Transits June 29 – July 20 ~ Mars (in Ashlesha) ~ Transform through hypnotic energy Mars, planet of drive and competition, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from June 29th to July 20th. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting mythological serpents who have lethal powers, and also act as custodians of heavenly treasure. Snakes are a symbol of worldly wisdom and while Ashlesha has mystical knowledge, it also knows how the […] June 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 28 – July 12 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Follow a quest for information Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 28th to July 12th 2021, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This transit goes back over the ground of Mercury’s recent retrograde phase, so you may be reviving ideas or giving a final call on decisions made earlier in June. […] June 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 25 – July 6 ~ Venus (in Pushya) ~ Sharing romantic protection Venus, the planet of relationships, art and luxury, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within the sign of Cancer on June 25th until July 6th. Pushya’s motif is the Udder which symbolizes maternal-type affection, and here lends Venus a romantic generosity where you are supporting your partner and providing security. Your affections are emotional supportive, and […] June 4, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 22 – July 6 ~ Sun (in Ardra) ~ Light after a storm Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 22nd to July 6th. This asterism’s ruler is Rudra, the Storm God, an incarnation of Shiva, and its symbol is the Teardrop, showing a cathartic moment where stress or sentiment overwhelms you, before you emerge feeling lighter and easier, […] June 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 14 – 25 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your commitment Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from June 14th to 25th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s Shakti, or unique gift, is ‘the power to acquire wealth’ which makes an excellent fit with Venus’s luxury-loving nature and brings the promise of material and emotional abundance. This nakshatra’s […] June 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 20 – October 18 ~ Jupiter Retrograde (in Aquarius) ~ A second chance to think big Jupiter-Guru, planet of good fortune and philosophy, turns retrograde in Aquarius-Shatabhishak on June 20th until October 18th 2021. Transiting through Aquarius lifts Jupiter’s powers and creates a more positive vibration as large parts of the world come out of a mood of restriction and pessimism. Jupiter is about faith, thinking big, and manifesting a healthy […] June 2, 2021April 9, 2024
Transits June 10 ~ Solar Eclipse (in Taurus) ~ An intense moment leads to fulfilment June 10th sees a Solar Eclipse in Taurus-Mrigashira, which is the complementary event to the Lunar Eclipse of May 26th. This is an ‘annular’ eclipse, which leaves the edges of the Sun exposed by the Moon’s disk and creates a ‘Ring of Fire’ effect in the eclipse’s worldwide path of visibility. A Solar Eclipse is […] June 2, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for meaning and fulfilment Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for meaning and fulfilment Sun, planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. The fiery Sun takes on a more emotional quality in this Moon-ruled asterism, and its influence becomes like that of the fleeting […] May 25, 2021November 5, 2021
Articles The Significance of Buddha Purnima Buddha Purnima 2021 is on 26th May, the same day of the Lunar Eclipse. This is the anniversary of the day Siddhartha Gautama, who later became Gautama Buddha was born, got enlightened, attained nirvana and he also died on this same day. He is the founder of Buddhism. Lord Buddha was a sage, monk and […] May 25, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 7 – 29 ~ Mars (in Pushya) ~ Tap into your spiritual and physical power Mars, planet of drive and action, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within the zodiacal sign of Cancer on June 7th until 29th, 2021. Cancer is Mars’s place of debilitation, but Pushya is a highly auspicious and fine-quality nakshatra which gives a positive and supportive nature and a desire to find meaning in life. Pushya’s symbol […] May 24, 2021November 5, 2021
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