Transits June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Light shines on your quest for fulfilment Sun, planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd 2023, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator. The Sun is up […] May 29, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits June 8 – 15 ~ Sun, Mercury Conjunction (in Taurus) ~ A brilliant pairing for study and business Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the life-giving Sun in Taurus from June 8th to 15th 2023. This transit comes after Mercury’s two-month-plus stay in fiery, impulsive Aries, and sees a shift in your thinking towards practical affairs and material security. It’s not enough to be first or quickest anymore, you need a […] May 29, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Indulge your luxury 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 now is the time to put your focus on new opportunities where your pride and identity are most heavily wrapped up. This nakshatra has a […] May 15, 2023May 6, 2023
Transits May 11 – 25 ~ Sun (in Krittika) ~ A chance to clear the air and make friends The Sun, symbol of self and creativity, is in Krittika spanning the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 11th to 25th. Krittika is a warlike and rajasic nakshtara, which up to May 15th remains within the Sun’s place of exaltation in Aries, so your energy flows and you are energetic and passionate for your […] May 3, 2023May 3, 2023
Transits April 28 – May 11 ~ Sun (in Bharani) ~ Take a risk and leave the old behind The Sun, symbol of the soul and self-expression, is in Bharani, the nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Aries, from April 28th to May 11th 2023. 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 as in bearing […] April 18, 2023April 20, 2023
Transits April 15 – May 15 ~ Sun/Rahu & Mercury/Sun Conjunction in Aries Sun, Rahu conjunction (in Aries) ~ Pride meets deep desire The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with Rahu, symbol of desire and rebellion, from April 15th to May 15th 2023. This transit plays up your unorthodox side, where you identify with a left-field cause or belief, and put energy into chasing your […] April 5, 2023April 6, 2023
Transits April 15 – May 15 ~ Sun, Mercury conjunction (in Aries) ~ Think smart and hard Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the all-powerful Sun in Aries from April 15th to May 15th 2023. This combination gives you pride in your thinking and communication, and may inspire you to find a new solution to an old or intractable problem. Sun and Mercury are planetary enemies, so while it’s […] April 5, 2023March 22, 2023
Transits April 15 – May 15 ~ Sun, Rahu conjunction (in Aries) ~ Pride meets deep desire The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with Rahu, symbol of desire and rebellion, from April 15th to May 15th 2023. This transit plays up your unorthodox side, where you identify with a left-field cause or belief, and put energy into chasing your most deeply-held ambitions. Your pursuit may come with some tension […] April 5, 2023April 11, 2023
Transits April 14 – 28 ~ Sun (in Ashwini) ~ Kickstart your year The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, enters Aries-Ashwini on April 14th until 28th – the sign of its greatest strength, and the nakshatra associated with speed and courage. Ashwini’s Shakti, or special power, for Quick Action, finds you sizing up a situation and making an instant choice, which at other times may be difficult […] April 4, 2023March 20, 2023
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 to 17th 2023. This double-border area extends either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms, and may bring a period of instability, where your plans fall in […] March 31, 2023March 20, 2023
The Three Celestial musketeers – the Moon, the Sun and Your Ascendant These three celestial musketeers – the Moon, the Sun, and the Ascendant – form the dynamic trio that holds the key to unlocking the secrets of your birth chart. Known as the “big three,” they’re the powerhouses of your cosmic makeup, influencing everything from your personality traits, your deepest desires and life’s purpose. So what […] Written by Align27 April 26, 2023April 26, 2023
Finding Your Zen in the Storm: 10 Tips for Mercury Retrograde Harmony Mercury Retrograde (April 21st to May 15th, 2023) can definitely have its challenges, but it’s important to remember that it’s also an opportunity for growth and reflection. Mercury rules the intellect, discrimination, communication, language, learning, youth, friends, and recreation. When retrograde it disrupts the flow of Mercury’s normal energy, which affects the house that Mercury […] Written by Align27 April 20, 2023April 20, 2023
June 4 – 21 ~ Jupiter (in Ashwini) ~ Pure luck arrives when you trust your instinct Jupiter, planet of philosophy and expansion, enters pada (part) four of Ashwini, the nakshatra associated with speed and courage, from June 4th to 21st, 2023. The fourth pada of this nakshatra relates to Cancer in the navamsha chart of marriage and blessings, which gives you a powerful underlying supportive and nurturing side. Cancer navamsha is […] Written by Align27 May 26, 2023May 26, 2023
June 3 – 17 ~ Venus (in Pushya) ~ Finding an ideal romantic protector Venus, planet of art, luxury and relationship, is in Pushya in the sign of Cancer from June 3rd to 17th 2023. Pushya lends Venus a romantic generosity, where you support your partner and provide security, and its symbol of an Udder suggests maternal-type affection. Your sense of protection is strong now, as you either give, […] Written by Align27 May 25, 2023May 25, 2023
May 31 – July 1 ~ Venus, Mars Conjunction (in Cancer) ~ Discover an instant magnetic attraction Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Cancer from May 31 until July 1st 2023. This is an archetypal pairing between two planetary enemies, where you put energy into relationship, the arts, politics and leadership, and your ideal is a middle way between self-assertion and attraction. In […] Written by Align27 May 21, 2023May 6, 2023
June Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does June have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in June and read personalized insights for each one based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Venus in Pushya – 3 June to 17 June Finding an ideal romantic protector. Venus, […] Written by Align27 May 31, 2023May 31, 2023
June 8 – 30 ~ Mars (in Ashlesha) ~ A perfect time to develop your psychic strength Mars, planet of action and drive, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from June 8th to 30th 2023. This asterism is associated with shrewdness and insight, and Mars sees you being alive to subtle tactics and hidden undercurrents. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting mythological serpents, who are symbols of worldly wisdom, and act as custodians […] Written by Align27 May 29, 2023May 31, 2023
June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Light shines on your quest for fulfilment Sun, planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd 2023, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator. The Sun is up […] Written by Align27 May 29, 2023May 26, 2023
June 8 – 15 ~ Sun, Mercury Conjunction (in Taurus) ~ A brilliant pairing for study and business Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the life-giving Sun in Taurus from June 8th to 15th 2023. This transit comes after Mercury’s two-month-plus stay in fiery, impulsive Aries, and sees a shift in your thinking towards practical affairs and material security. It’s not enough to be first or quickest anymore, you need a […] Written by Align27 May 29, 2023May 26, 2023