Transits December 12 – 18 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to break in changes The Sun, the star of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshta and Mula from December 12th until 18th 2024. This double junction area extending either side of the zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras brings a period of confusion where your plans have an unformed quality. […] November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
Transits December 10 – 22 ~ Venus (in Shravana) ~ Be a good listener Venus, the planet of art and relationship, is in Shravana from December 10th to 22nd 2024, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Capricorn. The Shakti, or a 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 […] November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
Transits December 8 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from December 8th to 24th 2024. This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde phase up to December 16th and gives you a deeper immersion in the business of this nakshatra. Mercury in Anuradha has an intense and deep-reaching way of […] November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
Transits December 6 – February 24, 2025 ~ Mars Retrograde (in Cancer) ~ A fighting mood Mars, a planet of action and energy, is retrograde in first Cancer and then Gemini from December 6th until February 24th, 2025. Spending an extended time in its sign of debilitation makes your progress slow, and Mars is the planet least comfortable of all in retrograde motion. You may spend more effort to move only […] November 4, 2024November 11, 2024
Transits December 2 – 15 ~ Sun (in Jyeshtha) ~ Mix power and protection The Sun is in Jyestha from December 2nd to 15th 2024, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol of an Umbrella or Talisman shows protection and security. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a leading […] November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
Articles Your Personalized Cosmic Data In Your Calendar App Did you know that align27 has a calendar sync feature that shows you some of the main aspects of the align27 app into the calendar app? It works on any calendar app (desktop and mobile) and was a feature that you specifically asked us to introduce. Since its launch in 2021 many of you have […] October 30, 2024November 1, 2024
Articles NEW: Maximum Impact Days – Your Peak Days in Each Transit We’re excited to introduce the new Maximum Impact Days feature in align27, designed to pinpoint the most potent days for you during any planetary transit and to help you discover which planetary movements, or transits, can have a bigger impact on your life. My Maximum Impact Days What are Maximum Impact Days? Every planet in […] October 29, 2024April 22, 2025
Articles 5-Days of Diwali, What To Do & When 🪔 Diwali, the festival of lights, which celebrates the ultimate triumph of light over dark, good over evil, is a five-day-long festival. Below we share special Diwali rituals, when to do them according to where you live, how to honor and celebrate the main and most important day with Lakshmi Puja and also why we do […] October 28, 2024October 28, 2024
Transits Your Monthly Predictions – November 2024 November will feature 14 planetary transits, including retrograde and conjunctions. Here are some highlights! Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio Nov 26 to Dec 15 Mercury, the planet of communication, is retrograde in Scorpio from November 26th to December 15th, 2024, giving you a second chance to profit from a recent opportunity. Mercury is under contrasting influences […] October 28, 2024November 1, 2024
Transits Mars in Pushya! Ready To See How This Affects You Per Sign? A Time of Deep Caring and Challenge From October 28, 2024, to January 12, 2025, Mars journeys through Pushya in Cancer, a period marked by both struggle and significant opportunity. Mars’s debilitation in Cancer suggests fluctuating moods and hesitation, requiring you to align closely with your emotions before taking decisive action. Your Predictions Nurturing and […] October 24, 2024October 24, 2024
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May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Think your experience through Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Three of Magha in the sign of Leo from May 31st to August 1st 2026. Ketu has a bold and flamboyant tone in this nakshatra, where you dramatize your mystical quest and prefer a more public, performative style. Pada Three also relates to […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Rahu (in Shatabhisha) ~ Politics and high principles Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhisha Pada (part) One from May 31st to August 1st, 2026. Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius, and has a special affinity with Shatabisha’s naturally progressive and experimental nature. Pada One of these nakshatra relates to Sagittarius navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Jun 11 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your romantic commitment Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from May 31st to June 11th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s Shakti, or unique gift, ‘The Power to Acquire Wealth,’ sits well with Venus’s luxury-loving nature and gives the promise of material and emotional abundance. This nakshatra’s symbol of a […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 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