Transits April 24 – June 26 ~ Rahu in Ashwini Pada 3 & Ketu in Swati Pada 1 Rahu (in Ashwini) ~ Make an instant decision and create a revolution Rahu is in pada (part) three of Ashwini from April 24th until June 26th, the first nakshatra in the first zodiacal sign, which is associated with courage and impetuosity. Ashwini’s Shakti, or special gift, for Quick Action, finds you in impulsive mode, and […] Align27 April 14, 2023April 6, 2023
Transits April 24 – June 26 ~ Ketu (in Swati) ~ A priceless moment opens your mind Ketu, the Moon’s South Node, and planet of spirituality and escape, is in Pada (part) One of Swati from April 24th to June 26th 2023, the nakshatra within zodiacal Libra. Swati’s first pada is ruled by Sagittarius navamsha, the chart of marriage and good fortune, which enhances Ketu’s focus on freedom and higher knowledge. You […] Align27 April 14, 2023April 6, 2023
Transits February 20 – April 24 ~ Ketu (in Swati) ~ Finding your leadership voice Ketu, the Moon’s South Node, and planet of spirituality and escape, is in pada two of Swati from February 20th to Apr 24th 2023, the nakshatra ruled by Vayu, the Wind God. Otherworldly Ketu’s focus on breath is associated with mantra-chanting, and particularly pranayama, the timeless yogic technique which gives you rich consciousness-raising experience. Pada […] Align27 February 10, 2023February 3, 2023
Transits December 19 – February 20, 2023 ~ Ketu (in Swati) ~ Create a shared vision Ketu, the Moon’s South Node and planet of spirituality and escape, is in Swati pada three within the sign of Libra from December 19th to February 20th. This nakshatra is governed by Vayu, the Wind God, which is known for intelligence, knowledge and the voice, and gives you an affinity for higher thought and academic […] Align27 December 9, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits October 18 – December 19 ~ Ketu (in Swati) ~ A vision of beauty Ketu, the Moon’s South Node and planet of spirituality and imagination, is in Swati pada four within the sign of Libra from October 18th to Dec 19th. This nakshatra is governed by Vayu, the Wind God, known for intelligence, knowledge and the voice, and gives you an affinity for philosophy and academia. Pada four of […] Align27 October 8, 2022September 21, 2022
Transits August 16 – October 18 ~ Ketu (in Vishakha) ~ Channel your spiritual energy Ketu, the Moon’s South Node, ruling intuition and sacrifice, is in pada one of Vishakha from August 16th to October 18th 2022, the nakshatra symbolized by a Victory Arch. Success comes through Ketu’s power of intuition and in going beyond the material, though there are definite guidelines to follow to find success. Pada one of […] Align27 August 6, 2022July 25, 2022
Transits June 14 – August 16 ~ Ketu (in Vishakha) ~ Success through spiritual security Ketu, the shadow planet of intuition and sacrifice, is in pada three of Vishakha from June 14th to August 16th 2022, the nakshatra whose symbol is a Victory Arch. Success comes through Ketu’s power of transcendence and seeing beauty in the world, and you attract a sense of abundance that doesn’t depend solely on the […] Align27 June 4, 2022May 23, 2022
Transits April 12 – June 14 ~ Ketu (in Vishakha) ~ Inner experience and mental clarity Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and self-denial, is in Vishakha pada three from April 12th 2022, as it makes its first steps into Libra. Vishakha’s symbol is a Victory Arch, so a personal triumph now comes through Ketu’s power of intuition and sensing an underlying atmosphere. You may succeed by an unusual path and […] Align27 April 2, 2022March 25, 2022
Dec 5 – 22 ~ Venus (in Swati) ~ See love from another side Venus, the planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from December 5th to 22nd, 2026. This transit is a repeat of Venus’s recent extended stay in this nakshatra through most of September and October, and altogether caps an intense focus on the affairs of this area over the […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 4 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from December 4th to 13th. The Shakti, or special gift, of this nakshatra, ‘To Worship’, gives you enhanced faith and spirituality, particularly when you get behind a cause, special person, or philosophy. You have an intense and deep-reaching way […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Dec 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Mix power and protection The Sun is in Jyestha from December 3rd to 16th, 2026, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol of an umbrella or talisman shows protection and security. Jyestha translates as ‘The Elder,’ and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives the Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 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