Transits October 2 ~ Solar Eclipse (in Virgo-Hasta) ~ A moment of sudden clarity The Total Solar Eclipse of October 2nd arrives with the Sun and Moon closely conjunct mystical Ketu in Virgo-Hasta. A plan or ambition that has faded in importance lately may finish decisively at this point, or else the matter is taken out of your hands by a quirk of fate. Sudden change can be stressful, […] September 11, 2024September 11, 2024
Articles The Ultimate Day Each Month for Manifesting Your Desires Hasta Nakshatra is symbolized by a hand or a closed fist and represents skillfulness, craftsmanship and the ability to manifest one’s desires using your own hands, meaning with your own means. When the Moon transits Hasta Nakshatra (every 27 days), it gives you an opportunity to heal your abundance blocks and manifest and live the […] September 3, 2024September 3, 2024
Transits September 28 – October 6 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Take a genius idea in your hands Mercury, the planet of the mind, is in Hasta within the sign of Virgo from September 28th to October 6th, 2024. This nakshatra is Mercury’s strong place, where you have practical and earthy intelligence that combines academic knowledge with worldly experience. Hasta’s symbol of the Hand is associated with craft and skill, along with a […] August 21, 2024August 21, 2024
Transits September 26 – October 10 ~ Sun (in Hasta) ~ Shine a light on your skills The Sun, the star of self and creativity, is in Hasta from September 26th to October 10th, the nakshatra symbolised by the Hand and handicraft. Hasta is also ruled by the Sun/Surya, so this planet has a clear affinity here and gives you a confident and generous nature within Virgo’s humble, earthy nature. Your eye […] August 21, 2024August 21, 2024
Transits September 2 – 12 Venus (in Hasta) ~ Manifest the perfect relationship Venus, a planet of relating and luxuries, is in Hasta, within the sign of Virgo from September 2nd to 12th 2024. This nakshatra is symbolised by a Hand and is known for seizing, crafts and craftiness, and all activities associated with sleight of hand. Venus in Hasta makes you a trickster with a good sense […] July 29, 2024August 21, 2024
Transits July 8 – September 9 ~ Ketu (in Hasta) ~ A hands-on romantic affair Ketu, the planet of escape and liberation, is in Hasta Pada (part) Two, from July 8th to September 9th, 2024. Hasta’s symbol of a Hand represents crafts and skills, along with an awareness of money and commerce, which balances this transit’s generally otherworldly flavour. Pada Two of this asterism relates to Taurus navamsa, the underlying […] May 31, 2024July 8, 2024
Transits March 25 Lunar Eclipse (in Virgo)~ Leave the past behind The Lunar Eclipse of March 25th in Virgo-Hasta, is the first of a pair, with April’s Solar eclipse coming two weeks later. The Moon here is almost totally obscured by the Earth’s shadow, with just a faint ring of light being visible around its edge. Symbolically, this event shows your inner, emotional life being swallowed […] March 8, 2024March 8, 2024
Transits November 12 – 24 Venus (in Hasta) ~ Show off your best skills Venus, planet of relating and luxury, is in the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from November 12th to 24th. This nakshatra is symbolised by the Hand and is known for taking and receiving, and all activities associated with handicraft. You may encounter people who are open-handed in their affections, or else you […] November 2, 2023October 24, 2023
Transits October 7 – 14 Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Take a genius idea in your hands Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Hasta nakshatra in the sign of Virgo from October 7th to 14th 2023. This nakshatra is in Mercury’s own sign, where Hasta gives you a practical and earthy intelligence, as you combine the best of abstract knowledge with on-the-job experience. Its symbol of the Hand is associated with […] September 27, 2023September 14, 2023
Transits September 27 – October 11 Sun (in Hasta) ~ Take power in your own hands The Sun, day-star and planet of the self, is in Hasta from September 27th to October 11th, the nakshatra of the Hand and handicraft. As Hasta’s ruling devata, the Sun has an affinity in this asterism, and gives you a confident and generous quality within the humble and earthy nature of zodiacal Virgo. The Sun […] September 17, 2023August 31, 2023
Your Wealth Source Reading We’ve introduced a powerful new insight in your birth chart-your Source of Wealth. Rooted in ancient Vedic astrology, this reveals the specific area of life from which prosperity is most likely to flow for you. It’s a deeper look at your financial karma, showing not just how you earn, but where your energy naturally attracts […] Written by Align27 June 5, 2025June 5, 2025
A Simple Ritual to Calm Saturn’s Energy Adi Pradakshina: A Powerful Remedy for Saturn Have you been experiencing delays, pressure, or emotional heaviness? In Vedic astrology, these are often signs of Saturn’s influence. One of the most effective ways to ease Saturn’s grip is through a deeply spiritual and grounding practice called Adi Pradakshina, or “step-by-step walk” around the divine. It’s a […] Written by Align27 June 4, 2025June 6, 2025
July 20 – Aug 2 ~ Sun (in Pushya) ~ A time to give and receive The Sun, the planet of Self and leadership, is in Pushya from July 20th to August 2nd, the nakshatra inside the zodiacal sign of Cancer, which boosts all matters connected with family and security. Pushya is a fortunate and life-sustaining energy, where you feel supported and can find your ideas being taken up at a […] Written by Align27 June 13, 2025June 13, 2025
Major Change Ahead? See What Jupiter in Ardra Has in Store for You From June 13 to August 13, 2025, Jupiter, planet of wisdom, expansion, and growth enters Ardra Nakshatra, a territory ruled by the shadowy Rahu and presided over by Rudra, the fierce and transformative aspect of Lord Shiva. This isn’t just another transit, it’s a fast-paced, high-impact journey through one of the most intense nakshatras in […] Written by Align27 June 10, 2025June 11, 2025
Mars Meets Ketu. Faces Rahu. And You’re in the Middle Mars in Magha (Leo) Predictions Mars, planet of assertion and energy, entered the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo from June 6th to 30th, 2025. This transit ends Mars’s long stay in Cancer, going back to October 2024, and gives you a different approach and new dynamic energy after months of back-and-forth. Magha […] Written by Align27 June 10, 2025June 10, 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