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
Transits July 29 – August 9 ~ Venus (in Punarvasu) ~ A romantic revival Venus, planet of love and luxury, is in Punarvasu from July 29th, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s Shakti, or unique gift, is ‘the power to acquire wealth’ which fits well with Venus’s luxury-loving nature and promises material and emotional abundance. This nakshatra’s symbol of a Quiver of Arrows also […] July 19, 2022June 29, 2022
Aug 1 – Sep 2 ~ Venus Debilitation (in Virgo) ~ Ask the right questions Venus, the planet of love and luxury, is in Virgo from August 1st to September 2nd, 2026. Virgo is the sign of Venus’s debilitation, where it is challenged to express itself easily in relationships, creativity, and all its natural affairs. This transit finds you highly analytical about your partner, where you can feel ill at […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Aug 1 – Oct 3 ~ Ketu (in Magha) ~ Transcendent and romantic Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and liberation, is in Pada (part) Two of Magha in the sign of Leo from August 1st to October 3rd, 2026. Your mystical quest has a more public, performative quality in this nakshatra, which calls for a balance with Ketu’s naturally quiet and otherworldly style. Pada Two also relates […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Aug 1 – Oct 3 ~ Rahu (in Dhanishtha) ~ Marching to your own beat Rahu, the shadow planet of desire, is in Dhanishta pada four from August 1st to October 3rd, 2026. This is a new nakshatra in Rahu’s transit through Aquarius, which focuses on material abundance and success, all issues close to Rahu’s way of seeing the world. Dhanishta’s Shakti, or special gift, to Bestow Wealth and Fame, […] Written by Align27 June 22, 2026June 22, 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