Transits January 1 – 6 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From complexity to simplicity Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from January 1st to 6th 2025. The transition from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area which translates to ‘knot-end’, and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. The ‘knot’ symbol […] December 13, 2024December 13, 2024
Transits Sun in Gandanta – Your Predictions The Sun, the star of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta (karmic) zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshta and Mula Nakshatras from December 12th until 18th 2024. This double junction area extending either side of the zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras brings a period of confusion where your plans have an […] December 8, 2024December 9, 2024
Transits December 27 – February 02, 2025 ~ Saturn (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Make or break time Saturn, the planet of karma and success, re-enters pada (part) one of Purva Bhadrapada from December 27th, 2024 to February 2nd, 2025. This is part of Saturn’s direct movement, where it goes over the area it last covered in late August to October of 2024, and altogether the third time Saturn has been through this […] December 3, 2024December 31, 2024
Transits December 23 – March 19, 2025 ~ Jupiter (in Rohini) ~ A second chance to grow Venus, the planet of relating, comes together with strict, karmic Saturn in the sign of Aquarius from December 29th, 2024 to January 28th, 2025. These two very different-seeming stars are actually planetary friends that carry the promise of building a strong and lasting tie. In Aquarius, Venus-Saturn gives you an open and progressive idea of […] December 3, 2024December 31, 2024
Transits The 7 Big Retrogrades of 2025 While we might be ready to double-check our contracts and stay aware of what we say and do during Mercury Retrograde, Mercury isn’t the only planetary Retrograde to look out for in 2025. Retrogrades are a chance for us to slow down and reflect. They signify a time for us to renew, reassess and reimagine […] December 2, 2024December 9, 2024
Transits Your Monthly Predictions – December 2024 December will feature 12 planetary transits, including retrograde and conjunctions. Here are some highlights! Mars Retrograde in Cancer Dec 6, 2024 to Feb 24, 2025 Mars, planet of action and energy, is retrograde in first Cancer and then Gemini from December 6th until February 24th 2025. Spending an extended time in its sign of debilitation makes your progress slow, and Mars is the […] November 29, 2024November 29, 2024
Transits December 29 – January 28, 2025 ~ Venus, Saturn Conjunction (in Aquarius) ~ A love that lasts Venus, the planet of relating, comes together with strict, karmic Saturn in the sign of Aquarius from December 29th, 2024 to January 28th, 2025. These two very different-seeming stars are actually planetary friends that carry the promise of building a strong and lasting tie. In Aquarius, Venus-Saturn gives you an open and progressive idea of […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits December 28 – January 10, 2025 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashada) ~ React smartly and remain undefeated The Sun, the day star and planet of Self is in Purva Ashadha from December 28th, 2024 to January 10th 2025, the nakshatra which translates to ‘The Unconquered’. This planet represents a heroic quest, where you show courage and overcome obstacles on your path to wisdom. Purvashadha is ruled by Apas, the personification of water, […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits December 24 – January 4, 2025 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshtha from December 24th, 2024 to January 4th, 2025, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. This transit follows from Mercury’s recent retrograde phase in Jyeshta through November and early December and may see issues from that time finally being resolved. Extra information comes to light and […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits December 22 – January 3, 2025 ~ Venus (in Dhanishta) ~ A strong heartbeat Venus, the planet of love and values, is in Dhanishtha from December 22nd, 2024 to January 3rd, 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to goodwill and abundance, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Wealth and Fame’ contains the promise of entry into influential circles. You may […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
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May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Think your experience through Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Three of Magha in the sign of Leo from May 31st to August 1st 2026. Ketu has a bold and flamboyant tone in this nakshatra, where you dramatize your mystical quest and prefer a more public, performative style. Pada Three also relates to […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Aug 1 ~ Rahu (in Shatabhisha) ~ Politics and high principles Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhisha Pada (part) One from May 31st to August 1st, 2026. Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius, and has a special affinity with Shatabisha’s naturally progressive and experimental nature. Pada One of these nakshatra relates to Sagittarius navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 31 – Jun 11 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your romantic commitment Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from May 31st to June 11th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s Shakti, or unique gift, ‘The Power to Acquire Wealth,’ sits well with Venus’s luxury-loving nature and gives the promise of material and emotional abundance. This nakshatra’s symbol of a […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 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