Transits August 30 – September 13 ~ Sun (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Earn your right to take it easy Sun, the planet of spirit and self-expression, is in Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’, from August 30th to September 13th, 2024. This nakshatra falls in zodiacal Leo where the Sun is strong and at home, and Purva’s symbol of a Hammock gives you a laid-back style, with effortless confidence. You are relaxed and good […] July 18, 2024July 18, 2024
Transits August 22 – September 2 ~ Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Be alive to a hidden message Venus, the planet of art and relationship, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from August 22nd to September 2nd, 2024. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock speaks to this nakshatra’s easy-going nature, where relating on a heart level balances any tendency to overthink a relationship. You enjoy helping people, being in […] July 18, 2024July 18, 2024
Transits August 22 – September 4 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Speaking the hidden truth Mercury, the planet of thought and intelligence, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 22nd to September 4th, 2024. This transit begins with Mercury retrograde up to September 29th, where the planet returns through the place it occupied in mid-July 2024. You may be reconciling a decision or looking into a possible purchase from that time, and […] July 18, 2024July 18, 2024
Articles Is Saturn Favorable in Your Birth Chart? In Vedic Astrology, Saturn is considered the planet of restriction, discipline, patience and endurance. Its position in your birth chart significantly influences your life as Saturn is the planet that rules our “Karma”. You can analyze your birth chart in various ways to find the strength and favorability of Saturn. One of the world’s best Vedic astrologers, […] July 16, 2024September 13, 2024
Transits August 20 – September 22 ~ Jupiter (in Mrigashira) ~ A restless quest for knowledge Jupiter, the planet of education and protection, enters pada (part) one of Mrigashira from August 20th to September 22nd, as part of its swift movement through the sign of Taurus. Mrigashira’s myth of a pursuit driven by desire reflects your goals of knowledge and security, and the thrill of the chase now has a definite […] July 15, 2024July 15, 2024
Transits August 18 – October 3 ~ Saturn (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Focus your intent Saturn, the planet of karma and success, re-enters pada (part) one of Purva Bhadrapada from August 18th to October 3rd, 2024, in the Aquarius portion of this nakshatra. This is part of Saturn’s retrograde cycle, where it goes back over the area it covered in April and May of this year, and you decide whether […] July 15, 2024July 15, 2024
Articles Relationship, Career & Confidence Forecast Mars in Krittika Nakshatra (Aries and Taurus) – Get things done Mars, a planet of energy and assertiveness, is in Krittika, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, between July 7th and 27th, 2024. There are two distinct portions to this nakshatra; first in fiery, assertive Aries where Mars is at home, […] July 9, 2024July 9, 2024
Transits August 18 – September 7 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Going out on a mental limb Mercury, the planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from August 18th to September 7th, 2024. This double-junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, where an unstable and karmic quality makes it hard […] July 9, 2024July 9, 2024
Transits 3 Conjunctions This Month August 17 – 22 Mercury, Sun (conjunction in Leo) ~ Dramatic powers of speech Mercury, the planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the Sun in Leo from August 17th to 22nd 2024. This transit is part of Mercury’s retrograde phase up to August 29th, where you are reviewing your options and perhaps going […] July 5, 2024July 18, 2024
Transits August 12 – 29 ~ Mercury Combust (in Leo, Cancer) ~ Get a firm hold of the facts Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is combusted by the life-giving Sun from August 12th to 29th 2024. Combustion arises when Mercury is close to the Sun and burnt up in the solar glare, and you lose your power to communicate and think clearly. Mercury becomes literally invisible in the sky and symbolically leaves […] July 5, 2024July 5, 2024
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
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
May 11 – 25 ~ Sun (in Krittika) ~ Burn away excess The Sun, symbol of self and creativity, is in Krittika, spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 25th 2025. Krittika is a warlike and rajasic nakshtara, which begins in the Sun’s place of exaltation in Aries, and gives you a flow of energy and a passionate identity with your goals. This […] 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