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 […] Align27 June 15, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Punarvasu) ~ A time of light and renewal The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th to 20th, the nakshatra crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s symbol is a quiver full of arrows, which shows adventure through flights of thought and imagination, and its ruler is Aditi, the Divine Mother who presides over noble virtues and infinity itself. The Sun’s […] Align27 June 9, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 22 – July 6 ~ Sun (in Ardra) ~ Light after a storm Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 22nd to July 6th. This asterism’s ruler is Rudra, the Storm God, an incarnation of Shiva, and its symbol is the Teardrop, showing a cathartic moment where stress or sentiment overwhelms you, before you emerge feeling lighter and easier, […] Align27 June 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for meaning and fulfilment Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for meaning and fulfilment Sun, planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. The fiery Sun takes on a more emotional quality in this Moon-ruled asterism, and its influence becomes like that of the fleeting […] Align27 May 25, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 14 – June 14 ~ Sun-Rahu conjunction in Taurus ~ A light in the darkness The Sun, star of self and creativity, comes together with Rahu, the shadow planet of desire, in Taurus from May 14th to June 14th. This transit sees a clash of opposing energies, where the Sun brings light and confidence, while Rahu tests your self-belief and brings an exaggerated or distorted sense of your own ability. […] Align27 April 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 10 – 17 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Move from intuition to impulse The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Pisces and Aries and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini on April 10th until 17th. This is a double-border area extending either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms, which can bring a period of instability: your plans may ‘fall […] Align27 March 29, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 31 – April 13 ~ Sun (in Revati) ~ Support a friend in need Sun, planet of self-expression is in the nakshatra of Revati, in the sign of Pisces from March 31st to April 13th 2021. This nakshatra means ‘the wealthy’ and gives you the promise of fortune and fine personal qualities, particularly for travellers and those on the road. You may have wanderlust now, with visions of faraway places, […] Align27 March 16, 2021November 6, 2021
Articles 5 Easy Rituals For A Cosmically Smoother Day We all need a little extra something to help us through the day. Whether it’s a meeting that got cancelled giving you one hour back, the kids’ homeschooling done for the day without hiccups, a phone call from a friend or finding your favourite pot of dessert that you forgot about in the fridge. […] Align27 February 23, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 17 – 31 ~ Sun (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Share your subtle spiritual energy The Sun, planet of spirit and identity, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from March 17th to 31st 2021, the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces. Uttara’s name translates to ‘beautiful left foot’, while its symbol is the back legs of a bed. It brings an intelligent and questioning nature with a focus […] Align27 February 22, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 4 – 18 ~ Sun (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Clear space in your life The Sun, symbol of light and the self, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 4th to 18th, the nakshatra crossing the zodiacal signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your energy and focus takes on a new urgency now, and Purva Bhadrapada’s Shakti is the power of spiritual fire, which gives this period a ritual, cleansing quality. […] Align27 February 8, 2021November 6, 2021
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