Transits July 15 – 25 ~ Mars (in Gandanta) ~ From moody to magnificent Mars, planet of energy and dynamism is in the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from July 15th to 25th. Cancer and Leo, and Ashlesha and Magha, are sharply contrasting energies, and any planet moving through this ‘knot-end’ feels a sense of adjustment, with a fated and unsupported quality. Mars is […] June 14, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 14 – 20 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ From romantic instinct to openness Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs from July 14th to 20th. The final pada of Ashlesha through the first of Magha comprises this ‘knot-end’ which is characterized by an unstable and rather fated quality. Relationship-wise this may see you behaving unusually or having a passing […] June 11, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 12 – 20 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Share your thoughts and feelings Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is placed in Ardra nakshatra, in the sign of Gemini from July 12th to 20th. This period puts the emphasis on investigation and examining facts and diverse information, where you are emotionally invested, but detached and clinical when required. Mercury in its own sign gives you strength and clarity […] June 11, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 6 – 17 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ A hypnotic attraction Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from July 6th to 17th. Known as the Clinging Star, Ashlesha is an intense portion of Cancer and its symbol of a coiled serpent gives you keen insight into character and potential for cunning moves. The presiding devatas here are The […] June 9, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Punarvasu) ~ A time of light and renewal The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th to 20th, the nakshatra crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s symbol is a quiver full of arrows, which shows adventure through flights of thought and imagination, and its ruler is Aditi, the Divine Mother who presides over noble virtues and infinity itself. The Sun’s […] June 9, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 29 – July 20 ~ Mars (in Ashlesha) ~ Transform through hypnotic energy Mars, planet of drive and competition, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from June 29th to July 20th. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting mythological serpents who have lethal powers, and also act as custodians of heavenly treasure. Snakes are a symbol of worldly wisdom and while Ashlesha has mystical knowledge, it also knows how the […] June 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 28 – July 12 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Follow a quest for information Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 28th to July 12th 2021, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This transit goes back over the ground of Mercury’s recent retrograde phase, so you may be reviving ideas or giving a final call on decisions made earlier in June. […] June 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 25 – July 6 ~ Venus (in Pushya) ~ Sharing romantic protection Venus, the planet of relationships, art and luxury, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within the sign of Cancer on June 25th until July 6th. Pushya’s motif is the Udder which symbolizes maternal-type affection, and here lends Venus a romantic generosity where you are supporting your partner and providing security. Your affections are emotional supportive, and […] June 4, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 22 – July 6 ~ Sun (in Ardra) ~ Light after a storm Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 22nd to July 6th. 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 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 14 – 25 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your commitment Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from June 14th to 25th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s Shakti, or unique gift, is ‘the power to acquire wealth’ which makes an excellent fit with Venus’s luxury-loving nature and brings the promise of material and emotional abundance. This nakshatra’s […] June 3, 2021November 5, 2021
