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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] April 2, 2022March 25, 2022
Amalaki Ekadashi Rituals for Prosperity Amalaki Ekadashi – A Day of Blessings and Prosperity Amalaki Ekadashi is a special day that falls on the 11th day of the waxing moon (Ekadashi) in February or March. This year, it is observed on March 9/10, depending on your location. To check your local timing, download the align27 app. On this day, people honor […] Written by Align27 March 6, 2025March 6, 2025
The Most Auspicious Lunar Mansion (Nakshatra) In Vedic astrology, the zodiac is divided into 27 Nakshatras, or lunar mansions, each with its own unique energy, deity, ruling planet, etc. These Nakshatras act as the subtle influencers of our lives, shaping our destiny based on where the Moon is placed at the time of birth. They provide deep insights into personality, strengths, […] Written by Align27 March 5, 2025March 5, 2025
April 25 – May 16 ~ Venus (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Find faith and romantic freedom Venus, the planet of love and art, is in Uttara Bhadrapada, in the sign of Pisces, from April 25th to May 16th, the nakshatra whose name literally means ‘beautiful left foot’. This is the third time Venus has been through this nakshatra since February-March 2025, and this final pass in direct motion allows you to […] Written by Align27 March 5, 2025March 5, 2025
April 13 – 27 ~ Sun (in Ashwini) ~ Do it now The Sun, the planet of soul and self-expression, enters Aries-Ashwini on April 13th until 27th, the nakshatra of speed and courage in the sign of the Sun’s greatest strength. Ashwini’s Shakti, or special power, for Quick Action, sees you sizing up a situation and making an instant choice, which at another time may be difficult […] Written by Align27 March 5, 2025March 5, 2025
April 13 – May 14 ~ Sun Exaltation (in Aries) ~ Kickstart your year The Sun, the planet of Self and centre of the cosmos, is in its exaltation sign of Aries from April 13th to May 14th, 2025. This dynamic transit brings a sense of forward progress where you get on with your plans in a spontaneous style, without overthinking. ‘Mesha Sankranti’ on April 13th is a kind […] Written by Align27 March 5, 2025March 5, 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