Transits May 8 – 18 ~ Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ A full romantic pursuit Venus, planet of love and values, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from May 8th to 18th, 2026. Mrigashira’s symbol, the Deer, is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma, the Creator, and this transit sees you driven by desire and the thrill of the chase. […] March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Transits June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase the big prize Sun, the planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator. The Sun is […] May 9, 2025May 9, 2025
Transits June 3 – 9 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for answers Mercury, planet of communication, is in Mrigashira from June 3rd to 9th, 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This nakshatra’s mythical symbol of a Deer, being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for intelligence and enlightenment, and […] May 8, 2025May 8, 2025
Transits May 30 – June 13 ~ Jupiter (in Mrigashira) ~ A deeper dive into knowledge Jupiter, the planet of education and protection, is in pada (part) four of Mrigashira from May 30th to June 13th, 2025, the nakshatra whose myth depicts a pursuit driven by desire. This important phase sees your mental horizons expand and this is an excellent time to pursue a new subject area. Jupiter’s goals of knowledge […] April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
Transits May 14 – 30 ~ Jupiter (in Mrigashira) ~ A knowledge path with someone special Jupiter, the planet of education and protection, is in pada (part) three of Mrigashira from May 14th to 30th 2025, the nakshatra whose myth depicts a pursuit driven by desire. This important phase sees Jupiter moving into zodiacal Gemini, initially up to mid-October 2025 and altogether for the coming twelve months. After taking an earthy […] April 7, 2025April 6, 2025
Transits June 11 – June 17 Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for answers Mercury, the planet of communication, is in Mrigashira from June 11th to 17th 2024, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s mythical symbol of a Deer, being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for intelligence and enlightenment, and the Shakti of this asterism, […] May 8, 2024May 24, 2024
Transits June 11 – June 17 Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for answers Mercury, the planet of communication, is in Mrigashira from June 11th to 17th 2024, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s mythical symbol of a Deer, being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for intelligence and enlightenment, and […] May 2, 2024May 2, 2024
Transits June 7 – June 21 Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase the big prize Sun, the planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 7th until 21st 2024, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator. The Sun is […] May 2, 2024May 2, 2024
Transits June 7 – June 18 Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ A full romantic pursuit Venus, the planet of love and values, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from June 7th to 18th 2024. Mrigashira’s symbol, the mythical Deer, is depicted being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, and this transit sees you driven by desire and the thrill of the chase. […] May 2, 2024May 2, 2024
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
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