Transits May 31 – June 12 ~ Mars (in Gandanta) ~ Wait for the right moment to strike Mars, a planet of energy and dynamism is in the Gandanta zone between water and fire zodiacal signs and nakshatras from May 31st to Jun 12th 2025. This transit brings the end to Mars’s long transit through Cancer going back to October 2024 and sees your actions and decisions crossing an important line. Cancer and […] Align27 April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
Transits May 30 – June 13 ~ Jupiter (in Mrigashira) ~ A deeper dive into knowledge Jupiter, the planet of education and protection, is in pada (part) four of Mrigashira from May 30th to June 13th, 2025, the nakshatra whose myth depicts a pursuit driven by desire. This important phase sees your mental horizons expand and this is an excellent time to pursue a new subject area. Jupiter’s goals of knowledge […] Align27 April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
Transits May 28 – June 3 ~ Mercury (in Rohini) ~ Seeing your ideas flow and grow Mercury, the planet of communication and commerce, is in Rohini within the zodiacal sign of Taurus from May 28th to June 3rd, 2025. Rohini is famed for its earthy beauty and charm, along with its flirtatious nature and links to agriculture and fertility. Plans grow and flourish where you make good contacts, and have a […] Align27 April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
Transits May 27 – June 3 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Bridging the gap in love Venus, the planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between May 27th and June 3rd, 2025. This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs, and nakshatras, a double- junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and unstable. Venus goes from its highest degree of exaltation in Pisces into a […] Align27 April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Indulge the finer things The Sun, the planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th, 2025. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and your pride and identity are most heavily invested in earthy, fertile activities that promise reward now and in the future. This nakshatra has […] Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
Transits May 21 – 28 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Cut to the heart of an idea Mercury, the planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 21st to 28th 2025. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or a Razor is ruled by Agni, the Sacred Fire, and its energy gives you mental zest, passion and spontaneity. You put your plans […] Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
Transits May 18 – July 20 ~ Ketu (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A mystical education Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and spirituality, is in Pada (part) One of Uttara Phalguni from May 18th to July 20th, 2025. This transit sees Ketu move into zodiacal Leo where it adds a fiery quality to your desire for escape. Uttara pada one relates to Sagittarius navamsha, which integrates well with Ketu’s search […] Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
Transits May 18 – July 20 ~ Rahu (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Making a rational transformation Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in Purva Bhadrapada Pada (part) Three May 18th to July 20th, 2025, the nakshatra associated with burning and purging. Rahu also shifts into zodiacal Aquarius at this point, where it sits well in the sign of progressive thinking and experimentation. Pada three of Purva Bhadrapada relates […] Align27 April 9, 2025April 9, 2025
Transits May 16 – June 11 ~ Mercury Combust (in Aries) ~ A genius idea is tested Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is combusted by the all-powerful Sun from May 16th to June 11th, 2025. As it moves towards the Sun’s burning light, Mercury becomes invisible in the sky and increasingly powerless in the horoscope. Combustion is like an eclipse when these two planets are at their closest, and your […] Align27 April 9, 2025April 9, 2025
Transits May 16 – 31 ~ Venus (in Revati) ~ Romantic light and shade Venus, the planet of love and art, is in the nakshatra of Revati from May 16th to 31st, in the final part of its extended transit through Pisces in 2025. Venus is at its most powerful in this constellation, where you have an irresistible romantic nature and a power of belief that is positively transformative. […] Align27 April 9, 2025April 9, 2025
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