Transits May 15 – 29 Jupiter (in Krittika) ~ Expand your dream Jupiter, the planet of protection and expansion, is in Pada (part) Three of Krittika, in the sign of Taurus, from May 15th to 29th 2024. Krittika is represented by a Flame or Razor and its ruling deity Agni embodies sacred fire. Pada three of this asterism relates to Aquarius navamsa, the subtle chart of […] Align27 April 22, 2024April 22, 2024
Transits May 16 – 27 Venus (in Krittika) ~ Burning romantic affection Venus, the planet of love and relationship, is in Krittika, the nakshatra that crosses the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, from May 16th to 27th 2024. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or Razor gives your affections fire and passion, and its ruling deity, Agni, the embodiment of sacred fire, gives you a headstrong romantic […] Align27 April 22, 2024April 22, 2024
Transits May 14 – June 1 Mars (in Revati) ~ Giving great protection Mars, a planet of action and competition, enters the nakshatra of Revati, in the sign of Pisces from May 14th to June 1st, 2024. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Wealthy’ and promises fortune and fine personal qualities, as you put your strength and energy into projects which increase your prosperity. Revati is particularly favourable to […] Align27 April 22, 2024April 22, 2024
Transits April 22 – 27 Your Karmic Relationship Forecast Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between April 22nd to 27th 2024. 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 on April 23rd into fierier […] Align27 April 17, 2024April 17, 2024
Transits May 12 – August 18 Saturn (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Building your love life Saturn, the planet of karma and success, enters pada (part) two of Purva Bhadrapada in Aquarius from May 12th to August 18th, 2024. Purva Pada Two relates to Taurus navamsha, ruled by Venus, which gives you a slow and deliberate quality that harmonizes with Saturn’s cautious and constructive style. You can build a new structure […] Align27 April 15, 2024April 15, 2024
Transits May 11 – 24 Sun (in Krittika) ~ Burn away excess The Sun, a symbol of self and creativity, is in Krittika spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 24th 2024. Krittika is a warlike and rajasic nakshatra, which begins in the Sun’s place of exaltation in Aries and gives you a flow of energy and a passionate identity with your goals. […] Align27 April 15, 2024April 15, 2024
Transits May 10 – 21 Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Speak up and decide Mercury, the planet of communication and intellect, is in Ashwini from May 10th to 21st 2024, the nakshatra in Aries known for speed and Quick Action. This is Mercury’s second pass through this asterism, after its recent retrograde transit from late March to early April, and altogether you may have rehearsed and weighed up […] Align27 April 15, 2024April 15, 2024
Transits April 16 – May 1 Predictions – Jupiter in Kritikka (Aries) From April 16th to May 1st, 2024, Jupiter is in the first part of Krittika within the fiery sign of Aries. Jupiter represents wisdom, fortune, expansion, and growth. Krittika Nakshatra, with its association with fire and the cutting through of superficiality, suggests that this period may be particularly beneficial for acquiring deep, transformative knowledge that […] Align27 April 13, 2024April 13, 2024
Transits 7 Conjunctions This Month May 11 – 14 Sun-Mercury Conjunction (in Aries) ~ Think smart and hard Mercury, the planet of the mind, is conjunct with the all-powerful Sun in Aries from May 11th to 14th 2024. This short transit gives you pride in your ideas and communication, and you want full credit for your input into any job […] Align27 April 11, 2024April 29, 2024
Transits May 6 – July 8 Ketu (in Hasta) ~ Use your mind and imagination Ketu, the planet of escape and liberation, is in Hasta Pada (part) Three, from May 6th to July 8th 2024. This nakshatra’s symbol of a Hand is associated with craft and skill, along with a careful touch around money, which balances Ketu’s usual otherworldliness. Pada three of Hasta relates to Gemini navamsa, the underlying chart […] Align27 April 11, 2024April 11, 2024
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