Transits Aug 21 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Going out on a mental limb Mercury, the planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from August 21st to 24th, 2026. This double-junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, where an unstable and karmic quality makes it hard to […] July 27, 2026July 27, 2026
Transits Aug 13 – 20 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ A journey between extremes The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo and Ashlesha and Magha from August 13th to 20th, 2026. Gandanta means ‘knot-end,’ where you find an obstacle to overcome, and the Sun’s usual ego-oriented style can’t get its natural power and authority across. This double-border area extends either […] July 9, 2026July 9, 2026
Transits 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 […] October 8, 2024October 8, 2024
Transits April 10 – 17 Sun (in Gandanta) ~ First inspiration then action The Sun, the ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Pisces and Aries and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini from April 10th to 17th 2024. This double-border area extends on either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms and may bring a period of instability, where your plans […] April 1, 2024April 1, 2024
Transits March 22 – April 14 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From intuition to quick action Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from March 22nd to April 14th 2024. This phase, which translates to a ‘knot-end’, stretches from the final pada of Pisces-Revati through the first of Aries-Ashwini and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. Mercury is also […] March 7, 2024March 7, 2024
Transits June 25 – July 6 ~ Mars (in Gandanta) ~ Wait for the right moment to strike Mars, planet of energy and dynamism is in the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from June 25th to July 6th 2023. Cancer and Leo, and Ashlesha and Magha, are sharply contrasting energies, and any planet moving through this ‘knot-end’ phase feels a sense of adjustment, where there is a fated […] June 15, 2023June 23, 2023
Sep 2 – 24 ~ Mars (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your energy Mars, the planet of action and competition, is in Punarvasu, across the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from September 2nd to 24th, 2026. Punarvasu is associated with renewal and replenishment, and having a goal to work towards inspires you above your usual level. This asterism is represented by a Quiver of Arrows, which is linked […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 19, 2026
Sep 20 – Oct 8 ~ Jupiter (in Ashlesha) ~ Personal versus collective energy Jupiter, the planet of expansion and good fortune, is in Ashlesha pada (part) three from September 20th to October 8th, 2026, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. The third pada of this nakshatra relates to Aquarius navamsha, ruled by Saturn, which is in marked contrast to Jupiter’s sign placement in emotional Cancer. You […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 21, 2026
Sep 18 – Nov 12 ~ Mars Debilitation (in Cancer) ~ A powerful mood Mars, the planet of action and energy, is in Cancer from September 18th to November 12th, the sign of its debilitation. You battle against daily moods in this transit and may need extra motivation before getting a long-range project off the ground. Influenced by your emotions even on your best day, you have great tenacity […] Written by Align27 August 24, 2026August 21, 2026
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
