Transits January 11 – February 10 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Double-down on your ambitions Saturn, planet of karma and success, is pada (part) two of Shatabhishak, from January 11th to February 10th 2024. This is the repeat of Saturn’s transit from mid-April to late August of 2023, and you go through a similar experience as that time, where a fated quality keeps you focused on a demanding schedule. You […] January 8, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January 11 – 24 Sun (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Align with your soul ambition Sun, planet of light and self-expression, is in Uttara Ashada between January 11th and 24th, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is polished, educated and diplomatic, and its Shakti, or unique gift, for ‘Unchallenged Victory’, sees you putting work in at the start of an enterprise which promises ultimate success. […] January 8, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits 4 Conjunctions in Sagittarius Jan 8 – 14 Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Taking pride in your ideas Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together in Sagittarius with Sun, star of self-expression, from January 8th to 14th 2024. This transit is a repeat of the recent Mercury-Sun conjunction in this sign, from December 17th to 28th, while Mercury […] January 5, 2024January 4, 2024
Transits January 7 – 20 Mercury (in Mula) ~ Take a deep dive into your subject Mercury, planet of intellect and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Mula within the sign of Sagittarius from January 7th to 20th 2024. Mercury has gone back and forwards through this nakshatra over the last six weeks, most recently from December 16th to 28th 2023, and now in direct motion, a decision or purchase comes […] January 4, 2024January 4, 2024
Transits January 7 – 18 Venus (in Jyeshtha) ~ Fight a romantic battle Venus, planet of relationship and values, enters Jyeshtha from January 7th to 18th 2024, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshtha is ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so you focus on taking charge of your love life and relations with a larger group of people. […] January 3, 2024January 3, 2024
Transits January 1 – March 4 Rahu (in Revati) ~ Protect and Prosper Rahu, planet of rebellion and desire, is in pada (part) three of Revati from January 1st to March 4th 2024. Revati translates to ‘The Wealthy’, and sits well with Rahu’s materialistic energy, where you run on desire and ambition. You like to do things differently with Rahu, and embracing the unusual can go as far […] January 3, 2024January 9, 2024
Transits January 1 – March 4 Ketu (in Chitra) ~ Heart and soul goes into your work Ketu, the shadow planet of imagination and spirituality, is in Pada One of Chitra from January 1st to March 4th 2024. This pada is also in Leo navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage, so there is an underlying fire and sense of drama to your quest for escape, especially around your partnerships. Tap into your generous […] January 3, 2024January 10, 2024
Articles Mars Speaks: Life Lessons with Mars in Your Birth Chart Imagine if the fiery Mars, the planet of action, passion, and determination, decided to engage in a dynamic conversation with us. In this article, we embark on an imaginary chit-chat with Mars, as he unveils the profound lessons and insights he imparts through his presence in the twelve houses of our birth chart. Greetings, fearless […] January 2, 2024January 3, 2024
Transits The 6 Big Retrogrades of 2024 Mercury retrograde usually makes the headlines, but many other planets go retrograde throughout the year and are as impactful as Mercury, they just don’t have the same PR ;). Retrogrades are common cosmic events that impact us all – they can cause confusion and revisions and a level headed person can suddenly change their ways […] December 27, 2023December 27, 2023
Transits December 29, 2023 – January 11, 2024 Sun (in Purva Ashadha) ~ React smartly and remain undefeated The Sun, the day-star and planet of Self, is in Purva Ashadha from December 29th 2023 to January 11th 2024, the nakshatra which translates to ‘The Unconquered’. This planet represents a heroic quest, where you show courage and overcome obstacles on your path to wisdom. Purva’s energy is bound up with a desire for invincibility, […] December 26, 2023December 26, 2023
Aug 3 – 5 ~ Mars, Mercury Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Speaking truth to power Mercury, the planet of thought, comes together with assertive Mars in Gemini from August 3rd to 5th, 2026. This short transit of planetary enemies may ignite an argument or underlying tension in a relationship, as you air your views in public. An unspoken issue that has built up over time needs to be expressed, but […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Aug 1 – Sep 2 ~ Venus Debilitation (in Virgo) ~ Ask the right questions Venus, the planet of love and luxury, is in Virgo from August 1st to September 2nd, 2026. Virgo is the sign of Venus’s debilitation, where it is challenged to express itself easily in relationships, creativity, and all its natural affairs. This transit finds you highly analytical about your partner, where you can feel ill at […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Aug 1 – Oct 3 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Transcendent and romantic Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Two of Magha in the sign of Leo from August 1st to October 3rd, 2026. Your mystical quest has a more public, performative quality in this nakshatra, which calls for a balance with Ketu’s naturally quiet and otherworldly style. Pada Two also relates […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Vedic Astrology based Rituals for Radiant Skin Skin is the largest organ in our body, and skin issues primarily occur with a flared-up pitta dosha. According to Vedic Astrology, the skin is ruled by the planet Mercury. When Mercury is afflicted by Mars, Sun, or Ketu (the planets connected to the fire element), we are more prone to skin-related problems as they […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2024June 6, 2024