Transits December 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Shining light on a contest The Sun is in Jyeshta from December 3rd to 16th, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol is an Umbrella or Talisman. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a leading and responsible role. You may […] November 24, 2022November 30, 2022
Transits December 2 – 8 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Undoing a romantic knot Venus, planet of love and art, is in the gandanta zone between Jyeshta-Scorpio and Mula-Sagittarius from December 2nd to 8th 2022. Gandanta translates to ‘knot-end’ and brings together the junction of fire and water signs, creating a mini-chasm and unstable conditions. Jyeshta-Mula gandanta is a particularly volatile and unpredictable phase, with the contrast of Scorpio’s […] November 23, 2022November 2, 2022
Articles What’s Behind Our Big Life-Changing Events: Mahadashas There are certain periods in our life that are particularly transformational. Such phases can bring about events or situations that have a powerful effect in shaping our character, or the course of our lives. Astrologically, there are many ways to identify these periods in your life, and one of those ways is by understanding ‘Dashas’, […] November 20, 2022November 18, 2022
Transits November 30 – December 5 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From instinct to higher thinking Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 30th to December 5th 2022. This junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Jyeshta through the first of Mula, bringing an uncertain atmosphere and karmic patterning. Communication and contractual […] November 20, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits November 24 – December 3 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshta from Nov 24th to Dec 3rd, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata Indra, King of the Gods, sees you stepping up and taking responsibility as a spokesperson and voice of experience. Either you are dealing with older […] November 14, 2022October 18, 2022
Transits November 24 – December 5 ~ Venus (in Jyeshta) ~ Fight a romantic battle Venus, planet of relationship and values, enters Jyeshta from Nov 24th to December 5th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshta is ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so your love life centres on taking charge around your partner and a larger group of people. You […] November 14, 2022October 18, 2022
Articles 5 Powerful Deities that you might not know about and How to Invoke their Power Particularly for rational minds or those who haven’t grown up with the stories of Indian deities, the Gods and Goddesses that are referenced and honored in Vedic Astrology can seem a bit distant or bewildering. But when you take a little time to get to know what they represent, it can help you to understand […] November 10, 2022November 11, 2022
Transits November 19 – December 3 ~ Sun (in Anuradha) ~ Belief brings victory The Sun, planet of light and self, enters Anuradha on November 19th until December 3rd 2022. This is a gentler and more sensitive asterism within tough, intense Scorpio, whose Shakti, or unique power, ‘To Worship’, sees you tapping into enhanced faith and spirituality. The Sun sheds light wherever it travels, so you can uncover private […] November 9, 2022October 14, 2022
Articles Jyotirlinga: Shiva’s Twelve Energy Vortexes Jyotirlinga refers to a radiant, devotional abstraction of the Supreme Lord Shiva, the all pervading divine consciousness. It signifies an energy vortex which represents his power on the earthly plane. In Sanskrit, Jyoti means ‘radiance’, and lingam means ‘sign.’ It has also been translated as ‘pillar of light.’ There are twelve Jyotirlinga shrines in India, […] November 7, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits November 15 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ Sending a signal of cooperation Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from Nov 15th to Nov 24th. This transit gives you a flair for business and networking, and an intense and deep-reaching way of communication, where you are not content with superficial appearances. Anuradha is a softer and more celebratory asterism […] November 5, 2022November 7, 2022
Rewire Your Brain For Connection With These Vedic Rituals Do you ever feel like it’s hard to connect with people? While some seem to naturally excel at forging relationships, many of us struggle with this aspect of social interaction. But it doesn’t have to be this way—astrology offers unique insights and remedies to help improve your connectivity with others. Jupiter and the Space Element […] Written by Align27 October 19, 2025October 19, 2025
5-Days of Diwali, What To Do & When 🪔 Diwali, the festival of lights, which celebrates the ultimate triumph of light over dark, good over evil, is a five-day-long festival. Below we share special Diwali rituals, when to do them according to where you live, how to honor and celebrate the main and most important day with Lakshmi Puja and also why we do […] Written by Align27 October 17, 2025October 17, 2025
Your Predictions – Sun, Venus Conjunction in Libra The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, come together in Libra from November 2nd to 16th, 2025. Your Predictions Libra is all about balance and partnership, where the focus is on cooperatively taking the lead and bringing people together. These two planetary enemies begin this transit at different ends of Libra, with the Sun […] Written by Align27 October 29, 2025October 30, 2025
Your Predictions – Mars in Anuradha Mars, planet of energy and pride, is in Anuradha nakshatra from November 1st to 19th, 2025. Your Predictions This transit is entirely within the zodiacal sign of Scorpio, where Mars is strong and at home, and it gives you a subtle, yet powerful way of operating that keeps below the surface appearance. You may not […] Written by Align27 October 29, 2025October 30, 2025
Your Predictions – Venus in Chitra Venus, planet of relationships and values, is in the nakshatra of Chitra across the signs Virgo and Libra from October 27th to November 7th 2025. Your Predictions Chitra is among the brightest stars in the sky, and its symbol of a shining Jewel makes a natural setting for luxurious Venus, where you enjoy showiness and […] Written by Align27 October 25, 2025October 26, 2025
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