Transits June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Light shines on your quest for fulfilment Sun, planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd 2023, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator. The Sun is up […] Align27 May 29, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits June 8 – 15 ~ Sun, Mercury Conjunction (in Taurus) ~ A brilliant pairing for study and business Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the life-giving Sun in Taurus from June 8th to 15th 2023. This transit comes after Mercury’s two-month-plus stay in fiery, impulsive Aries, and sees a shift in your thinking towards practical affairs and material security. It’s not enough to be first or quickest anymore, you need a […] Align27 May 29, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits June 5 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ You can cut directly to the heart of an idea Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from June fifth until thirteenth 2023. This transit comes at the end of Mercury’s extended period in Aries going back to early April, including its last retrograde phase, which has featured your most direct and impulsive […] Align27 May 27, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits June 4 – 21 ~ Jupiter (in Ashwini) ~ Pure luck arrives when you trust your instinct Jupiter, planet of philosophy and expansion, enters pada (part) four of Ashwini, the nakshatra associated with speed and courage, from June 4th to 21st, 2023. The fourth pada of this nakshatra relates to Cancer in the navamsha chart of marriage and blessings, which gives you a powerful underlying supportive and nurturing side. Cancer navamsha is […] Align27 May 26, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits June 3 – 17 ~ Venus (in Pushya) ~ Finding an ideal romantic protector Venus, planet of art, luxury and relationship, is in Pushya in the sign of Cancer from June 3rd to 17th 2023. Pushya lends Venus a romantic generosity, where you support your partner and provide security, and its symbol of an Udder suggests maternal-type affection. Your sense of protection is strong now, as you either give, […] Align27 May 25, 2023May 25, 2023
Transits May 31 – July 1 ~ Venus, Mars Conjunction (in Cancer) ~ Discover an instant magnetic attraction Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Cancer from May 31 until July 1st 2023. This is an archetypal pairing between two planetary enemies, where you put energy into relationship, the arts, politics and leadership, and your ideal is a middle way between self-assertion and attraction. In […] Align27 May 21, 2023May 6, 2023
Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Indulge your luxury 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 now is the time to put your focus on new opportunities where your pride and identity are most heavily wrapped up. This nakshatra has a […] Align27 May 15, 2023May 6, 2023
Transits May 21 – June 5 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ A second take refines your brilliant idea Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani, in the zodiacal sign of Aries from May 21st until June 5th 2023. This transit is a repeat of Mercury’s recent stay in Bharani from April 8th to May 8th, which included its retrograde phase, so there has been an intensive focus in 2023 already on […] Align27 May 11, 2023May 5, 2023
Transits May 20 – June 4 ~ Jupiter (in Ashwini) ~ A spark of inspiration sets your mind alight Jupiter, planet of philosophy and expansion, enters pada three of Ashwini, the nakshatra associated with speed, impulse and courage, from May 20th to June 4th 2023. The third pada of this nakshatra relates to Gemini navamsha, the chart of marriage and blessings, which gives you an underlying intellectual focus and a gift for communication. Ashwini’s […] Align27 May 10, 2023May 5, 2023
Transits May 20 – June 3 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Breathe new life into your relationship Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from May 20th to June 3rd 2023, 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 […] Align27 May 10, 2023May 5, 2023
Sri Lalitha Sahasranama Homa at Kashi Vishalakshi Written by Align27 November 1, 2026November 1, 2026
Dec 5 – 22 ~ Venus (in Swati) ~ See love from another side Venus, the planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from December 5th to 22nd, 2026. This transit is a repeat of Venus’s recent extended stay in this nakshatra through most of September and October, and altogether caps an intense focus on the affairs of this area over the […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 4 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from December 4th to 13th. The Shakti, or special gift, of this nakshatra, ‘To Worship’, gives you enhanced faith and spirituality, particularly when you get behind a cause, special person, or philosophy. You have an intense and deep-reaching way […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Mix power and protection The Sun is in Jyestha from December 3rd to 16th, 2026, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol of an umbrella or talisman shows protection and security. Jyestha translates as ‘The Elder,’ and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives the Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 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