Transits June 17 – July 6 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ Your chance to uncover a deep romantic secret Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from June 17th to July 6th 2023. Known as the Clinging Star, Ashlesha’s symbol of a coiled serpent gives insight into character and the potential to make shrewd moves. This nakshatra’s rulers are The Nagas, divine shape-shifting cobras, equally venomous and […] June 10, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits June 8 – 30 ~ Mars (in Ashlesha) ~ A perfect time to develop your psychic strength Mars, planet of action and drive, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from June 8th to 30th 2023. This asterism is associated with shrewdness and insight, and Mars sees you being alive to subtle tactics and hidden undercurrents. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting mythological serpents, who are symbols of worldly wisdom, and act as custodians […] May 29, 2023May 31, 2023
Transits August 28 – September 3 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Love goes from emotion to drama Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs, and nakshatras, from August 28th – September 3rd 2022. This area coves the final pada of Ashlesha through the first of Magha, and is characterized by an unstable and potentially fated quality, where your ability to make connections is […] August 18, 2022July 27, 2022
Transits August 20 – 31 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ See through surface attraction Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 20th to 31st. Ashlesha’s symbol of a coiled Serpent, in particular its potent and hypnotic eyes, shows your deep insight and intense charm. The ruling devatas here, The Nagas, are the divine shape-shifting race of cobras, venomous and protective, which represent this asterism’s potential […] August 10, 2022July 25, 2022
Transits August 13 – 20 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Crossing the karmic bridge Sun, the day-star and symbol of self, moves through the Cancer-Leo Gandanta zone from August 13th to 20th 2022. This ‘knot-end’ passage also forms the boundary between Ashlesha and Magha nakshatras, where the double-gap makes a loose and un-anchored transit, as the Solar principle loses its power to act decisively. You may end up with […] August 3, 2022July 13, 2022
Transits August 3 – 17 ~ Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ Protecting your investment Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 17th, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting serpents known in mythology for their deadly venom, who acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth. You reflect their worldly wisdom and cunning now, knowing […] July 24, 2022July 7, 2022
Transits July 30 – August 2 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From intuition to affirmation Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from July 30th to August 2nd. This double-junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, and has a quality of instability and karmic intervention. It’s hard […] July 20, 2022June 29, 2022
Transits July 24 – 31 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Combine intellect and instinct Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 24th to 31st 2022, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. This transit brings out your private and protective streak, which reflects this asterism’s rulers, The Naghas, the shape-shifting mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. Serpents are a symbol of wisdom […] July 14, 2022June 29, 2022
Transits August 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ Shine a light into the dark Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 16th, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting serpents known in mythology for their deadly venom, but who also acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth. They stand for worldly wisdom and cunning, […] July 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 2 – 9 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Uncover secret information Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 2nd to 9th 2021, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the deadly shape-shifting mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. This transit brings out your private and protective streak, where you have empathic instincts but […] July 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Hidden Mind Patterns – Revealed Through Your Birth Chart We’ve added something powerful inside your Birth Chart on align27. Introducing Hidden Mind Patterns – a new way to understand the invisible forces shaping your mind, thoughts, and inner life. Hidden Mind Patterns In Vedic Astrology, the Lagna (Ascendant) is where the body is born. It shows your vitality, health, and physical presence. But the […] Written by Align27 April 29, 2025May 2, 2025
This Is How the World Sees You – According to Your Birth Chart ✨ Introducing: How the World Sees You – Based on Your Birth Chart What if the way you see yourself… isn’t the way the world sees you? We just launched a brand-new insight inside your align27 birth chart – it’s called “How the World Sees You” and it’s based on a powerful Vedic concept known […] Written by Align27 April 25, 2025April 30, 2025
June 9 – 16 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Put contradictions into words Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, enters Ardra nakshatra, in the sign of Gemini from June 9th to 16th 2025. Ardra’s symbol of a Teardrop gives your thoughts a quality of light and shade, and a more emotional style of expression than is usual for airy, witty Gemini. Mercury is strong and analytical in […] Written by Align27 May 9, 2025May 9, 2025
June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase the big prize Sun, the planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator. The Sun is […] Written by Align27 May 9, 2025May 9, 2025
June 7 – Aug 18 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Show serious intelligence Saturn, the planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada Two of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada from June 7th to August 18th. Uttara’s name translates to ‘beautiful left foot’, and its influence brings you an intelligent and questioning quality, with a focus on the finer things in life. Saturn gives you a […] Written by Align27 May 9, 2025May 9, 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