Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Shine a light on lifestyle The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and this is the time to put your focus on new opportunities which have solar pride and identity wrapped up in them. The Sun shines a […] May 10, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 12 – 23 ~ Venus (in Rohini) ~ Love for the long term Venus, planet of love and art, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 12th to 23rd 2021. This is a highlight transit, where Rohini’s qualities of beauty, charm and flirtation provide a perfect setting for Venus, in addition to its links to agriculture and fertility. This nakshatra is classically feminine, associating […] April 26, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 6 – 16 ~ Mercury (in Rohini) ~ Creative and artistic thought Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in Rohini within the zodiacal sign of Taurus from May 6th to 16th 2021. Rohini is a nakshatra famed for earthy beauty and charm, a flirtatious nature and links with agriculture and fertility. Plans grow and flourish here, you can make good contacts, have the gift of speech, […] April 15, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits February 22 – April 14 ~ Mars Rahu Conjunction ~ Dare to do things differently Mars, planet of power and assertiveness, comes together with Rahu, the shadow planet of desire, altogether between February 22nd and April 14th. Both planets are in Rohini nakshatra, up to March 29th, where Rahu in particular is strong and brings you a stable and practical base for your ambitions. Yet Mars also agitates Rahu’s naturally rebellious […] March 17, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 30 – June 1 ~ Rahu (in Rohini) ~ A different way of thinking Rahu, the shadow planet of rebellion and desire, enters the third pada of Rohini, within the sign of Taurus on March 30th until June 1st. Taurus by itself is a strong sign for Rahu, plus Rohini is one of the truly auspicious nakshatras, famous for beauty and charm, a romantic nature and links with […] March 11, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 11 – April 3 ~ Mars (in Rohini) ~ Make haste slowly Mars, planet of energy, courage and initiative, is in Rohini nakshatra within the sign of Taurus from March 11th to April 3rd. Rohini is ruled by Bramha the Creator, which shows your creative and artistic plans uniting, while Mars gives you the drive and initiative to make things happen. This is one of the truly […] February 18, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 27 – March 30 ~ Rahu (in Rohini) ~ Do things differently at home Rahu, the shadow planet of rebellion and desire, enters the fourth pada of Rohini, within the sign of Taurus on January 27th, where it stays until March 30th. Taurus is a strong sign for Rahu, and Rohini is one of the truly auspicious nakshatras, famous for looks and charm, a romantic nature and links with planting […] January 22, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits November 30 ~ Lunar Eclipse ~ New growth after sudden change. The final lunar eclipse of 2020 lands in Taurus-Rohini on November 30th at 9:11am GMT. This is also the first of six eclipses altogether in the Taurus-Scorpio axis over an eighteen-month spell, where these houses of your chart will go through karmic events and emotional adjustment. A lunar eclipse sees the shadow of the Earth […] November 24, 2020November 6, 2021
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 14 – Jun 1 ~ Jupiter, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ A philosophy of love Venus, planet of love and art, is conjunct in Gemini with expansive, protective Jupiter from May 14th to June 1st 2026. Jupiter and Venus are both soft and sweet-natured stars, but they work in very different ways and require work and adjustment to fully integrate. Venus is more comfortable than Jupiter in airy Gemini, and […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 2026
May 13 – 19 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Cut to the heart of an idea Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 13th to 19th, 2026. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or a Razor is ruled by Agni, the Sacred Fire, and its energy gives you mental zest, passion and spontaneity. You put your plans through […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 2026
May 11 – 25 ~ Sun (in Krittika) ~ Burn away excess The Sun, symbol of self and creativity, is in Krittika, spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 25th 2025. Krittika is a warlike and rajasic nakshtara, which begins in the Sun’s place of exaltation in Aries, and gives you a flow of energy and a passionate identity with your goals. This […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 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