Transits September 13 – 27 Sun (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Shed light on a prosperous partnership The Sun, the central life-giving force, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 27th. Uttara’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘Prosperity through Partnership’ so you can strike a balance between your own needs and appreciation and giving enough to others. The Sun is a symbol of pride […] September 3, 2023August 21, 2023
Transits September Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does September have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in September 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). Mars in Hasta – 3 September to 23 September Put […] August 31, 2023August 30, 2023
Transits September 4 – December 31 Jupiter Retrograde (in Aries) ~ A sudden change of belief Jupiter, planet of knowledge and belief, is retrograde in Aries to September 4th to December 31st 2023. This transit sees Jupiter retracing its steps of the last several months and giving you a repeat challenge or opportunity from earlier in the year. Something that was offered to you may only now feel right to accept, […] August 24, 2023September 1, 2023
Transits September 3 – 23 Mars (in Hasta) ~ Put energy into manifesting Mars, planet of drive and assertion, enters the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from September 3rd to 23rd 2023. Hasta is known as the Star of Manifestation, whose special power ‘To Put Power in Your Hands’ makes this an excellent time for crafts and handiwork, where Mars gives you great drive and […] August 23, 2023August 25, 2023
Transits August 22 – October 15 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Finding success second-time around Saturn moves into pada (part) one of Shatabhishak within the sign of Aquarius from August 22nd to October 15th 2023. The planet of karma and success was in this nakshatra from mid-March to mid-April, and now you revisit that experience as part of Saturn’s retrograde phase. You may come at a challenge or obstacle from […] August 12, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 19 – 28 Mercury (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Find your superpowers of concentration Mercury, planet of thought and business, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from Aug 19th to 28th 2023. This short transit sees Mercury remaining stationary – apparently motionless – as it prepares to go retrograde on August 23rd, which all gives you great symbolic powers of concentration. […] August 9, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 17 – September 17 Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Leo) ~ Dramatic powers of speech Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the Sun in Leo from August 17th to September 17th 2023. This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde phase from August 23rd to September 15th, which gives you a great opportunity for media work, striking deals and making social connections. Starting in Uttara Phalguni, Mercury moves backwards […] August 7, 2023August 17, 2023
Transits August 17 – 31 Sun (in Magha) ~ Show off your big heart Sun, planet of ego and heart, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo on August 17th until 31st 2023. This is the Sun’s home sign, and Magha especially is the Heart of the Lion, the very essence of Leo’s fiery energy. Magha’s name translates to ‘The Grand’ and its symbol of a […] August 7, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 13 – September 3 Mars (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Put your energy into a close partnership Mars, the warrior planet of energy and adventure, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from August 13th to September 3rd 2023. Uttara is known for its laid-back and fun-loving style, symbolized by a Hammock, so that pushy, energetic Mars gives this transit a double-edged quality. You need […] August 3, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 13 – 20 Sun (in Gandanta) ~ A journey between two extremes The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo and Ashlesha and Magha from August 13th to 20th 2023. Gandata means ‘knot-end’ where you find an obstacle to overcome, and the Sun’s usual ego-oriented style can’t get its natural power and authority across. This double-border area extends either […] August 3, 2023August 10, 2023
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