Transits November 3 – 29 Venus, Ketu Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Enjoy a super-fine romantic moment Venus, planet of relationship, comes together with shadowy Ketu in Virgo from November 3rd to 29th 2023. This conjunction gives you an open and self-effacing approach in love, and a desire to put somebody else above you. You may project wonderful qualities on to a friend or partner, and find an unspoken rapport that is […] October 24, 2023October 20, 2023
Transits November 1 – 20 Mars (in Vishakha) ~ Lift your energy to a new level Mars, planet of action and competition, is in Vishakha nakshatra across the signs of Libra and Scorpio from November 1st to 20th 2023. Vishakha’s symbol is a Victory Arch, so your battling energy is on a high and the prospect of a personal triumph is a powerful motivating force. You set standards and raise your […] October 22, 2023October 20, 2023
Transits October 31 – November 26 Jupiter (in Bharani) ~ Enjoy a second taste of freedom Jupiter, planet of protection and expansion, moves in retrograde motion, back into Bharani nakshatra pada (part) one, in the sign of Aries, from October 31st until November 26th 2023. This is the area Jupiter transited through from late June to early July of this year, and an opportunity from that time may reappear now, fully […] October 21, 2023September 28, 2023
Transits October 30, 2023 – January 1, 2024 Ketu (in Chitra) ~ Believe in your romantic dream Ketu, the Moon’s South Node is in Pada (part) Two of Chitra from October 30th 2023 to January 1st 2024. This pada is also in Virgo navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage and spiritual blessings, which gives otherworldly Ketu vargottama status and an extra underlying strength. Your analytical skills work well as a counterbalance to Ketu’s […] October 20, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits October 30 – November 12 Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Be alive to a hidden message Venus, planet of art and relationship, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from October 30th to November 12th 2023. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock reveals this nakshatra’s easy-going and fun-loving nature, where relating on a heart level balances any tendency to over-analyse a relationship. You enjoy helping people, being in […] October 20, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits October 28 Lunar Eclipse (in Aries) ~ Time for a sudden change of belief A partial Lunar Eclipse arrives in Aries-Ashwini on October 28th. This event is the complement to the Solar Eclipse of October 14th and the final eclipse of the series with Rahu and Ketu in Aries and Libra. A Lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon, which brings a recent busy phase of activity to a […] October 18, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits October 24 – November 6 Sun (in Swati) ~ Seek decisiveness and find adventure The Sun, planet of light and identity, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th 2023. Swati brings a focus on fairness and balance, where your skills are to be an ambassador or go-between, and art, justice and forgiveness also come to the fore. You have tact and diplomacy, though may […] October 14, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits October 17 – 30 Venus (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A relaxed romantic scene Venus, planet of art and relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’, from October 17th to 30th 2023. Purva’s symbol of a Hammock describes its relaxed nature, which finds Venus in an easy-going and romantic setting that is happy to let a relationship take its own course. There is no strict agenda or […] October 7, 2023September 26, 2023
Transits October 15 – November 24 Saturn (in Dhanishtha) ~ Choose your long-term forward path Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in pada (part) four of Dhanishtha from October 15th to November 24th 2023. Dhanishtha pada four relates to Scorpio in the relationship and good fortune Navamsha chart, which brings you an underlying Mars-ruled intensity and drive. You combine the strong, airy, ideas-based thinking of Saturn in Aquarius, […] October 5, 2023September 15, 2023
Transits October 14 Solar Eclipse (in Virgo) ~ Time to think smart break with the past The Solar Eclipse in Virgo arrives on October 14th in bright, creative Chitra, the first of a new round of eclipses in this sign, as the all-important eclipse symbols Rahu and Ketu prepare to move into Pisces and Virgo. A Solar Eclipse signals a fresh start, where old conditions are cleared away, either by a […] October 4, 2023September 15, 2023
Your 7th Lord’s Nakshatra – Love, Trust & Commitment We’ve been on a journey through the House Rulers in Nakshatras series, exploring how each house lord shapes your destiny. You’ve already seen insights for your Ascendant Lord (self-expression), 2nd Lord (wealth and values), 3rd Lord (courage and communication), 4th Lord (inner peace), 5th Lord (creativity and past life merits), and 6th Lord (challenges and discipline). House […] Written by Align27 September 22, 2025September 22, 2025
Daily Colors of Navratri 2025 There are specific colours associated with each of the nine days of Navratri. You can honor the Goddess of the day by wearing something of this colour. To learn more about Navratri 2025, read our latest blog post – Your Navratri 2025 Spiritual & Cosmic Guide Colors based on your local city! Written by Align27 September 19, 2025September 20, 2025
Dec 20 – 29 Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ The voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from December 20th to 29th 2025, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and sees you stepping up and owning the role as a spokesperson and voice of experience. You may be dealing with older people or applying your expertise in […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 16, 2025 – Jan 14, 2026 ~ Mars, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Fight hard and fair The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with dynamic Mars in Sagittarius from December 16th 2025, to January 14th 2026. These two planets remain close together through this whole transit, beginning in Mula, then moving through Purva and Uttara Ashadha, where Mars is overshadowed to some degree by the Sun’s bright glare. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 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 Jyeshta and Mula on December 12th until 19th, 2025. This double junction area extending on either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras brings a period of confusion where your plans have an unformed quality. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 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