Transits July 7 – 27 ~ Mars (in Krittika) ~ Having energy to burn Mars, a planet of energy and assertiveness, is in Krittika, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, between July 7th and 27th 2024. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or Razor is reflected in its ruling deity, Agni, which is the personification of sacred fire. Krittika’s basic nature is warlike and rajasic, where […] May 24, 2024May 24, 2024
Transits 5 Powerful Taurus Conjunctions in May Welcome to an interesting astrological period in Taurus, where five significant planetary conjunctions converge to create a unique cosmic landscape from May 15th to June 14th, 2024. During this time, the Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter each play their parts in various alignments, blending their energies in ways that influence our confidence, relationships, communication, and […] May 17, 2024May 20, 2024
Transits May 16 – 27 Venus (in Krittika) ~ Burning romantic affection Venus, the planet of love and relationship, is in Krittika, the nakshatra that crosses the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, from May 16th to 27th 2024. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or Razor gives your affections fire and passion, and its ruling deity, Agni, the embodiment of sacred fire, gives you a headstrong romantic […] April 22, 2024April 22, 2024
Transits May 1 – 15 Jupiter (in Krittika) ~ Trust but verify Jupiter, the planet of protection and expansion, is in Pada (part) Two of Krittika, in the sign of Taurus, from May 1st to 15th 2024. Krittika is represented by a Flame or Razor and its ruling deity Agni embodies sacred fire. Pada two of this asterism relates to Capricorn navamsa, the subtle chart of marriage […] April 9, 2024April 9, 2024
Transits April 16 – May 1 Jupiter (in Krittika) ~ A burning desire for knowledge Jupiter, the planet of protection and expansion, is in pada (part) one of Krittika, in the sign of Aries, from April 16th to May 1st, 2024. Krittika is represented by a Flame or Razor and its ruling deity Agni is the personification of sacred fire. Pada four of this asterism relates to Sagittarius navamsa, the […] April 1, 2024April 1, 2024
Transits June 18 – July 14 ~ Mercury combust (in Taurus) ~ Practical thinking makes you a star Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in close proximity to the Sun in Taurus from June 18th to July 14th 2023. This is Mercury ‘combustion’ or burnt-up phase, where the Sun’s rays have an overpowering effect on your decision-making and overall train of thought. It can be hard to concentrate on a particular issue, […] June 10, 2023July 21, 2023
Transits June 5 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ You can cut directly to the heart of an idea Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from June fifth until thirteenth 2023. This transit comes at the end of Mercury’s extended period in Aries going back to early April, including its last retrograde phase, which has featured your most direct and impulsive […] May 27, 2023May 26, 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 April 3 – 14 ~ Venus (in Krittika) ~ Burning romantic affection Venus, planet of love and relationship, is in Krittika, the nakshatra that crosses the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, from April 3rd to 14th 2023. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or Razor gives your affections a fiery and passionate texture, and its ruling deity, Agni, the personification of sacred fire, gives you a headstrong […] March 24, 2023March 17, 2023
Transits August 5 – 27 ~ Mars (in Krittika) ~ Energy to burn Mars, planet of action and assertion, is in Krittika between Aug 5th to Aug 27th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus. Krittika is represented by a Flame or Razor and its ruling deity is Agni, the personification of sacred fire. This is a warlike, rajasic nakshatra, where Mars has a natural […] July 26, 2022July 7, 2022
5-Days of Diwali, What To Do & When 🪔 Diwali, the festival of lights, which celebrates the ultimate triumph of light over dark, good over evil, is a five-day-long festival. Below we share special Diwali rituals, when to do them according to where you live, how to honor and celebrate the main and most important day with Lakshmi Puja and also why we do […] Written by Align27 October 28, 2024October 28, 2024
Are You Pitta, Kapha, or Vata based on your birth chart? The Ayurvedic Constitution, often referred to as “Prakriti” in Sanskrit refers to an individual’s unique physical, mental, and emotional makeup. Did you know that your birth chart can reveal the precise percentage of each Prakriti within you? Are you predominantly Pitta, Kapha, or Vata? My Vata, Pitta & Kapha Breakdown According to Ayurveda, each person […] Written by Align27 October 23, 2024October 23, 2024
December 24 – January 4, 2025 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshtha from December 24th, 2024 to January 4th, 2025, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. This transit follows from Mercury’s recent retrograde phase in Jyeshta through November and early December and may see issues from that time finally being resolved. Extra information comes to light and […] Written by Align27 November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
December 22 – January 3, 2025 ~ Venus (in Dhanishta) ~ A strong heartbeat Venus, the planet of love and values, is in Dhanishtha from December 22nd, 2024 to January 3rd, 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to goodwill and abundance, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Wealth and Fame’ contains the promise of entry into influential circles. You may […] Written by Align27 November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Sun in Scorpio – Predictions and 4 Powerful Mantras From November 16th to December 15th, 2024, the Sun moves into Scorpio (Vrischika Rashi), beginning a powerful shift. After a challenging period in Libra, the Sun regains strength in Scorpio, a sign ruled by his friend Mars. This transit also lines up with Saturn finishing a long, 139-day retrograde period, making this Sankranti (transition from […] Written by Align27 November 14, 2024November 15, 2024
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