Transits December 29 – January 18, 2023 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Capricorn/Sagittarius) ~ A second chance brings victory Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, turns retrograde in Capricorn-Uttara Ashada on December 29th, and then reverses into Sagittarius by New Year’s Eve 2022. Of three Mercury retrograde spells in a year this one is of medium duration, with the planet moving relatively quickly and avoiding the biggest retro delays and confusion. Still, it is […] December 19, 2022December 1, 2022
Transits December 12 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ An inspiring new idea Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada from December 12th until 22nd 2022, the nakshatra in the sign of Sagittarius which translates to The Unconquered. Purva Ashada is associated with invincibility and its Shakti, or unique power, for ‘Invigoration’, shows you with a new approach into your mental life, speech and writing. Make a lasting […] December 2, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits Do’s & Don’ts For December What to do and what not to do – here’s your list for December. Tap below to see personalized do’s and don’ts based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). December 2 – 8Venus in Gandanta ~ Undoing a romantic knot Keep things simple romantically, Negotiate […] December 1, 2022December 1, 2022
Transits December Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does December have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in December and read personalized insights for each one based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Venus in Gandanta – 2 December to 8 December Undoing a romantic knot. Venus, planet of […] November 30, 2022December 2, 2022
Transits December 18 – 27 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ New inspiration from an old idea Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from December 18th until 27th 2021. Purva Ashada translates to The Unconquered, and is associated with invincibility, while its Shakti or unique power, is for ‘Invigoration’, so this transit brings a new approach into your ideas, speech and […] December 8, 2021December 3, 2021
Transits December 25 – January 2 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Make your own manifesto Mercury, planet of communication, is in Sagittarius-Purva Ashada from December 25th to January 2nd, the nakshatra which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva Ashada is associated with invincibility and its Shakti or unique power, is for Invigoration, so you bring a new approach into your mental life, speech and writing. Mercury here sees you making a […] December 24, 2020November 6, 2021
Holi – The Colorful Victory of Light over Darkness Spring’s arrival will be welcomed on 2nd-3rd March with the much-loved festival of colors, Holi. Holi festival lasts for a night and a day, starting on the evening of the Purnima (Full Moon) which falls in the Vedic month of Phalguna. The first evening is known as ‘Holika Dahan’ or ‘Chhoti Holi’ and the following […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 4, 2026
Ashtalakshmi: Activate Life’s Eight Wealths The festival of Lakshmi Panchami is coming up on March 22/23, and as we honor the Goddess of Wealth we are offered the ideal opportunity to reflect on and feel grateful for the many different forms of wealth we have in our lives. Material wealth is needed for us to live in today’s world and […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 2, 2026
May 1 – 26 ~ Mercury Combust (in Aries) ~ A genius idea is tested Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is combust by the all-powerful Sun, first in Aries and then in Taurus from May 1st to 26th 2026. As it moves towards the Sun’s burning light, Mercury becomes invisible in the sky and increasingly underpowered in the horoscope. When these two planets are at their closest, combustion is […] Written by Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Your Predictions – Venus in Gandanta + Ashwini Venus in Gandanta – Mar 23 to Mar 28 Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between March 23rd and 28th, 2026. Venus in Gandanta Predictions This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs, as well as nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and […] Written by Align27 March 22, 2026March 24, 2026
Apr 30 – May 15 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Aries) ~ Be a thought leader Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the all-powerful Sun in Aries from April 30th to May 15th 2026. This transit gives you pride in your ideas and communication, and you want full credit for your input into any job or project. Sun and Mercury are planetary enemies, but together create Budhaditya Yoga, an […] Written by Align27 March 20, 2026March 20, 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