Transits October 28 – November 6 ~ Mercury (in Chitra) ~ Make a smart, creative decision Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Chitra from October 28th to November 6th, where it goes over the area it covered from the middle of September. Half of Mercury’s recent retrograde phase was in this nakshatra, so you may experience issues from that time once again and bring them to a […] Align27 September 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 31 – November 20 ~ Mars (in Swati) ~ Think your argument through Mars, planet of assertion and desire, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from October 31st to November 20th 2021. This is a time to make your presence felt in a balanced and intellectual style as you raise your leadership credentials. Swati is ruled by Vayu, the Wind God, which is associated with intelligence, […] Align27 September 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 5 – December 7 ~ Ketu (in Anuradha) ~ Intensity with an eye for detail Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and nonattachment, enters the second pada of Anuradha in the sign of Scorpio on October 5th. Anuradha is an auspicious nakshatra whose symbol of a Triumphal Arch holds the promise of success, and is also associated with good relations and personal friendship. Pada two is underpinned by Virgo navamsha […] Align27 September 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 11 – 31 ~ Mars (in Chitra) ~ Build smart and fight fair Mars, planet of energy and competition, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the zodiacal sign of Virgo and half in Libra from October 11th until October 31st. Chitra translates to ‘the brilliant’ and its symbol of a shining jewel speaks to the star’s brightness in the sky, which sees you drawn to both […] Align27 September 28, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 27 – November 2 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ A sudden romantic switch Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between zodiacal signs and nakshatras from October 27th to November 2nd 2021. Gandanta translates to ‘knot-end’ where the junction of zodiacal signs and lunar asterisms meet, creating a mini-chasm and here, an unstable romantic scenario. This crossover occurs at the cusps of fire and […] Align27 September 27, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 9 – 28 ~ Mercury (in Hasta) ~ Grab a second opportunity Mercury, planet of the mind, is retrograde in Hasta nakshatra from October 9th to 28th 2021, returning through its recent position of early September. This retro phase lasts until October 19th, as Mercury remains in Hasta and its strong sign of Virgo, and you are perfectly placed to take advantage of a new or repeating […] Align27 September 27, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 24 – November 6 ~ Sun (in Swati) ~ Find new romantic inspiration The Sun, planet of light and identity, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th 2021. Swati brings a focus on fairness and balance, where you act as an ambassador or go-between, and art, justice and forgiveness also come to the fore. You have tact, diplomacy and the confidence to back […] Align27 September 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 17 – 30 ~ Venus (in Jyeshtha) ~ Find your romantic courage Venus, planet of relationship and values, enters Jyeshtha from October 17th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshtha is ‘the elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so you focus on taking charge of your love life and relations with a larger group of people. You are the […] Align27 September 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 10 – 24 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Shed light on your creativity Sun, planet of self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 24th. Chitra’s Shakti is the ‘power to collect merit’, so you are invested in good works and business which produces a life-supporting effect. You have a flair for […] Align27 September 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits October 5 – December 7 ~ Rahu (in Krittika) ~ A meeting of material and spiritual Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, is in pada four of Krittika nakshatra from October 5th 2021. This pada relates to Pisces Navamsha, the subchart of spirituality and relationship, which gives an underlying mystical and romantic side to Rahu’s daily obsessions. Krittika is a fiery asterism symbolized by a flame or razor blade, […] Align27 September 8, 2021November 5, 2021
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