Transits January 3 – 17 ~ Venus (in Shatabhishak) ~ Heal your heart and mind Venus, a planet of love and luxury, enters Shatabishta from January 3rd to 17th, the nakshatra whose name translates to ‘a hundred physicians’. Shatabhishak Shakti, or special power, for Healing, may find you involved in medicine from a professional standpoint, or else a special person’s company has a light and rejuvenating effect on you. You show […] December 13, 2024December 24, 2024
Transits 3 Conjunctions This Month January 4 – 14 Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Taking pride in your ideas Mercury, the planet of the mind, comes together in Sagittarius with the Sun, the star of self-expression, from January 4th to 14th 2025. Sun and Mercury create Budhaditya Yoga, a combination of study, public speaking and business acumen, which you […] December 13, 2024December 27, 2024
Transits January 1 – 6 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From complexity to simplicity Mercury, the planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from January 1st to 6th 2025. The transition from Scorpio-Jyeshta to Sagittarius-Mula is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area which translates to ‘knot-end’, and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. The ‘knot’ symbol […] December 13, 2024December 13, 2024
Transits December 27 – February 02, 2025 ~ Saturn (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Make or break time Saturn, the planet of karma and success, re-enters pada (part) one of Purva Bhadrapada from December 27th, 2024 to February 2nd, 2025. This is part of Saturn’s direct movement, where it goes over the area it last covered in late August to October of 2024, and altogether the third time Saturn has been through this […] December 3, 2024December 31, 2024
Transits December 23 – March 19, 2025 ~ Jupiter (in Rohini) ~ A second chance to grow Venus, the planet of relating, comes together with strict, karmic Saturn in the sign of Aquarius from December 29th, 2024 to January 28th, 2025. These two very different-seeming stars are actually planetary friends that carry the promise of building a strong and lasting tie. In Aquarius, Venus-Saturn gives you an open and progressive idea of […] December 3, 2024December 31, 2024
Transits December 29 – January 28, 2025 ~ Venus, Saturn Conjunction (in Aquarius) ~ A love that lasts Venus, the planet of relating, comes together with strict, karmic Saturn in the sign of Aquarius from December 29th, 2024 to January 28th, 2025. These two very different-seeming stars are actually planetary friends that carry the promise of building a strong and lasting tie. In Aquarius, Venus-Saturn gives you an open and progressive idea of […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits December 28 – January 10, 2025 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashada) ~ React smartly and remain undefeated The Sun, the day star and planet of Self is in Purva Ashadha from December 28th, 2024 to January 10th 2025, the nakshatra which translates to ‘The Unconquered’. This planet represents a heroic quest, where you show courage and overcome obstacles on your path to wisdom. Purvashadha is ruled by Apas, the personification of water, […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits December 24 – January 4, 2025 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshtha from December 24th, 2024 to January 4th, 2025, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. This transit follows from Mercury’s recent retrograde phase in Jyeshta through November and early December and may see issues from that time finally being resolved. Extra information comes to light and […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits December 22 – January 3, 2025 ~ Venus (in Dhanishta) ~ A strong heartbeat Venus, the planet of love and values, is in Dhanishtha from December 22nd, 2024 to January 3rd, 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to goodwill and abundance, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Wealth and Fame’ contains the promise of entry into influential circles. You may […] November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Transits Astrological Insights for Mercury in Scorpio Season Mercury’s movements for the month ahead heightens intellectual precision and strategic thinking in business and education, brings a karmic dimension to decisions and agreements, and intensifies mental focus. Together, these transits encourage a deeper understanding of personal and professional dynamics, urging us to adapt and carefully contemplate our long-term success. Mercury, Sun Conjunction in Scorpio […] November 13, 2024November 13, 2024
Your 7th Lord’s Nakshatra – Love, Trust & Commitment We’ve been on a journey through the House Rulers in Nakshatras series, exploring how each house lord shapes your destiny. You’ve already seen insights for your Ascendant Lord (self-expression), 2nd Lord (wealth and values), 3rd Lord (courage and communication), 4th Lord (inner peace), 5th Lord (creativity and past life merits), and 6th Lord (challenges and discipline). House […] Written by Align27 September 22, 2025September 22, 2025
Daily Colors of Navratri 2025 There are specific colours associated with each of the nine days of Navratri. You can honor the Goddess of the day by wearing something of this colour. To learn more about Navratri 2025, read our latest blog post – Your Navratri 2025 Spiritual & Cosmic Guide Colors based on your local city! Written by Align27 September 19, 2025September 20, 2025
Dec 20 – 29 Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ The voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from December 20th to 29th 2025, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and sees you stepping up and owning the role as a spokesperson and voice of experience. You may be dealing with older people or applying your expertise in […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 16, 2025 – Jan 14, 2026 ~ Mars, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Fight hard and fair The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with dynamic Mars in Sagittarius from December 16th 2025, to January 14th 2026. These two planets remain close together through this whole transit, beginning in Mula, then moving through Purva and Uttara Ashadha, where Mars is overshadowed to some degree by the Sun’s bright glare. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 12 – 19 Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to break in changes The Sun, star of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshta and Mula on December 12th until 19th, 2025. This double junction area extending on either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras brings a period of confusion where your plans have an unformed quality. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
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