Transits June 7 – 29 ~ Mars (in Pushya) ~ Tap into your spiritual and physical power Mars, planet of drive and action, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within the zodiacal sign of Cancer on June 7th until 29th, 2021. Cancer is Mars’s place of debilitation, but Pushya is a highly auspicious and fine-quality nakshatra which gives a positive and supportive nature and a desire to find meaning in life. Pushya’s symbol […] May 24, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 3 – 14 ~ Venus (in Ardra) ~ An emotional romantic encounter Venus, planet of art and relating, enters the nakshatra of Ardra in the sign of Gemini on June 3rd until 14th 2021. This is an intense and emotional asterism, which is at odds with the familiar bubbly and airy Gemini image, and you and your friends and partners have a complexity that can be very […] May 21, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 1 ~ Ketu (in Anuradha) ~ Smart instincts create victory Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and intuition, enters the fourth pada of Anuradha in the sign of Scorpio on June 1st. Anuradha is an auspicious nakshatra whose symbol of a Gateway or Triumphal Arch shows promise of personal success, though it is also associated with good relations and friendship. Its fourth pada also relates […] May 20, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 1 ~ Rahu (in Rohini) ~ Exotic luxury in the real world Rahu, the shadow planet of material desire, enters the second pada of Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus on June 1st. Taurus is Rahu’s strongest sign and Rohini in many ways is the purest expression of its earthy and comfort-loving nature, so this transit holds great promise for fulfilment. Your attention goes to luxury, […] May 19, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 29 – June 22 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Mrigashira) ~ Turn back in search of truth Mercury, planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Gemini-Mrigashira on May 29th until June 22nd, the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2021. There are classic experiences associated with this three-week window, where communication and commerce come into focus, and you have the opportunity to reassess your plans. This transit begins in Mercury’s home […] May 14, 2021August 2, 2022
Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Shine a light on lifestyle The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and this is the time to put your focus on new opportunities which have solar pride and identity wrapped up in them. The Sun shines a […] May 10, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 23 – June 3 ~ Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ A restless romantic chase Venus, planet of relationship, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from May 23rd to June 3rd 2021. This asterism is ruled by the Moon, the fastest moving star, which represents your inner life and ever-changing mood, so your affections or those of your partner may be fickle and ever-changing. […] May 7, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 23 – October 11 ~ Saturn retrograde in Capricorn ~ What comes slow, comes strong Saturn, planet of karma and success, goes retrograde in Capricorn-Shravana on May 23rd, all the way until October 11th. This is the planet’s annual five-month backwards phase where its themes of the last year repeat and are ground in for the long term. Saturn is at home in Capricorn and also goes through the centre […] May 7, 2021November 5, 2021
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 May 16 – June 16 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for knowledge Mercury, planet of the intellect and communication, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini, from May 16th altogether until June 16th. This transit includes Mercury’s retrograde arc starting May 29th, which puts a longer than usual focus on Mrigashira’s themes, and emphasizes the idea of a pursuit. This asterism’s symbol […] April 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Ashtalakshmi: Activate Life’s Eight Wealths The festival of Lakshmi Panchami is coming up on March 22/23, and as we honor the Goddess of Wealth we are offered the ideal opportunity to reflect on and feel grateful for the many different forms of wealth we have in our lives. Material wealth is needed for us to live in today’s world and […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 2, 2026
Amalaki Ekadashi Rituals for Prosperity Amalaki Ekadashi – A Day of Blessings and Prosperity Amalaki Ekadashi is a special day that falls on the 11th day of the waxing moon (Ekadashi) in February or March. This year, it is observed on February 27/28, depending on your location. To check your local timing, download the align27 app. On this day, people honor the […] Written by Align27 February 25, 2026February 25, 2026
Your Predictions – Sun in Uttara Bhadrapada The Sun, planet of spirit and identity, is in Uttara Bhadrapada, the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces, from March 18th to 31st 2026. Your Predictions 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 […] Written by Align27 March 15, 2026March 16, 2026
Your Predictions – Venus in Revati Venus is in the nakshatra of Revati from March 15 to 25th, where the planet of love and art is at its most powerful. Your Predictions You have an irresistible romantic nature and a power of belief that is positively transformative, where your faith inspires a lover or friend and helps them become the person […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Apr 13 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Have a serious think Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from April 13 to 22nd 2026, the nakshatra wholly inside the zodiacal sign of Pisces. Though analytical Mercury is not most at home in this nakshatra, you can allow your imagination to take over and approach an idea, book, or offer from a different angle. […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 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