Transits March 1 – 8 Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Speaking both sides of the truth Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 1st to 8th 2024, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication take on a greater intensity through Purva Bhadrapada’s association with burning and a kind of purification. This nakshatra’s Shakti, or unique gift, for Inner Fire, sees […] March 2, 2024March 5, 2024
Transits February 23 – March 1 Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing power of thoughts Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabhishak from February 23rd to March 1st 2024, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius that translates to ‘a hundred medicines’ (or doctors). Shatabhishak’s Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing, and your mind turns now to wellness, in whatever form it takes for you, […] February 13, 2024January 31, 2024
Transits March 10 – 17 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Speaking a complex truth Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 10th to 17th, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication take on a greater intensity through Purva Bhadrapada’s association with burning and a kind of purification experience. This nakshatra’s Shakti, or unique gift, for Inner Fire, sees […] February 28, 2023February 23, 2023
Transits March 3 – 10 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing power of speech Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabhishak from March 3rd to 10th, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius that translates to ‘a hundred medicines’ (or doctors). Shatabhishak’s Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing, and your mind turns now to wellness, in whatever form it takes for you, where Mercury […] February 22, 2023February 16, 2023
Transits February 28 – March 16 ~ Mercury Combust (in Aquarius) ~ Take pride in a novel idea Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in close proximity to the Sun from in Aquarius between February 28th to March 16th 2023. This makes Mercury ‘combust’ or burnt up in the Sun’s rays, which symbolically has an effect on your decision-making and all-round state of mind. You may be overwhelmed by too much information, […] February 18, 2023February 3, 2023
Transits March 18 – 26 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Speaking a complex truth Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 18th, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication takes on a greater intensity, as Purva Bhadrapada has an association with burning and a kind of purification experience. This nakshatra’s Shakti, or unique gift, is for Inner Fire, […] March 8, 2022February 22, 2022
Transits March 10 – 18 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Use the healing power of words Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Shatabhishak from March 10th until 18th, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius. Shatabhishak translates to ‘a hundred medicines’ (or doctors) and its Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing. Your mind now turns to wellness or good health, in whatever form the issue takes […] February 28, 2022February 28, 2022
Transits March 16 – 26 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Use the healing power of words Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Shatabhishak from March 16th until 26th, the nakshatra contained entirely within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius. Shatabhishak translates to ‘a hundred medicines (or doctors)’ and its Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing. Your mind now turns to all these issues, in whatever form wellness or […] March 9, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 25 – April 4 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Light a fire with your communication Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 25th to April 4th, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication take on a different quality now, and Purva Bhadrapada has an association with burning or a kind of purge. Its Shakti, or unique gift, is […] March 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 5 – 22 ~ Mercury (Retrograde) ~ Get serious about your studies Mercury goes retrograde in the sign and nakshatra of Aquarius-Dhanishtha from January 30th, reversing back into Capricorn by February 5th, before turning direct on February 22nd. This transit is part of a large current focus on Capricorn, where by the New Moon on February 10th there will be six planets in all, including the long-term influence of Jupiter […] January 25, 2021November 6, 2021
Your Mars’s Nakshatra – Karmic Lessons + Hidden Strengths In Vedic astrology, Mars isn’t just about energy or ambition – it reveals where your inner fire can burn too hot, creating conflict, debts, anger issues, and relationship struggles. Your Mars’s Nakshatra Reading The Nakshatra (lunar mansion) Mars sits in when you’re born shapes: ✅ Where you face karmic tension or inner battles✅ How you handle […] Written by Align27 May 18, 2025May 16, 2025
The Hidden Connection Between Saturn, Rahu, and Pranayama In Vedic astrology, Saturn (Shani) and Rahu are known as Vayu planets, linked to the air element. According to the Hindu almanac (Panchang), Nakshatras themselves are connected to this air element and governed by Saturn. The energetic center aligned with this element is the Anahata chakra – the heart chakra which governs not only love and […] Written by Align27 May 16, 2025May 17, 2025
Rahu and Ketu Transit Predictions Rahu in Purva Bhadrapada Pada 3 ~ Making a rational transformation Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in Purva Bhadrapada Pada (part) Three May 18th to July 20th, 2025, the nakshatra associated with burning and purging. Your Predictions Rahu also shifts into zodiacal Aquarius at this point, where it sits well in […] Written by Align27 May 13, 2025May 13, 2025
June 30 – July 23 ~ Mars (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A laid-back style hides your fire Mars, a planet of energy and drive, enters the nakshatra of Purva Phalguni, in the sign of Leo, from June 30th to July 23rd, bringing you a relaxed and spontaneous approach to your goals. Though you have a fiery ego tied up in achieving success, Purva makes you comfortable in your skin and content to […] Written by Align27 May 12, 2025May 12, 2025
June 28 – July 13 ~ Jupiter (in Ardra) ~ Keep your teaching under control Jupiter, the planet of travel and education, is in pada (part) two of Ardra between June 28th and July 13th, 2025, the nakshatra symbolized by a Teardrop. This is an intense and transformative part of the sign of Gemini, where your knowledge is hard-won and you venture into areas where other people may not feel […] Written by Align27 May 12, 2025May 12, 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