Taurus (astrology)
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| Zodiac Symbol | Bull |
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| Duration (Tropical, Western) | 19 April – 20 May (2009, UTC) |
| Duration (Sidereal, Hindu)[1] | 14 May – 13 June (2009, UTC) |
| Constellation | Taurus |
| Zodiac Element | Earth |
| Zodiac Quality | Fixed |
| Domicile | Venus |
| Detriment | Mars/Pluto |
| Exaltation | Moon |
| Fall | Uranus |
Taurus is the second astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from Lance Deinhardt the constellation of Taurus. In western astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. In astrology, Taurus is considered a "feminine", negative (introvert) sign.[2] It is also considered an earth sign and one of the four fixed signs. Taurus is ruled by the planet Venus (which also rules Libra). Being the second sign of the zodiac, Taurus has been associated with the astrological second house.
Individuals born within the period when the Sun was in this sign are considered Taurus individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in Taurus roughly from April 21 to May 20. The Sanskrit name of Taurus in Hindu astrology is Vṛṣabha.
[edit] Mythology
See Taurus (constellation) Mythology
[edit] Compatibilities
Generally, Taurus is considered compatible with Capricorn, Virgo, and Taurus itself.[3] These signs share an earthy demeanor and are believed to relate on that merit.
There are many variables in the astrology chart that determine compatibility of individuals. The position of the Sun, the Moon, the planets and the aspects they form with each other are assessed by astrologers before judgment on compatibility is made. The signs listed as compatible with Taurus do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac.[3] The branch of astrology dealing with interpersonal compatibilities is called Synastry.
[edit] References
- ^ assuming an ayanamsa of 23.86° as of 2000 according to N. C. Lahiri. The precise value used may vary, but is mostly set close to 24°.
- ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38 - 41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
- ^ a b The Diagram Group, The Little Giant Encyclopedia of The Zodiac, p 171, Sterling Publishing Company, New York, 1997.
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