Transits December 15, 2021 – January 2, 2022 ~Jupiter (in Dhanishtha) ~ Last call on a great offer Jupiter, planet of expansion and philosophy, is in the fourth pada of Dhanishtha from December 15th 2021 to January 2nd 2022. This is the third and final time Jupiter moves through this pada over the last year, starting with late April to May 2021, then retrograding from July 20th to August 18th, before completing its […] December 5, 2021December 2, 2021
Transits December 12 – 19 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to break in changes The Sun, star of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshtha and Mula on December 12th until 19th. This double junction area extending either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras, can bring a period of confusion, where your plans have a provisional quality and you […] December 1, 2021December 1, 2021
Transits December 10 – 18 ~ Mercury (in Mula) ~ Deep research and communication Mercury, planet of intellect and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Mula within the sign of Sagittarius on December 10th until 18th 2021, the nakshatra associated with the bare essentials and getting under the surface. Mula’s symbol is a Root, which is reflected by its placement at our Galactic Centre, and this asterism gives a […] December 1, 2021December 1, 2021
Transits December 9 – 28 ~ Mars (in Anuradha) ~ Strong, yet subtle ambition Mars, planet of energy and pride, is in Anuradha nakshatra from December 9th until 28th 2021. This transit is entirely within the zodiacal sign of Scorpio where Mars is strong and at home, and you go from the diplomatic indecision of Libra to a more gut-level style of action, with added stamina and drive. Anuradha’s […] December 1, 2021December 1, 2021
Articles December: The Great Big Astro Detox We usually associate December with indulgence and January for detoxing. However the month of December, which includes the auspicious Vedic month of Mrigashira (20th Nov – 19 Dec) marking the start of the four-month long winter season, is when the real detox can begin, in preparation for the (western) New Year of 2022. In the […] November 30, 2021December 1, 2021
Transits December 7, 2021 – February 8, 2022 ~ Ketu (in Anuradha) ~ Be yourself and bring out your magic Ketu, the Moon’s Node and shadow planet of spirituality and intuition, enters the first pada of Anuradha in the sign of Scorpio on December 7th 2021 until February 8th 2022. Anuradha is an auspicious nakshatra whose symbol of a Triumphal Arch promises public success, and is also associated with good relations and personal friendship. Pada […] November 30, 2021November 30, 2021
Transits December 7, 2021 – February 8, 2022 ~ Rahu (in Krittika) ~ Fulfil your desires with idealism Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, is in pada three of Krittika nakshatra from December 7th to February 8th 2022. This pada relates to Aquarius Navamsha, the sub-chart of spirituality and relationship, which gives an underlying humanitarian side to your drive for security and grounding. Krittika is symbolized by a Flame or a […] November 30, 2021November 30, 2021
Transits December 7 – 12 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From instinct to high-flown thought Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from December 7th to 12th 2021. This junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Jyeshtha through the first of Mula and has a quality of instability and karmic lessons. Of all […] November 28, 2021November 26, 2021
Transits December 4 ~ Solar Eclipse (in Jyeshtha) ~ Intensity and insight The last eclipse of 2021 arrives on December 4th at 07:23am GMT, with the Total Solar Eclipse in Scorpio-Jyeshtha. This event is a New Moon across the Rahu-Ketu axis, where the Shadow Planets come together with the twin luminaries, bringing worldly, materialist tendencies to the fore. The Sun, ruler of soul, is obscured by the […] November 26, 2021November 26, 2021
Transits December 2 – 15 ~ Sun (in Jyeshtha) ~ Giving protection and inspiration The Sun is in Jyeshtha from December 2nd to 15th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio, whose symbol is an Umbrella or Talisman. A light turns on wherever the Sun transits, and especially in this darkest and deepest of signs, you find new insight into creativity, leadership and personal charisma. Jyeshtha is […] November 22, 2021November 9, 2021
Aug 3 – 5 ~ Mars, Mercury Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Speaking truth to power Mercury, the planet of thought, comes together with assertive Mars in Gemini from August 3rd to 5th, 2026. This short transit of planetary enemies may ignite an argument or underlying tension in a relationship, as you air your views in public. An unspoken issue that has built up over time needs to be expressed, but […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Aug 1 – Sep 2 ~ Venus Debilitation (in Virgo) ~ Ask the right questions Venus, the planet of love and luxury, is in Virgo from August 1st to September 2nd, 2026. Virgo is the sign of Venus’s debilitation, where it is challenged to express itself easily in relationships, creativity, and all its natural affairs. This transit finds you highly analytical about your partner, where you can feel ill at […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Aug 1 – Oct 3 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Transcendent and romantic Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Two of Magha in the sign of Leo from August 1st to October 3rd, 2026. Your mystical quest has a more public, performative quality in this nakshatra, which calls for a balance with Ketu’s naturally quiet and otherworldly style. Pada Two also relates […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 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