Transits February 08 – 24 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ A deep mystical quest Jupiter, planet of faith and philosophy, is in Pada Four of Uttara Bhadrapada from February 8th to 24th 2023, in the sign of Pisces. Jupiter moved slowly through this pada in July and August of last year (2022), and now returns to remind you of an inspired idea and potentially to reward you going forwards. […] Align27 January 29, 2023January 17, 2023
Transits January 21 – February 8 ~Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ A second chance to share Jupiter, planet of philosophy and protection, is in the third pada of Uttara Bhadrapada from January 21st to February 8th 2023. This transit sees Jupiter returning quickly over its position of June 2022, and an ambition or opportunity from that time may reoccur and be offered to you again. Jupiter’s effect is to heal, expand […] Align27 January 11, 2023December 29, 2022
Transits December 28 – January 21, 2023 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Big picture and fine detail Jupiter, planet of expansion and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada two, from Dec 28 2022 to Jan 21st 2023. This is transit sees Jupiter return through the issues it highlighted from mid-May to early June 2022, and you relive a scenario that combines intelligence and big ideas. You have increased confidence and experience to […] Align27 December 18, 2022November 24, 2022
Transits October 19 – December 28 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Shine a light on opportunity Jupiter, planet of protection and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada one, from October 19th until December 28th, where it re-enters the area it first covered from late April to mid-May 2022. People and opportunities from that time are likely to reappear, and a chance to expand that was not right for you comes around […] Align27 October 9, 2022October 18, 2022
Transits July 28 – November 24 ~ Jupiter Retrograde (in Pisces) ~ Faith brings good fortune Jupiter-Guru, planet of good fortune and philosophy, turns retrograde in Pisces from 28th July until 24th November 2022. Transiting through its own sign for this whole phase raises Jupiter’s healing powers of belief and you retrace your recent steps and recalibrate your ambitions. Jupiter’s five-month retrograde arc reinforces all such themes and sorts out the […] Align27 July 18, 2022June 30, 2022
Transits July 1 – August 25 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ A deep mystical quest Jupiter, planet of faith and philosophy, is in pada four of Uttara Bhadrapada from July 1st 2022, in the sign of Pisces. Uttara is a good-natured nakshatra associated with renunciation and a good-education, and is known for clear speech and sharing knowledge – qualities which all sit perfectly with Jupiter’s basic nature. Pada four relates […] Align27 June 20, 2022June 21, 2022
Transits June 3 – July 1 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Sharing higher knowledge Jupiter, planet of expansion and protection, is in the third pada of Uttara Bhadrapada from June 3rd to July 1st 2022. Uttara is a benevolent nakshatra associated with renunciation, and its symbol is the back legs of a bed, or a person facing two different ways. It is known for being well-educated and possessing a […] Align27 May 23, 2022May 10, 2022
Transits May 15 – Jun 3 ~Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Combine intellect and intuition Jupiter, the planet of expansion and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada two, from May 15th 2022. Uttara is associated with benevolence and renunciation, and its symbol is the back legs of a bed, or twins – or perhaps a person facing both ways. Pada two of this asterism relates to Virgo in the relationship […] Align27 May 5, 2022April 27, 2022
Transits April 28 – May 15 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Looking at the Grand Scheme Jupiter, the planet of protection and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada one, from April 28th 2022. This nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces is associated with benevolence and renunciation, and its symbol is the back legs of a bed, or twins – or perhaps a two-faced person. Pada One of Uttara relates to […] Align27 April 18, 2022April 1, 2022
Transits April 13 – 28 ~ Jupiter (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Keep the faith and count your reward Jupiter is in pada four of Purva Bhadrapada from April 13th 2022, as the planet of expansion and philosophy moves into its own sign of Pisces. Purva Bhadrapada’s Shakti, or unique gift, of ‘The Power of Spiritual Fire’ gives you the promise of purifying old knowledge after the old has been purged and scorched away. […] Align27 April 3, 2022March 25, 2022
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Dec 22 – 30 ~ Mercury (in Mula) ~ A deep dive into your subject Mercury, the planet of intellect and commerce, is in Mula within the sign of Sagittarius from December 22nd to 30th, 2026. This nakshatra’s symbol of a Root makes you dive into the heart of a subject for its own sake. You are a purist who enjoys researching a specialized topic and studying to create a […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 19, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 ~ Mars (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Second time around Mars, the planet of energy and drive, enters the nakshatra of Purva Phalguni, in the sign of Leo, from December 19th to January 31st, 2026, bringing you a relaxed and spontaneous approach to your goals. Though you have a fiery ego tied up in achieving success, Purva makes you comfortable in your skin and content […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 19 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From complexity to simplicity Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from Dec 19th to Dec 24th, 2026. The transition from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area, which translates to ‘knot-end’ and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. The ‘knot’ […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 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