Articles Pitru Paksha (Fortnight of Ancestors) – Significance & Rituals Pitru Paksha (fortnight of the ancestors) is a 16–lunar day period in the Hindu calendar when people honor their ancestors. According to Hinduism, the souls of three preceding generations of one’s ancestor reside in Pitru–loka, a realm between heaven and earth. It is said that when we honor and remember our ancestors during this time, […] September 20, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 10 – 24 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Shed light on your creativity Sun, planet of self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 24th. Chitra’s Shakti is the ‘power to collect merit’, so you are invested in good works and business which produces a life-supporting effect. You have a flair for […] September 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 5 – December 7 ~ Rahu (in Krittika) ~ A meeting of material and spiritual Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, is in pada four of Krittika nakshatra from October 5th 2021. This pada relates to Pisces Navamsha, the subchart of spirituality and relationship, which gives an underlying mystical and romantic side to Rahu’s daily obsessions. Krittika is a fiery asterism symbolized by a flame or razor blade, […] September 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Articles The Spiritual Significance of Janmashtami by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar “Janmashtami is the day when we celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna (the eighth incarnation (avatar) of the Hindu god Vishnu). Lord Krishna signifies “Ananda” (bliss or pure happiness). We express happiness through celebration. So, Janmashtami is celebrating the birth of Bliss. It is the day when that (divine) joy manifests.” Timings Germany – Aug […] August 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 5 – 17 ~ Venus (in Anuradha) ~ Create victory through love and friendship Venus, planet of relationships and values, enters Anuradha nakshatra on October 5th until 17th 2021. This is an important departure where you come down strongly on a romantic issue, one way or the other, after a period leading up where you toed a careful romantic line. Venus operates now by instinct rather than fine manners, […] August 30, 2021November 5, 2021
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 […] 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. […] 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 […] August 26, 2021November 5, 2021
Articles A Planetary War: Mars Mercury Conjunction Mars and Mercury are in a planetary war (exact conjunction) from 10th-26th August with the most intense day being Thursday 19th of August, 2021 – check the align27 app for exact timings in your area. This conjunction happens every year as these are both fast moving planets. The energy of Mars and Mercury can be […] August 18, 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 […] August 18, 2021November 5, 2021
