Transits June 25 – July 8 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Access higher powers of memory and intelligence Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the Sun in Gemini from June 25th until July 8th 2023. Mercury in strength in Gemini, gives you a curious and questioning mentality that values knowledge for its own sake. You are a natural scholar and teacher, a quick study, with a flair for numbers and […] June 15, 2023July 24, 2023
Transits June 21 – 27 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Your knowledge quest finds fulfilment Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 21st to June 27th 2023, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s mythical symbol is the Deer, being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, which represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for […] June 11, 2023May 29, 2023
Transits June 18 – July 14 ~ Mercury combust (in Taurus) ~ Practical thinking makes you a star Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in close proximity to the Sun in Taurus from June 18th to July 14th 2023. This is Mercury ‘combustion’ or burnt-up phase, where the Sun’s rays have an overpowering effect on your decision-making and overall train of thought. It can be hard to concentrate on a particular issue, […] June 10, 2023July 21, 2023
Transits June 17 – July 3 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Find the right words for complex emotions Mercury, planet of thought and speech, enters Ardra nakshatra, in the sign of Gemini on June 27th until July 3rd 2023. Ardra’s symbol, a Teardrop, immerses you in empathy, anger and deep talk, where sharing ideas or just simple conversation has a strong sentimental undertow. This nakshatra’s ruler, Rudra the Storm God, symbolizes a downpour, […] June 7, 2023May 29, 2023
Transits June 8 – 15 ~ Sun, Mercury Conjunction (in Taurus) ~ A brilliant pairing for study and business Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the life-giving Sun in Taurus from June 8th to 15th 2023. This transit comes after Mercury’s two-month-plus stay in fiery, impulsive Aries, and sees a shift in your thinking towards practical affairs and material security. It’s not enough to be first or quickest anymore, you need a […] May 29, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits June 28 – July 5 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Follow your knowledge quest Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 28th to July 5th 2022, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. The Taurus portion of Mrigashira, up to July 2nd, sees your mind fixed and focused, with a stubborn and possibly argumentative mentality that likes to stick to the facts. […] June 18, 2022May 31, 2022
Transits June 18 – 28 ~ Mercury (in Rohini) ~ Creative and artistic thought Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in Rohini within the zodiacal sign of Taurus from June 18th until 28th. This is a repeat of Mercury’s transit in mid-May, where it dipped into Rohini before going retrograde on May 10th,, so you may encounter a similar situation from that time, or find an answer you were […] June 8, 2022May 27, 2022
Transits May 14 – Jun 18 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Sharp thought and speech Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, retrogrades into the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 14th, all the way to June 18th 2022. This is an extended period for Mercury in this asterism, bringing greater focus on all its affairs and giving you the opportunity to concentrate your thinking. […] May 4, 2022April 27, 2022
Transits May 10 – Jun 3 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Taurus) ~ Leave room for second thoughts Mercury, planet of intelligence, goes retrograde in Rohini from May 10th to June 3rd 2022, and remains in the sign of Taurus all the way. You are rethinking an old question or else new light shines on a problem that did not make sense before. This is a maximum-length 24-day retrograde phase where Mercury moves even more slowly than usual, […] April 30, 2022August 2, 2022
Transits May 6 – 14 ~ Mercury (in Rohini) ~ Creative and artistic thought Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in Rohini within the zodiacal sign of Taurus between May 6th and 14th 2022, which includes its initial retrograde period from May 10th. Rohini is famed for its earthy beauty and charm, along with a flirtatious nature and links to agriculture and fertility. Plans grow and flourish here […] April 27, 2022April 13, 2022
Remedies to Strengthen Jupiter for More Luck, Prosperity, and Success Jupiter in your birth chart plays a huge role in bringing luck, prosperity, optimism, and success. When Jupiter is strong, life flows more smoothly, opportunities come easily, and abundance follows. We’ve put together remedies based on where Jupiter is placed in your chart — its house, sign, and nakshatra. Doing these remedies will improve Jupiter’s […] Written by Align27 October 18, 2024October 18, 2024
Your Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion) Reading Did you know that your Moon’s Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion) holds the key to understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and hidden potential? In Vedic astrology, your Lunar mansion (nakshatra) goes beyond just personality traits—it reveals a detailed blueprint of who you are and how you experience life. With the Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion) Reading (free to subscribers on the align27 […] Written by Align27 October 16, 2024October 16, 2024
December 8 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from December 8th to 24th 2024. This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde phase up to December 16th and gives you a deeper immersion in the business of this nakshatra. Mercury in Anuradha has an intense and deep-reaching way of […] Written by Align27 November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
December 6 – February 24, 2025 ~ Mars retrograde (in Cancer) ~ A fighting mood Mars, a planet of action and energy, is retrograde in first Cancer and then Gemini from December 6th until February 24th, 2025. Spending an extended time in its sign of debilitation makes your progress slow, and Mars is the planet least comfortable of all in retrograde motion. You may spend more effort to move only […] Written by Align27 November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
December 2 – 15 ~ Sun (in Jyeshtha) ~ Mix power and protection The Sun is in Jyestha from December 2nd to 15th 2024, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol of an Umbrella or Talisman shows protection and security. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a leading […] Written by Align27 November 4, 2024November 4, 2024
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