Transits September 14 – November 20 ~ Jupiter (in Dhanishtha) ~ Embrace real-world spiritual knowledge Jupiter-Guru, planet of faith and philosophy, is retrograde in the second pada of Dhanishtha from Sept 14th to Nov 20th 2021, the portion of the nakshatra within the sign of Capricorn. This is the same area Jupiter transited between late March and early April this year, and events from that time may come around again […] August 18, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 13 – November 7 ~ Saturn (in Shravana) ~ Listen and learn vital lessons Saturn, planet of karma and success, is retrograde in pada one of Shravana nakshatra within the sign of Capricorn from September 13th to November 7th 2021. This is the same area Saturn went through from late January to February this year, and your experiences from that time repeat subtly and make an important lesson clear. […] August 13, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 13 – October 9 ~ Mercury (in Chitra) ~ Creative skills open new doors Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Chitra altogether from September 13th to October 9th, which includes its retrograde phase starting September 27th. Chitra translates to ‘the brilliant’ and is symbolized by a shining jewel, reflecting its brightness in the night sky, and it brings skill with arts, crafts and design. […] August 13, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 13 – 27 ~ Sun (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Shed light on a business partnership The Sun, the central life-giving force, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 27th. Uttara’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘Prosperity through Partnership’ so you can strike a balance between your own needs and appreciation and giving enough to others. The Sun is a symbol of pride […] August 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 11 – 23 ~ Venus (in Swati) ~ Sowing seeds of new friendship Venus, planet love, luxury and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from September 11th to 23rd, 2021. In its own sign, Venus sends a message of fairness and balance in relationship, and you reap the rewards of patient attention and bargaining. Swati is associated with subtle qualities of mildness and intellect, […] August 10, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 2 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Get to grips with your subject Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Hasta nakshatra from September 2nd to 13th 2021, in the zodiacal sign of Virgo where it is most at home. Earthy, practical and intelligent, you pick up new information quickly and know how to use it, with Hasta in particular symbolized by the Hand, in the sense of […] August 10, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 30 – September 13 ~ Sun (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Showcase your relaxed leadership Sun, planet of spirit and self-expression, is in Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’, from August 30th to September 13h 2021. This nakshatra falls inside zodiacal Leo, where the Sun is strong and at home, though Purva’s symbol of a Hammock shows off your laid-back style which is at odds with Leo’s usual fiery heroics. […] August 2, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 31 – September 11 ~ Venus (in Chitra) ~ Attract attention and put on a show Venus, planet of relationship and values, is in the nakshatra of Chitra across the signs Virgo and Libra from August 31st to September 11th. Chitra is among the brightest stars in the sky, and its symbol of a shining gemstone finds Venus very much at home, in the Libra portion especially. Soft and feminine, this […] July 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 31 – September 21 ~ Mars (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ The space between laid back and assertive Mars, the warrior planet of energy and adventure, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from August 31st to September 21st. There’s a double-edged quality to this transit, with pushy Mars being in a nakshatra known for its laid back and fun-loving style. Uttara’s symbol of the Hammock […] July 28, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 24 – September 2 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A relaxed meeting of minds Mercury, planet of thought and business, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from August 24th to September 2nd. Uttara shares the symbol of a Hammock with its previous asterism, Purva Phalguni, though Mercury here is more concerned with being of service to other people. Both nakshatras are […] July 28, 2021November 5, 2021
Oct 19 – 29 ~ Venus Combust (in Libra) ~ The art of the deal Venus, the planet of art and affection, is combust by the Sun from October 19th to 29th, 2026, in Libra, where Venus is strong and the Sun is traditionally debilitated. Combustion occurs when Venus is closest to the Sun and gets swallowed up in the solar glare, to the point where Venus becomes invisible in […] Written by Align27 September 28, 2026September 28, 2026
Oct 31 – Jan 27 ~ Jupiter (in Magha) ~ Put on a show Jupiter, the planet of expansion and education, is in Pada (part) One of Magha within the sign of Leo, from October 31st, 2026, to January 27th, 2027. This is a temporary shift of signs for Jupiter into grand, showy Leo-Magha, until it retrogrades back for the rest of its exalted stay in Cancer. Jupiter is […] Written by Align27 September 25, 2026September 25, 2026
Oct 31 – Dec 5 ~ Jupiter, Ketu Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Scholar and mystic Jupiter, the planet of education and expansion, is conjunct with shadowy Ketu, the planet of liberation, in Leo from October 31st to December 5th. This is a spiritual combination for both academic study and direct experience, where you are an outstanding student and have your own unique insight. Your attention may shift to an unorthodox belief […] Written by Align27 September 25, 2026September 25, 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