Transits 3 Conjunctions This Month January 4 – 14 Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Taking pride in your ideas Mercury, the planet of the mind, comes together in Sagittarius with the Sun, the star of self-expression, from January 4th to 14th 2025. Sun and Mercury create Budhaditya Yoga, a combination of study, public speaking and business acumen, which you […] December 13, 2024December 27, 2024
Transits January 30 – February 7 Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Learn through an easy victory Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from January 30th to February 7th 2024, the nakshatra across the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s auspicious energy emphasises diplomacy and moderation, and any issues which arise have the potential to be talked-around. This asterism’s Shakti, for ‘Uncontested Victory’, favours careful negotiation, which […] January 20, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January 20 – 30 Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Go into battle for your beliefs Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from January 20th to 30th 2024. This is a repeat of Mercury’s recent transit through this nakshatra in mid-December 2023, when it went retrograde, and you may commit to a question now which arose at that time. You […] January 10, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits January 7 – 20 Mercury (in Mula) ~ Take a deep dive into your subject Mercury, planet of intellect and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Mula within the sign of Sagittarius from January 7th to 20th 2024. Mercury has gone back and forwards through this nakshatra over the last six weeks, most recently from December 16th to 28th 2023, and now in direct motion, a decision or purchase comes […] January 4, 2024January 4, 2024
Transits December 16 – 28 Mercury (in Mula) ~ Dive into your subject a second time Mercury, planet of intellect and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Mula within the sign of Sagittarius from December 16th to 28th 2023. In retrograde motion, Mercury tracks back through the place it was recently, from Nov 27th to December 9th, and a decision or purchase comes around again for consideration. Don’t be too concerned […] December 6, 2023November 25, 2023
Transits December 9 – 16 Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Broadcast a brighter message Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from December 9th until 16th 2023, which includes its retrograde period starting from December 13th. Allow yourself wriggle-room in negotiations at this time and look around when window-shopping for the best prices. Purva Ashada translates to The Unconquered and is associated […] November 30, 2023November 21, 2023
Transits November 27 – December 9 Mercury (in Mula) ~ Get into the heart of your subject Mercury, planet of intellect and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Mula within the sign of Sagittarius from Nov 27th to December 9th 2023, the nakshatra associated with the bare essentials and getting underneath the surface. Mula’s symbol of a Root is reflected by its placement at the Galactic Centre, which makes you dive into […] November 17, 2023October 26, 2023
Transits February 04 – 14 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Rethink your victory strategy Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from February 4th to 14th 2023 the nakshatra across the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. This transit sees Mercury return to Uttara after its recent retrograde period, and cover again the territory it was in from late December 2022 to early January 2023. Ideas, […] January 25, 2023January 6, 2023
Transits January 1 – 14 ~ Mercury Combust (in Sagittarius) ~ Get the details right Mercury, planet of the mind, is together with the all-powerful Sun in Sagittarius from January 1st to 14th, which makes the combination, Budhaditya Yoga, focusing on your pursuit of knowledge, native intelligence and promise of educational honours. The Sun’s central life-giving force gives you strength and leadership ability, where Mercury’s pure intellect represents speaking ability […] December 29, 2022December 29, 2022
Transits January 04 – February 04 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Watering your ideas Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada, the nakshatra within the sign of Sagittarius from January 4th to Feb 4th 2023. This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde phase up to January 18th, where you are reviewing ideas and plans, especially in the New Year period. This is a good time to reflect […] December 25, 2022December 21, 2022
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May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Think your experience through Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Three of Magha in the sign of Leo from May 31st to August 1st 2026. Ketu has a bold and flamboyant tone in this nakshatra, where you dramatize your mystical quest and prefer a more public, performative style. Pada Three also relates to […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Rahu (in Shatabhisha) ~ Politics and high principles Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhisha Pada (part) One from May 31st to August 1st, 2026. Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius, and has a special affinity with Shatabisha’s naturally progressive and experimental nature. Pada One of these nakshatra relates to Sagittarius navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Jun 11 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your romantic commitment Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from May 31st to June 11th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s Shakti, or unique gift, ‘The Power to Acquire Wealth,’ sits well with Venus’s luxury-loving nature and gives the promise of material and emotional abundance. This nakshatra’s symbol of a […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 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