Transits April 27 – May 11 ~ Sun (in Bharani) ~ Give birth to your inner hero The Sun, symbol of the soul and self-expression, is in Bharani nakshatra, in the zodiacal sign of Aries from April 27th to May 11th 2022. Bharani represents ambition and the original struggle for life, its name means ‘she who bears’ and its symbol, a Yoni, is associated giving birth – both literally, as in bearing […] April 17, 2022March 31, 2022
Transits April 22 – May 6 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Scalpel-like speech Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from April 22nd 2022. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or a Razor is ruled by Agni, the Sacred Fire, whose energy gives you passion and spontaneity. You put your plans and ambitions through a period of […] April 12, 2022March 31, 2022
Transits April 18 – 30 ~ Venus (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Clear your path for new love Venus, planet of love and the arts, is in Purva Bhadrapada from April 18th, the nakshatra which reaches across the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Purva Bhadrapada’s Shakti, or unique gift, to ‘raise the spiritual fire’ shows purging and cleansing, and with Venus here you are breaking away from the past and releasing old baggage. […] April 8, 2022March 30, 2022
Transits April 16 – May 3 ~ Mars (in Shatabhishak) ~ Break through old boundaries Mars moves into Shatabishta within the sign of Aquarius on April 16th, a nakshatra of mysticism and independent spirit. Shatabishta’s name translates literally to ‘one hundred physicians’, and its Shakti or special quality, for Healing, may see you adopting a new diet or exploring an exotic or offbeat wellness regime. Protect yourself and attend your […] April 6, 2022April 1, 2022
Transits April 14 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ Give birth to a new idea Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Aries on April 14th. Bharani’s name means ‘she who bears’, its symbol is a Vulva and its meaning is bound up with giving birth, both as in bearing children and hatching a plan or creative thinking. Bright, inventive Mercury sees […] April 4, 2022March 29, 2022
Transits April 14 – 27 ~ Sun (in Ashwini) ~ Kickstart your year The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, enters Aries-Ashwini on April 14th until 27th, the sign and nakshatra both associated with speed and courage. This moment is ‘Mesha Sankranti’, the Sun’s entry into the first zodiacal sign, where it is also strongest and most respected, at the start of a new astrological year. Ashwini’s Shakti, […] April 4, 2022March 28, 2022
Transits April 13 – 28 ~ Jupiter (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Keep the faith and count your reward Jupiter is in pada four of Purva Bhadrapada from April 13th 2022, as the planet of expansion and philosophy moves into its own sign of Pisces. Purva Bhadrapada’s Shakti, or unique gift, of ‘The Power of Spiritual Fire’ gives you the promise of purifying old knowledge after the old has been purged and scorched away. […] April 3, 2022March 25, 2022
Transits April 12 – June 14 ~ Ketu (in Vishakha) ~ Inner experience and mental clarity Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and self-denial, is in Vishakha pada three from April 12th 2022, as it makes its first steps into Libra. Vishakha’s symbol is a Victory Arch, so a personal triumph now comes through Ketu’s power of intuition and sensing an underlying atmosphere. You may succeed by an unusual path and […] April 2, 2022March 25, 2022
Transits April 12 – June 14 ~ Rahu (in Krittika) ~ Fulfil your long-term desire Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, enters the first pada of Krittika nakshatra on April 12th 2022. This pada is in the final degrees of Aries, a shift of signs for Rahu, and a change of tone after eighteen months in earthy Taurus. You move into fierier and more impulsive territory, where you […] April 2, 2022March 29, 2022
Transits April 10 – 17 ~ Sun (in Gandanta) ~ First inspiration then action The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Pisces and Aries and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini from April 10th until 17th. This double-border area extending either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms is known for a period of instability: your plans may fall in between […] April 1, 2022April 1, 2022
Jul 23 – Aug 12 ~ Mars (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase your goal with energy Mars, the planet of courage and assertiveness, is in Mrigashira from July 23rd to August 12th, 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s symbol of a deer is depicted in myth as being chased across the skies by Brahma the Creator, which represents the spark of desire and ambition. The deer’s […] Written by Align27 June 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Jul 27 – Dec 11 ~ Saturn Retrograde (in Pisces) ~ Decide your big priorities Saturn, planet of karma, boundaries, and success, is retrograde in Pisces from July 27th to Dec 11th 2026, for its annual five-month backwards phase. Themes of your year so far repeat and are built up for the long term, as repeating experience comes around for a review or final decision. This is Saturn’s second retrograde […] Written by Align27 June 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Jul 29 – Aug 11 ~ Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Balance fun with business Venus, the planet of art and relationships, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from July 29th to August 11th, 2026. 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 […] Written by Align27 June 12, 2026June 12, 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