Transits August 13 – 20 Sun (in Gandanta) ~ A journey between two extremes The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo and Ashlesha and Magha from August 13th to 20th 2023. Gandata means ‘knot-end’ where you find an obstacle to overcome, and the Sun’s usual ego-oriented style can’t get its natural power and authority across. This double-border area extends either […] August 3, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 7 – 17 Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Cancer) ~ Express yourself with light and affection The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together in Cancer with Venus, planet of relating, from August 7th to 17th, 2023. These two planetary enemies have contrasting natures, and make a challenge to balance Solar egotism and leadership skills with the Venusian desire for harmony and cooperation. At best, you can be caring and […] July 28, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 3 – 17 Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ A moment for self-transformation The Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 17th, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting serpents who acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth, which now reflects your secretive style and worldly wisdom. Your protective streak extends to friends […] July 24, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits July 20 – August 3 ~ Sun (in Pushya) ~ A time to give and receive more The Sun, planet of Self and leadership, is in Pushya from July 20th to August 3rd, the nakshatra inside the zodiacal sign of Cancer, which boosts all matters connected with family and security. Pushya is a fortunate and life-sustaining energy for most purposes, where you feel supported and your ideas are taken up at a […] July 10, 2023June 27, 2023
Transits July 17 – 24 ~ Sun Enters Cancer to Meet Mercury – Insights and Remedies Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the Sun in Cancer from July 17th to 24th 2023. Tap into powers of insight and inner growth. Sun in Cancer – Insights and Remedies Dakshinayana commences as the Sun moves into the sign of Cancer. Dakshinayana refers to the movement of the sun to the […] July 7, 2023July 12, 2023
Transits August 13 – 20 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Crossing the karmic bridge Sun, the day-star and symbol of self, moves through the Cancer-Leo Gandanta zone from August 13th to 20th 2022. This ‘knot-end’ passage also forms the boundary between Ashlesha and Magha nakshatras, where the double-gap makes a loose and un-anchored transit, as the Solar principle loses its power to act decisively. You may end up with […] August 3, 2022July 13, 2022
Transits August 3 – 17 ~ Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ Protecting your investment Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 17th, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting serpents known in mythology for their deadly venom, who acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth. You reflect their worldly wisdom and cunning now, knowing […] July 24, 2022July 7, 2022
Transits July 20 – August 3 ~ Sun (in Pushya) ~ Shining with spiritual energy The Sun, planet of Self and leadership, is in Pushya from July 20th to August 3rd, the nakshatra inside the zodiacal sign of Cancer, which boosts all matters connected with family and security. Pushya is a fortunate and life-sustaining energy for most purposes, where you feel supported and your ideas are taken up at a […] July 10, 2022June 27, 2022
Transits August 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ Shine a light into the dark Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 16th, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting serpents known in mythology for their deadly venom, but who also acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth. They stand for worldly wisdom and cunning, […] July 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 20 – August 3 ~ Sun (in Pushya) ~ Shining with spiritual energy The Sun, planet of self and leadership, is in Pushya from July 20th to August 3rd, a nakshatra inside the zodiacal sign of Cancer, which boosts all matters connected with family and security. Pushya is a fortunate and life-sustaining energy for most purposes, where you feel supported and your ideas are taken up at a […] June 15, 2021November 5, 2021
Your Karana (Action) Blueprint Reading In Vedic astrology, time is divided into 5 smaller units, each with its own special energy (Panchang). One of these is called Karana, which represents a specific kind of energy present at the time of your birth. If you were born during a particular Karana, that’s your birth Karana, and it plays a key role […] Written by Align27 September 3, 2025September 3, 2025
Lunar Eclipse Predictions and Rituals The total lunar eclipse on September 7, 2025 (check local timings and visibility on the align27 app) happens with the Moon together with Rahu in Aquarius, opposite the Sun with Ketu in Leo. Most of the eclipse falls in Purva Bhadrapada, a Jupiter-ruled star that asks for honesty, long-term thinking, and higher purpose. This eclipse […] Written by Align27 September 2, 2025September 2, 2025
Your Predictions – Jupiter in Punarvasu Pada 2 Jupiter, the planet of philosophy and protection, is in Pada (part) two of Punarvasu, across the signs of Gemini and Cancer from August 30th to September 19th, 2025. Your Predictions Punarvasu’s symbol of a quiver of arrows sits well with Jupiter’s adventurous, questing nature, and promises the pursuit of knowledge and an expansion of your […] Written by Align27 August 26, 2025August 27, 2025
Your Predictions – 2 Major Mercury Transits + Powerful Conjunctions Mercury in Gandanta – August 28 to September 01 Mercury, the planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from August 28th to September 1st, 2025. Mercury in Gandanta Predictions This double-junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through […] Written by Align27 August 26, 2025August 26, 2025
Your Predictions – Mercury + Venus Conjunction in Cancer Mercury + Venus Conjunction in Cancer – August 21 to 30 Mercury, planet of the mind, and Venus, planet of partnership, come together in Cancer from August 21 to 30th 2025. This pair of planetary friends together make a great transit for harmonious speech and reaching out to people to promote yourself and your business. […] Written by Align27 August 18, 2025August 20, 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