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
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 29 – January 11, 2023 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashada) ~ React smartly and stay undefeated The Sun, the day-star and planet of Self, is in Purva Ashada from December 29th 2022 to January 11th 2023, the nakshatra which translates to ‘The Unconquered’. This planet represents a heroic quest, where you show courage and overcome obstacles on your path to wisdom. Purva’s energy gives a feeling of and a desire for, […] December 19, 2022December 1, 2022
Transits December 16 – 26 ~ Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ A romantic reawakening Venus, planet of love and art, moves into Purva Ashada in the sign of Sagittarius, on December 16th to December 26th 2022. This nakshatra means ‘the Undefeated’, and its energy gives a sense of invincibility that favours a long-lasting relationship built on secure ground. Purva’s Shakti, or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal, sees Venus […] December 6, 2022November 11, 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 February 3 – 21 ~ Mars (in Purva Ashada) ~ Renew your invincible energy Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Purva Ashada from February 3rd to 21st 2022, the nakshatra within zodiacal Sagittarius which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva’s energy gives a feeling and aspiration for invincibility, despite occasional confrontations, and its Shakti or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal sees you making a new start. Apas, […] January 24, 2022January 17, 2022
Transits January 5 – February 22 ~ Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ A second chance for easy victory Venus, planet of love and values, is retrograde in Purva Ashada from January 5th 2022 altogether until February 22nd, an extended period which puts extra focus on the nakshatra which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. The energy of this transit gives you a feeling of and desire for invincibility, despite frequent challenges and battles, and you […] December 28, 2021December 28, 2021
Transits December 29, 2021 – January 11, 2022 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashada) ~ Repurpose your plans for a celebration Sun is in Purva Ashada from December 29th 2021 to January 11th 2022, the nakshatra which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva’s energy gives a feeling of and desire for invincibility despite frequent challenges and battles, and its Shakti or unique power, is for Invigoration and Renewal. The Sun itself represents a heroic quest, where you […] December 19, 2021December 9, 2021
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 November 13 – December 1 ~ Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ A new flavour in your affairs Venus, planet of love and art, moves into Purva Ashada in the sign of Sagittarius, on November 13th. This nakshatra means ‘the Undefeated’, and its energy gives a feeling of and desire for invincibility, while its Shakti, or unique power, is for Invigoration and Renewal. Venus here rekindles your love-life, either by turning over a […] October 19, 2021November 5, 2021
Lunar Eclipse in Purva Phalguni Nakshatra (Leo) – Insights and Remedies A lunar eclipse always occurs on a Full Moon, or Poornima, when the Sun and Moon are exactly opposite each other. At this time, the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. Astronomically it is a shadow event. Astrologically it is an emotional and karmic event. Your Lunar […] Written by Align27 February 23, 2026February 24, 2026
Your 12th House Reading We’ve now unlocked the final layer in the House Lords series inside your Birth Chart – the 12th Lord in Nakshatras. The 12th house represents losses, expenses, isolation, foreign lands, sleep, subconscious patterns, and spiritual surrender. It shows where your energy flows outward, where attachments dissolve, and where deeper spiritual lessons quietly unfold. Your Nakshatra […] Written by Align27 February 22, 2026February 22, 2026
Your Predictions – Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius Mercury, planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Aquarius from February 26th to March 21st, the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2026. Your Predictions There are classic experiences associated with this three-week-plus window, where communication and commerce come into focus, and you have the opportunity to reassess your plans. Mercury remaining in Aquarius […] Written by Align27 February 23, 2026February 23, 2026
Your Predictions – 3 Powerful Conjunctions in Aquarius Mars, Venus Conjunction in Aquarius – Feb 23 to Mar 02 Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Aquarius from February 23rd to March 2nd, 2026. Your Mars, Venus Conjunction Predictions This combination is a match between planetary enemies, though it gives you an affinity for relationships, […] Written by Align27 February 22, 2026February 20, 2026
Your Predictions – Saturn in Uttara Bhadrapada Pada 2 Saturn, planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada (part) Two of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada within Pisces from February 21st to March 21st, 2026. Your Predictions This is a repeat of Saturn’s retrograde transit from June to mid-August of 2025, and an experience from that time may resurface now for you […] Written by Align27 February 18, 2026February 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