Transits 5 Powerful Taurus Conjunctions in May Welcome to an interesting astrological period in Taurus, where five significant planetary conjunctions converge to create a unique cosmic landscape from May 15th to June 14th, 2024. During this time, the Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter each play their parts in various alignments, blending their energies in ways that influence our confidence, relationships, communication, and […] Align27 May 17, 2024May 20, 2024
Transits June 21 – July 5 Sun (in Ardra) ~ An emotional monsoon Sun, the planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 21st to July 5th. This nakshatra’s nature is sharply different to the traditional light, bubbly Gemini image, and takes you into deeper territory where your intuition comes into play. The Sun fights a symbolic battle wherever it moves, and it illuminates areas of life that many people […] Align27 May 16, 2024May 16, 2024
Transits June 7 – June 21 Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase the big prize Sun, the planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 7th until 21st 2024, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator. The Sun is […] Align27 May 2, 2024May 2, 2024
Transits May 11 – 24 Sun (in Krittika) ~ Burn away excess The Sun, a symbol of self and creativity, is in Krittika spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 24th 2024. Krittika is a warlike and rajasic nakshatra, 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. […] Align27 April 15, 2024April 15, 2024
Transits April 27 – May 11 Sun (in Bharani) ~ Give birth to a new identity The Sun, the symbol of the soul and self-expression, is in Bharani, the nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Aries, from April 27th to May 11th, 2024. Bharani represents ambition and the original struggle for life, whose name means ‘She Who Bears’, and its symbol, a Yoni, is associated with giving birth – both as […] Align27 April 1, 2024April 1, 2024
Transits April 13 – 27 Sun (in Ashwini) ~ Kickstart your year The Sun, the planet of soul and self-expression, enters Aries-Ashwini on April 13th until 27th, the nakshatra of speed and courage in the sign of the Sun’s greatest strength. Ashwini’s Shakti, or special power, for Quick Action, sees you sizing up a situation and making an instant choice, which at another time may be difficult […] Align27 April 1, 2024April 1, 2024
Transits April 10 – 17 Sun (in Gandanta) ~ First inspiration then action The Sun, the ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Pisces and Aries and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini from April 10th to 17th 2024. This double-border area extends on either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms and may bring a period of instability, where your plans […] Align27 April 1, 2024April 1, 2024
Transits March 31 – April 13 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 13th 2024. Revati’s symbol, the Drum, has connotations with rhythm and timing, and you are conscious of delivering a task on time or while conditions are helpful. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Wealthy’ and promises […] Align27 March 8, 2024March 8, 2024
Transits March 17 – March 31 Sun (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Let your spiritual energy shine The Sun, planet of spirit and identity, is in Uttara Bhadrapada, the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces, from March 17th to 31st 2024. Uttara’s name translates to ‘beautiful left foot’, and its influence brings you an intelligent and questioning quality with a focus on the finer things in life. This […] Align27 March 7, 2024March 7, 2024
Transits March 4 – March 17 Sun (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Shed light into darkness The Sun, symbol of light and Self, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 4th to 17th 2024, the nakshatra that lies across the zodiacal signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your energy and focus take on a new urgency, and Purva Bhadrapada’s Shakti, Power of Spiritual Fire, gives this period a ritual, cleansing quality. Purva’s ruling […] Align27 March 5, 2024March 6, 2024
Dec 5 – 22 ~ Venus (in Swati) ~ See love from another side Venus, the planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from December 5th to 22nd, 2026. This transit is a repeat of Venus’s recent extended stay in this nakshatra through most of September and October, and altogether caps an intense focus on the affairs of this area over the […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
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 […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 2026
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 […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2026November 6, 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