Articles Powerful Rituals for a 144 Year Alignment The new moon (amavasya) during the Vedic month of Maha is known as Magha Amavasya or Mauni Amavasya. It’s a day when the moon is completely invisible in the sky, symbolizing a time of darkness and new beginnings. “Mauni” means silence, and on this day, people practice silence as a form of tapasya (forbearance). The […] January 27, 2025January 27, 2025
Articles The Power of the Moon: Full / No Moon Rituals for 2025 The Full Moon and New Moon phases in 2025 are markers of transformation, reflection, and intention-setting. Each phase offers a unique opportunity to align your energies and amplify your spiritual growth. Below, find key dates for Full Moons and New Moons along with simple rituals to make the most of these powerful lunar events. 🌝 […] January 2, 2025January 4, 2025
Articles The Most Powerful Day to Honor Ancestors – Sarva Pitru Amavasya Sarva Pitru Amavasya, also known as Mahalaya Amavasya (‘Maha’ means ‘great’ and ‘laya’ signifies ‘destruction’), falls on October 1st/2nd, 2024. This day is dedicated to honoring our ancestors and performing rituals for them, making it the most important day of Pitru Paksha (Pitru Paksha means ‘fortnight of the ancestors’ and is a two week period […] September 29, 2024September 29, 2024
Articles 9 Ways to Plan Your Month Around the Phases of the Moon Planning your month according to the lunar phases, helps you optimize your month’s energy and intentions and synchronize it with the natural rhythms of life. The Moon’s phases symbolizes emotions, sensitivities, and inner truths. Whether you’re starting something new, seeking clarity in decisions or setting your goals and intentions for the month ahead, aligning your […] July 3, 2024July 4, 2024
Articles Sarva Pitru Amavasya – The Most Powerful Day to Honor Your Ancestors Honor Your Ancestors on Sarva Pitru Amavasya Sarva Pitru Amavasya (13/14 October, 2023) also known as Mahalaya Amavasya (Maha meaning large and laya meaning destruction), is the day that we honor our ancestors and perform rituals for them. It is a time dedicated for all departed souls and is the most important day of Pitru Paksha. […] October 10, 2023October 10, 2023
Articles Mauni Amavasya – 10 Rituals for the day of silence. On January 21st 2023 a unique Hindu tradition is celebrated called “Mauni” or “Mauna Amavasya”. It usually falls on the fifteenth day during the dark fortnight in the month of January/February and is observed on the no-Moon day, known as Amavasya. It is also known as Magha Amavasya as it is usually observed during the […] January 17, 2023January 23, 2023
Articles Sarva Pitru (Mahalaya) Amavasya 2022 – The Day Of The Ancestors Honor Your Ancestors on Sarva Pitru Amavasya Sarva Pitru Amavasya also known as Mahalaya Amavasya (Maha meaning large and laya meaning destruction), is the day that we honor our ancestors and perform rituals for them. It is a time dedicated for all departed souls and is the most important day of Pitru Paksha. Pitru Paksha’s […] September 21, 2022September 21, 2022
Articles New Moon – Time to Nourish Your Inner Self New Moon day, or Amavasya, marks the start of a new lunar cycle, and is the day when the Moon, representing the cosmic mother, merges completely with the Sun, or cosmic father. Our next New Moon day is coming up on May 30th, and is the ideal time to nourish your inner self with meditation […] May 28, 2022May 28, 2022
Happens Only Once in 144 Years! Don’t Miss These Vasant Panchami Rituals As the vibrant festival of Vasant Panchami approaches, let’s honor the divine energy of Goddess Saraswati and invite her blessings into our lives. This year Vasant Panchami is even more special as it is happening during the Maha Kumbh. This auspicious day, celebrated on the 5th waxing lunar day of the Vedic month of Magha, […] Written by Align27 January 28, 2025January 29, 2025
Rituals for Emotional, Mental, and Physical Well-Being In Vedic astrology, the Moon plays a pivotal role in influencing our emotional, mental, and physical health. A strong Moon can lead to emotional stability, mental clarity, and overall vitality. Here are some effective rituals to strengthen your Moon and bring balance into your life. 1. Chant Mantras Facing Northwest The northwest direction is significant […] Written by Align27 January 27, 2025January 27, 2025
Do’s & Don’ts For February What to do and what not to do – here’s your list for February. Tap below to see personalized do’s and don’ts based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). February 1 – April 1 Venus in Uttara Bhadrapada ~ Find faith and romantic freedom ✅ Do’sSupport […] Written by Align27 January 28, 2025January 28, 2025
Venus Transit & Conjunction in Pisces – Insights & Predictions Venus Exaltation in Pisces – The Power of Love Dive into Love’s Depths From January 28th to May 31st, 2025, Venus, the planet of love and beauty, takes an extended stay in its exalted sign of Pisces. This period promises a profound deepening of relationships and artistic pursuits, highlighted by a significant retrograde phase from […] Written by Align27 January 26, 2025January 26, 2025
February 27 – May 7 ~ Mercury Debilitation (in Pisces) ~ Thinking backwards Mercury, the planet of the mind, is debilitated in Pisces from February 27th to May 7th, 2025, an extended transit that includes its retrograde phase from March 15th to April 8th. Mercury’s usual style is cerebral and analytical, but placed in Pisces, sees the world more in terms of colours and pictures. You may get […] Written by Align27 January 21, 2025January 21, 2025
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