Transits May 29 – June 22 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Mrigashira) ~ Turn back in search of truth Mercury, planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Gemini-Mrigashira on May 29th until June 22nd, the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2021. There are classic experiences associated with this three-week window, where communication and commerce come into focus, and you have the opportunity to reassess your plans. This transit begins in Mercury’s home […] May 14, 2021August 2, 2022
Transits May 26 ~ Lunar eclipse (in Anuradha) ~ A shared psychic experience A partial lunar eclipse lands in Scorpio-Anuradha on May 26th at 10:50am GMT. This event sees the Sun and Moon facing off across the shadowy Rahu-Ketu axis and the Solar Ego principle symbolically overshadowing the Moon’s emotional centre. The eclipse experience can be disorienting and lead you to act out of character, where anxious, turbulent feelings […] May 13, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Shine a light on lifestyle The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and this is the time to put your focus on new opportunities which have solar pride and identity wrapped up in them. The Sun shines a […] May 10, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 23 – June 3 ~ Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ A restless romantic chase Venus, planet of relationship, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from May 23rd to June 3rd 2021. This asterism is ruled by the Moon, the fastest moving star, which represents your inner life and ever-changing mood, so your affections or those of your partner may be fickle and ever-changing. […] May 7, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 23 – October 11 ~ Saturn retrograde in Capricorn ~ What comes slow, comes strong Saturn, planet of karma and success, goes retrograde in Capricorn-Shravana on May 23rd, all the way until October 11th. This is the planet’s annual five-month backwards phase where its themes of the last year repeat and are ground in for the long term. Saturn is at home in Capricorn and also goes through the centre […] May 7, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 22 – July 20 ~ Jupiter (in Shatabhishak) ~ Faith healing and philosophy Jupiter, planet of faith and expansion, moves into Shatabhishak from May 22nd until July 20th, the nakshatra inside Aquarius which associates with healing, mysticism and independent spirit. Shatabhishak’s symbol is a mystical circle or horizon, which suggests both containment and infinity, and gives a philosophical mood that sits well with Jupiter’s nature. This nakshatra is associated […] May 4, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 16 – June 16 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for knowledge Mercury, planet of the intellect and communication, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini, from May 16th altogether until June 16th. This transit includes Mercury’s retrograde arc starting May 29th, which puts a longer than usual focus on Mrigashira’s themes, and emphasizes the idea of a pursuit. This asterism’s symbol […] April 30, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 16 – June 7 ~ Mars (in Punarvasu) ~ Taking aim at your goals Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Punarvasu, spanning the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from May 16th to June 7th 2021. Punarvasu is associated with renewal and replenishment, where your supplies are restocked after the emotional outpouring of the previous Ardra nakshatra. Having a goal to work towards gives you inspiration over and […] April 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 14 – June 14 ~ Sun-Rahu conjunction in Taurus ~ A light in the darkness The Sun, star of self and creativity, comes together with Rahu, the shadow planet of desire, in Taurus from May 14th to June 14th. This transit sees a clash of opposing energies, where the Sun brings light and confidence, while Rahu tests your self-belief and brings an exaggerated or distorted sense of your own ability. […] April 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 12 – 23 ~ Venus (in Rohini) ~ Love for the long term Venus, planet of love and art, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 12th to 23rd 2021. This is a highlight transit, where Rohini’s qualities of beauty, charm and flirtation provide a perfect setting for Venus, in addition to its links to agriculture and fertility. This nakshatra is classically feminine, associating […] April 26, 2021November 5, 2021
Vasant Panchami Rituals to Invoke the Blessings of Goddess Saraswati As the vibrant festival of Vasant Panchami approaches, let’s honor the divine energy of Goddess Saraswati and invite her blessings into our lives. This auspicious day, celebrated on the 5th waxing lunar day of the Vedic month of Magha, falls on January 23rd, 2026. For your local timings and personalized insights, download the align27 app. My […] Written by Align27 January 20, 2026January 20, 2026
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Mar 29 – May 31 ~ Rahu (in Shatabhishak) ~ Mixing old and new Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and illusion, is in Shatabhista Pada (part) Two from March 29th to May 31st 2026. Rahu is at home in the sign of Aquarius and has a special affinity with Shatabhishta’s progressive and experimental nature. Pada Two of this nakshatra relates to Capricorn navamsha, the sub-chart of marriage and […] Written by Align27 February 9, 2026February 9, 2026
Mar 25 – Apr 5 ~ Venus (in Ashwini) ~ An instant attraction Venus, planet of love and art, is in Aries-Ashwini from March 25th to April 5th 2026, the first nakshatra in the first zodiacal sign. Ashwini is associated with speed and courage, and its Shakti or special power for Quick Action sees you getting started with a relationship, or reacting to a partner’s bold romantic move. […] Written by Align27 February 9, 2026February 9, 2026
Mar 23 – 28 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Bridging the gap in love Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between March 23rd and 28th, 2026. This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs, as well as nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and unstable. Venus goes from its highest degree of exaltation in Pisces into a […] Written by Align27 February 9, 2026February 9, 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