Transits March 4 – May 6 Ketu (in Hasta) ~ Make sympathetic magic Ketu, planet of spirituality and sacrifice, is in Hasta Pada Four from March 4th to May 6th 2024. Moving backwards into a new nakshatra, Ketu brings a different flavour and mixes its escapist, mystical style with Hasta’s practical and earthy intelligence. This nakshatra’s symbol of a Hand is associated with craft and skill, along with […] March 6, 2024March 7, 2024
Articles Ketu Speaks: Life Lessons with Ketu in Your Birth Chart Imagine if the mysterious Ketu, the shadowy celestial force representing spirituality and liberation, decided to have an illuminating conversation with us. In this article, we embark on an imaginary chit-chat with Ketu, as he unveils the profound lessons and insights he imparts through his presence in the twelve houses of our birth chart. Greetings, seekers […] February 10, 2024February 10, 2024
Transits January 1 – March 4 Ketu (in Chitra) ~ Heart and soul goes into your work Ketu, the shadow planet of imagination and spirituality, is in Pada One of Chitra from January 1st to March 4th 2024. This pada is also in Leo navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage, so there is an underlying fire and sense of drama to your quest for escape, especially around your partnerships. Tap into your generous […] January 3, 2024January 10, 2024
Transits November 3 – 29 Venus, Ketu Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Enjoy a super-fine romantic moment Venus, planet of relationship, comes together with shadowy Ketu in Virgo from November 3rd to 29th 2023. This conjunction gives you an open and self-effacing approach in love, and a desire to put somebody else above you. You may project wonderful qualities on to a friend or partner, and find an unspoken rapport that is […] October 24, 2023October 20, 2023
Transits October 30, 2023 – January 1, 2024 Ketu (in Chitra) ~ Believe in your romantic dream Ketu, the Moon’s South Node is in Pada (part) Two of Chitra from October 30th 2023 to January 1st 2024. This pada is also in Virgo navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage and spiritual blessings, which gives otherworldly Ketu vargottama status and an extra underlying strength. Your analytical skills work well as a counterbalance to Ketu’s […] October 20, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits August 28 – October 30 Ketu in Chitra pada 3 ~ Believe in your romantic dream Ketu, the Moon’s South Node is in Pada (part) Three of Chitra from August 28th to October 30th 2023. This pada is also in Libra navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage and spiritual blessings, which gives otherworldly Ketu a natural underlying strength. Your creativity, romantic feeling and day-to-day dealings work well in a long-term relationship and […] August 18, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits June 26 – August 28 ~ Ketu (in Chitra) ~ Uncover a genius idea Ketu, the Moon’s South Node is in Pada (part) Four of Chitra from June 26th to August 28th 2023. This pada is in Scorpio navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage and spiritual blessings, which gives an underlying intensity to Ketu’s sign placement in Libra. Your creativity, romantic feeling and day-to-day relations combine a Venusian charm with […] June 16, 2023June 23, 2023
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
Aug 3 – 5 ~ Mars, Mercury Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Speaking truth to power Mercury, the planet of thought, comes together with assertive Mars in Gemini from August 3rd to 5th, 2026. This short transit of planetary enemies may ignite an argument or underlying tension in a relationship, as you air your views in public. An unspoken issue that has built up over time needs to be expressed, but […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Aug 1 – Sep 2 ~ Venus Debilitation (in Virgo) ~ Ask the right questions Venus, the planet of love and luxury, is in Virgo from August 1st to September 2nd, 2026. Virgo is the sign of Venus’s debilitation, where it is challenged to express itself easily in relationships, creativity, and all its natural affairs. This transit finds you highly analytical about your partner, where you can feel ill at […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Aug 1 – Oct 3 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Transcendent and romantic Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Two of Magha in the sign of Leo from August 1st to October 3rd, 2026. Your mystical quest has a more public, performative quality in this nakshatra, which calls for a balance with Ketu’s naturally quiet and otherworldly style. Pada Two also relates […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 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