Transits July 7 – 18 ~ Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ A restless romantic chase Venus, planet of relationship, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from July 7th to 18th 2022. In myth, Mrigashira’s symbol the Deer is depicted being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, and likewise you are driven by desire and the thrill of the chase. Even in this […] June 27, 2022June 10, 2022
Transits July 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your light The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th to 20th, crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s symbol is a Quiver of Arrows, which shows an adventurous flight of thought and imagination. This nakshatra is ruled by Aditi, the Divine Mother who presides over noble virtues and infinity itself, and the Sun’s transit […] June 26, 2022June 10, 2022
Transits July 5 – 12 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Express your thoughts and feelings Mercury, planet of thought and speech, enters Ardra nakshatra, in the sign of Gemini on July 5th until 12th. In its own sign, Mercury gives you curiosity and clarity of mind, where you can dive into a subject and become an instant expert. Ardra’s symbol, a Teardrop, immerses you in empathy, anger and deep talk, […] June 25, 2022June 10, 2022
Articles Is My Birth Sign Correct? The Difference Between Tropical and Sidereal Astrology If you look at your birth chart in align27 and notice some of your planets are in different zodiac signs from what you are used to – don’t be alarmed! It’s possible you are used to seeing your chart in the Western astrological system, whereas here we use the Vedic, or Indian system of astrology. […] June 22, 2022June 22, 2022
Articles Yoga to Strengthen Your Sun – The Astrology of Surya Namaskar Yoga is much more than just a physical exercise we do to achieve a fit body. While it does of course bring flexibility, strength, stamina and balance, it also has the ability to enhance our self awareness, kindness and compassion. Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar says, yoga “is something which uplifts the spirit and sharpens […] June 21, 2022June 21, 2022
Transits July 1 – August 25 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ A deep mystical quest Jupiter, planet of faith and philosophy, is in pada four of Uttara Bhadrapada from July 1st 2022, in the sign of Pisces. Uttara is a good-natured nakshatra associated with renunciation and a good-education, and is known for clear speech and sharing knowledge – qualities which all sit perfectly with Jupiter’s basic nature. Pada four relates […] June 20, 2022June 21, 2022
Transits June 28 – July 5 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Follow your knowledge quest Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 28th to July 5th 2022, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. The Taurus portion of Mrigashira, up to July 2nd, sees your mind fixed and focused, with a stubborn and possibly argumentative mentality that likes to stick to the facts. […] June 18, 2022May 31, 2022
Transits June 27 – July 16 ~ Mars (in Ashwini) ~ Get the party started Mars, planet of action and dynamism, enters Aries-Ashwini on June 27th to July 15th 2022. This is Mars’s powerful mulatrikona sign and a perfect time for a sudden adventure or to throw energy into a project simply to get the ball rolling. The Aries portion of your chart is invigorated, you are determined and decisive, […] June 17, 2022May 31, 2022
Transits June 26 – July 7 ~ Venus (in Rohini) ~ Love flows and grows Venus, planet of love and art, enters Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus on June 26th 2022. This is a highlight transit, where Rohini’s qualities of beauty, charm and flirtation make a perfect setting for Venus, in addition to its links to agriculture and fertility. This nakshatra is classically feminine, associating with luxuries and […] June 16, 2022May 30, 2022
Transits June 22 – July 6 ~ Sun (in Ardra) ~ Shining a light on your emotions Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 22nd to July 7th. This asterism’s ruler is Rudra, the Storm God, an incarnation of Shiva, and its symbol is the Teardrop, showing a cathartic moment where stress or sentiment overwhelms you, before you emerge feeling lighter and easier, […] June 12, 2022May 27, 2022