Transits December 12 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Purva Ashada) ~ An inspiring new idea Mercury, planet of speech and communication, is in Purva Ashada from December 12th until 22nd 2022, the nakshatra in the sign of Sagittarius which translates to The Unconquered. Purva Ashada is associated with invincibility and its Shakti, or unique power, for ‘Invigoration’, shows you with a new approach into your mental life, speech and writing. Make a lasting […] December 2, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits December 12 – 19 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to start again The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Scorpio-Jyeshta and Sagittarius-Mula on December 12th until 19th. This double junction area that extends either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras, brings a period of confusion: your plans have an unformed quality which does not favour practical business. The […] December 2, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits December 5 – 16 ~ Venus (in Mula) ~ Get past surface appearances Venus, planet of romance and security, enters Sagittarius-Mula from December 5 to December 16th, the nakshatra associated with essentials and foundations. Mula’s symbol of a Root shows you getting into ultimate values and setting up a foundation for your partnership going forwards. At home or in business, it’s a good time to work down past […] November 25, 2022November 30, 2022
Transits December 4 – February 24, 2023 ~ Mars (in Rohini) ~ Assert yourself in style Mars, planet of energy and initiative, is in Rohini nakshatra within the sign of Taurus from December 4th to February 24th 2023. This is a repeat of Mars’s transit from late August to late September of 2022, and events and activities set in motion at that time come around for a reprise. You may have […] November 25, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits December 3 – 12 ~ Mercury (in Mula) ~ Get into the root causes Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in thenakshatra of Mula within Sagittarius on December 3rd until 12th2022, the nakshatra associated with the bare essentials and getting under the surface. Mula translates to ‘Root’, which is reflected in its placement at ourastronomical Galactic Centre, and its symbolic association with paring down and getting to the […] November 24, 2022November 1, 2022
Transits December 3 – 16 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Shining light on a contest The Sun is in Jyeshta from December 3rd to 16th, the nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio whose symbol is an Umbrella or Talisman. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruler Indra, King of the Gods, gives Sun, the planet of kingship, an affinity here as you relish taking a leading and responsible role. You may […] November 24, 2022November 30, 2022
Transits December 2 – 8 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Undoing a romantic knot Venus, planet of love and art, is in the gandanta zone between Jyeshta-Scorpio and Mula-Sagittarius from December 2nd to 8th 2022. Gandanta translates to ‘knot-end’ and brings together the junction of fire and water signs, creating a mini-chasm and unstable conditions. Jyeshta-Mula gandanta is a particularly volatile and unpredictable phase, with the contrast of Scorpio’s […] November 23, 2022November 2, 2022
Transits November 30 – December 5 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From instinct to higher thinking Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 30th to December 5th 2022. This junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Jyeshta through the first of Mula, bringing an uncertain atmosphere and karmic patterning. Communication and contractual […] November 20, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits November 24 – December 3 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshta from Nov 24th to Dec 3rd, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata Indra, King of the Gods, sees you stepping up and taking responsibility as a spokesperson and voice of experience. Either you are dealing with older […] November 14, 2022October 18, 2022
Transits November 24 – December 5 ~ Venus (in Jyeshta) ~ Fight a romantic battle Venus, planet of relationship and values, enters Jyeshta from Nov 24th to December 5th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshta is ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so your love life centres on taking charge around your partner and a larger group of people. You […] November 14, 2022October 18, 2022
Guru Purnima – Strengthen your Jupiter for Prosperity and Abundance Guru Purnima, coming up on Thursday 10 July, is a New Year for the spiritual seeker – a beautiful moment to reflect on our growth over the past year, and to feel grateful for all the knowledge we have received. The planet Jupiter is named Guru in Sanskrit. It is the celestial teacher that allows […] Written by Align27 July 7, 2025July 7, 2025
The 3 Stars That Define You – Discover Your Janma Tara There’s a pattern that was already written the moment you were born. It lives quietly beneath your personality, your preferences – even your passions. We call it your Janma Tara. It’s a trio of stars that shape how your soul moves through life. Now, you can discover your full Janma Tara inside the Birth Chart […] Written by Align27 July 2, 2025July 2, 2025
Sep 3 – 23 ~ Mars (in Chitra) ~ A bright and beautiful creation Mars, planet of energy and competition, is in the nakshatra of Chittra, across the signs of Virgo and Libra from September 3rd to 23rd, 2025. Chittra translates to ‘The Brilliant’, and its symbol of a shining jewel speaks to the star’s brightness in the sky, which sees you drawn to precious materials and colourful people. […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Aug 13 – 30 ~ Jupiter (in Punarvasu) ~ Instant enlightenment Jupiter, planet of philosophy and protection, is in Pada (part) One of Punarvasu, in the sign of Gemini from August 13th to 30th, 2025. Punarvasu’s symbol of a quiver of arrows sits well with Jupiter’s adventurous, questing nature, and gives you a thirst for knowledge and a desire to expand your horizons. Jupiter is moving […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Your Predictions – Rahu in Purva Bhadrapada & Ketu in Purva Phalguni Rahu in Purva Bhadrapada ~ Combining technology with luxury Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in Purva Bhadrapada Pada (part) Two from July 20th to September 21st, 2025, the nakshatra associated with burning and purging. Your Rahu Predictions Rahu in zodiacal Aquarius sits well in the sign of progressive thinking and experimentation, […] Written by Align27 July 18, 2025July 20, 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