Transits Dec 19 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From complexity to simplicity Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from Dec 19th to Dec 24th, 2026. The transition from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area, which translates to ‘knot-end’ and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. The ‘knot’ […] Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Transits Dec 13 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ The voice of experience Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from December 13th to 22nd, 2026, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Jyestha translates as ‘The Elder’ and sees you stepping up and owning the role of a spokesperson and voice of experience. You may be dealing with older people or applying your expertise in […] Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Transits Dec 12 – 19 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to break in changes The Sun, star of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshta and Mula from December 12th until 19th, 2026. This double junction area, extending either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras, brings a period of confusion where your plans have an unformed quality. You may […] Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Transits Dec 6 – Jan 23 ~ Mercury Combustion (in Scorpio) ~ Get an issue out in the open Mercury, the planet of thought and commerce, comes close to the Sun between December 6th and January 23rd, where it moves from Scorpio through Sagittarius, on to Capricorn and is ‘combust’ or burnt up in the solar rays. This phase affects your decision-making and state of mind, as you may be overwhelmed by too much […] Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Transits Dec 4 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ A diplomatic victory Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from December 4th to 13th. The Shakti, or special gift, of this nakshatra, ‘To Worship’, gives you enhanced faith and spirituality, particularly when you get behind a cause, special person, or philosophy. You have an intense and deep-reaching way […] Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Transits Dec 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Mix power and protection The Sun is in Jyestha from December 3rd to 16th, 2026, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol of an umbrella or talisman shows protection and security. Jyestha translates as ‘The Elder,’ and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives the Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a […] Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
Transits Nov 19 – Dec 3 ~ Sun (in Anuradha) ~ A career triumph The Sun, planet of self and creativity, enters Anuradha on November 19th until December 3rd, 2026, a gentler and more sensitive nakshatra within tough, Mars-ruled Scorpio. Anuradha’s symbol of a Triumphal Arch represents victory after a long career or campaign, with the prospect of success in a project where you have ego invested. The Sun […] Align27 October 27, 2026October 27, 2026
Transits Nov 25 – Dec 4 ~ Mercury (in Vishakha) ~ Restoring sense and balance Mercury, the planet of speech and intelligence, is in Vishakha from November 25th to December 4th, 2026, in a return to this nakshatra after Mercury’s retrograde transit from October 12th to November 3rd. Issues that arose at that time may reawaken now, or you can jump aboard with an opportunity that came around for a […] Align27 October 21, 2026October 21, 2026
Transits Oct 9 – Feb 8 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Fire and discipline Saturn, the planet of boundaries and ambition, is in Pada (part) Four of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada within the sign of Pisces from October 9th, 2026, to February 8th, 2027. This extended transit sees Saturn in retrograde motion up to December 10th, where it consolidates your work, gains, and karmic experience from […] Align27 September 21, 2026September 21, 2026
Transits Your Predictions – Rahu in Dhanishtha Pada 4 & Ketu in Magha Pada 2 Align27 July 29, 2026July 29, 2026
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Dec 19, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 ~ Mars (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Second time around Mars, the planet of energy and drive, enters the nakshatra of Purva Phalguni, in the sign of Leo, from December 19th to January 31st, 2026, bringing you a relaxed and spontaneous approach to your goals. Though you have a fiery ego tied up in achieving success, Purva makes you comfortable in your skin and content […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 19 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From complexity to simplicity Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from Dec 19th to Dec 24th, 2026. The transition from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area, which translates to ‘knot-end’ and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. The ‘knot’ […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 2026
Dec 16 – 29 ~ Sun (in Mula) ~ Break down psychic barriers The Sun, planet of self and creativity, enters Sagittarius-Mula from December 16th to 29th, 2026, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and getting to the heart of the matter. Mula is symbolized by a Root and is concerned with simplicity and has an ascetic quality where you follow a cause or desire for its own […] Written by Align27 November 10, 2026November 10, 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