Transits 3 Conjunctions in Scorpio This Month November 16 – 27 Mars, Mercury Conjunction (in Scorpio) ~ Walk a line between openness and secrecy Mercury, planet of thought, comes together with forceful, assertive Mars in Scorpio from November 16th to 27th. This is a great transit for mental energy and making your wishes known clearly. Part of you prefers to keep your […] November 6, 2023October 24, 2023
Transits November 12 – 24 Venus (in Hasta) ~ Show off your best skills Venus, planet of relating and luxury, is in the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from November 12th to 24th. This nakshatra is symbolised by the Hand and is known for taking and receiving, and all activities associated with handicraft. You may encounter people who are open-handed in their affections, or else you […] November 2, 2023October 24, 2023
Transits November 8 – 17 Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ Sending a signal of cooperation Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from Nov November 8th to 17th 2023. This transit gives you a flair for business and networking, and an intense and deep-reaching way of communication, where you are not content with surface appearances. Anuradha is a softer and more celebratory […] October 29, 2023October 24, 2023
Transits November 6 – 20 Sun (in Vishakha) ~ Combine dynamism with diplomacy The Sun, planet of light and self, is in Vishakha from November 6th to 20th 2023, where the Sun emerges from its place of debilitation and picks up strength in Mars-ruled Scorpio. You go from indecision and reliance on other people’s opinion, to courage, decisiveness, and chasing up your goals with energy. Vishakha is ruled […] October 27, 2023October 20, 2023
Transits November 3 – 29 Venus, Ketu Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Enjoy a super-fine romantic moment Venus, planet of relationship, comes together with shadowy Ketu in Virgo from November 3rd to 29th 2023. This conjunction gives you an open and self-effacing approach in love, and a desire to put somebody else above you. You may project wonderful qualities on to a friend or partner, and find an unspoken rapport that is […] October 24, 2023October 20, 2023
Transits November 1 – 20 Mars (in Vishakha) ~ Lift your energy to a new level Mars, planet of action and competition, is in Vishakha nakshatra across the signs of Libra and Scorpio from November 1st to 20th 2023. Vishakha’s symbol is a Victory Arch, so your battling energy is on a high and the prospect of a personal triumph is a powerful motivating force. You set standards and raise your […] October 22, 2023October 20, 2023
Transits October 31 – November 26 Jupiter (in Bharani) ~ Enjoy a second taste of freedom Jupiter, planet of protection and expansion, moves in retrograde motion, back into Bharani nakshatra pada (part) one, in the sign of Aries, from October 31st until November 26th 2023. This is the area Jupiter transited through from late June to early July of this year, and an opportunity from that time may reappear now, fully […] October 21, 2023September 28, 2023
Transits October 31 – November 8 Mercury (in Vishakha) ~ Mental victory and high achievement Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence is in Vishakha nakshatra across the signs of Libra and Scorpio from October 31st to November 8th 2023. Vishakha is ruled by Indragni, a combination of Indra, King of the Gods and Agni, the embodiment of divine fire, which together create a Phoenix-like deity. You have great campaigning talents […] October 21, 2023September 28, 2023
Transits October 30, 2023 – January 1, 2024 Ketu (in Chitra) ~ Believe in your romantic dream Ketu, the Moon’s South Node is in Pada (part) Two of Chitra from October 30th 2023 to January 1st 2024. This pada is also in Virgo navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage and spiritual blessings, which gives otherworldly Ketu vargottama status and an extra underlying strength. Your analytical skills work well as a counterbalance to Ketu’s […] October 20, 2023September 27, 2023
Transits October 30, 2023 – January 1, 2024 Rahu (in Revati) ~ Start your own spiritual revolution Rahu, planet of rebellion and desire, is in Pada (part) four of Revati from October 30th 2023 until January 1st 2024. This is the first phase of Rahu’s eighteen-month stay in Pisces, which opens a program of colourful contrarian activity with a new tone and direction. Though you may not follow a conventional route at […] October 20, 2023September 27, 2023
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