Transits April 7 – 12 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Romantic fire and water Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini from April 7th and 12th. This is the Gandanta zone between water and fire signs and also nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that brings a knot or romantic issue to unravel. Venus goes from its highest exaltation on April 8th into fierier and […] March 24, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 1 – 7 ~ Venus (Gandanta) ~ Mixed messages in love From January 1st to 7th, Venus, planet of love and luxury moves from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula. This is the Gandanta knot between water and fire signs and also the gap between nakshatras, a double ‘sandhi’ that makes this area unsupported and have somewhat of a fated quality. Venus goes from the passion and intensity of […] January 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits December 15 – January 1 ~ Mars (Gandanta) ~ Going from subtle to strong Mars, planet of energy and action, moves into the Gandanta zone between Pisces and Aries, and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini on December 15th to January 1st. This period sees Mars move back into its home sign of Aries and Ashwini nakshatra, where it has been already in August and September of 2020. The […] December 8, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits December 12 – 18 ~ Sun (Gandanta) ~ Go from secretive to powerful. The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and the nakshatras of Jyeshta and Mula on December 12th until 18th. Gandanta is this double-border area either side of the zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms, and this can bring a period of instability for your […] December 7, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 23 – October 7 ~ Ketu (Gandanta) ~ Soul transformation moves into your emotions. Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and sacrifice is in the first pada (part) of Mula nakshatra, and moves through the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs between September 7th and October 7th 2020. Usually planets going through this passage transit from water to fire, and from Jyesthta to Mula nakshatras, but backward-moving […] September 3, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits August 13 – 21 ~ Sun (Gandanta) ~ Make your instincts creative. The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo and the nakshatras of Ashlesha and Magha on August 13th until 21st. Gandanta is the double border area either side of the zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms, which can bring a period of instability for your […] August 11, 2020November 6, 2021
Rituals to Strengthen Your Soul Planet In Vedic astrology, the Ātma Karaka, or the Soul Planet is the planet with the highest degree in your birth chart, acting as a cosmic guide shaping your life’s journey. Symbolically, the Soul Planet is the king of your birth chart, offering profound insights into your soul’s purpose and the lessons it seeks in this […] Written by Align27 November 2, 2025November 3, 2025
Your Palana Devata – The Deity of Sustenance Your Palana Devata is the nurturing deity in your birth chart – the divine energy that sustains you and provides for your material wellbeing. In Vedic astrology, this deity governs the Artha aspect of life, which relates to stability, career, money, and the resources you need for comfort and security. Who is your Palana Devata? […] Written by Align27 October 28, 2025October 28, 2025
Dec 26, 2025 – Feb 09, 2026 ~ Mercury Combust (in Scorpio) ~ Get an issue out in the open Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, comes close to the Sun between December 26th to February 9th, where it moves from Scorpio to Aquarius and is ‘combust’ or burnt up in the solar rays. This phase affects your decision-making and state of mind, as you may be overwhelmed by too much information or a large […] Written by Align27 November 25, 2025November 25, 2025
Your Predictions – Mars, Venus Conjunction in Scorpio Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Scorpio from November 26th to December 7th, 2025. Your Predictions This transit sees a classic pairing between two planetary enemies and opposing forces, where you put energy into a relationship, and find a middle way between action and attraction. Venus […] Written by Align27 November 24, 2025November 24, 2025
Dec 30, 2025 – Jan 15, 2026 ~ Venus (in Purva Ashadha) ~ Renewing romantic commitment Venus, planet of love and art, moves into Purvashadha in the sign of Sagittarius, December 30th to January 10th, 2026. This nakshatra translates to ‘the Undefeated’ and gives you a sense of invincibility that favours a long-lasting relationship built on shared values. Purva’s Shakti, or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal sees Venus sparking a […] Written by Align27 November 24, 2025November 24, 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