Venus in astrology: the planet of love!
This so-called "fast" planet represents love in our astrological chart, our way of loving according to our sign, our romantic life, our emotional bonds, our conception of love, and pleasure.
💞 For instance, a Venus in the astrological sign of Libra will seek well-being above all, serene relationships, whereas Venus in Scorpio will feel more alive and passionate amidst challenges, taboos, and sometimes even drama. Yet, both these Venuses will be highly sensual. There are also more cerebral Venuses, marked by restraint: Venus in Virgo or in the sign of Capricorn.
Moreover, Venus represents artistic activities and the care one takes of oneself. For male natives, Venus can symbolize the "lover" woman, that is, the type of woman who attracts him sexually, who fuels his fantasies.
A planet can exert a positive or negative influence depending on its position or the aspects it may form with other planets.
- Positive influence of Venus: harmony, epicureanism, beauty, sensuality, charm, pleasure, artistic sense, sociability…
- Negative influence of Venus: nonchalance, possessiveness, subjectivity, coquetry, carelessness, cowardice, aversion…
- From a symbolic perspective, Venus represents: love, feelings, desire, sedentariness, selectivity, affection, aesthetics, woman…
The Influence of Venus According to Its Sign
As you might have guessed, the position of Venus in a natal chart is of great significance; this is what we refer to as your "Venus sign."
Venus in Aries: You Believe in Love at First Sight
Once you've spotted your target, you never take your eyes off them. Here, we find the characteristics of Aries: bold, direct, and candid. Even if your romantic journey has been fraught with obstacles, you regret nothing. Be careful to manage your impatience and learn to love in a less exclusive manner to prevent your partner from becoming frightened!
Venus in Taurus: Possessive but Loving
You start searching for your soulmate early on, that ideal being who will be worthy of your pure and sincere love. The only hitch is that to win your heart, they must pass your tests, proving themselves trustworthy and capable of sharing your feelings. The path is not always simple, far from it, as your possessive nature can intimidate some, but the reward is worth the effort.
Venus in Gemini: A Touch Narcissistic
Simply to ensure that your charm still works, you can't help but flirt... which earns you many reproaches from your partner. Fortunately, you know how to reassure them and manage to earn forgiveness every time. Deep down, we know your need to be loved is immense!
Venus in Cancer: Your Family, a Pillar
Characterized by your gentleness and sensitivity, Venus bestows upon you all the qualities necessary to protect your offspring and cherish your partner. Living in your cocoon with your family allows you to distance yourself from the world and its superficial side. A long romantic life, full of romance, is all you wish for yourself!
Venus in Leo: When You Love, You Spare No Expense
Once you have someone in your sights, you don't let go. But your commitment fortunately doesn't blind you. There's no question of anyone daring to lie to you, unless triggering World War III is their intention. Your demands may seem enormous, but they are, in fact, commensurate with everything you do to fulfill your partner.
Venus in Virgo: Flirting? Not for You
In matters of the heart, you believe reason should prevail, even though you secretly dream of experiencing a grand passion. There's no need for grand gestures, as you prefer to analyze the behavior and intelligence of your suitor before starting a relationship. Even if your feelings seem restrained, they are actually very intense. Once committed, you give your best to avoid the worst.
Venus in Libra: Charming but Jealous
In your home, there reigns a harmonious atmosphere that only you know how to create. But when other women have the misfortune of stepping onto your territory, you show your claws. Venus in this sign hasn't spared you from jealousy, and you fear others may pose a threat to your relationship. Once calm is restored, you love to please your partner, and you are always ready to enhance your appearance to captivate him.
Venus in Scorpio: You Need Spice
There's a thin line between love and hate, and you cross it as soon as you feel betrayed. However, when the magic happens, your union becomes exceptional, and passion brings you wonderful moments. You elevate your partner and don't hesitate to devote all your time to them.
Venus in Sagittarius: A Ray of Sunshine
Optimistic, cheerful, and generous are words that describe you well, even though, like everyone else, you have your flaws. One of them is giving the impression of always being on the move. One thing is certain: life by your side is full of surprises, and there's never a dull moment.
Venus in Capricorn: Time is of the Essence
You do everything to conceal your feelings. Your rather aloof demeanor forces your suitors to double their efforts to win your heart and trust. Life with you is a true challenge, as it takes time for you to let go of your wariness towards your partner. But once that hurdle is overcome, the bond between you two is rock solid.
Venus in Aquarius: A Lover of Freedom
Your originality and rebellious nature leave no one indifferent, yet advocating too much for freedom might not work in your favor. It's up to you to find the right balance, to discover the ideal adventure partner, the one with whom time flies by, and the one you will never tire of.
Venus in Pisces: More Romantic Than Ever
You may seem shy at first glance, but in reality, you sometimes hold back out of fear of failure. Capable of devoting unconditional love to the chosen one of your heart, you would follow them to the ends of the earth. A true romantic, your ideal relationship resembles those seen in films. You have no specific criteria; the only quality your partner must possess is the ability to make you dream.
The Influence of Venus According to the Astrological House It Occupies
💡 Before you begin reading, do you know what an astrological house is and why it's important? No? Then this article is for you: Astrological Houses, What Role Do They Play? What Do They Mean?
Venus in the 1st House
With Venus in the 1st house, you are likely a pleasant, charming, and attractive individual. You place significant importance on your image and appearance because you have a need to be loved and admired. You seek to live harmoniously with others and are quite adept at it. You also possess a keen sense of aesthetics. Depending on the sign Venus occupies and the aspects it receives, you might have a tendency to be overly indulgent in conquests and could become deeply unfaithful.
Venus in the 2nd House
With Venus in the 2nd house, you crave security in love. You seek a stable relationship where you can fully thrive. Depending on Venus's aspects and the sign it resides in, this position can indicate individuals who are materially motivated in their romantic relationships. Financially, Venus in the 2nd house suggests you have a knack for growing your assets, but you might also quickly spend the money you earn. With Venus in the 2nd house, you might also earn a living through artistic endeavors or activities related to fashion or aesthetics.
Venus in the 3rd House
In the 3rd House, you have a need to establish emotional connections, to infuse affection into all your relationships, whether they are fraternal, familial, professional, or otherwise. This can sometimes lead you toward temptations and infidelity. You enjoy being charming, mixing pleasure with play, and flirting. Depending on the rest of your astrological chart, your love life may become unstable. On the positive side, your great sociability and adaptability open many doors for you. People appreciate your tolerance and affectionate displays.
Venus in the 4th House
In the 4th House, you are deeply attached to your family, your origins, your roots, your childhood... You may have been (unless Venus is negatively aspected) very loved and cherished as a child, which has inspired you to recreate this warm and nurturing atmosphere in your own home. Venus in the 4th House can also indicate that you need to be the constant center of attention among your loved ones, and if you lack attention, you quickly become anxious and fragile. The 4th House also represents your home, and you take special care of your living space (decoration, etc.).
Venus in the 5th House
When your Venus is in the 5th House, for you, when love is well, all is well, and if you are not fulfilled emotionally, you wither quickly... Love is your sustenance. Venus in the astrological House of pleasures can herald a great love during your life. This Venusian position may indicate that you are particularly friendly, open to others, and that the realm of feelings and pleasures holds paramount importance. Depending on the aspects received by Venus and the sign it is in, you either manage your love life perfectly well or fall into excessive pleasure-seeking. Venus in the 5th House can also represent a special affection for children or a talent for professions related to aesthetics.
Venus in the 6th House
Venus in the 6th House, the realm of work and daily life, suggests that you seek simple pleasures on a day-to-day basis. At work, you're highly sensitive to the surrounding atmosphere and need to love what you do. Without motivation, it's challenging for you to maintain your position, to the point where it might even affect your health. In love, you might come across as shy, discreet, and not very expressive, though this naturally depends on the sign and aspects of Venus in your natal chart. Nonetheless, you remain helpful and attentive. During emotional difficulties, you tend to somatize easily.
Venus in the 7th House
The planet of love in the 7th House, the domain of unions and partnerships, indicates that you can only associate with others if you have genuine feelings. In matters of the heart, this is a sign of a love marriage. More broadly, you infuse affection into all your relationships and position yourself according to your sympathies or antipathies. You might place a certain importance on the physical beauty of those you draw close to. You attract others with your charm and welcoming smile. However, try not to constantly seek others' affection, as this might unbalance you. Remember, you can't please everyone.
Venus in the 8th House
This Venusian position in the 8th House can make you very demanding in love. You need to feel like you're constantly evolving, experiencing intense and passionate emotions. Consequently, you might frequently question your relationships. Unless fate plays tricks on you, imposing many experiences, sometimes difficulties, before you find emotional stability. Sexuality may hold significant importance in your life, whether experienced or fantasized. The sign and aspects (positive or negative) that Venus receives in the natal chart are particularly crucial here.
Venus in the 9th House
You're drawn to travel, different cultures, and foreign languages. In fact, this Venusian position in the 9th house suggests that you might find love with someone of foreign origin or someone who has a different culture or religion than yours. It could also be someone of your nationality whom you meet abroad, during a trip or a journey. It might also be an individual from a different social class. You hold lofty ideals. You dream of peace among nations, harmony among people, and humanism. You can thrive and go far in artistic studies.
Venus in the 10th House
Venus shines on your natal chart, in your professional sector, the 10th house, the house of career. You likely exude a warm, even charming image. At work, you avoid conflicts and are particularly skilled in mediation and diplomacy. You need to maintain pleasant relationships with your colleagues and collaborators, and you are very sensitive to this. For this reason, you are capable of making efforts and concessions. You can flourish in an artistic career or a profession related to aesthetics. In other professions, you might risk being somewhat too dependent on others throughout your career. In diurnal charts, Venus here can indicate a significant influence (positive or otherwise) of the native's mother.
Venus in the 11th House
With Venus in the 11th house, you're not very selective in your acquaintances and friendships because you like to remain open to everyone. Friendship holds great importance for you. You invest yourself and dedicate yourself to your friends and acquaintances. This Venusian position can indicate a blurred line between love and friendship for the native. Thus, in your life, a friendship might evolve into love and vice versa. Depending on the aspects and the sign of Venus in the natal chart, this position can represent an individual who spreads themselves thin in their friendships to the detriment of their love life.
Venus in the 12th House
Here, Venus finds herself in the 12th house, the realm of boundaries, confinements, and sacrifices. This configuration can instill a taste for impossible loves, a yearning for an extreme fusion between you and your beloved that is never quite enough. It might lead you into complex romantic situations (involving unavailable or abusive individuals). It's crucial to avoid believing that love is stronger or more beautiful if it causes suffering. Depending on the sign and the aspects Venus receives, this position suggests that loving is not easy for you: either you tend to renounce love, distancing yourself from your feelings and emotional life for fear of suffering, or you idealize love to such an extent that you can never reach this ideal. Of course, all this can evolve over the course of your life. This position can also bestow a true spiritual or mystical vocation.
📍 6 Key Points to Remember About VenusApparent Solar Revolution (the time it takes for the planet to travel around the zodiac and return to its starting point): 225 days Element associated with Venus: Air Body parts associated with Venus: Lungs, bladder, kidneys, neck Physical function associated with Venus: Part of sexuality, anabolism Metal associated with Venus: Copper Day associated with Venus: Friday
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Venus in Astronomy: The evening star
Seen from Earth, Venus never strays far from the Sun, with a distance of 108 million kilometers from the Sun. When its orbit brings it relatively close to Earth, Venus is the brightest object in the sky after the Sun and the Moon. Venus is bright and visible in the late afternoon, earning it the nickname "Evening Star."
Venus is very similar to Earth in terms of size (12,100 kilometers in diameter), mass, and chemical composition. But unlike our planet, Venus has an opaque atmosphere that prevents us from observing its surface. It is a rocky planet.
Venus in Mythology: Sensuality and beauty
Aphrodite in Greek mythology is dedicated to love, the arts, and beauty, resembling more of the "Venus of Libra." In Roman mythology, Venus is more carnal and sensual, representing fertility, and is closer to the "Venus of Taurus." Venus, the planet of love, was the wife of Vulcan. She cheated on him with Mars, Vulcan’s brother (this "Venus-Mars" couple is considered the "sexual couple" of the zodiac!).
She is said to be the child of Hesiod (thus Ouranos) and Gaia: she was born from her father’s blood after he was castrated by his son Cronos. Yes... Venus was born from the fall of her father’s genitals into the sea! According to Homer, in the Iliad, the myth of Venus’s birth tells that she was the daughter of Zeus and Dione. Venus is also the mother of Cupid, the god of love, among others.
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