Transits June 20 – October 18 ~ Jupiter Retrograde (in Aquarius) ~ A second chance to think big Jupiter-Guru, planet of good fortune and philosophy, turns retrograde in Aquarius-Shatabhishak on June 20th until October 18th 2021. Transiting through Aquarius lifts Jupiter’s powers and creates a more positive vibration as large parts of the world come out of a mood of restriction and pessimism. Jupiter is about faith, thinking big, and manifesting a healthy […] June 2, 2021April 9, 2024
Transits May 22 – July 20 ~ Jupiter (in Shatabhishak) ~ Faith healing and philosophy Jupiter, planet of faith and expansion, moves into Shatabhishak from May 22nd until July 20th, the nakshatra inside Aquarius which associates with healing, mysticism and independent spirit. Shatabhishak’s symbol is a mystical circle or horizon, which suggests both containment and infinity, and gives a philosophical mood that sits well with Jupiter’s nature. This nakshatra is associated […] May 4, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits March 16 – 26 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Use the healing power of words Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Shatabhishak from March 16th until 26th, the nakshatra contained entirely within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius. Shatabhishak translates to ‘a hundred medicines (or doctors)’ and its Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing. Your mind now turns to all these issues, in whatever form wellness or […] March 9, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 26 – March 9 ~ Venus (in Shatabhishak) ~ Heal your body and heart Venus, planet of love and luxury, enters Shatabhishak on February 26th until March 9th, the nakshatra contained within the sign of Aquarius. Varuna, God of the Oceans is the presiding devata here, which brings contact with water, long-distance travel overseas or immersion in the inner pool of meditation. Shatabhishak has a reputation for seeking solitude […] February 2, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 19 – March 4 ~ Sun (in Shatabhishak) ~ Shed light and healing energy The Sun, planet of the soul and self-expression, is in Shatabhishak, the nakshatra within the sign of Aquarius, from February 19th to March 4th 2021. This asterism translates to ‘a hundred physicians’ and its Shakti, or special power, is for Healing. You may be spending time looking after somebody now or giving yourself a little […] February 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Daily Colors of Navratri 2025 There are specific colours associated with each of the nine days of Navratri. You can honor the Goddess of the day by wearing something of this colour. To learn more about Navratri 2025, read our latest blog post – Your Navratri 2025 Spiritual & Cosmic Guide Colors based on your local city! Written by Align27 September 19, 2025September 20, 2025
Your Navratri 2025 Spiritual & Cosmic Guide Navratri, meaning ‘nine nights,’ is an important Hindu festival that honors Goddess Durga in her nine forms (the energy behind the creation, preservation, and destruction), symbolizing the victory of good over evil and is also a period of introspection and divine connection.. These nine nights are dedicated to deepening our inner journey, detoxifying the mind, […] Written by Align27 September 19, 2025September 20, 2025
Dec 16, 2025 – Jan 14, 2026 ~ Mars, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Fight hard and fair The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with dynamic Mars in Sagittarius from December 16th 2025, to January 14th 2026. These two planets remain close together through this whole transit, beginning in Mula, then moving through Purva and Uttara Ashadha, where Mars is overshadowed to some degree by the Sun’s bright glare. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 12 – 19 Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to break in changes The Sun, star of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshta and Mula on December 12th until 19th, 2025. This double junction area extending on either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras brings a period of confusion where your plans have an unformed quality. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 15 – 29 Sun (in Mula) ~ Break down barriers and express yourself The Sun, planet of self and creativity, enters Sagittarius-Mula on December 15th to 29th 2024, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and getting into the heart of the matter. Mula is symbolised 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 October 7, 2025October 7, 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