Transits June 3 – 14 ~ Venus (in Ardra) ~ An emotional romantic encounter Venus, planet of art and relating, enters the nakshatra of Ardra in the sign of Gemini on June 3rd until 14th 2021. This is an intense and emotional asterism, which is at odds with the familiar bubbly and airy Gemini image, and you and your friends and partners have a complexity that can be very […] May 21, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 1 ~ Ketu (in Anuradha) ~ Smart instincts create victory Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and intuition, enters the fourth pada of Anuradha in the sign of Scorpio on June 1st. Anuradha is an auspicious nakshatra whose symbol of a Gateway or Triumphal Arch shows promise of personal success, though it is also associated with good relations and friendship. Its fourth pada also relates […] May 20, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 1 ~ Rahu (in Rohini) ~ Exotic luxury in the real world Rahu, the shadow planet of material desire, enters the second pada of Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus on June 1st. Taurus is Rahu’s strongest sign and Rohini in many ways is the purest expression of its earthy and comfort-loving nature, so this transit holds great promise for fulfilment. Your attention goes to luxury, […] May 19, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 29 – June 22 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Mrigashira) ~ Turn back in search of truth Mercury, planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Gemini-Mrigashira on May 29th until June 22nd, the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2021. There are classic experiences associated with this three-week window, where communication and commerce come into focus, and you have the opportunity to reassess your plans. This transit begins in Mercury’s home […] May 14, 2021August 2, 2022
Transits May 26 ~ Lunar eclipse (in Anuradha) ~ A shared psychic experience A partial lunar eclipse lands in Scorpio-Anuradha on May 26th at 10:50am GMT. This event sees the Sun and Moon facing off across the shadowy Rahu-Ketu axis and the Solar Ego principle symbolically overshadowing the Moon’s emotional centre. The eclipse experience can be disorienting and lead you to act out of character, where anxious, turbulent feelings […] May 13, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Shine a light on lifestyle The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and this is the time to put your focus on new opportunities which have solar pride and identity wrapped up in them. The Sun shines a […] May 10, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 23 – June 3 ~ Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ A restless romantic chase Venus, planet of relationship, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from May 23rd to June 3rd 2021. This asterism is ruled by the Moon, the fastest moving star, which represents your inner life and ever-changing mood, so your affections or those of your partner may be fickle and ever-changing. […] May 7, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 23 – October 11 ~ Saturn retrograde in Capricorn ~ What comes slow, comes strong Saturn, planet of karma and success, goes retrograde in Capricorn-Shravana on May 23rd, all the way until October 11th. This is the planet’s annual five-month backwards phase where its themes of the last year repeat and are ground in for the long term. Saturn is at home in Capricorn and also goes through the centre […] May 7, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 22 – July 20 ~ Jupiter (in Shatabhishak) ~ Faith healing and philosophy Jupiter, planet of faith and expansion, moves into Shatabhishak from May 22nd until July 20th, the nakshatra inside Aquarius which associates with healing, mysticism and independent spirit. Shatabhishak’s symbol is a mystical circle or horizon, which suggests both containment and infinity, and gives a philosophical mood that sits well with Jupiter’s nature. This nakshatra is associated […] May 4, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 16 – June 16 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for knowledge Mercury, planet of the intellect and communication, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini, from May 16th altogether until June 16th. This transit includes Mercury’s retrograde arc starting May 29th, which puts a longer than usual focus on Mrigashira’s themes, and emphasizes the idea of a pursuit. This asterism’s symbol […] April 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Lunar Eclipse in Purva Phalguni Nakshatra (Leo) – Insights and Remedies A lunar eclipse always occurs on a Full Moon, or Poornima, when the Sun and Moon are exactly opposite each other. At this time, the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. Astronomically it is a shadow event. Astrologically it is an emotional and karmic event. Your Lunar […] Written by Align27 February 23, 2026February 24, 2026
Your 12th House Reading We’ve now unlocked the final layer in the House Lords series inside your Birth Chart – the 12th Lord in Nakshatras. The 12th house represents losses, expenses, isolation, foreign lands, sleep, subconscious patterns, and spiritual surrender. It shows where your energy flows outward, where attachments dissolve, and where deeper spiritual lessons quietly unfold. Your Nakshatra […] Written by Align27 February 22, 2026February 22, 2026
Apr 11 – 30 ~ Mars, Mercury, Saturn Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Tough talking tactics Mercury, Mars, and Saturn come together in the sign of Pisces from April 11th to 30th to create a complex picture for your communication. Your intuition is strong at this time, and you arrive at answers by unconventional means. Listen to wise advice, but don’t be put off by undue scepticism from people on the […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Apr 11 – 14 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Be an inspiring listener Mercury, plan of the mind, comes together in Pisces with the Sun, star of self-expression, from April 11th to 14th 2026. This short but intense transit pairs the Sun’s inner conviction with Mercury’s commercial flair and creates Budhaditya Yoga, a combination for study, public speaking, and business enterprise. Mercury isn’t on natural territory in Pisces, […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Apr 10 – 30 ~ Mercury Debilitation (in Pisces) ~ Use your mind’s eye Mercury, planet of the mind, is debilitated in Pisces from April 10th to 30th 2026, where this planet’s usual analytical style focuses more on pictures and impressions. Mercury is debilitated in this sign, even though you may have a clear inner message about a certain person or idea that you can’t explain in words. Your […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 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