Transits October 13 – 23 ~ Venus (in Chitra) ~ Create a new relationship Venus, planet of relationship and values, is in the nakshatra of Chitra across the signs Virgo and Libra from Oct 13th to 23rd. Chitra is among the brightest stars in the sky, and its symbol of a shining Jewel finds luxurious Venus very much at home, in the Libra portion especially, after October 18th. Soft […] October 3, 2022September 12, 2022
Transits October 10 – 24 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Shine a light on your gifts 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. As the Sun is the […] September 30, 2022October 1, 2022
Transits October 28 – November 6 ~ Mercury (in Chitra) ~ Make a smart, creative decision Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Chitra from October 28th to November 6th, where it goes over the area it covered from the middle of September. Half of Mercury’s recent retrograde phase was in this nakshatra, so you may experience issues from that time once again and bring them to a […] September 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 11 – 31 ~ Mars (in Chitra) ~ Build smart and fight fair Mars, planet of energy and competition, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the zodiacal sign of Virgo and half in Libra from October 11th until October 31st. Chitra translates to ‘the brilliant’ and its symbol of a shining jewel speaks to the star’s brightness in the sky, which sees you drawn to both […] September 28, 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 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 13 – October 9 ~ Mercury (in Chitra) ~ Creative skills open new doors Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Chitra altogether from September 13th to October 9th, which includes its retrograde phase starting September 27th. Chitra translates to ‘the brilliant’ and is symbolized by a shining jewel, reflecting its brightness in the night sky, and it brings skill with arts, crafts and design. […] August 13, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 31 – September 11 ~ Venus (in Chitra) ~ Attract attention and put on a show Venus, planet of relationship and values, is in the nakshatra of Chitra across the signs Virgo and Libra from August 31st to September 11th. Chitra is among the brightest stars in the sky, and its symbol of a shining gemstone finds Venus very much at home, in the Libra portion especially. Soft and feminine, this […] July 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 10 – 23 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Work hard on your self-expression. Sun, planet of the self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 23rd. Chitra’s Shakti, or unique gift, is the ‘power to collect merit’, so you are invested in good works and business which produces a life-supporting effect. You […] October 14, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 17 – 28 ~ Mercury (in Chitra) ~ A great mixture of communication and craft. Mercury, planet of commerce and communication, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from September 17th to 28th. Chitra translates to ‘the brilliant’ and is symbolized by a shining jewel, which represents its brightness in the night sky. This asterism brings an interest in […] September 14, 2020November 6, 2021
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 […] Written by Align27 September 29, 2024September 29, 2024
Are you a wealth guardian, healer or a sensitive leader? – Check what your Moon says about you! In Vedic astrology, the Moon represents emotions, intuition, and how you nurture others. Its placement in your natal chart can greatly influence your personality, relationships, and life path. Your Moon’s house placement can profoundly influence your emotions, relationships, and life choices. To understand the full impact of the Moon in your chart and how it […] Written by Align27 September 27, 2024September 27, 2024
November 21 – 30 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Through the gap Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 21st to 30th 2024. This transit sees Mercury remain in Scorpio as part of its longer stay in the sign-up to early January 2025, through the Scorpio Gandanta degrees, or junction area. This phrase translates […] Written by Align27 October 8, 2024October 8, 2024
November 19 – December 2 ~ Sun (in Anuradha) ~ Indulge yourself in different company The Sun, planet of self and creativity, enters Anuradha from November 19th until December 2nd, 2024, a gentler and more sensitive nakshatra within tough, Mars-ruled Scorpio. Sun exchanges glance with expansive Jupiter through this transit, so your social life can be a perfect escape from the intensity where you accept an exotic invitation just to […] Written by Align27 October 8, 2024October 8, 2024
November 18 – 29 ~ Venus (in Purvashadha) ~ Renewing your vows Venus, the planet of love and art, moves into Purvashadha in the sign of Sagittarius, November 18th to 29th 2024. This nakshatra translates to ‘the Undefeated’ and gives a sense of invincibility that favours a long-lasting relationship built on solid ground. Purva’s Shakti, or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal sees Venus spark a romantic […] Written by Align27 October 8, 2024October 8, 2024
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