Transits August 16 ~ Mercury (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Speak and share in style Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni from August 16th, the nakshatra which translates to ‘the previous red one’. Purva’s symbol of a swinging hammock reveals its relaxed nature, more concerned with pure pleasure and affection than lordly and egocentric Magha which came before. You have definite opinions about big issues and like […] July 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 18 – September 14 ~ Jupiter (in Dhanishtha) ~ A second chance to get lucky Jupiter, planet of expansion and philosophy, is retrograde in the third pada of Dhanishtha from August 18th to September 14th 2021. This is the same area Jupiter was in between April 5th to 27th, and many of your experiences from that time arise again and give you a fresh perspective. Dhanishtha Pada Three is in […] July 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 16 – 30 ~ Sun (in Magha) ~ Be yourself and lift everyone’s energy Sun, planet of heart and ego, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo on August 16th until 30th. This is the Sun’s home sign and Magha especially is the Heart of the Lion, the very essence of Leo’s fiery energy. Magha’s name translates to ‘The Grand’ and its symbol is a royal […] July 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 8 – 15 ~ Mercury (in Magha) ~ Make a bold mental leap Mercury, planet of media and commerce, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo on August 8th until 15th 2021. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Grand’ and its symbol is a royal throne-room, where your communication becomes confident and outgoing. You arrive at decisions by intuitive certainty, already sensing the answer to any […] July 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 7 – 10 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Thinking goes from intuition to affirmation Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from August 7th to 10th. This double-junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, and has a quality of instability and karmic interference. It’s hard to […] July 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ Shine a light into the dark Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 16th, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting serpents known in mythology for their deadly venom, but who also acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth. They stand for worldly wisdom and cunning, […] July 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 8 – 19 ~ Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Leisurely style makes prosperity Venus, planet of art and relationship, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from August 8th until 19th 2021. Uttara shares its symbol of a Hammock with the previous asterism, Purva Phalguni, but cools down the egotistical tone and gives an even more easy-going and fun-loving nature. Venus finds you concerned […] July 9, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 3 ~ Ketu (in Anuradha) ~ Combine intensity with inspiration Ketu, the shadow planet of spirituality and intuition, enters the third pada of Anuradha in the sign of Scorpio on August 3rd. Anuradha is an auspicious nakshatra whose symbol of a Gateway or Triumphal Arch gives promise of personal success, and is also associated with good relations and friendship. The third pada relates to Libra […] July 9, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 3 – October 5 ~ Rahu (in Rohini) ~ Step up the revolution Rahu, the shadow planet of material desire, is in the first pada of Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from August 3rd to October 5th. Rohini is a pure expression of Taurus’s earthy and comfort-loving nature, and this sign is also Rahu’s place of exaltation, so you have promise of fulfilment. Your attention is […] July 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 2 – 9 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Uncover secret information Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 2nd to 9th 2021, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the deadly shape-shifting mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. This transit brings out your private and protective streak, where you have empathic instincts but […] July 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Your Palana Devata – The Deity of Sustenance Your Palana Devata is the nurturing deity in your birth chart – the divine energy that sustains you and provides for your material wellbeing. In Vedic astrology, this deity governs the Artha aspect of life, which relates to stability, career, money, and the resources you need for comfort and security. Who is your Palana Devata? […] Written by Align27 October 28, 2025October 28, 2025
You Might Be A Different Sign Than You Thought If you’re checking your birth chart on align27 and notice that some planets are in different zodiac signs than you expected, don’t worry! This might be because you’re more familiar with the Western astrological system, whereas align27 uses Vedic, or Indian astrology. So, what’s the difference between these two systems? Essentially, Western Astrology is based on the tropical zodiac, which aligns […] Written by Align27 October 27, 2025October 27, 2025
Your Predictions – Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio Mercury, planet of communication, is retrograde in Scorpio and Libra from November 9th to 29th 2025, giving you a second chance to profit from a recent opportunity. Your Predictions Mercury is under contrasting influences through this transit, mostly from fiery Mars and wise Jupiter, which sees you being pulled in different directions. You may feel […] Written by Align27 November 7, 2025November 7, 2025
Your Predictions – Venus in Swati + Mars in Combust Venus in Swati – Nov 07 to Nov 18 Venus, planet of love and the arts, is in Swati within the sign of Libra from November 7th to 18th, 2025. Venus in Swati Predictions Swati is associated with subtle qualities of learning and intellect, justice and forgiveness, and Venus’s strong position in its own sign […] Written by Align27 November 5, 2025November 5, 2025
Your Predictions – Sun in Vishakha The Sun, planet of light and self, is in Vishakha from November 6th to 19th 2025, where the Sun emerges gradually from its place of debilitation in Libra and picks up strength in Mars-ruled Scorpio. Your Predictions You go from indecision and reliance on other people’s opinions to courage, decisiveness, and chasing up your goals […] Written by Align27 November 4, 2025November 4, 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