Taurus (वृषभ rashi) ♉: nature, ruling planet and name letters
Taurus (वृषभ rashi) ♉ is the 2nd sign of the zodiac. Its ruling planet is Venus and its element is Earth. In Vedic astrology your birth sign (janma rashi) is the sign the Moon occupied at birth; traditionally it can also be found from the first syllable of your name.
Taurus: key facts
| Ruling planet | Venus |
|---|---|
| Element | Earth |
| Position in the zodiac | 30° to 60° (sidereal) |
| Name syllables | I, U, E, O, Va, Vi, Vu, Ve, Vo |
| Nakshatras | Krittika (pada 2, 3, 4), Rohini (pada 1, 2, 3, 4), Mrigashira (pada 1, 2) |
| Lucky day | Friday |
| Lucky colour | White, light pink |
| Lucky direction | South-east |
| Deity | Maa Lakshmi |
| Mantra of the ruling planet | Om Draam Dreem Draum Sah Shukraya Namah |
| Gemstone of the ruling planet | Heera (diamond) (or opal) (do not wear a gemstone without showing your full kundli) |
Taurus nature
Steady, patient, fond of comfort and beauty; avoid stubbornness.
Its ruling planet Venus is linked to comfort and charm. It signifies spouse, wealth, vehicles and art.
Simple remedies for Taurus
- On Friday worship Maa Lakshmi; keep the home clean and fragrant; respect your spouse and women.
- Donation: Rice, rock sugar, curd, white cloth, ittar (Friday)
- Recitation: Shri Sukta, Lakshmi Chalisa
All 12 signs
♈ Aries♉ Taurus♊ Gemini♋ Cancer♌ Leo♍ Virgo♎ Libra♏ Scorpio♐ Sagittarius♑ Capricorn♒ Aquarius♓ Pisces
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