other stars. It is known as “The Star of Nourishment”. The word Pushya itself translates to “Nourisher” or “thrive”, etc.
In general, it is the day best for following activities
- To take medicines
- Learn from guru
- To prepare herbs
- To learn about ritual & Veda /Agamas
- To plant tree
- To learn mantra and tantra
- Good for financial and business gains
- To learn mantra and tantra
- To start a new venture
Due to the nourishing effect of Pushya nakshatra, the action of the drug is very fruitful. Gold is said to have maximum potency on the day of Pushya nakshatra. Also, the body is in a better position to absorb the drugs for its optimum benefits. In Ayurveda the Pushya nakshatra day is regarded as the best day for collection of the drugs.