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
Transits May 16 – June 7 ~ Mars (in Punarvasu) ~ Taking aim at your goals Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Punarvasu, spanning the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from May 16th to June 7th 2021. Punarvasu is associated with renewal and replenishment, where your supplies are restocked after the emotional outpouring of the previous Ardra nakshatra. Having a goal to work towards gives you inspiration over and […] April 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 14 – June 14 ~ Sun-Rahu conjunction in Taurus ~ A light in the darkness The Sun, star of self and creativity, comes together with Rahu, the shadow planet of desire, in Taurus from May 14th to June 14th. This transit sees a clash of opposing energies, where the Sun brings light and confidence, while Rahu tests your self-belief and brings an exaggerated or distorted sense of your own ability. […] April 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 12 – 23 ~ Venus (in Rohini) ~ Love for the long term Venus, planet of love and art, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 12th to 23rd 2021. This is a highlight transit, where Rohini’s qualities of beauty, charm and flirtation provide a perfect setting for Venus, in addition to its links to agriculture and fertility. This nakshatra is classically feminine, associating […] April 26, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 11 – 24 ~ Sun (in Krittika) ~ Energy to burn The Sun, symbol of self and creativity, is in the nakshatra of Krittika spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 24th. This is a warlike, rajasic asterism, which up to May 14th is still within the Sun’s sign of exaltation, so your energy flows and you are energetic and passionate for […] April 26, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 6 – 16 ~ Mercury (in Rohini) ~ Creative and artistic thought Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in Rohini within the zodiacal sign of Taurus from May 6th to 16th 2021. Rohini is a nakshatra famed for earthy beauty and charm, a flirtatious nature and links with agriculture and fertility. Plans grow and flourish here, you can make good contacts, have the gift of speech, […] April 15, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 1 – 12 ~ Venus (in Krittika) ~ Romantic passion and fire Venus, the planet of love and relationship, is in Krittika, the nakshatra that spans the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, between May 1st and 12th 2021. Krittika is represented by a flame or razor and its ruling deity is Agni, the personification of sacred fire. Venus here gives you fiery passion in a romantic […] April 13, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 29 – May 6 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Thought and speech cuts through Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from April 29th to May 6th 2021. Krittika’s Shakti, or special power is ‘To Burn’, and while this may show sharp, stinging words, burning is also a way of purification where you get important matters off […] April 12, 2021November 5, 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