Transits March 5 – 16 ~ Mercury (in Dhanishtha) ~ Revive a recent revelation Mercury, planet of communication, is in the nakshatra of Dhanishta across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius from March 5th until 16th. This transit sees Mercury going back over its retrograde path from last month and you revisit some of your recent experience, where a question or opportunity may only now start to […] February 12, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 4 – 20 ~ Jupiter (in Dhanishtha) ~ Express yourself and find your rhythm Jupiter, planet of faith and philosophy, is in the first pada of Dhanishtha March 4th to 20th, the nakshatra which stretches across the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Pada one of this asterism relates to Leo in the relationship and spirituality Navamsha chart, which brings an underlying grandeur and sense of drama to offset some […] February 8, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 15 – 26 ~ Venus (in Dhanishtha) ~ Enjoy love and luxury Venus, planet of relationship, values and the arts is in Dhanishtha from February 15th to 26th 2021, the nakshatra which spans the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to wealth and benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, is ‘To Create Opulence and Fame’. This asterism is ruled by the Ashta (eight) Vasus, […] January 28, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 5 – 22 ~ Mercury (Retrograde) ~ Get serious about your studies Mercury goes retrograde in the sign and nakshatra of Aquarius-Dhanishtha from January 30th, reversing back into Capricorn by February 5th, before turning direct on February 22nd. This transit is part of a large current focus on Capricorn, where by the New Moon on February 10th there will be six planets in all, including the long-term influence of Jupiter […] January 25, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 20 – February 11 ~ Mercury (in Dhanishtha) ~ Get into your mental rhythm Mercury, planet of mental energy and communication, is in Dhanishtha from January 20th to February 11th 2020, which lies across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. This transit takes in Mercury’s retrograde arc, beginning on January 30th, so it is longer than usual and carries more weight. Expect the familiar retrograde experiences at this […] January 8, 2021November 6, 2021
Your Navratri 2025 Spiritual & Cosmic Guide Navratri, meaning ‘nine nights,’ is an important Hindu festival that honors Goddess Durga in her nine forms (the energy behind the creation, preservation, and destruction), symbolizing the victory of good over evil and is also a period of introspection and divine connection.. These nine nights are dedicated to deepening our inner journey, detoxifying the mind, […] Written by Align27 September 19, 2025September 20, 2025
Sarva Pitru Amavasya + Solar Eclipse – Rituals Sarva Pitru Amavasya, also known as Mahalaya Amavasya (‘Maha’ means ‘great’ and ‘laya’ signifies ‘destruction’), falls on September 21st, 2025. 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 19, 2025September 19, 2025
Dec 9 – 20 Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from December 9th to 20th 2025, in direct motion now after its recent retrograde phase. Mercury’s return into Anuradha brings an echo from this same transit from late October to November 20th, and you may only now discover an elusive […] Written by Align27 October 6, 2025October 6, 2025
Dec 9 – 20 Venus (in Jyeshta) ~ Fight a romantic battle Venus, planet of relationships and values, enters Jyestha from December 9th to 20th 2025, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshta is ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so you focus on taking charge of your love life and relations with a larger group of people. […] Written by Align27 October 6, 2025October 6, 2025
Dec 7 – 25 Mars (in Mula) ~ Work for purist motives Mars, planet of action and competition, is in Mula within Sagittarius from December 7th to 25th, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and stripping away excess. Mula’s symbol of a Root is connected with simplicity and austerity, where you fight for a cause or ambition purely for its own sake and not for ego or […] Written by Align27 October 6, 2025October 6, 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