Transits April 29 – May 6 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Thought and speech cuts through Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from April 29th to May 6th 2021. Krittika’s Shakti, or special power is ‘To Burn’, and while this may show sharp, stinging words, burning is also a way of purification where you get important matters off […] April 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 27 – May 11 ~ Sun (in Bharani) ~ A soul journey of transformation The Sun, symbol of the soul and self-expression, is in Bharani nakshatra, in the zodiacal sign of Aries from April 27th to May 11th 2021. Bharani name means ‘she who bears’ and its symbol, a Yoni, is associated giving birth – either literally, as in bearing children, or thinking up plans and creative ideas. The […] April 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 25 – May 22 ~ Jupiter (in Dhanishtha) ~ Ideals mixed with passion Jupiter, planet of expansion and philosophy, is in the fourth pada of Dhanishtha from April 25th to May 22nd, the nakshatra stretching across the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Pada four is in the Aquarius portion of Dhanishtha and relates to Scorpio navamsha – the relationship and subtle-body chart – which brings an underlying passion and intensity […] April 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 16 – 23 ~ Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Turn thought into action Mercury, planet of communication and intellect, enters Ashwini in the sign of Aries on April 16th to 23rd 2021. Ashwini stands for courage and energy, and its symbol of the Horse shows speed and power, while its Shakti, or special power, is for Quick Action. A period of uncertainty ends and you rush to get […] April 5, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 24 – May 17 ~ Mars (in Ardra) ~ Make the extra effort Mars, planet of action and competition, is placed in Ardra nakshatra in the sign of Gemini from April 24th to May 17th 2021. Ardra shows the deep and intense part of Gemini, in sharp contrast to its airy and bubbly image, and you get into psychic research, emotional decisions and cutting away spare elements from […] April 1, 2021July 18, 2022
Transits April 23 – 29 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ Show off your brain-child Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Aries from April 23rd to 29th. Bharani’s name means ‘she who bears’, its symbol is a Vulva and its essence is bound up with giving birth, both as in bearing children and hatching plans and creative thinking. Bright, inventive Mercury […] April 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits April 20 – May 1 ~ Venus (in Bharani) ~ Giving birth to new love Venus, planet of love and art, enters Bharani in the zodiacal sign of Aries on April 20th until May 1st 2021. Bharani has an archetypal feminine quality, and its name means ‘she who bears’, while its symbol of a vulva, associates with giving birth – either physically, or as in spawning plans and creative ideas. […] March 31, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits April 15 – 18 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Go from empathy to impulse Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from April 15th to 18th. This junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final portion of Pisces-Revati through the first of Aries-Ashwini, and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. It’s hard to commit […] March 31, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits April 13 – 26 ~ Sun (in Ashwini) ~ A bold new start The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, enters Aries-Ashwini on April 13th until 26th, the sign and nakshatra which are both associated with speed and courage. This moment is ‘Mesha Sankranti’, the Sun’s entry into the first zodiacal sign, where it is also strongest and most honoured, and your energy and charisma step up another […] March 29, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits April 10 – 17 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Move from intuition to impulse The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Pisces and Aries and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini on April 10th until 17th. This is a double-border area extending either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms, which can bring a period of instability: your plans may ‘fall […] March 29, 2021November 6, 2021
Amalaki Ekadashi Rituals for Prosperity Amalaki Ekadashi – A Day of Blessings and Prosperity Amalaki Ekadashi is a special day that falls on the 11th day of the waxing moon (Ekadashi) in February or March. This year, it is observed on February 27/28, depending on your location. To check your local timing, download the align27 app. On this day, people honor the […] Written by Align27 February 25, 2026February 25, 2026
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
Apr 13 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Have a serious think Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from April 13 to 22nd 2026, the nakshatra wholly inside the zodiacal sign of Pisces. Though analytical Mercury is not most at home in this nakshatra, you can allow your imagination to take over and approach an idea, book, or offer from a different angle. […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 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
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