Transits June 4 – July 12 ~ Saturn Retrograde (in Aquarius) ~ Set up your ground rules Saturn, planet of karma and success, goes retrograde in Aquarius-Dhanishtha on June 4th until July 12th 2022. This is the planet’s annual five-month backwards phase where themes of the year so far repeat and are ground in for the long term. Saturn is in Aquarius for only a short time before it reverts back into its […] May 24, 2022May 17, 2022
Transits June 3 – July 1 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Sharing higher knowledge Jupiter, planet of expansion and protection, is in the third pada of Uttara Bhadrapada from June 3rd to July 1st 2022. Uttara is a benevolent nakshatra associated with renunciation, and its symbol is the back legs of a bed, or a person facing two different ways. It is known for being well-educated and possessing a […] May 23, 2022May 10, 2022
Transits May 25 – Jun 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Shine a light on your lifestyle The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and now is the time to put your focus on new opportunities with solar pride and identity wrapped up in them. The Sun shines a light […] May 15, 2022May 2, 2022
Transits May 23 – Jun 4 ~ Venus (in Ashwini) ~ Make the first move Venus, planet of love and art, is in Aries-Ashwini from May 23rd, the first nakshatra in the first zodiacal sign. Ashwini is associated with speed and courage, and its Shakti or special power is for Quick Action, so this transit sees you getting started with a relationship, or reacting to somebody’s bold romantic move. Venus […] May 13, 2022July 18, 2022
Transits May 21 – Jun 8 ~ Mars (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ A finer kind of action Mars, planet of energy and action, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from May 21st 2022. This nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces is known for benevolence and renunciation, and its symbol is the front legs of a bed, or a person facing both ways. It gives you an intelligent and inquiring nature and a focus […] May 11, 2022May 2, 2022
Transits May 20 – 26 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Bridging the gap in love Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between May 20th and 26th. This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs and also nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and unstable. Venus goes from its most powerful point of all in Pisces on May 21st […] May 10, 2022May 2, 2022
Transits May 15 – Jun 3 ~Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Combine intellect and intuition Jupiter, the planet of expansion and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada two, from May 15th 2022. Uttara is associated with benevolence and renunciation, and its symbol is the back legs of a bed, or twins – or perhaps a person facing both ways. Pada two of this asterism relates to Virgo in the relationship […] May 5, 2022April 27, 2022
Transits May 14 – Jun 18 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Sharp thought and speech Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, retrogrades into the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 14th, all the way to June 18th 2022. This is an extended period for Mercury in this asterism, bringing greater focus on all its affairs and giving you the opportunity to concentrate your thinking. […] May 4, 2022April 27, 2022
Transits May 12 – 23 ~ Venus (in Revati) ~ A romantic path between extremes Venus, planet of love and art, enters the nakshatra of Revati, in the sign of Pisces on May 12th. Venus is at its most powerful in this constellation, giving you an irresistible romantic nature and a power of belief that is truly transformative. Having faith not only inspires a lover or friend but helps turn […] May 2, 2022April 21, 2022
Transits May 11 – 25 ~ Sun (in Krittika) ~ Shed light and burn away the old The Sun, symbol of self and creativity, is in the nakshatra of Krittika spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 25th. Krittika is warlike and rajasic, and up to May 14th remains within the Sun’s place of exaltation, so your energy flows and you are energetic and passionate for your beliefs […] May 1, 2022April 21, 2022
Thai Poosam – The Ultimate Day to Remedy Mars with Your Mantra The Significance of Thai Poosam Thai Poosam is celebrated in the Tamil month of Thai when the Moon transits Pushya Nakshatra (poosam in tamil). This day is primarily dedicated to Lord Murugan (the deity of Mars), also known as Kartikeya, the divine son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. On this day, Goddess Parvati presented […] Written by Align27 January 29, 2026January 30, 2026
Health and Longevity – Ratha Saptami Rituals Ratha Saptami – Cleanse, Heal and Recharge Imagine a day when the energy of the Sun is at its peak-offering a powerful opportunity to cleanse, heal, and recharge. Ratha Saptami, also known as the Sun’s Birthday (Surya Jayanti), is an ancient Vedic tradition that marks the transition of the Sun towards the northern hemisphere, symbolizing […] Written by Align27 January 23, 2026January 23, 2026
Your Predictions – Mercury in Purva Bhadrapada Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from February 15th to March 10th 2026, in the Pisces portion of this nakshatra. Your Predictions This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde motion starting February 26th, which is an important point for your decision-making and communication. This transit is also a repeat of Mercury’s movement […] Written by Align27 February 14, 2026February 14, 2026
Solar Eclipse in Dhanishta Nakshatra – Predictions and Remedies On February 17, a powerful Solar Eclipse takes place with the Sun and Moon together in Dhanishta Nakshatra in Aquarius. Mars is also strongly connected to this eclipse energy, adding intensity and action. At the same time, Venus, Rahu, and Mercury are all in Aquarius as well, which means a total of five planets are […] Written by Align27 February 13, 2026February 15, 2026
Your Predictions – Mars in Dhanishtha Mars, planet of energy and action, is in Dhanishta from February 14th to March 3rd 2026, across the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Your Predictions This is the nakshatra where Mars is strongest, and it finds you with special stamina and leadership potential, as you summon all these qualities to impress by knowing exactly what […] Written by Align27 February 12, 2026February 12, 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