Transits June 25 – July 8 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Access higher powers of memory and intelligence Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the Sun in Gemini from June 25th until July 8th 2023. Mercury in strength in Gemini, gives you a curious and questioning mentality that values knowledge for its own sake. You are a natural scholar and teacher, a quick study, with a flair for numbers and […] June 15, 2023July 24, 2023
Transits June 25 – July 6 ~ Mars (in Gandanta) ~ Wait for the right moment to strike Mars, planet of energy and dynamism is in the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from June 25th to July 6th 2023. Cancer and Leo, and Ashlesha and Magha, are sharply contrasting energies, and any planet moving through this ‘knot-end’ phase feels a sense of adjustment, where there is a fated […] June 15, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits June 22 – July 6 ~ Sun (in Ardra) ~ Feel lighter and discover inner freedom Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 22nd to July 6th. This asterism’s ruler is Rudra, the Storm God, and its symbol of the Teardrop, shows a cathartic moment where stress or sentiment overwhelms you, before you emerge feeling lighter and easier. This is much like […] June 12, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits June 21 – 27 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Your knowledge quest finds fulfilment Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 21st to June 27th 2023, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s mythical symbol is the Deer, being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, which represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for […] June 11, 2023May 29, 2023
Transits June 21 – July 10 ~ Jupiter (in Bharani) ~ Artistic flair adds new meaning to your life Jupiter, planet of protection and expansion, is in Bharani nakshatra pada (part) one, in the sign of Aries, from June 21st to July 10th 2023. This pada relates to Leo navamsha, the underlying chart of marriage and spirituality, which gives your personal philosophy a grand and theatrical quality. Between its sign and nakshatra position, Jupiter […] June 11, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits June 17 – July 6 ~ Venus (in Ashlesha) ~ Your chance to uncover a deep romantic secret Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Ashlesha in the sign of Cancer, from June 17th to July 6th 2023. Known as the Clinging Star, Ashlesha’s symbol of a coiled serpent gives insight into character and the potential to make shrewd moves. This nakshatra’s rulers are The Nagas, divine shape-shifting cobras, equally venomous and […] June 10, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits June 18 – July 14 ~ Mercury combust (in Taurus) ~ Practical thinking makes you a star Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in close proximity to the Sun in Taurus from June 18th to July 14th 2023. This is Mercury ‘combustion’ or burnt-up phase, where the Sun’s rays have an overpowering effect on your decision-making and overall train of thought. It can be hard to concentrate on a particular issue, […] June 10, 2023July 21, 2023
Transits June 17 – November 4 ~ Saturn Retrograde (in Aquarius) ~ Forging a path to long-term success Saturn, planet of karma, boundaries and success, is retrograde in Aquarius from June 17th until November 4th 2023. This is Saturn’s annual five-month backwards phase, where key issues of the year so far repeat and are established for the long term. As well as the usual idealistic Aquarian outlook, you are concerned with establishing your […] June 10, 2023May 29, 2023
Transits June 17 – July 3 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Find the right words for complex emotions Mercury, planet of thought and speech, enters Ardra nakshatra, in the sign of Gemini on June 27th until July 3rd 2023. Ardra’s symbol, a Teardrop, immerses you in empathy, anger and deep talk, where sharing ideas or just simple conversation has a strong sentimental undertow. This nakshatra’s ruler, Rudra the Storm God, symbolizes a downpour, […] June 7, 2023May 29, 2023
Transits June 13 – 21 ~ Mercury (in Rohini) ~ Find beautiful powers of thought and speech Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in Rohini within the zodiacal sign of Taurus from June 13th until 21st 2023. Rohini is famed for its earthy beauty and charm, along with a flirtatious nature and links to agriculture and fertility. Plans grow and flourish where you make good contacts, have the gift of speech, […] June 3, 2023May 29, 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 17 – 22 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 December 17th to 22nd 2025. 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 […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 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
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