Transits January 20 – February 11 ~ Mercury (in Dhanishtha) ~ Get into your mental rhythm Mercury, planet of mental energy and communication, is in Dhanishtha from January 20th to February 11th 2020, which lies across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. This transit takes in Mercury’s retrograde arc, beginning on January 30th, so it is longer than usual and carries more weight. Expect the familiar retrograde experiences at this […] January 8, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 14 – 25 ~ Venus (in Purva Ashada) ~ A feeling of romantic renewal Venus, planet of love and luxury, moves into Sagittarius/ Purva Ashada on January 14th until 25th 2021. This transit has promise for a lasting romantic affair, with a secure and protected feeling, though you may also be in the mood for adventure. You have done enough building and preparation and the time has come to […] January 5, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 11 – 20 ~ Mercury (in Shravana) ~ Success from speaking and listening Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from January 11th to 20th. This is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates particularly to an oral tradition and spoken spiritual knowledge. Mercury is in Capricorn alongside philosophical Jupiter and ambtious Saturn during […] January 4, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 10 – 23 ~ Sun (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Shine a light on your ambitions The Sun, planet of ego and self-expression, is in Uttara Ashada between January 10th and 23rd, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is polished, educated and diplomatic, and its Shakti, or unique gift, is for ‘Unchallenged Victory’, so putting work in at the start of an enterprise promises ultimate […] January 4, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 6 – 18 ~ Jupiter (in Shravana) ~ Expansion combines with impulse Jupiter, planet of faith and philosophy, is in the first pada of Shravana in the zodiacal sign of Capricorn from January 7th to 21st. Shravana is an auspicious Vishnu-ruled nakshatra which is symbolized by the Ear, and associates with wisdom, learning, and especially oral knowledge. Though Capricorn is not its natural sign territory, Jupiter has […] January 4, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 3 – 14 ~ Venus (in Mula) ~ Get into the soul of your relationship Venus, planet of art and relating, is in Sagittarius-Mula from January 3rd to 14th, the nakshatra associated with the essentials and foundations. This is time to explore the basics in your relationship, to drill down past superficial appearances and get into the heart of the matter. Mula’s symbol is a Root, which shows its position […] January 3, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 2 – 11 ~ Mercury (in Shravana) ~ Win the debate without an argument Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from January 2nd to 11th, the nakshatra that spans the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. This is an auspicious asterism that emphasises diplomacy and balance, and its Shakti for ‘Uncontested Victory’ points to using careful negotiation. You may reap the benefits of work already […] January 2, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 1 – 7 ~ Venus (Gandanta) ~ Mixed messages in love From January 1st to 7th, Venus, planet of love and luxury moves from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula. This is the Gandanta knot between water and fire signs and also the gap between nakshatras, a double ‘sandhi’ that makes this area unsupported and have somewhat of a fated quality. Venus goes from the passion and intensity of […] January 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits December 25 – January 2 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ Make your own manifesto Mercury, planet of communication, is in Sagittarius-Purva Ashada from December 25th to January 2nd, the nakshatra which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva Ashada is associated with invincibility and its Shakti or unique power, is for Invigoration, so you bring a new approach into your mental life, speech and writing. Mercury here sees you making a […] December 24, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits December 24 – January 4 ~ Venus (in Jyeshta) ~ Find your romantic courage Venus, planet of relationship and values, is in Jyeshta in the sign of Scorpio from December 24th 2020 until January 4th 2021. Jyeshta’s name is ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so your love life centres on taking responsibility for your partner or a larger group of people. You […] December 22, 2020November 6, 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 – Saturn in Uttara Bhadrapada Pada 3 Saturn, planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada (part) Three of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada within Pisces from March 21st to April 17th, 2026. Your Predictions Saturn finally moves out of the first quarter of the sign of Pisces, having remained in this area since March 2025. You break free of […] Written by Align27 March 19, 2026March 18, 2026
Your Predictions – Mars in Purva Bhadrapada Mars, planet of strength and competition, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 20th to April 6th 2026, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your Predictions Purva’s symbol of the front side of a bed represents clearing and removing old obstacles, while its Shakti of ‘the power of spiritual fire’ represents a […] Written by Align27 March 18, 2026March 18, 2026
Apr 13 – May 15 ~ Sun Exaltation (in Aries) ~ Kickstart your year The Sun, planet of Self and centre of the cosmos, is in its exaltation sign of Aries from April 13th to May 15th 2026. This dynamic transit brings a sense of forward progress where you get on with your plans in spontaneous style, without overthinking. ‘Mesha Sankranti’ on April 13th is a kind of astrological […] Written by Align27 March 16, 2026March 16, 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