Transits October 30, 2023 – January 1, 2024 Rahu (in Gandanta) ~ Think before you start your revolution Rahu, the shadow planet of disruption and rebellion, is in the final pada (part) of Revati within the sign of Pisces from October 30th 2023 until January 1st 2024. This is part of the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs, a gap or ‘knot-end’ space which leaves a planet unsupported and working in an […] October 20, 2023September 28, 2023
Transits August 28 – October 30 Rahu (in Ashwini) ~ Seize the moment to rebel Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in pada (part) one of Ashwini from August 28th to October 30th 2023, the first pada of the first nakshatra of the zodiac. Ashwini is known for impulse and daring, and its Shakti, or special gift, for Quick Action, favours initiative and making your mind up […] August 18, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits August 28 – January 1, 2024 Rahu (in Gandanta) ~ Make a revolution in your own time Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs from August 28th 2023 to January 1st 2024. This ‘knot-end’ area also takes in the space between nakshatras, which gives it an unstable and unpredictable quality that can’t always be relied on. If, in true Rahu style, […] August 10, 2023September 28, 2023
Transits June 26 – August 28 ~ Rahu (in Ashwini) ~ A brilliant idea for big-time security Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in pada (part) two of Ashwini from June 26th until August 28th 2023, the first nakshatra of the zodiac, which is associated with impulse and initiative. Ashwini’s Shakti, or special gift, for Quick Action, sees you leaping aboard with new ideas an innovation, using Rahu’s contrary […] June 16, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits April 24 – June 26 ~ Rahu (in Ashwini) ~ Make an instant decision and create a revolution Rahu is in pada three of Ashwini from April 24th until June 26th, the first nakshatra in the first zodiacal sign, which is associated with courage and impetuosity. Ashwini’s Shakti, or special gift, for Quick Action, finds you in impulsive mode, and using Rahu’s contrary nature to innovate and get a new project off the […] April 14, 2023March 29, 2023
Transits April 24 – June 26 ~ Rahu in Ashwini Pada 3 & Ketu in Swati Pada 1 Rahu (in Ashwini) ~ Make an instant decision and create a revolution Rahu is in pada (part) three of Ashwini from April 24th until June 26th, the first nakshatra in the first zodiacal sign, which is associated with courage and impetuosity. Ashwini’s Shakti, or special gift, for Quick Action, finds you in impulsive mode, and […] April 14, 2023April 6, 2023
Transits February 20 – April 24 ~ Rahu (in Ashwini) ~ Impulse and emotion Rahu is in pada four of Ashwini from February 20th to April 24th, the first nakshatra in the first zodiacal sign, which is associated with courage and impulsiveness. Ashwini’s symbol of a Horse represents speed and power, while its Shakti, or special gift, for Quick Action, finds you using Rahu’s contrary nature to get a […] February 10, 2023March 29, 2023
Transits December 19 – February 20, 2023 ~ Rahu (in Bharani) ~ A desire to be different Rahu is in pada one of Bharani, in the sign of Aries, from December 19th 2022 until February 20th 2023. This nakshatra, meaning ‘She Who Bears’, is symbolized by a Vulva and is linked to giving birth, both in terms of actual motherhood and symbolically in the sense of a creative delivery. Rahu sees you living […] December 9, 2022November 11, 2022
Transits October 18 – December 19 ~ Rahu (in Bharani) ~ Give birth to a new direction Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, enters Bharani nakshatra pada two in the sign of Aries from Oct 18th to Dec 19th 2022. Bharani means ‘she who bears’, and its symbol of a Vulva is associated with giving birth, either in actually bearing children or else hatching creative ideas. Pada two of Bharani […] October 8, 2022September 21, 2022
Transits August 16 – October 18 ~ Rahu (in Bharani) ~ Rebirthing your relationships Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and difference, enters Bharani nakshatra pada three in the sign of Aries from Aug 16th to Oct 18th 2022. Bharani means ‘she who bears’, and its symbol of a Vulva is associated with giving birth, either in the sense of creative ideas, or actually bearing children. Pada three of […] August 6, 2022July 25, 2022
Just Launched – Relationship Insights Based on Your Birth Chart We just launched a brand-new section in your align27 Birth Chart called Relationship Insights. Inside this, you’ll find our first feature: Love and Healing, based on your Venus placement. ✨ It shows what you subconsciously trade for peace, approval, or harmony in relationships. ✨ It reveals the parts of you that bend, shrink, or stay […] Written by Align27 June 18, 2025June 18, 2025
3 Nakshatras Hold the Key to Your Abundance – Find Out Now In Vedic astrology, there’s a secret thread woven through your birth star, a hidden trail that leads to the way you naturally attract wealth, resources, and support. This thread is called Sampat Tara. 🌟 What is Sampat Tara? “Sampat” means prosperity. Your Sampat Tara shows the Nakshatras that naturally support your growth – financially, emotionally, […] Written by Align27 June 16, 2025June 16, 2025
Aug 28 – Oct 3 ~ Mercury Combust (in Cancer, Leo, Virgo) ~ Get perspective on your thinking Mercury, the planet of thought and commerce, moves alongside the Sun from August 28th to October 3rd, 2025, as it moves from Cancer to Leo into Virgo. This is Mercury’s ‘combustion’ or burnt-up phase, where its closeness to the Sun affects your decision-making and overall train of thought. It becomes harder to concentrate on a […] Written by Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
Aug 28 – Sep 1 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Bridging the gap Venus, the planet of art, luxury, and relationship, is in Pushya in the sign of Cancer from August 23rd to September 3rd, 2025. This is an auspicious and life-sustaining nakshatra for most life purposes, which may see you being drawn into high and powerful circles. Raise the tone in your relationship and you get the […] Written by Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
Aug 23 – Sep 3 ~ Venus (in Pushya) ~ Giving and receiving support Venus, the planet of art, luxury, and relationship, is in Pushya in the sign of Cancer from August 23rd to September 3rd, 2025. This is an auspicious and life-sustaining nakshatra for most life purposes, which may see you being drawn into high and powerful circles. Raise the tone in your relationship and you get the […] Written by Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 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