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 28, 2023 – January 7, 2024 Mercury (in Jyeshtha) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from December 28th to January 7th 2024, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Starting off retrograde, then turning direct by January 2nd, Mercury retraces its path from mid-to-late November 2023 and brings an issue back to the table that was left unresolved. You may change your […] December 26, 2023December 26, 2023
Transits December 25, 2023 – January 11, 2024 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Through the gap and back again Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from December 25th until January 11th 2024. This is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area which translates to ‘knot-end’, and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. Mercury being retrograde makes this transit more complex […] December 15, 2023December 14, 2023
Transits December 17 – 28 Mercury Combust (in Sagittarius) ~ Don’t over-think a decision Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together in Sagittarius with the all-powerful Sun from December 17th to 28th 2023. Mercury is retrograde through this transit, which sees it moving towards the Sun before the two planets make their closest contact between December 22nd and 24th. On these dates especially, Mercury is burnt up in the […] December 14, 2023December 14, 2023
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 13, 2023 – January 2, 2024 Mercury Retrograde ~ A voice out of the past Mercury, planet of thought, is retrograde in Sagittarius and Scorpio from December 13th 2023 to January 2nd 2024. This transit gives you the classic Mercury retro dynamic to take advantage of a past opportunity, where second thoughts prove best. You can jump aboard if you missed the boat in a situation before, and may even […] December 3, 2023November 23, 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 November 24 – 29 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Going out on a mental limb Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 24th to 29th. This double-junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Scorpio-Jyeshta through the first of Sagittarius-Mula, which of all gandanta zones is particularly edgy and volatile energy. A […] November 14, 2023October 25, 2023
Transits November 17 – 27 Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from November 17th to 27th 2023, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata Indra, King of the Gods, sees you stepping up and taking responsibility as a spokesperson and voice of experience. Either you are dealing with older […] November 7, 2023October 24, 2023
Yama Deepam – Lamp Lighting Ritual for Protection The Yama Deepam ritual involves lighting a special lamp or deepam dedicated to Yama in the sayam sandhya timing on the day of Dhanteras. Visit this blog post to read more about Dhanteras – Dhanteras – Prosperity Rituals and Timings ⏱️ Yama Deepam – Timings Chennai, India – 18 Oct, 2025 06:02 PM to 07:15 […] Written by Align27 October 13, 2025October 14, 2025
Dhanteras – Prosperity Rituals and Timings Dhanteras marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival of lights. The name “Dhanteras” combines the Sanskrit words “Dhan,” meaning wealth, and “Teras,” referring to the 13th day of the lunar fortnight. On this day Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth is worshiped, to seek prosperity. Timings for 2025 Chennai, India – 18th Oct, 2025 […] Written by Align27 October 13, 2025October 13, 2025
Your Predictions – Sun in Swati The Sun, planet of light and identity, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th 2025. Your Predictions Swati brings a focus on fairness and balance, where your skills are to be an ambassador or go-between, and art, justice and forgiveness also come to the fore. You have tact and diplomacy, […] Written by Align27 October 21, 2025October 21, 2025
Your Predictions – Jupiter Exalted in Cancer + Punarvasu Pada 4 Jupiter Exaltation in Cancer – October 18 to December 5 Jupiter, planet of knowledge and growth, is in its exaltation sign of Cancer from October 18th to December 6th 2025. Jupiter Exaltation in Cancer Predictions This transit is a taster of Jupiter’s approaching mainstay in Cancer from June 2026, and you now get a flavour […] Written by Align27 October 16, 2025October 16, 2025
3 Powerful Shifts – Don’t Miss Your Forecast Mars, Sun Conjunction in Libra – October 17 to October 27 The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with dynamic Mars in Libra from October 17th to 27th, 2025. Mars, Sun Conjunction in Libra Predictions This conjunction of planetary friends energises each one and gives you the potential for inspired work with a […] Written by Align27 October 14, 2025October 14, 2025
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