Transits January 11 – 21 ~ Mars (in Gandanta) ~ Your courage destroys obstacles Mars, planet of energy and dynamism moves into the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from 11th to 21st January. There is a sharp contrast between the signs of Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshtha and Mula, and any planet moving through this border region feels a sense of adjustment with a […] January 1, 2022December 31, 2021
Transits January 11 – 24 ~ Sun (in Uttara Ashada) ~ The right ambition arrives unopposed The Sun, planet of light and self-expression, is in Uttarashadha between January 11th and 24th, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is polished, educated and diplomatic, and its Shakti, or unique gift, for ‘Unchallenged Victory’, sees you putting work in at the start of an enterprise which promises ultimate […] January 1, 2022December 28, 2021
Transits January 5 – February 22 ~ Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ A second chance for easy victory Venus, planet of love and values, is retrograde in Purva Ashada from January 5th 2022 altogether until February 22nd, an extended period which puts extra focus on the nakshatra which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. The energy of this transit gives you a feeling of and desire for invincibility, despite frequent challenges and battles, and you […] December 28, 2021December 28, 2021
Transits January 5, 2022 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Shravana) ~ New intelligence from an old source Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from January 5th to 22nd, which includes Mercury’s retrograde arc starting January 14th. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates to an oral tradition and spoken, spiritual knowledge. Choose your words carefully for […] December 28, 2021December 28, 2021
Transits January 2 – 18 ~Jupiter (in Shatabhishak) ~ Faith healing and philosophy Jupiter, planet of faith and expansion, moves into Shatabhishak pada one from January 2nd 2022 to January 18th 2022, the nakshatra inside Aquarius which associates with healing, mysticism and independent spirit. Guru was in this pada earlier in 2021, from late May until late July, when it went retrograde, so important lessons may reappear from that time for you […] December 23, 2021December 9, 2021
Transits December 29, 2021 – January 11, 2022 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashada) ~ Repurpose your plans for a celebration Sun is in Purva Ashada from December 29th 2021 to January 11th 2022, the nakshatra which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva’s energy gives a feeling of and desire for invincibility despite frequent challenges and battles, and its Shakti or unique power, is for Invigoration and Renewal. The Sun itself represents a heroic quest, where you […] December 19, 2021December 9, 2021
Transits December 28, 2021 – January 16, 2022 ~ Mars (in Jyeshtha) ~ Elder’s wisdom secures victory Mars, planet of drive and energy, is in Jyeshtha from December 28th to January 16th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. This is a natural domain for Mars, where it operates with great intensity but also an underlying emotional and sympathetic force. You can stand up for yourself and others in an […] December 18, 2021December 28, 2021
Transits December 27, 2021 – January 5, 2022 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Unchallenged victory from thinking smart Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from December 27th 2021 to January 5th 2022, the nakshatra that spans the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. This auspicious asterism emphasises diplomacy and moderation, and its Shakti for ‘Uncontested Victory’ favours using careful negotiation in all situations. Uttara’s fixed quality brings hard-earned rewards and a […] December 17, 2021December 28, 2021
Transits December 21, 2021 – January 20, 2022 ~ Saturn (in Shravana) ~ Reap the rewards of past work Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in the third pada of Shravana in the zodiacal sign of Capricorn from December 21st 2021 until January 20th 2022. This transit was previously in effect from late March to late July this year, so you will find a resonance from last Spring and Summer, and weigh […] December 11, 2021December 28, 2021
Transits December 19, 2021 – January 29, 2022 ~ Venus (Retrograde) ~ A full circle in love Venus, planet of love, values and the arts, goes retrograde in Capricorn-Uttara Ashada on December 19th 2021, all the way until January 29th 2022. This six week or forty-day-and-forty-night cycle repeats from the same point every eight years, as the Venus-Earth relationship describes a five pointed star or ‘rose’ in the sky. This present cycle […] December 9, 2021December 9, 2021
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May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Think your experience through Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Three of Magha in the sign of Leo from May 31st to August 1st 2026. Ketu has a bold and flamboyant tone in this nakshatra, where you dramatize your mystical quest and prefer a more public, performative style. Pada Three also relates to […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Rahu (in Shatabhisha) ~ Politics and high principles Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhisha Pada (part) One from May 31st to August 1st, 2026. Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius, and has a special affinity with Shatabisha’s naturally progressive and experimental nature. Pada One of these nakshatra relates to Sagittarius navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Jun 11 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your romantic commitment Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from May 31st to June 11th, 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 a […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 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