Transits December 22 – January 4, 2023 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Victory in a war of words Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from Dec 22nd 2022 to Jan 4th 2023, the nakshatra across the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. On December 29th, Mercury goes retrograde in Uttara, which makes this effectively a transit of two halves, and it’s good to get business and major decisions fixed in the […] December 12, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits December 19 – February 20, 2023 ~ Ketu (in Swati) ~ Create a shared vision Ketu, the Moon’s South Node and planet of spirituality and escape, is in Swati pada three within the sign of Libra from December 19th to February 20th. This nakshatra is governed by Vayu, the Wind God, which is known for intelligence, knowledge and the voice, and gives you an affinity for higher thought and academic […] December 9, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits December 19 – February 20, 2023 ~ Rahu (in Bharani) ~ A desire to be different Rahu is in pada one of Bharani, in the sign of Aries, from December 19th 2022 until February 20th 2023. This nakshatra, meaning ‘She Who Bears’, is symbolized by a Vulva and is linked to giving birth, both in terms of actual motherhood and symbolically in the sense of a creative delivery. Rahu sees you living […] December 9, 2022November 11, 2022
Transits December 16 – 29 ~ Sun (in Mula) ~ Shine a light on your roots The Sun, planet of ego and self-expression, enters Sagittarius-Mula on December 16th until 29th 2022, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and getting into the heart of the matter. Mula’s symbol of a Root is concerned with simplicity and austerity, where you follow a cause or desire for its own sake rather than chasing fame […] December 6, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits December 16 – 26 ~ Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ A romantic reawakening Venus, planet of love and art, moves into Purva Ashada in the sign of Sagittarius, on December 16th to December 26th 2022. This nakshatra means ‘the Undefeated’, and its energy gives a sense of invincibility that favours a long-lasting relationship built on secure ground. Purva’s Shakti, or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal, sees Venus […] December 6, 2022November 11, 2022
Transits December 14 – January 17, 2023 ~ Saturn (in Dhanishtha) ~ Success third time around Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in pada two of Dhanishtha from December 14th to Jan 17th, in the last part of Capricorn. This transit sees Saturn cross the area it covered first from mid-March to late April, and then again in retrograde motion from mid-July to early September 2022. Third-time around with […] December 4, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits December 12 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ An inspiring new idea Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada from December 12th until 22nd 2022, the nakshatra in the sign of Sagittarius which translates to The Unconquered. Purva Ashada is associated with invincibility and its Shakti, or unique power, for ‘Invigoration’, shows you with a new approach into your mental life, speech and writing. Make a lasting […] December 2, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits December 12 – 19 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to start again The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Scorpio-Jyeshta and Sagittarius-Mula on December 12th until 19th. This double junction area that extends either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras, brings a period of confusion: your plans have an unformed quality which does not favour practical business. The […] December 2, 2022November 7, 2022
Articles Why do you feel unsettled for 2.5 days each month? Every month there is a 2.5 day period during when we might feel a little restless or unsettled for no apparent reason and your mind may feel agitated and negative. This Moon 2.5 day period is called Chandrashtama. align27 Rituals Show Your Moon 2.5 Days → In vedic astrology our mind is represented by the […] December 2, 2022November 29, 2022
Transits Do’s & Don’ts For December What to do and what not to do – here’s your list for December. Tap below to see personalized do’s and don’ts based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). December 2 – 8Venus in Gandanta ~ Undoing a romantic knot Keep things simple romantically, Negotiate […] December 1, 2022December 1, 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