Transits December 5 – 16 ~ Venus (in Mula) ~ Get past surface appearances Venus, planet of romance and security, enters Sagittarius-Mula from December 5 to December 16th, the nakshatra associated with essentials and foundations. Mula’s symbol of a Root shows you getting into ultimate values and setting up a foundation for your partnership going forwards. At home or in business, it’s a good time to work down past […] November 25, 2022November 30, 2022
Transits December 4 – February 24, 2023 ~ Mars (in Rohini) ~ Assert yourself in style Mars, planet of energy and initiative, is in Rohini nakshatra within the sign of Taurus from December 4th to February 24th 2023. This is a repeat of Mars’s transit from late August to late September of 2022, and events and activities set in motion at that time come around for a reprise. You may have […] November 25, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits December 3 – 12 ~ Mercury (in Mula) ~ Get into the root causes Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in thenakshatra of Mula within Sagittarius on December 3rd until 12th2022, the nakshatra associated with the bare essentials and getting under the surface. Mula translates to ‘Root’, which is reflected in its placement at ourastronomical Galactic Centre, and its symbolic association with paring down and getting to the […] November 24, 2022November 1, 2022
Transits December 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Shining light on a contest The Sun is in Jyeshta from December 3rd to 16th, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol is an Umbrella or Talisman. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a leading and responsible role. You may […] November 24, 2022November 30, 2022
Transits December 2 – 8 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Undoing a romantic knot Venus, planet of love and art, is in the gandanta zone between Jyeshta-Scorpio and Mula-Sagittarius from December 2nd to 8th 2022. Gandanta translates to ‘knot-end’ and brings together the junction of fire and water signs, creating a mini-chasm and unstable conditions. Jyeshta-Mula gandanta is a particularly volatile and unpredictable phase, with the contrast of Scorpio’s […] November 23, 2022November 2, 2022
Transits November 30 – December 5 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From instinct to higher thinking Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 30th to December 5th 2022. This junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Jyeshta through the first of Mula, bringing an uncertain atmosphere and karmic patterning. Communication and contractual […] November 20, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits November 24 – December 3 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshta from Nov 24th to Dec 3rd, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata Indra, King of the Gods, sees you stepping up and taking responsibility as a spokesperson and voice of experience. Either you are dealing with older […] November 14, 2022October 18, 2022
Transits November 24 – December 5 ~ Venus (in Jyeshta) ~ Fight a romantic battle Venus, planet of relationship and values, enters Jyeshta from Nov 24th to December 5th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshta is ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so your love life centres on taking charge around your partner and a larger group of people. You […] November 14, 2022October 18, 2022
Transits November 19 – December 3 ~ Sun (in Anuradha) ~ Belief brings victory The Sun, planet of light and self, enters Anuradha on November 19th until December 3rd 2022. This is a gentler and more sensitive asterism within tough, intense Scorpio, whose Shakti, or unique power, ‘To Worship’, sees you tapping into enhanced faith and spirituality. The Sun sheds light wherever it travels, so you can uncover private […] November 9, 2022October 14, 2022
Transits November 15 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ Sending a signal of cooperation Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from Nov 15th to Nov 24th. This transit gives you a flair for business and networking, and an intense and deep-reaching way of communication, where you are not content with superficial appearances. Anuradha is a softer and more celebratory asterism […] November 5, 2022November 7, 2022
Holi – The Colorful Victory of Light over Darkness Spring’s arrival will be welcomed on 2nd-3rd March with the much-loved festival of colors, Holi. Holi festival lasts for a night and a day, starting on the evening of the Purnima (Full Moon) which falls in the Vedic month of Phalguna. The first evening is known as ‘Holika Dahan’ or ‘Chhoti Holi’ and the following […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 4, 2026
Ashtalakshmi: Activate Life’s Eight Wealths The festival of Lakshmi Panchami is coming up on March 22/23, and as we honor the Goddess of Wealth we are offered the ideal opportunity to reflect on and feel grateful for the many different forms of wealth we have in our lives. Material wealth is needed for us to live in today’s world and […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 2, 2026
Do’s & Don’ts For April What to do and what not to do – here’s your list for April. Tap below to see personalized do’s and don’ts based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Apr 01 to Apr 13 Mercury in Purva Bhadrapada ~ Look out for double-meaning ✅ Do’sReview past […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 2026
May 14 – Jun 1 ~ Jupiter, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ A philosophy of love Venus, planet of love and art, is conjunct in Gemini with expansive, protective Jupiter from May 14th to June 1st 2026. Jupiter and Venus are both soft and sweet-natured stars, but they work in very different ways and require work and adjustment to fully integrate. Venus is more comfortable than Jupiter in airy Gemini, and […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 2026
May 13 – 19 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Cut to the heart of an idea Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 13th to 19th, 2026. 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 through […] Written by Align27 March 31, 2026March 31, 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