Transits October 30 – November 13 ~ Mars Retrograde (in Gemini) ~ Make haste slowly Mars, planet of action and energy, is retrograde starting in Gemini from October 30th until November 13th, before retreating into Taurus until January 12th 2023. Of all planets, hard-charging Mars is possibly the least comfortable in backwards motion, and you spend twice as long to go half as far, and must consolidate your ground before […] Align27 October 20, 2022October 14, 2022
Transits October 25 ~ Solar Eclipse (in Swati) ~ Know what you value most The partial Solar Eclipse in Libra-Swati falls on October 25th 2022 and will be visible through Europe, Central and Western Asia, Siberia and north-East Africa. These regions are affected most by the eclipse energy. This is a New Moon eclipse which signifies a new beginning and the end of an old cycle, so you may […] Align27 October 15, 2022September 25, 2022
Transits October 24 – November 6 ~ Sun (in Swati) ~ Shine a light on new knowledge The Sun, planet of light and Self, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th 2022. Swati focuses on fairness and balance, where you act as an ambassador or go-between, and issues of relationship and art, justice and forgiveness come to the fore. You have tact and diplomacy, and know your […] Align27 October 14, 2022September 24, 2022
Transits October 23 – November 3 ~ Venus (in Swati) ~ Spreading new friendship Venus, planet love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from October 23rd to November 3rd, 2022. Swati is associated with subtle qualities of learning and intellect, justice and forgiveness, and Venus’s powerful position here gives you great promise. You have a natural poise and sense of fairness in relationship, where […] Align27 October 13, 2022September 24, 2022
Transits October 22 – 30 ~ Mercury (in Chitra) ~ Enliven your brilliant mind Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Chitra from Oct 22nd to 30th 2022. Chitra translates to ‘the Brilliant’ and its symbol of a shining Jewel reflects its brightness in the night sky, bringing skill with arts, crafts and design. You may be interested in precious stones and metals – along […] Align27 October 12, 2022September 24, 2022
Transits October 19 – December 28 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Shine a light on opportunity Jupiter, planet of protection and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada one, from October 19th until December 28th, where it re-enters the area it first covered from late April to mid-May 2022. People and opportunities from that time are likely to reappear, and a chance to expand that was not right for you comes around […] Align27 October 9, 2022October 18, 2022
Transits October 18 – December 19 ~ Ketu (in Swati) ~ A vision of beauty Ketu, the Moon’s South Node and planet of spirituality and imagination, is in Swati pada four within the sign of Libra from October 18th to Dec 19th. This nakshatra is governed by Vayu, the Wind God, known for intelligence, knowledge and the voice, and gives you an affinity for philosophy and academia. Pada four of […] Align27 October 8, 2022September 21, 2022
Transits October 18 – December 19 ~ Rahu (in Bharani) ~ Give birth to a new direction Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, enters Bharani nakshatra pada two in the sign of Aries from Oct 18th to Dec 19th 2022. Bharani means ‘she who bears’, and its symbol of a Vulva is associated with giving birth, either in actually bearing children or else hatching creative ideas. Pada two of Bharani […] Align27 October 8, 2022September 21, 2022
Transits October 14 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Grab a perfect deal Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Hasta nakshatra from October 14th to 22nd, in the zodiacal sign of Virgo where it is strongest. This transit gives you earthy, practical and intelligent moves, where you not only pick up new information but know how to use it. Mercury goes back over an area which it […] Align27 October 4, 2022September 21, 2022
Transits October 13 – 23 ~ Venus (in Chitra) ~ Create a new relationship Venus, planet of relationship and values, is in the nakshatra of Chitra across the signs Virgo and Libra from Oct 13th to 23rd. Chitra is among the brightest stars in the sky, and its symbol of a shining Jewel finds luxurious Venus very much at home, in the Libra portion especially, after October 18th. Soft […] Align27 October 3, 2022September 12, 2022
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