Transits February 6 – 20 Sun (in Dhanishtha) ~ Enjoy a successful performance The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishtha from February 6th to 20th 2024, the nakshatra sitting across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. This nakshatra’s name translates to Wealth and Benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Fame and Abundance’, may see you stepping up as a performer. Dhanishtha’s […] January 29, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits February 3 – 27 Jupiter (in Bharani) ~ Third time lucky Jupiter, planet of protection and philosophy, returns into Bharani pada (part) one, in the sign of Aries, from February 3rd to 27th 2024. This is the area Jupiter went through most recently in November 2023, in retrograde motion, and altogether enters its third and final time in this nakshatra pada. Expect an opportunity from late […] January 29, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits February 1 – 18 Mars (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Take action to remove obstacles Mars, planet of energy and competition, enters Uttara Ashadha, across the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, from February 1st to 18th 2024. Uttara is a cultured nakshatra which emphasises diplomacy and moderation when used in the right way, and fiery Mars’s transit gives you restless and gung-ho energy. You may decide a cut-off point or […] January 29, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits 8 Conjunctions This Month February 1 – 13 Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Capricorn) ~ Taking pride in your ideas Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together in Capricorn with Sun, star of self-expression, from February 1st to 13th 2024. Sun and Mercury create Budhaditya Yoga, a combination for study, public speaking and business skill, which you put to your […] January 29, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits January 29 – February 9 Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ A romantic reawakening Venus, planet of love and art, moves into Purva Ashada in the sign of Sagittarius, January 29th to February 9th 2024. This nakshatra translates to ‘the Undefeated’, and its energy gives a sense of invincibility that favours a long-lasting relationship built on solid ground. Purva’s Shakti, or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal, sees Venus […] January 19, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January 24 – February 6 Sun (in Shravana) ~ Take pride in new knowledge The Sun, planet of pride and identity, is in Shravana in the sign of Capricorn from January 24th to February 6th. Shravana’s symbol of the Ear translates to listening and an oral tradition of wisdom, learning, and spiritual knowledge. The Sun’s light shines on a previously hidden area, as you define yourself with speech, and […] January 14, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does January have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in January and read personalized insights for each one based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Rahu in Revati Pada 3 – 1 January to 4 March Protect and […] January 12, 2024January 12, 2024
Transits January 15 – 21 Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Going from protective to adventurous Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between zodiacal signs and nakshatras from January 15th to 21st 2024. Gandanta translates to ‘knot-end’ where the junction of zodiacal signs and lunar asterisms meet, creating a mini-chasm that results in a potentially unstable romantic scenario. This crossover at the cusps of fire and […] January 9, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January 18 – 29 Venus (in Mula) ~ Be a true romantic purist Venus, planet of romance and values, is in Sagittarius-Mula from January 18th to 29th 2024, the nakshatra associated with essentials and foundations. Mula’s Shakti, or special gift, ‘To Ruin and Tear Apart’ sees you using this transit creatively to clear out old attachments and let in positive new romantic energy. The symbol here of a […] January 9, 2024January 18, 2024
Transits January 14 – February 1 Mars (in Purva Ashada) ~ Renew your invincible energy Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Purva Ashada from January 14th to February 1st 2024, the nakshatra within zodiacal Sagittarius which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Uttara’s energy gives a feeling and aspiration for invincibility, despite any confrontation you may go through, and its Shakti or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal is perfect […] January 8, 2024January 8, 2024
Powerful Remedy from Panchabrahma Upanishad The Panchabrahma Upanishad introduces five divine forms of Lord Shiva (the transformational divine energy) each linked to an element and specific planets in your birth chart: Aghora – Fire (Sun, Mars, Ketu) Vāmadeva – Water (Moon, Venus) Sadyojāta – Earth (Mercury) Īśāna – Space (Jupiter) Tatpuruṣā – Air (Saturn, Rahu) When the Moon transits one […] Written by Align27 May 29, 2025May 29, 2025
Your Mercury’s Nakshatra Reading What Mercury reveals about your speech, thoughts & mental power The Nakshatra Mercury occupies at the time of your birth fine-tunes your mental frequency. It reveals the style of your intelligence – whether you’re naturally strategic, poetic, curious, analytical, or emotionally insightful. It shows how your thoughts form, why you speak the way you do, […] Written by Align27 May 28, 2025May 26, 2025
July 13 – 28 ~ Jupiter (in Ardra) ~ Practical and progressive knowledge Jupiter, the planet of travel and education, is in pada three of Ardra between July 13th and 28th 2025, the part of Gemini symbolized by a Teardrop. Pada three of this nakshatra relates to Aquarius navamsa, the sub-chart of marriage and spirituality, which is also known for its progressive and socially oriented style. You have […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2025May 27, 2025
July 8 – 20 ~ Venus (in Rohini) ~ Love flows and grows Venus, a planet of love and art, enters Rohini in the sign of Taurus from July 8th to 20th 2025, where Rohini’s qualities of beauty, charm and aesthetics make a perfect setting. Both planet and nakshatra share links to agriculture and fertility, with Rohini’s Shakti ‘To Grow’ being a classically feminine energy where you expand […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2025May 27, 2025
July 7 – 29 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Speaking the hidden truth Mercury, the planet of thought and intelligence, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 7th to Jul 29th, 2025. Ashlesha is ruled by the Naghas, the mythical snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure, and this ‘serpent nakshatra’ shows your protectiveness and worldly wisdom. Your thoughts are wrapped up with intuition and emotional insight, and your […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2025May 27, 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