Each astrological planet represents a different set of qualities and characteristics and rules over different parts of your life. Each also brings its own unique vibe that's colored by the sign it occupies. Venus, the planet of love, romance, friendship, beauty, luxury, money, and creative expression, shares the traits, likes, and dislikes of Taurus. When Venus is in Taurus, she feels accepted.
Venus in Taurus Personality Traits
Taurus is the highly sensual Fixed Earth sign that loves good food, long naps, and partaking in all the pleasures the physical world had to offer. Venus is the planetary ruler of Taurus, meaning she's happy and comfortable in Taurus, the laid back astrological sign where she can put on her slow grove. Venus in Taurus is:
- Very patient
- Peaceful
- Slow-moving
- Quiet
- Strong and hardworking
- Sensual
- Nature-loving
- Artistic
- Epicurean
- Hedonistic
- Possessive
- Stubborn
- Selfish
The Problem With Venus in Taurus
The problem with Venus in Taurus is that when a planet is in the astrological sign it rules, it amplifies the characteristics of that sign. This means you can put "overly" as a prefix to all the traits above, unless there's something in an individual's birth chart that modifies the amplification.
Venus in Taurus in Love
Those with Venus in Taurus take their time when it comes to love. They are old-fashioned lovers who prefer to date, go steady, and have a long engagement, before walking down the aisle. The most important qualities they look for in a potential lover are stability, security, marriage potential, loyalty, and romance.
Dating Venus in Taurus
Venus is in Taurus enjoys dates that involve flowers, music, fine wines and dining at elegant restaurants. They would also enjoy museums, art galleries, or botanical gardens. Even strolling down a city street and window shopping or a day in the country picnicking would be pleasurable and entertaining for an individual with Venus in Taurus.
Marriage and Venus in Taurus
Commitment and marriage are the ultimate goals of an individual with Venus in Taurus. These slow-moving, stubborn, and independent individuals would rather remain single than rush into a relationship. They have their eyes fixed on having a peaceful, happy, abundant home life and a loyal mate. Anyone they marry must meet that criteria.
Women With Venus in Taurus
A woman with Venus in Taurus is an affectionate, sensual, and feminine woman, who can also be a bit tomboyish. She loves nature and is as comfortable in jeans and a sweatshirt as she is when wearing a designer gown. She's also a very private woman who's quiet, secretive, and difficult to know.
Men With Venus in Taurus
Men often relate more to their Mars and project their Venus onto women. But nonetheless, a man with Venus in Taurus still enjoys all the sensual pleasure of life. He, like a Venus in Taurus woman, is a laid-back affectionate man who's loyal, reserved, and appreciates style and beauty.
Venus in Taurus and Money
Venus in Taurus is hedonistic and loves the good life. Of course, that takes money. Yes, Venus in Taurus loves money, not for the money itself but for all the pleasures it affords them.
Venus in Taurus Pleasures
Those with Venus in Taurus take pleasure in beautiful and peaceful surroundings, artistic endeavors, and nature. Involvement in these, be it in their career or just a hobby or pastime, can be rewarding.
- Organic gardening
- Cooking
- Painting
- Photography
- Sculpting
- Pottery
- Music
Venus in Taurus and a Taurus Sun
You may have noticed that Venus in Taurus shares the traits of a Taurus Sun, but there is a difference. A Taurus Sun speaks of your sense of self and how you express your individuality. Venus in Taurus is focused on your specific love style, as well as your likes and dislikes. As an example, even if your Sun is in Gemini, if you have Venus in Taurus, your love style, as well as your likes and dislikes, are those of Taurus.
Venus in Taurus and the Birth Chart
Venus, the planet of love and money, in Taurus reveals certain things about an individual's life, but it must be read within the context of the entire birth chart
The Sun Signs
Venus is never more than 45 degrees away from the Sun. This means that only those with their Sun in Pisces, Aries, Taurus, Gemini, and Cancer can have Venus in Taurus in the birth chart. If you don't know your Venus sign placement, you can get a birth chart at astro-charts.com. The Sun signs and Venus in Taurus:
- Those with their Sun in Taurus and Venus in Taurus can exaggerate Taurus traits, because they agree on everything Taurus represents.
- Those with their Suns in Pisces or Cancer are in sync and reciprocate with Venus in Taurus.
- It can be frustrating for those with an Aries or Gemini Sun to fully express their Venus in Taurus traits.
Having Venus in Taurus and the Houses
Venus in Taurus, expresses itself the most in the astrological house it occupies. Examples:
- Venus in Taurus in the second house amplifies, among other 2nd house issues, an individual's desire for money and well as the ability to attract wealth.
- Venus in Taurus in the fifth house amplifies, among other 5th house issues, the importance of romance and the performing arts.
Aspects to Venus in Taurus
"Aspects" refers to the angular relationships between planets and other parts of a birth chart. They show how all the various components of your personality work together. When Venus is in aspect to other planets and placements, they can modify the traits of Venus in Taurus. In other words, aspects add even more complexity to any Venus in Taurus interpretation.
Venus in Taurus Celebrities
Below are a few famous individuals with Venus in Taurus.
- Kanye West: Gemini Sun
- Mark Zuckerberg: Taurus Sun
- Melania Trump: Taurus Sun
- Steven Tyler: Aries Sun
- Chuck Norris: Pisces Sun
- Diana, Princess of Whales and her son Prince William, Duke of Cambridge: Cancer Sun
Professional Help for Venus in Taurus Difficulties
If you have Venus in Taurus and are having difficulties with love or money, a visit to a professional astrologer is probably the best way to understand fully your Venus. They can help you determine why you're experiencing difficulties, and what you could do to heal your Venus in Taurus problems.
