Transits December 24 – January 4, 2025 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshtha from December 24th, 2024 to January 4th, 2025, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. This transit follows from Mercury’s recent retrograde phase in Jyeshta through November and early December and may see issues from that time finally being resolved. Extra information comes to light and […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits December 2 – 15 ~ Sun (in Jyeshtha) ~ Mix power and protection The Sun is in Jyestha from December 2nd to 15th 2024, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol of an Umbrella or Talisman shows protection and security. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a leading […] November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
Transits January 7 – 18 Venus (in Jyeshtha) ~ Fight a romantic battle Venus, planet of relationship and values, enters Jyeshtha from January 7th to 18th 2024, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshtha 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. […] January 3, 2024January 3, 2024
Transits December 28, 2023 – January 7, 2024 Mercury (in Jyeshtha) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from December 28th to January 7th 2024, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Starting off retrograde, then turning direct by January 2nd, Mercury retraces its path from mid-to-late November 2023 and brings an issue back to the table that was left unresolved. You may change your […] December 26, 2023December 26, 2023
Transits April 6 – 9 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Go from intuition to impulse Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from April 6th to 9th 2022. This junction area translates to ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Revati through the first of Ashwini, bringing a quality of instability and karmic experience. It’s hard to commit […] March 28, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits January 11 – 21 ~ Mars (in Gandanta) ~ Your courage destroys obstacles Mars, planet of energy and dynamism moves into the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from 11th to 21st January. There is a sharp contrast between the signs of Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshtha and Mula, and any planet moving through this border region feels a sense of adjustment with a […] January 1, 2022December 31, 2021
Transits December 28, 2021 – January 16, 2022 ~ Mars (in Jyeshtha) ~ Elder’s wisdom secures victory Mars, planet of drive and energy, is in Jyeshtha from December 28th to January 16th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. This is a natural domain for Mars, where it operates with great intensity but also an underlying emotional and sympathetic force. You can stand up for yourself and others in an […] December 18, 2021December 28, 2021
Transits December 12 – 19 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to break in changes The Sun, star of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshtha and Mula on December 12th until 19th. This double junction area extending either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras, can bring a period of confusion, where your plans have a provisional quality and you […] December 1, 2021December 1, 2021
Transits December 7 – 12 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From instinct to high-flown thought Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from December 7th to 12th 2021. This junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Jyeshtha through the first of Mula and has a quality of instability and karmic lessons. Of all […] November 28, 2021November 26, 2021
Transits December 4 ~ Solar Eclipse (in Jyeshtha) ~ Intensity and insight The last eclipse of 2021 arrives on December 4th at 07:23am GMT, with the Total Solar Eclipse in Scorpio-Jyeshtha. This event is a New Moon across the Rahu-Ketu axis, where the Shadow Planets come together with the twin luminaries, bringing worldly, materialist tendencies to the fore. The Sun, ruler of soul, is obscured by the […] November 26, 2021November 26, 2021
Ashtamsha: The Karmic Twist Most People Miss Discover the Hidden Karmic Twist in Your Birth Chart In Vedic astrology, “Ashta” means 8 and “Amsha” means division-and together, Ashtamsha reveals one of the most powerful hidden patterns in your chart. It happens when a planet falls eight signs apart in your Navamsa (D9) chart from its position in your birth chart (D1). Check […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
The Most Detailed Compatibility Insights You’ve Ever Seen The Together module in the align27 app is your all-in-one destination for the most comprehensive compatibility insights available in Vedic astrology. Whether you’re looking to understand a romantic partner, a friend, or even yourself in relationship dynamics, Together Module gives you accurate, personalized, and actionable insights that evolve with time. Nakshatra Compatibility Nakshatra compatibility is […] Written by Align27 July 17, 2025July 18, 2025
Mars in Virgo – Your Predictions After an intense, karmic knot with Ketu in Leo, Mars finally stepped into Virgo on July 28, shifting the cosmic energy from fiery detachment to grounded, purposeful action. Mars and Ketu together in Leo brought intense fiery energy – breaking patterns tied to ego, pride, and control. It may have felt like your inner fire […] Written by Align27 July 31, 2025July 31, 2025
Sep 28 – Oct 7 Mercury (in Chitra) ~ A sudden flash of inspiration Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Chittra from September 28th to October 7th, 2025. Chittra translates to ‘The Brilliant’ and its symbol of a shining Jewel reflects its brightness in the night sky, bringing you skill in art, craft, and design. Mercury in its strong sign of Virgo for the […] Written by Align27 July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
Sep 27 – Oct 10 Sun (in Hasta) ~ A moment of sudden clarity The Sun, day-star and planet of the self, is in Hasta from September 27th to October 10th, 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 […] Written by Align27 July 29, 2025July 29, 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