Articles Astrology – The Sacred Eyes of the Vedas Astrology – The Eyes of the Vedas Vedic Astrology can be sourced back to one of the six appendixes known as ‘The Limbs of the Vedas.’ Just as it is difficult to pinpoint the time that the Vedas were first cognized, it is also challenging to decipher the moment that Vedic astrology was born, though […] December 29, 2022December 28, 2022
Transits January 06 – 17 ~ Venus (in Shravana) ~ Make peace and create connections Venus, planet of art and relationship, is in Shravana from January 6th to 17th, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Capricorn. The Shakti, or unique gift, of this asterism is ‘Making Connection’, and Venus here sees you bonding with a partner over a shared love of the arts, either in a personal affair or creative collaboration. […] December 27, 2022December 30, 2022
Transits January 04 – February 04 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Watering your ideas Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from January 4th to Feb 4th 2023. This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde phase up to January 18th, where you are reviewing ideas and plans, especially in the New Year period. This is a good time to reflect […] December 25, 2022December 21, 2022
Special 2023 Dates for a Spiritual Seeker There are so many beautiful moments in a year when a spiritual seeker can reflect and keep themselves in check. These dates are for meditation, for reflection on the previous year or month – for going inwards, for giving us the opportunity to revise and review and to get us back on track if needed..… […] December 20, 2022July 8, 2024
Articles 2023 Dates for a Spiritual Seeker There are so many beautiful moments in a year when a spiritual seeker can reflect and keep themselves in check. These dates are for meditation, for reflection on the previous year or month – for going inwards, for giving us the opportunity to revise and review and to get us back on track if needed..… […] December 20, 2022January 19, 2023
Transits December 29 – January 18, 2023 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Capricorn/Sagittarius) ~ A second chance brings victory Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, turns retrograde in Capricorn-Uttara Ashada on December 29th, and then reverses into Sagittarius by New Year’s Eve 2022. Of three Mercury retrograde spells in a year this one is of medium duration, with the planet moving relatively quickly and avoiding the biggest retro delays and confusion. Still, it is […] December 19, 2022December 1, 2022
Transits December 29 – January 11, 2023 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashada) ~ React smartly and stay undefeated The Sun, the day-star and planet of Self, is in Purva Ashada from December 29th 2022 to January 11th 2023, 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 gives a feeling of and a desire for, […] December 19, 2022December 1, 2022
Transits December 28 – January 21, 2023 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Big picture and fine detail Jupiter, planet of expansion and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada two, from Dec 28 2022 to Jan 21st 2023. This is transit sees Jupiter return through the issues it highlighted from mid-May to early June 2022, and you relive a scenario that combines intelligence and big ideas. You have increased confidence and experience to […] December 18, 2022November 24, 2022
Transits December 26 – January 6, 2023 ~ Venus (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Removing an obstacle to relationship Venus, planet of love and luxury moves into Uttara Ashada, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, from December 26th to January 6th. Uttara’s nature is elegant, learned and diplomatic, with the promise of winning popularity and many friends, and is ruled by the Ten Vishwadevas, the embodiments of virtue and fine quality. Venus […] December 16, 2022November 22, 2022
Articles New Feature – Rituals by Tag Choose rituals based on any of these subjects with personalized timings and dates based on your birth chart. NEW: In Rituals Tick off your key daily rituals with a tick box checklist. Find rituals by category tag like ‘Improve Relationships’, ‘Career’. Rituals sorted into ‘current’ or ‘earlier in the day’ sections. Key Rituals and Articles […] December 14, 2022December 12, 2022
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