Transits 3 Conjunctions This Month January 4 – 14 Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Taking pride in your ideas Mercury, the planet of the mind, comes together in Sagittarius with the Sun, the star of self-expression, from January 4th to 14th 2025. Sun and Mercury create Budhaditya Yoga, a combination of study, public speaking and business acumen, which you […] December 13, 2024December 27, 2024
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
Hanuman Jayanti Rituals to Ease Saturn’s Influence Hanuman Jayanti is a sacred day that celebrates the spiritual enlightenment of Lord Hanuman, the divine symbol of strength, devotion, and selfless service. It is observed on the full moon of the Vedic month of Chaitra. This year, Hanuman Jayanti falls on a Saturday (April 12th), making it an especially powerful and rare occasion. We […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2025April 11, 2025
Powerful Saturn Remedy on April 12 – Hanuman Chalisa Class This year, Hanuman Jayanti, the sacred day celebrating the birth of Lord Hanuman falls on a Saturday, creating an extraordinary spiritual alignment. Saturdays are ruled by Saturn (Shani), and Lord Hanuman is known for offering protection from Saturn’s intense influence. This makes Saturday, April 12 an extremely rare and powerful day to begin or deepen […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2025April 7, 2025
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 […] Written by Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
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 […] Written by Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
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 […] Written by Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
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