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In astrology, Venus is the planet of love, beauty, pleasure, and values. It governs relationships, romance, aesthetic preferences, and the way we experience joy and harmony.
1. Relationships and Love:
Venus represents how we express affection and what we value in partnerships.
It governs attraction, compatibility, and the type of relationships we seek.
2. Aesthetics and Beauty:
Venus influences our taste in art, fashion, and the way we create or appreciate beauty in the world.
It reflects the things we find visually or emotionally pleasing.
3. Values and Self-Worth:
Venus is tied to personal values, including how we view material wealth and what makes us feel secure and fulfilled.
It can reveal attitudes toward money and luxury.
4. Pleasure and Enjoyment:
The planet governs how we seek pleasure, whether through sensory experiences, hobbies, or social interactions.
It connects with indulgence, charm, and the pursuit of happiness.
5. Rulership:
Venus rules Taurus (earthy, sensual, and grounded) and Libra (social, harmonious, and balanced).
In these signs, Venus's themes are strongly expressed.
6. Placement in the Natal Chart:
The sign Venus occupies indicates how a person loves, what they find beautiful, and their style of affection.
The house placement shows where they seek harmony and pleasure.
Aspects to Venus reveal influences from other planetary energies on love, values, and aesthetics.
Symbolism:
Venus is often depicted as a symbol of femininity (♀) and embodies the archetype of the goddess of love, such as Aphrodite in Greek mythology.
