Articles Understanding Lord Ganesha – Giver of Wisdom and Remover of Obstacles Images of the good natured, big-bellied, elephant-headed deity can be found in shops, houses, cars and offices worldover, proving that Lord Ganesha is much loved by many. He holds great astrological importance, as the ruling deity for the planet Ketu, and with every nakshatra (lunar mansion) associated with one of his forms. Known as a […] March 7, 2023March 7, 2023
Transits March 17 – 31 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Taking pride in your ideas Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together in Pisces with Sun, star of self-expression, from March 17th to 31st 2023. This potentially powerful transit pairs the Sun’s bright confidence with Mercury’s commercial acumen, and creates Budhaditya Yoga, a combination for study, public speaking and business enterprise. Mercury is not on natural territory in Pisces, a […] March 7, 2023February 24, 2023
Transits March 17 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Using imagination and intellect Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from March 17th to 24th 2023, the nakshatra wholly inside the zodiacal sign of Pisces. This asterism gives you powers of speech and eloquence, so approaching an idea, book or source of information with your intuition on full-beam gives you an original new take. Uttara […] March 7, 2023February 24, 2023
Transits March 17 – 31 ~ Jupiter, Mercury Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Combining proof and faith Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, comes together with philosophical Jupiter in Pisces from March 17th to March 31st 2023. This is a combination of planetary opposites in many ways, with Mercury focusing on the fine details, while Jupiter looks at the bigger picture. These two planetary enemies also perform very differently in Pisces, where […] March 7, 2023February 23, 2023
Articles Holi – The Colorful Victory of Light over Darkness Spring’s arrival will be welcomed on 7th-8th March with the much-loved festival of colors, Holi. Holi festival lasts for a night and a day, starting on the evening of the Purnima (Full Moon) which falls in the Vedic month of Phalguna. The first evening is known as ‘Holika Dahan’ or ‘Chhoti Holi’ and the following […] March 6, 2023March 6, 2023
Transits March 16 – April 14 ~ Jupiter, Sun Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Good fortune and charisma The all-powerful Sun comes together with expansive Jupiter in Pisces from March 16th to April 14th 2023, which gives you a wide-range vision of the future. These great planetary friends have a powerful influence when they join forces, particularly with Jupiter strong by sign and giving its best effects. The Sun shows your ego and […] March 6, 2023February 23, 2023
Transits March 16 – April 14 ~ Jupiter, Sun & Mercury Conjunctions in Pisces Jupiter, Sun Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Good fortune and charisma The all-powerful Sun comes together with expansive Jupiter in Pisces from March 16th to April 14th 2023, which gives you a wide-range vision of the future. These great planetary friends have a powerful influence when they join forces, particularly with Jupiter strong by sign and […] March 6, 2023February 28, 2023
Transits March 14 – April 16 ~ Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Mix discipline with daring Saturn moves into pada one of Shatabhishak within the sign of Aquarius from March 14th to April 16th 2023, a nakshatra of mysticism and independent spirit. Shatabhishak’s name translates literally to ‘one hundred physicians’, and its Shakti or special quality, for Healing, may see a long-term new wellness program taking hold in your life. Saturn […] March 4, 2023February 23, 2023
Transits March 13 – April 6 ~ Venus, Rahu Conjunction (in Aries) ~ An offbeat attraction Venus, planet of relationship and values, comes together with shadowy, rebellious Rahu in Aries from March 13th to April 6th 2023. Venus in Aries has a passionate and immediate approach in love, where you are open and demonstrative about your needs. Your direct line in any romantic negotiation can be refreshing if people are left […] March 3, 2023February 23, 2023
Articles Ashtalakshmi: Activate Life’s Eight Wealths The festival of Lakshmi Jayanti is coming up on March 6th/7th, and as we honor the Goddess of Wealth we are offered the ideal opportunity to reflect on and feel grateful for the many different forms of wealth we have in our lives. Material wealth is needed for us to live in today’s world and […] March 3, 2023March 10, 2025
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