Articles 5 Micro Steps to Turn Around A Stressful Day Too many things on your to do list? People demanding too many things from you? Juggling family life and work life and it’s all becoming a bit too much? These are all things (plus more) that can contribute to us having a stressful day. Sometimes we just need to charge our mental batteries and sometimes […] September 27, 2021November 5, 2021
Articles Tarpanam – A Powerful Water Ritual for Ancestors Tarpanam is a very simple yet powerful water ritual which is done for our Gods, sages and ancestors by offering them food, rice, water and black sesame seeds to seek their blessings. Through this ritual we can clear energy blocks and negativity and invoke the energies of our ancestors as well as thanking them for […] September 24, 2021July 22, 2025
Articles Pitru Paksha (Fortnight of Ancestors) – Significance & Rituals Pitru Paksha (fortnight of the ancestors) is a 16–lunar day period in the Hindu calendar when people honor their ancestors. According to Hinduism, the souls of three preceding generations of one’s ancestor reside in Pitru–loka, a realm between heaven and earth. It is said that when we honor and remember our ancestors during this time, […] September 20, 2021November 5, 2021
Articles The Spiritual Significance of Janmashtami by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar “Janmashtami is the day when we celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna (the eighth incarnation (avatar) of the Hindu god Vishnu). Lord Krishna signifies “Ananda” (bliss or pure happiness). We express happiness through celebration. So, Janmashtami is celebrating the birth of Bliss. It is the day when that (divine) joy manifests.” Timings Germany – Aug […] August 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Articles A Planetary War: Mars Mercury Conjunction Mars and Mercury are in a planetary war (exact conjunction) from 10th-26th August with the most intense day being Thursday 19th of August, 2021 – check the align27 app for exact timings in your area. This conjunction happens every year as these are both fast moving planets. The energy of Mars and Mercury can be […] August 18, 2021November 5, 2021
Articles Likhita Japa – The Power of Writing Mantras The sanskrit word mantra can be broken down into two parts: “man,” which means mind, and “tra,” which means transport or vehicle. Essentially, a mantra is a ‘tool or instrument of the mind’. Chanting or writing mantras repetitively helps you focus and concentrate better and drives away distractions from the mind, enhancing productivity as your […] July 25, 2021November 5, 2021
Articles July Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does July have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in July and read personalized insights for each one based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Sun in Punarvasu – 6 July A time of light […] June 29, 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
Articles The Story of Why We Have Eclipses Stories have many functions – as well as being entertaining, they help us understand philosophies and have a way to tell us the truth – the real meaning behind something, in a manner that is easy for us to understand and remember. The story of the Samudra Manthan, is one such story – told in […] May 24, 2021March 20, 2023
Your 9th Lord’s Nakshatra Reading We’ve added a new chapter to House Lords in Nakshatras inside your Birth Chart. The 9th Lord speaks about fortune, prosperity, dharma, your relationship with father and teachers, long journeys, higher learning and spiritual grace. The Nakshatra of your 9th Lord shows the unique way you receive guidance, attract opportunities, and grow in wisdom. Your […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2025November 6, 2025
Rituals to Strengthen Your Soul Planet In Vedic astrology, the Ātma Karaka, or the Soul Planet is the planet with the highest degree in your birth chart, acting as a cosmic guide shaping your life’s journey. Symbolically, the Soul Planet is the king of your birth chart, offering profound insights into your soul’s purpose and the lessons it seeks in this […] Written by Align27 November 2, 2025November 3, 2025
Dec 29, 2025 – Jan 11, 2026 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashadha) ~ React smartly and remain undefeated Sun is in Purva Ashadha from December 29th to January 11th 2025, the nakshatra which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva’s energy gives a feeling of and desire for invincibility despite frequent challenges and battles, and its Shakti or unique power, for invigoration and renewal, is perfect for intention-setting at the new year. The Sun represents […] Written by Align27 November 25, 2025November 25, 2025
Dec 26, 2025 – Feb 09, 2026 ~ Mercury Combust (in Scorpio) ~ Get an issue out in the open Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, comes close to the Sun between December 26th to February 9th, where it moves from Scorpio to Aquarius and is ‘combust’ or burnt up in the solar rays. This phase affects your decision-making and state of mind, as you may be overwhelmed by too much information or a large […] Written by Align27 November 25, 2025November 25, 2025
Your Predictions – Mars, Venus Conjunction in Scorpio Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Scorpio from November 26th to December 7th, 2025. Your Predictions This transit sees a classic pairing between two planetary enemies and opposing forces, where you put energy into a relationship, and find a middle way between action and attraction. Venus […] Written by Align27 November 24, 2025November 24, 2025
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