Articles The A – Z of Vedic Astrology Whether it is Gandanta, Badaka, Karakas or Vargas, astrological vocabulary can be challenging to get your head around, especially when you are just starting out on your journey with Vedic Astrology. So, we’ve put together a simple A-Z of Vedic Astrology that you can refer to when you need to know your Aspects from your […] May 24, 2023May 25, 2023
Transits May 31 – July 1 ~ Venus, Mars Conjunction (in Cancer) ~ Discover an instant magnetic attraction Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Cancer from May 31 until July 1st 2023. This is an archetypal pairing between two planetary enemies, where you put energy into relationship, the arts, politics and leadership, and your ideal is a middle way between self-assertion and attraction. In […] May 21, 2023May 6, 2023
Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Indulge your luxury lifestyle The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and now is the time to put your focus on new opportunities where your pride and identity are most heavily wrapped up. This nakshatra has a […] May 15, 2023May 6, 2023
Transits May 21 – June 5 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ A second take refines your brilliant idea Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani, in the zodiacal sign of Aries from May 21st until June 5th 2023. This transit is a repeat of Mercury’s recent stay in Bharani from April 8th to May 8th, which included its retrograde phase, so there has been an intensive focus in 2023 already on […] May 11, 2023May 5, 2023
Transits May 20 – June 4 ~ Jupiter (in Ashwini) ~ A spark of inspiration sets your mind alight Jupiter, planet of philosophy and expansion, enters pada three of Ashwini, the nakshatra associated with speed, impulse and courage, from May 20th to June 4th 2023. The third pada of this nakshatra relates to Gemini navamsha, the chart of marriage and blessings, which gives you an underlying intellectual focus and a gift for communication. Ashwini’s […] May 10, 2023May 5, 2023
Transits May 20 – June 3 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Breathe new life into your relationship Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from May 20th to June 3rd 2023, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s Shakti, or unique gift, ‘the power to acquire wealth’ sits well with Venus’s luxury-loving nature and gives the promise of material and emotional abundance. This nakshatra’s symbol of […] May 10, 2023May 5, 2023
Transits May 16 – June 8 ~ Mars (in Pushya) ~ Somebody warms up to your protective style Mars, planet of drive and action, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within Cancer on May 16th until June 8th. Cancer is the sign of Mars’s debilitation, but Pushya is a highly auspicious and fine-quality nakshatra which gives a positive and supportive nature and a desire to find meaning in life. Pushya’s symbol is the Udder […] May 6, 2023May 4, 2023
Transits May 11 – 25 ~ Sun (in Krittika) ~ A chance to clear the air and make friends The Sun, symbol of self and creativity, is in Krittika spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 25th. Krittika is a warlike and rajasic nakshtara, which up to May 15th remains within the Sun’s place of exaltation in Aries, so your energy flows and you are energetic and passionate for your […] May 3, 2023May 3, 2023
Transits May 8 – 21 ~ Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Take a second chance for a quick decision Mercury, planet of communication and intellect, is in Ashwini in the sign of Aries from May 8th to 21st 2023. This transit takes in Mercury’s retrograde phase up to May 15th, where it returns to the area it moved through from late March to early April this year, and you revisit a recent issue or […] May 1, 2023May 3, 2023
Transits May 8 – 20 ~ Venus (in Ardra) ~ Exploring complex and emotional romantic territory Venus, planet of art and relating, enters the nakshatra of Ardra in the sign of Gemini on May 8th until May 20th 2023. This intense and emotional asterism’s style is in sharp contrast to the familiar bubbly, airy Gemini image, where you encounter an unexpected level of depth and complexity in relationship. On one hand […] May 1, 2023April 29, 2023
Lunar Eclipse in Purva Phalguni Nakshatra (Leo) – Insights and Remedies A lunar eclipse always occurs on a Full Moon, or Poornima, when the Sun and Moon are exactly opposite each other. At this time, the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. Astronomically it is a shadow event. Astrologically it is an emotional and karmic event. Your Lunar […] Written by Align27 February 23, 2026February 24, 2026
Your 12th House Reading We’ve now unlocked the final layer in the House Lords series inside your Birth Chart – the 12th Lord in Nakshatras. The 12th house represents losses, expenses, isolation, foreign lands, sleep, subconscious patterns, and spiritual surrender. It shows where your energy flows outward, where attachments dissolve, and where deeper spiritual lessons quietly unfold. Your Nakshatra […] Written by Align27 February 22, 2026February 22, 2026
Your Predictions – Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius Mercury, planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Aquarius from February 26th to March 21st, the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2026. Your Predictions There are classic experiences associated with this three-week-plus window, where communication and commerce come into focus, and you have the opportunity to reassess your plans. Mercury remaining in Aquarius […] Written by Align27 February 23, 2026February 23, 2026
Your Predictions – 3 Powerful Conjunctions in Aquarius Mars, Venus Conjunction in Aquarius – Feb 23 to Mar 02 Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Aquarius from February 23rd to March 2nd, 2026. Your Mars, Venus Conjunction Predictions This combination is a match between planetary enemies, though it gives you an affinity for relationships, […] Written by Align27 February 22, 2026February 20, 2026
Your Predictions – Saturn in Uttara Bhadrapada Pada 2 Saturn, planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada (part) Two of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada within Pisces from February 21st to March 21st, 2026. Your Predictions This is a repeat of Saturn’s retrograde transit from June to mid-August of 2025, and an experience from that time may resurface now for you […] Written by Align27 February 18, 2026February 17, 2026
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