We are now into the Astrological sign of Taurus. For my definition of what a sign is and an exercise in how to develop an ‘archetypal eye’, please see the entry on Aries .
Venus, Goddess of Love, rules Taurus
The bombastic drive of Mars will no longer be as effective as Venus in her Earthy aspect begins to capture the energy and put it to ‘constructive’ use. The pace of the world will seem to slow but real signs of construction will be evident, whether that be from the birdsong and plant growth of Spring, the building blocks of international agreements or even the foundations of a house. The recent budget here in the UK and the governments financial strategy are Taurean themes.
Try keeping a journal this month and pay particular attention to the change in element (fire to earth) which will equate to movement to obstruction, unpredictability to stability, formless energy to the beginning of form, and the change in quality (cardinal to fixed), evidenced by a movement from dynamism to conservatism and pioneering adventure to passive acceptance.
The Attributes of Taurus
The sigil of Taurus. Created by SeLarin and released under GFDL Licence
As already mentioned, Taurus is one of two signs ruled by Venus (the other being Libra) and is said to represent her earth aspect (Libra is more abstract, pertaining to notions of harmony and justice). Taurus is the fertile Venus, the mother, the one who brings sensual and sexual pleasures, warmth, comfort and human love.
Taurus is a fixed sign, which means its qualities (and vices) are strong but not particularly mobile. This is good when you relate it to a domestic house but not so useful when, for example, creativity and flexibility are necessary. The sigil of Taurus represents a bull’s head but more occult interpretations suggest the domination of the feminine principle over the masculine shown by the crescent moon above the sun.
Taurus is related to the principles of security, perseverance, patience, routine, sensuality, practicality and endurance. It is the sign of the builder, the saver, the conservative. The negative side of these qualities include stubbornness, possessiveness, self-indulgence, resentment, inflexibility and greed.
Physiologically Taurus relates to the throat, the thyroid gland, the ear and (by reflex with Scorpio), the genitals. Taurus also relates to money, music, food, jewellers, bankers and civil servants.
Astrological signs also correspond to certain colours, gemstones and metals. Taurus relates to pale pinks, blues and greens, emerald and copper.
Taurean Products from Zazzle
Each month, I will also be including a selection of popular Zazzle Astrology products. Here are the three for today.
Do you have any personal experiences with Taurean themes or Astrology in general that you would like to share? If so, please leave a comment below.
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