Transits Aug 12 ~ Solar Eclipse in Cancer (Ashlesha) ~ Shed a psychic layer The Solar Eclipse in Cancer on August 12th falls in Ashlesha, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with security and protection. This Total Eclipse is, in effect, a turbocharged New Moon, where the Sun’s light is completely obscured by the Moon’s disk, and emotion comes symbolically in front of ego and self-expression. You may be drawn into […] Align27 June 26, 2026July 28, 2026
Transits Aug 3 – 18 ~ Jupiter (in Pushya) ~ A passion for knowledge Jupiter, the planet of knowledge and expansion, is in pada (part) four of Pushya, within the sign of Cancer, from August 3rd to 18th, 2026. This is a natural and potent place for Jupiter to express itself, in its most favored sign and an auspicious nakshatra, where your protective qualities are at their height. Pada […] Align27 June 26, 2026June 26, 2026
Transits Aug 3 – 17 ~ Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ Shine a light on self-transformation The Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 18th, 2026, a nakshatra associated with psychic insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha is ruled by the Nagas, the shape-shifting serpents who act as guardians of heavenly wealth, and now reflect your secretive style and worldly wisdom. The Shakti of this asterism, […] Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Transits 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 […] Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Transits 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 […] Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Transits 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 […] Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Transits Aug 1 – Oct 3 ~ Rahu (in Dhanishtha) ~ Marching to your own beat Rahu, the shadow planet of desire, is in Dhanishta pada four from August 1st to October 3rd, 2026. This is a new nakshatra in Rahu’s transit through Aquarius, which focuses on material abundance and success, all issues close to Rahu’s way of seeing the world. Dhanishta’s Shakti, or special gift, to Bestow Wealth and Fame, […] Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Transits Jul 14 – Aug 13 ~ Jupiter Combust (in Cancer) ~ A test of faith Jupiter, the planet of faith and expansion, moves closely alongside the Sun from July 14th to Aug 13th, 2026. The Sun and Jupiter are great planetary friends that support each other’s affairs, with strong, positive, and affirming mutual energy. The bright Sun’s glare, however, obscures anything close to it, to the point of symbolically burning […] Align27 June 17, 2026June 17, 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