Transits April 30 – May 12 ~ Venus (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Faith has a transforming effect Venus, planet of love and art, is in Uttara Bhadrapada, in the sign of Pisces, from April 30th to May 12th, the nakshatra whose name literally means ‘beautiful left foot’. This is a benevolent and spiritual zone whose symbol is the back legs of a bed, and Venus in its exaltation sign here gives you […] April 20, 2022April 21, 2022
Transits April 30 ~ Solar Eclipse (in Bharani) ~ Draw a line under the past The first eclipse of the new cycle of Rahu and Ketu in Aries and Libra arrives with a partial Solar Eclipse in Aries-Bharani on April 30th. This event brings a fiery flavour with the Sun and Moon coming together in combustible, decisive Aries, signifying a new beginning where old conditions are swept away and left […] April 20, 2022April 7, 2022
Transits April 29 – June 12 ~ Saturn (in Dhanishtha) ~ Create wealth from wisdom Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in pada three of Dhanishtha from April 29th, as it moves into the sign of Aquarius. The third pada of this nakshatra relates to Libra in the relationship and good fortune Navamsha chart, which is Saturn’s sign of exaltation and brings you an underlying sense of balance, […] April 19, 2022April 1, 2022
Transits April 28 – May 15 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Looking at the Grand Scheme Jupiter, the planet of protection and philosophy, is in Uttara Bhadrapada pada one, from April 28th 2022. This nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces is associated with benevolence and renunciation, and its symbol is the back legs of a bed, or twins – or perhaps a two-faced person. Pada One of Uttara relates to […] April 18, 2022April 1, 2022
Transits April 27 – May 11 ~ Sun (in Bharani) ~ Give birth to your inner hero The Sun, symbol of the soul and self-expression, is in Bharani nakshatra, in the zodiacal sign of Aries from April 27th to May 11th 2022. Bharani represents ambition and the original struggle for life, its name means ‘she who bears’ and its symbol, a Yoni, is associated giving birth – both literally, as in bearing […] April 17, 2022March 31, 2022
Transits April 22 – May 6 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Scalpel-like speech Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from April 22nd 2022. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or a Razor is ruled by Agni, the Sacred Fire, whose energy gives you passion and spontaneity. You put your plans and ambitions through a period of […] April 12, 2022March 31, 2022
Transits April 18 – 30 ~ Venus (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Clear your path for new love Venus, planet of love and the arts, is in Purva Bhadrapada from April 18th, the nakshatra which reaches across the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Purva Bhadrapada’s Shakti, or unique gift, to ‘raise the spiritual fire’ shows purging and cleansing, and with Venus here you are breaking away from the past and releasing old baggage. […] April 8, 2022March 30, 2022
Transits April 16 – May 3 ~ Mars (in Shatabhishak) ~ Break through old boundaries Mars moves into Shatabishta within the sign of Aquarius on April 16th, a nakshatra of mysticism and independent spirit. Shatabishta’s name translates literally to ‘one hundred physicians’, and its Shakti or special quality, for Healing, may see you adopting a new diet or exploring an exotic or offbeat wellness regime. Protect yourself and attend your […] April 6, 2022April 1, 2022
Transits April 14 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ Give birth to a new idea Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Aries on April 14th. Bharani’s name means ‘she who bears’, its symbol is a Vulva and its meaning is bound up with giving birth, both as in bearing children and hatching a plan or creative thinking. Bright, inventive Mercury sees […] April 4, 2022March 29, 2022
Transits April 14 – 27 ~ Sun (in Ashwini) ~ Kickstart your year The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, enters Aries-Ashwini on April 14th until 27th, the sign and nakshatra both associated with speed and courage. This moment is ‘Mesha Sankranti’, the Sun’s entry into the first zodiacal sign, where it is also strongest and most respected, at the start of a new astrological year. Ashwini’s Shakti, […] April 4, 2022March 28, 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