Transits September 27 – October 18 ~ Mercury (Retrograde) ~ A second chance to speak your mind Mercury goes retrograde in Chitra from September 27th, starting in the sign of Libra and then back into Virgo by October 2nd, before turning direct on October 18th. This nakshatra is all about practicality, beauty and craft, and you have the classic Mercury retrograde setup to take advantage of a past opportunity that comes around […] Align27 August 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 27 – October 10 ~ Sun (in Hasta) ~ Shine a light on your skills The Sun, star of self and creativity, is in Hasta, the nakshatra of the hand and handicraft, from September 27th to October 10th. Hasta is also ruled by the Sun/Surya, so this planet has a clear affinity in this asterism, giving you a confident and generous nature within the humble and earthy style of Virgo. […] Align27 August 26, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 23 – October 5 ~ Venus (in Vishakha) ~ Aim for the highest in love Venus planet of relating and luxury, enters Vishakha, across the signs of Libra and Scorpio on September 23rd to October 5th 2021. This nakshatra is ruled by Indragni, a combination of Indra, King of the Gods, and Agni, the embodiment of divine fire, which creates a passionate and powerful deity. Vishakha’s symbol of a Victory […] Align27 August 26, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits September 21 – October 11 ~ Mars (in Hasta) ~ Put energy into manifesting Mars, planet of competition and assertion, enters the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from September 21st to October 11th 2021. Hasta is known as the Star of Manifestation, whose special power ‘To Put Power in Your Hands’ makes this an excellent time for crafts and handiwork, where Mars gives you great drive […] Align27 August 18, 2021November 5, 2021
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 […] Align27 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. […] Align27 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. […] Align27 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 […] Align27 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, […] Align27 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 […] Align27 August 10, 2021November 5, 2021
Sri Lalitha Sahasranama Homa at Kashi Vishalakshi Written by Align27 November 1, 2026November 1, 2026
Dec 6 – Jan 23 ~ Mercury Combustion (in Scorpio) ~ Get an issue out in the open Mercury, the planet of thought and commerce, comes close to the Sun between December 6th and January 23rd, where it moves from Scorpio through Sagittarius, on to Capricorn 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 […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 5 – Jun 23 ~ Ketu (in Cancer) ~ Clearing shadows at home Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and detachment, is in Cancer from December 5, 2026, until June 23, 2028. Home and family are central themes of this transit, where you move away from old emotional patterns and look for a more meaningful inner connection. A feeling of emotional detachment comes and goes, with the sense […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 5 – Jun 23 ~ Rahu (in Capricorn) ~ Revolution in the boardroom Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, moves into Capricorn on December 5th up to June 23rd, 2028. This is a major movement that focuses on your rebellious and unorthodox instincts in a different Saturn-ruled sign, where discipline, ambition, and hierarchy rule. Expect tension between your wish to rebel and break away versus cooperating […] 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