Transits October 10 – 23 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Work hard on your self-expression. Sun, planet of the self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 23rd. Chitra’s Shakti, or unique gift, is the ‘power to collect merit’, so you are invested in good works and business which produces a life-supporting effect. You […] October 14, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 9 – 20 ~ Venus (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Relaxed romantic fun. Venus, planet of relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’, from October 9th until 20th 2020. Purva is a more relaxed version of the previous Magha nakshatra and puts the emphasis on restfulness and pleasure. Its ruling deity is Aryaman, one of the Adityas, who has qualities of leadership and integrity, plus power […] October 14, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 14 – November 3 ~ Mercury (Retrograde) ~ A second chance to make a good impression. Mercury goes retrograde in Libra-Swati from October 14th, before reversing back into Chitra by October 27th and then turns direct on November 3rd. This is a medium-length retrograde period of 21 days, where Mercury’s movement remains steady, and as such it avoids the drawn-out frustration of the longest and slowest retrograde phases. There are […] October 12, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 4 – December 25 ~ Mars (Retrograde) ~ Work smart, not hard. Mars, planet of energy and competition, goes retrograde into Pisces-Revati on October 4th, altogether until December 25th 2020. Its retrograde phase stretches until November 14th, which for a naturally pushy and aggressive planet needs careful handling: most situations can wait if you see progress towards a goal, but you are easily frustrated now when […] October 5, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 28 – October 27 ~ Mercury (in Swati) ~ Express yourself in style. Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from September 28th until October 27th, which includes part of its retrograde phase starting October 14th. Swati is associated with classic Libran qualities: intellect, justice and forgiveness, and you may have been through a struggle or disagreement with someone and […] September 29, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 28 – October 9 ~ Venus (in Magha) ~ Love takes you out of yourself. Venus, planet of relationship, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo from September 28th until October 9th. Magha is a showy and flamboyant energy within fiery Leo, which translates to ‘The Mighty’ and is symbolized by a royal throne-room, showing big ambition, and Venus here has the desire to make a […] September 29, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 26 – October 10 ~ Sun (in Hasta) ~ Turning your hand to a new craft. The Sun is in Hasta from September 26th to October 10th, the nakshatra of the hand and handicraft. As Hasta’s ruling devata, the Sun has a clear affinity with this area of the sky, giving a confident and generous nature within the humbler and earthier approach of Virgo. This is also a masculine, fiery, […] September 28, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 23 ~ Rahu (in Mrigashira) ~ Combine desire with mind power. Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and the exotic, enters the second pada of Mrigashira within the sign of Taurus on September 23rd. The sign change is a big moment, as Rahu moves from Gemini into Taurus after eighteen tumultuous months, with the 2020 portion in particular being the most eventful of all. A new section […] September 17, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 23 ~ Ketu (in Jyeshta) ~ Stand up for your spiritual beliefs. Ketu, shadow planet of spirituality and renunciation, enters the fourth pada of Jyeshta in the sign of Scorpio on September 23rd. This is a major shift for the South Node, after eighteen eventful months in Sagittarius, it moves into quiet, intense Scorpio and brings its transformative energy into a new section of your chart. […] September 17, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 6 – 20 ~ Jupiter (in Purva Ashada) ~ Your belief system is born again. Jupiter is going in forwards motion, and from September 19th enters Purva Ashada Pada 4, the last segment of this nakshatra, until October 30th. This still remains within the sign of Sagittarius, where Jupiter is most at home, so you have the talent to think big, to plan and be prophetic and create the future […] September 16, 2020November 6, 2021
May 29 – Jun 1 ~Jupiter, Mercury, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Fun and variety Mercury, planet of communication, is conjunct with romantic Venus and expansive Jupiter from May 29th to June 1st, 2026. This short transit combines both planetary friends and enemies in a complex mixture, where your thinking and relating take on a wider and more cosmopolitan tone. Mercury and Venus are firm planetary allies that work together […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 25 – Jun 2 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for answers Mercury, planet of communication, is in Mrigashira from May 25th to June 2nd 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This nakshatra’s mythical symbol of a Deer being pursued across the skies by Brahma, the Creator, represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for intelligence and enlightenment, […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2026April 7, 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