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 September 4 – December 31 Jupiter Retrograde (in Aries) ~ A sudden change of belief Jupiter, planet of knowledge and belief, is retrograde in Aries to September 4th to December 31st 2023. This transit sees Jupiter retracing its steps of the last several months and giving you a repeat challenge or opportunity from earlier in the year. Something that was offered to you may only now feel right to accept, […] August 24, 2023September 1, 2023
Transits August 23 – September 15 Mercury Retrograde (in Leo) ~ A flash of inspiration from the past Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is retrograde in Leo between August 23rd and September 15th 2023. This is a medium-length Mercury retro period, where your ideas and communication have a reset, and you may expect delays or confusion in reaching an agreement. You have a confident, even rather theatrical style of speech, but going […] August 13, 2023August 18, 2023
Transits Powerful Remedies for Retrograde Planets While we might be ready to double-check our contracts and stay aware of what we say and do during Mercury Retrograde, Mercury isn’t the only planetary Retrograde to look out for for the rest of this year. A chance for us to slow down and reflect, Retrogrades signify a time for us to renew, reassess […] July 26, 2023July 26, 2023
Articles The A – Z of Vedic Astrology Whether it is Gandanta, Badaka, Karakas or Vargas, astrological vocabulary can be challenging to get your head around, especially when you are just starting out on your journey with Vedic Astrology. So, we’ve put together a simple A-Z of Vedic Astrology that you can refer to when you need to know your Aspects from your […] May 24, 2023May 25, 2023
Transits April 21 – May 15 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Aries) ~ Carried away with new ideas Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is retrograde in Aries from April 21st to May 15th, in its longest and slowest retrograde period of 2023. The contrast of Mercury’s slow motion against the drive of impulsive Aries highlights a basic tension in this transit, where you are in a hurry to find answers but also […] April 11, 2023March 28, 2023
Transits This Week’s Solar Eclipse & Mercury Retrograde Solar Eclipse (in Ashwini) ~ Hold back on an impulse The Solar Eclipse of April 20th sees the Sun and Moon joining with shadow planet Rahu in Aries-Ashwini. This is a New Moon eclipse which represents a new beginning after the end of a cycle of activity, and the switch from old to new may […] April 10, 2023April 10, 2023
Transits The 6 Retrogrades of 2023 While we might be ready to double-check our contracts and stay aware of what we say and do during Mercury Retrograde, Mercury isn’t the only planetary Retrograde to look out for in 2023. A chance for us to slow down and reflect, Retrogrades signify a time for us to renew, reassess and reimagine the areas […] January 3, 2023January 4, 2023
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 November 13 – January 12, 2023 ~ Mars Retrograde (in Taurus) ~ Slow and steady success Mars, planet of action and competition, is retrograde from Nov 13th 2022 to Jan 12th 2023 where it returns over the area it covered through September to mid-October 2022. Issues from the recent past resurface and challenge you to find a solution, as Mars’s altogether six-months in Taurus is several times longer than its usual […] November 3, 2022October 14, 2022
Vasant Panchami Rituals to Invoke the Blessings of Goddess Saraswati As the vibrant festival of Vasant Panchami approaches, let’s honor the divine energy of Goddess Saraswati and invite her blessings into our lives. This auspicious day, celebrated on the 5th waxing lunar day of the Vedic month of Magha, falls on January 23rd, 2026. For your local timings and personalized insights, download the align27 app. My […] Written by Align27 January 20, 2026January 20, 2026
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Mar 31 – Apr 14 ~ Sun (in Revati) ~ Giving insight and protection Sun, star of self-expression, is in the nakshatra of Revati, in the sign of Pisces, from March 31st to April 14th 2026. Revati translates to ‘The Wealthy’ and promises fortune and fine personal quality, which is particularly favourable for travellers and those on the road. You may have wanderlust, with a vision of a fantasy […] Written by Align27 February 9, 2026February 9, 2026
Mar 29 – May 31 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Explore your soul roots Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Four of Magha in the sign of Leo from March 29th to May 31st 2026. Ketu has a bold and flamboyant tone in its entry to this new nakshatra, where you dramatise your mystical quest and prefer a more public, performative style. Magha […] Written by Align27 February 9, 2026February 9, 2026
Mar 29 – May 31 ~ Rahu (in Shatabhishak) ~ Mixing old and new Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhista Pada (part) Two from March 29th to May 31st 2026. Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius and has a special affinity with Shatabhishta’s progressive and experimental nature. Pada Two of this nakshatra relates to Capricorn navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage and […] Written by Align27 February 9, 2026February 9, 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