Transits May 12 – 23 ~ Venus (in Revati) ~ A romantic path between extremes Venus, planet of love and art, enters the nakshatra of Revati, in the sign of Pisces on May 12th. Venus is at its most powerful in this constellation, giving you an irresistible romantic nature and a power of belief that is truly transformative. Having faith not only inspires a lover or friend but helps turn […] Align27 May 2, 2022April 21, 2022
Transits May 11 – 25 ~ Sun (in Krittika) ~ Shed light and burn away the old The Sun, symbol of self and creativity, is in the nakshatra of Krittika spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 25th. Krittika is warlike and rajasic, and up to May 14th remains within the Sun’s place of exaltation, so your energy flows and you are energetic and passionate for your beliefs […] Align27 May 1, 2022April 21, 2022
Transits May 10 – Jun 3 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Taurus) ~ Leave room for second thoughts Mercury, planet of intelligence, goes retrograde in Rohini from May 10th to June 3rd 2022, and remains in the sign of Taurus all the way. You are rethinking an old question or else new light shines on a problem that did not make sense before. This is a maximum-length 24-day retrograde phase where Mercury moves even more slowly than usual, […] Align27 April 30, 2022August 2, 2022
Transits May 6 – 14 ~ Mercury (in Rohini) ~ Creative and artistic thought Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in Rohini within the zodiacal sign of Taurus between May 6th and 14th 2022, which includes its initial retrograde period from May 10th. Rohini is famed for its earthy beauty and charm, along with a flirtatious nature and links to agriculture and fertility. Plans grow and flourish here […] Align27 April 27, 2022April 13, 2022
Transits May 3 – 21 ~ Mars (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Set light to the old Mars, planet of strength and competition, is in Purva Bhadrapada from May 3rd, the nakshatra which spans the zodiacal signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Purva’s symbol of the front legs of a bed represents clearing and removing old obstacles, while its Shakti of ‘the power of spiritual fire’ represents a kind of cleansing experience. Your […] Align27 April 23, 2022April 7, 2022
Transits April 30 – May 12 ~ Venus (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Faith has a transforming effect Venus, planet of love and art, is in Uttara Bhadrapada, in the sign of Pisces, from April 30th to May 12th, the nakshatra whose name literally means ‘beautiful left foot’. This is a benevolent and spiritual zone whose symbol is the back legs of a bed, and Venus in its exaltation sign here gives you […] Align27 April 20, 2022April 21, 2022
Transits April 30 ~ Solar Eclipse (in Bharani) ~ Draw a line under the past The first eclipse of the new cycle of Rahu and Ketu in Aries and Libra arrives with a partial Solar Eclipse in Aries-Bharani on April 30th. This event brings a fiery flavour with the Sun and Moon coming together in combustible, decisive Aries, signifying a new beginning where old conditions are swept away and left […] Align27 April 20, 2022April 7, 2022
Transits April 29 – June 12 ~ Saturn (in Dhanishtha) ~ Create wealth from wisdom Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in pada three of Dhanishtha from April 29th, as it moves into the sign of Aquarius. The third pada of this nakshatra relates to Libra in the relationship and good fortune Navamsha chart, which is Saturn’s sign of exaltation and brings you an underlying sense of balance, […] Align27 April 19, 2022April 1, 2022
Transits April 28 – May 15 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Looking at the Grand Scheme Jupiter, the planet of protection and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada one, from April 28th 2022. This nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces is associated with benevolence and renunciation, and its symbol is the back legs of a bed, or twins – or perhaps a two-faced person. Pada One of Uttara relates to […] Align27 April 18, 2022April 1, 2022
Transits April 27 – May 11 ~ Sun (in Bharani) ~ Give birth to your inner hero The Sun, symbol of the soul and self-expression, is in Bharani nakshatra, in the zodiacal sign of Aries from April 27th to May 11th 2022. Bharani represents ambition and the original struggle for life, its name means ‘she who bears’ and its symbol, a Yoni, is associated giving birth – both literally, as in bearing […] Align27 April 17, 2022March 31, 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