Transits April 29 – May 6 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Thought and speech cuts through Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from April 29th to May 6th 2021. Krittika’s Shakti, or special power is ‘To Burn’, and while this may show sharp, stinging words, burning is also a way of purification where you get important matters off […] April 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 16 – 23 ~ Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Turn thought into action Mercury, planet of communication and intellect, enters Ashwini in the sign of Aries on April 16th to 23rd 2021. Ashwini stands for courage and energy, and its symbol of the Horse shows speed and power, while its Shakti, or special power, is for Quick Action. A period of uncertainty ends and you rush to get […] April 5, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 23 – 29 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ Show off your brain-child Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Aries from April 23rd to 29th. Bharani’s name means ‘she who bears’, its symbol is a Vulva and its essence is bound up with giving birth, both as in bearing children and hatching plans and creative thinking. Bright, inventive Mercury […] April 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Jun 18 – July 4 ~ Jupiter (in Pushya) ~ Growth and good fortune Jupiter, planet of growth and protection, is in Pada (part) One of Pushya, the auspicious nakshatra of sustenance and spiritual energy, from June 18th to July 4th, 2026. This is natural territory for Jupiter, in its sign of exaltation, with fertile ground for education, expansion, and knowledge, reflecting Brihaspati/Jupiter being Pushya’s own ruling devata. The […] Written by Align27 May 5, 2026May 5, 2026
Jun 17 – 22 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Taking pride in your intelligence Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the Sun in Gemini from June 17th to Jun 22nd 2026. Sun and Mercury are in different nakshatras within Gemini and far enough apart within this sign to keep their integrity and not interfere with each other’s functions. Together, these planets make Budhaditya Yoga, a combination for […] Written by Align27 May 5, 2026May 5, 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
