Transits February 26 – March 9 ~ Venus (in Shatabhishak) ~ Heal your body and heart Venus, planet of love and luxury, enters Shatabhishak on February 26th until March 9th, the nakshatra contained within the sign of Aquarius. Varuna, God of the Oceans is the presiding devata here, which brings contact with water, long-distance travel overseas or immersion in the inner pool of meditation. Shatabhishak has a reputation for seeking solitude […] Align27 February 2, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 19 – March 4 ~ Sun (in Shatabhishak) ~ Shed light and healing energy The Sun, planet of the soul and self-expression, is in Shatabhishak, the nakshatra within the sign of Aquarius, from February 19th to March 4th 2021. This asterism translates to ‘a hundred physicians’ and its Shakti, or special power, is for Healing. You may be spending time looking after somebody now or giving yourself a little […] Align27 February 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 18 – March 4 ~ Jupiter (in Shravana) ~ Healing quality and wise words Jupiter, planet of expansion and optimism, is moving swiftly through pada four of Shravana nakshatra within the sign of Capricorn from February 18th to March 4th 2021. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, particularly spoken spiritual knowledge, and its fourth pada relates to Cancer navamsha – the relationship and subtle […] Align27 February 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 15 – 26 ~ Venus (in Dhanishtha) ~ Enjoy love and luxury Venus, planet of relationship, values and the arts is in Dhanishtha from February 15th to 26th 2021, the nakshatra which spans the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to wealth and benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, is ‘To Create Opulence and Fame’. This asterism is ruled by the Ashta (eight) Vasus, […] Align27 January 28, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 16 – March 5 ~ Mars (in Kritikka) ~ Energy to burn Mars, planet of energy and assertiveness, is in Kritikka, the nakshatra that spans the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, between February 16th and March 5th 2021. Kritikka is represented by a flame or razor and its ruling deity is Agni, the personification of sacred fire. There are two distinct portions to this nakshatra; first […] Align27 January 28, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 6 – 19 ~ Sun (in Dhanishtha) ~ Shed light and create abundance The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishtha from February 6th to 19th 2021, the nakshatra which crosses the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to wealth and benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, is ‘To create fame and abundance’, where you can step up as a performer and focus […] Align27 January 27, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 4 – 18 ~ Jupiter (in Shravana) ~ Practical words and wisdom Jupiter, planet of expansion and optimism, is in pada three of Shravana nakshatra within the sign of Capricorn from February 4th to 18th 2021. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, particularly spoken spiritual knowledge, and pada three relates to Gemini navamsha – the relationship and spirituality chart. This Mercury-ruled influence gives an […] Align27 January 27, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 4 – 16 ~ Venus (in Shravana) ~ Make all the right connections Venus, planet of art and relationship, is in Shravana from February 4th to 16th, a nakshatra wholly within the zodiacal sign of Capricorn. The Shakti, or unique gift, of this asterism is ‘Making Connection’, and Venus here sees you bonding with a partner over a shared love of the arts, either in romantic affair or […] Align27 January 25, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 5 – 22 ~ Mercury (Retrograde) ~ Get serious about your studies Mercury goes retrograde in the sign and nakshatra of Aquarius-Dhanishtha from January 30th, reversing back into Capricorn by February 5th, before turning direct on February 22nd. This transit is part of a large current focus on Capricorn, where by the New Moon on February 10th there will be six planets in all, including the long-term influence of Jupiter […] Align27 January 25, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 27 – March 30 ~ Ketu (in Jyeshtha) ~ Working on your spiritual life Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and imagination, shifts into the second pada of Jyeshta in the sign of Scorpio from January 27th to March 30th. Pada two of this asterism falls in Capricorn Navamsa – the relationship and spirituality subchart – which gives you a strong organizing instinct and the ability to impose structure […] Align27 January 22, 2021November 6, 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