Transits August 17 – 30 ~ Sun (in Magha) ~ Leave your old level behind Sun, planet of heart and ego, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo on August 17th until 30th. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Grand’ and its symbol of a Royal Throne Room gives the all-powerful Sun a regal quality, which is backed up with your stamina and willpower. In the Sun’s home […] August 7, 2022July 25, 2022
Transits August 16 – October 18 ~ Rahu (in Bharani) ~ Rebirthing your relationships Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and difference, enters Bharani nakshatra pada three in the sign of Aries from Aug 16th to Oct 18th 2022. Bharani means ‘she who bears’, and its symbol of a Vulva is associated with giving birth, either in the sense of creative ideas, or actually bearing children. Pada three of […] August 6, 2022July 25, 2022
Transits August 16 – October 18 ~ Ketu (in Vishakha) ~ Channel your spiritual energy Ketu, the Moon’s South Node, ruling intuition and sacrifice, is in pada one of Vishakha from August 16th to October 18th 2022, the nakshatra symbolized by a Victory Arch. Success comes through Ketu’s power of intuition and in going beyond the material, though there are definite guidelines to follow to find success. Pada one of […] August 6, 2022July 25, 2022
Transits August 13 – 20 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Crossing the karmic bridge Sun, the day-star and symbol of self, moves through the Cancer-Leo Gandanta zone from August 13th to 20th 2022. This ‘knot-end’ passage also forms the boundary between Ashlesha and Magha nakshatras, where the double-gap makes a loose and un-anchored transit, as the Solar principle loses its power to act decisively. You may end up with […] August 3, 2022July 13, 2022
Transits August 9 – 20 ~ Venus (in Pushya) ~ A relationship sustains and protects Venus, planet of art, luxury and relationship, is in Pushya in the sign of Cancer from August 9th until 20th 2022. Pushya’s symbol of an Udder gives you maternal-type affections and lends Venus a romantic generosity, where you support your partner and provide security. Everyone wants to feel safe in a relationship and your sense […] July 30, 2022July 13, 2022
Transits August 8 – 18 ~ Mercury (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Giving birth to a shared idea Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Purva Phalguni from August 8th to 18th 2022. This nakshatra translates to ‘the previous red one’ and expresses the pleasure-loving and affectionate side of Leo. You have your own opinion about big issues and like to remain independent, but reserve the right to indulge yourself and have […] July 29, 2022July 13, 2022
Transits August 5 – 27 ~ Mars (in Krittika) ~ Energy to burn Mars, planet of action and assertion, is in Krittika between Aug 5th to Aug 27th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus. Krittika is represented by a Flame or Razor and its ruling deity is Agni, the personification of sacred fire. This is a warlike, rajasic nakshatra, where Mars has a natural […] July 26, 2022July 7, 2022
Transits August 3 – 17 ~ Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ Protecting your investment Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 17th, 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, who acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth. You reflect their worldly wisdom and cunning now, knowing […] July 24, 2022July 7, 2022
Transits July 31 – August 8 ~ Mercury (in Magha) ~ Declare your intent Mercury, planet of media and commerce, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo on July 31st 2022. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Grand’ and its symbol of a Royal Throne-Room shows your communication becoming more confident and outgoing. You arrive at a decision by intuitive certainty, where you already sense the answer […] July 21, 2022June 29, 2022
Transits July 30 – August 2 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From intuition to affirmation Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from July 30th to August 2nd. 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 intervention. It’s hard […] July 20, 2022June 29, 2022
Rituals to Manifest Abundance and Prosperity Lakshmi Jayanti – The Birth of Goddess Lakshmi The full moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna is a special day known as Lakshmi Jayanti-a celebration of the birth of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, prosperity, and abundance. According to ancient scriptures, Lakshmi emerged from the Samudra Manthan (the cosmic churning of the ocean), […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 4, 2026
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
Ketu in Magha – Insights and Remedies Ketu in Magha Nakshatra Magha is not really about power. It is about where power comes from. The throne is the symbol but the throne is not the point. The point is who built it, who sat on it before you, and what they left behind inside the wood. Every person born with strong Magha […] Written by Align27 April 2, 2026April 2, 2026
April 2026 – Important Insights and Remedies This April there will be 23 planetary transits – see what this means for you below. Mars, Saturn Conjunction in Pisces Apr 02 to May 11 Mars, planet of action and energy, is in conjunction with Saturn, planet of boundaries and karma, in the sign of Pisces from April 2nd to May 11th 2026. This […] Written by Align27 April 1, 2026April 2, 2026
May 15 – 29 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Taurus) ~ Speak the simple truth Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct the all-powerful Sun in Taurus from May 15th to 29th 2026. These two planets both enter Taurus at almost the same point, and remain close to each other throughout their stay in this sign. Mercury’s clear-thinking style is rather overwhelmed by the Sun’s glare, and you can become […] 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