Transits July 22 – 27 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Prepare for an unexpected question Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from July 22nd to 27th 2023. This double-junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, and has a quality of instability and karmic intervention. It’s hard […] Align27 July 12, 2023June 27, 2023
Transits July 17 – 24 ~ Sun Enters Cancer to Meet Mercury – Insights and Remedies Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the Sun in Cancer from July 17th to 24th 2023. Tap into powers of insight and inner growth. Sun in Cancer – Insights and Remedies Dakshinayana commences as the Sun moves into the sign of Cancer. Dakshinayana refers to the movement of the sun to the […] Align27 July 7, 2023July 12, 2023
Transits July 16 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Your ideas express more than words Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 16th to 24th 2023, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with protectiveness and emotional insight. This transit brings out your private side, along with a rather defensive streak which reflects this asterism’s rulers, The Naghas, the mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. Serpents are a […] Align27 July 6, 2023June 27, 2023
Transits July 9 – 16 ~ Mercury (in Pushya) ~ Sympathetic thinking inspires good fortune Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Pushya within the sign of Cancer from July 9th until 16th 2023. Pushya is a highly auspicious nakshatra for most major purposes, which gives you a generous mentality and the promise of peace, prosperity and the finest things. This asterism’s symbol of an Udder shows a nurturing, […] Align27 June 29, 2023June 30, 2023
Transits July 30 – August 2 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From intuition to affirmation Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from July 30th to August 2nd. This double-junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, and has a quality of instability and karmic intervention. It’s hard […] Align27 July 20, 2022June 29, 2022
Transits July 24 – 31 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Combine intellect and instinct Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 24th to 31st 2022, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. This transit brings out your private and protective streak, which reflects this asterism’s rulers, The Naghas, the shape-shifting mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. Serpents are a symbol of wisdom […] Align27 July 14, 2022June 29, 2022
Transits July 18 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Pushya) ~ Mental stimulation and spiritual energy Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Pushya within the sign of Cancer from July 18th until 24th 2022. Pushya is a highly auspicious nakshatra for most life purposes, giving you a generous mentality and the promise of peace, prosperity and the finest things in life. Your attention turns to security and providing for […] Align27 July 8, 2022June 20, 2022
Transits August 2 – 9 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Uncover secret information Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 2nd to 9th 2021, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the deadly shape-shifting mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. This transit brings out your private and protective streak, where you have empathic instincts but […] Align27 July 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 26 – August 2 ~ Mercury (in Pushya) ~ Inspired thinking makes spiritual energy Mercury, planet of thought, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within the sign of Cancer on July 26th until August 2nd 2021. Pushya is highly auspicious for most life purposes, which gives you a generous mentality and the promise of peace, prosperity and the finest things in life. Your attention shifts to providing security, looking after […] Align27 June 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 10 – 17 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Success through intellect and intuition. Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 10th to 17th 2020, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. Ashlesha gives you good emotional understanding but also knowledge of how the real-world works – serpents are symbols of wisdom and shrewdness, and you may encounter manoeuvring and manipulation from people […] Align27 August 9, 2020November 6, 2021
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Dec 22 – 30 ~ Mercury (in Mula) ~ A deep dive into your subject Mercury, the planet of intellect and commerce, is in Mula within the sign of Sagittarius from December 22nd to 30th, 2026. This nakshatra’s symbol of a Root makes you dive into the heart of a subject for its own sake. You are a purist who enjoys researching a specialized topic and studying to create a […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 19, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 ~ Mars (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Second time around Mars, the planet of energy and drive, enters the nakshatra of Purva Phalguni, in the sign of Leo, from December 19th to January 31st, 2026, 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 […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 19 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From complexity to simplicity Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from Dec 19th to Dec 24th, 2026. The transition from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area, which translates to ‘knot-end’ and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. The ‘knot’ […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 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