Transits April 6 – 18 ~ Venus (in Shatabhishak) ~ Heal your heart and mind Venus, planet of love and luxury, enters Shatabhishak on April 6th, the nakshatra contained within the sign of Aquarius. Shatabhishak’s reputation for seeking solitude, along with its strong mystical quality may see you attracted to an otherworldly type, or someone with whom you share an interest in mystery and divination. This nakshatra is presided over by Varuna, […] Align27 March 29, 2022March 29, 2022
Transits April 6 – 9 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Go from intuition to impulse Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from April 6th to 9th 2022. This junction area translates to ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Revati through the first of Ashwini, bringing a quality of instability and karmic experience. It’s hard to commit […] Align27 March 28, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits April 1 – 8 ~ Mercury (in Revati) ~ Use your imagination and intellect Mercury, planet of communication and intelligence is in the nakshatra of Revati within the zodiacal sign of Pisces from April 1st to 8th 2022. Mercury’s natural mode is analysis and discrimination and it works in an unconventional style Pisces, and brings out your more intuitive and imaginative style. Your ability to solve problems by pure […] Align27 March 21, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits March 31 – April 13 ~ Sun (in Revati) ~ Giving insight and protection Sun, planet of self-expression is in the nakshatra of Revati, in the sign of Pisces from March 31st to April 13th 2022. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Wealthy’ and promises fortune and fine personal qualities, which is particularly favourable for travellers and those on the road. You may have wanderlust, with visions of a faraway […] Align27 March 20, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits March 30 – April 13 ~ Jupiter (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Combine the big and small vision Jupiter is in pada three of Purva Bhadrapada from March 30th to April 13th 2022, in the Aquarius portion of this nakshatra. Purva Bhadrapada is an intense asterism with a link to burning and cleansing, and its Shakti, or special gift, of ‘The Power of Spiritual Fire’ gives you the promise of purifying old knowledge. […] Align27 March 20, 2022March 1, 2022
Transits March 29 – April 16 ~ Mars (in Dhanishtha) ~ Find good rhythm and energy Mars, planet of energy and action, is in Dhanishtha from March 29th to April 16th 2022, which lies across the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. This is the nakshatra of Mars’s strongest degree, which gives you special power, stamina and leadership potential – you can summon all these qualities now and impress by knowing exactly what you […] Align27 March 19, 2022February 28, 2022
Transits March 26 – April 1 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Bring a vision into your thinking Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from March 26th to April 1st, the nakshatra wholly inside the zodiacal sign of Pisces. This asterism gives you powers of speech and eloquence, so approaching an idea, book or source of information with your intuition on full-beam gives you an original new take. Though […] Align27 March 16, 2022February 28, 2022
Transits March 24 – April 6 ~ Venus (in Dhanishtha) ~ Love with a strong pulse Venus, planet of love and values, is in Dhanishtha from March 24th to April 6th 2022, the nakshatra spanning Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to goodwill and abundance, and its Shakti, or special power, is ‘To Create Wealth and Fame’. Influential circles open up for you, which may involve trading, buying or enjoying costly and luxurious accessories. […] Align27 March 14, 2022February 28, 2022
Transits March 19 – April 29 ~ Saturn (in Dhanishtha) ~ Fine details clear your path Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in pada two of Dhanishtha from March 19th to April 29th, in the last part of Capricorn. The second pada of this nakshatra relates to Virgo, in the relationship and good fortune Navamsha chart, which brings you an underlying analytical quality and a gift for managing day […] Align27 March 9, 2022February 28, 2022
Transits March 18 – 26 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Speaking a complex truth Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 18th, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication takes on a greater intensity, as Purva Bhadrapada has an association with burning and a kind of purification experience. This nakshatra’s Shakti, or unique gift, is for Inner Fire, […] Align27 March 8, 2022February 22, 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