Transits February 12 – March 17 Saturn Combust (in Aquarius) ~ Build up your boundaries Saturn, planet of karma and success, is combust by the Sun in Aquarius from February 12th to March 17th 2024. This transit is between two planetary enemies whose energies have very little in common, so you need a balance and to handle the time carefully. Sun is usually overwhelmed by Saturn’s shadowy influence when these […] February 2, 2024January 31, 2024
Transits February 10 – March 8 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ A slow, steady revolution Saturn, planet of boundaries and karma, is pada (part) three of Shatabhishak, from February 10 to Mar 8 2024. This is new ground for Saturn in Aquarius, as it breaks out of the area it covered in 2023 and pushes further into this sign. You have consolidated your building work of the last twelve months and […] February 1, 2024January 30, 2024
Transits February 9 – 20 Venus (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Remove a block from your relationship Venus, planet of love and luxury is in Uttara Ashada between February 9th and 20th 2024, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is elegant, learned and diplomatic, with the promise of popularity and many friends, and it is ruled by the Ten Vishwadevas, the embodiments of virtue and fine […] January 31, 2024January 30, 2024
Transits February 7 – March 14 Mercury Combust (in Capricorn-Aquarius) ~ Make mental pressure work for you Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together with the all-powerful Sun in Capricorn and Aquarius altogether from February 7th to March 14th 2024. Starting in Capricorn, Mercury comes within range of the Sun, before the two planets separate temporarily between February 14th and 20th, then return again in Aquarius. February 26th to March 1st is […] January 30, 2024January 31, 2024
Transits February 7 – 16 Mercury (in Shravana) ~ Listen as much as you speak Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from February 7th to 16th. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates to an oral tradition and spoken, spiritual knowledge. This asterism’s Shakti, or unique gift, for ‘Connection’, sees you reaching out […] January 30, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits February 6 – 20 Sun (in Dhanishtha) ~ Enjoy a successful performance The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishtha from February 6th to 20th 2024, the nakshatra sitting across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. This nakshatra’s name translates to Wealth and Benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Fame and Abundance’, may see you stepping up as a performer. Dhanishtha’s […] January 29, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits February 3 – 27 Jupiter (in Bharani) ~ Third time lucky Jupiter, planet of protection and philosophy, returns into Bharani pada (part) one, in the sign of Aries, from February 3rd to 27th 2024. This is the area Jupiter went through most recently in November 2023, in retrograde motion, and altogether enters its third and final time in this nakshatra pada. Expect an opportunity from late […] January 29, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits February 1 – 18 Mars (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Take action to remove obstacles Mars, planet of energy and competition, enters Uttara Ashadha, across the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, from February 1st to 18th 2024. Uttara is a cultured nakshatra which emphasises diplomacy and moderation when used in the right way, and fiery Mars’s transit gives you restless and gung-ho energy. You may decide a cut-off point or […] January 29, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits 8 Conjunctions This Month February 1 – 13 Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Capricorn) ~ Taking pride in your ideas Mercury, planet of the mind, comes together in Capricorn with Sun, star of self-expression, from February 1st to 13th 2024. Sun and Mercury create Budhaditya Yoga, a combination for study, public speaking and business skill, which you put to your […] January 29, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits January 30 – February 7 Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Learn through an easy victory Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Uttara Ashada from January 30th to February 7th 2024, the nakshatra across the zodiacal signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s auspicious energy emphasises diplomacy and moderation, and any issues which arise have the potential to be talked-around. This asterism’s Shakti, for ‘Uncontested Victory’, favours careful negotiation, which […] January 20, 2024January 8, 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