Taurus (वृषभ) Zodiac Sign
Taurus (वृषभ) is a Earth (Prithvi) sign ruled by Venus (Shukra), symbolised by The Bull. People born with the Moon (or Ascendant) in Taurus are known for their persistence and reliability, practical financial sense and more. Here is a complete look at the Taurus personality, love life, career, health and remedies in Vedic astrology.
Quick facts
| Symbol | The Bull |
| Element | Earth (Prithvi) |
| Quality | Fixed (Sthira) |
| Ruling planet | Venus (Shukra) |
| Sun-in-sign (approx.) | May 15 – Jun 14 |
| Lucky colour | White / Pastel |
| Lucky number | 6 |
| Lucky day | Friday |
| Gemstone | Diamond / White Sapphire |
| Deity | Lakshmi |
| Compatible signs | Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces |
Personality & traits
- Patient, steady and dependable
- Loves comfort, beauty and good food
- Loyal and grounded
- Stubborn once decided
Strengths
- Persistence and reliability
- Practical financial sense
- Loyalty
- Calm under pressure
Weaknesses
- Stubbornness
- Resistance to change
- Possessiveness
- Over-indulgence
Love & relationships
Taurus loves deeply and for the long term, offering security, sensuality and steadfast loyalty. They want stability and can be possessive; a patient, affectionate partner brings out their warmth.
Career & finance
Guided by Venus, Taurus excels in finance, banking, real estate, agriculture, the arts, fashion, food and any field rewarding patience and quality. They build wealth slowly and steadily and rarely gamble.
Health
Taurus rules the throat and neck; watch for throat, thyroid and weight issues. Regular movement offsets a love of rich food and comfort.
Compatibility
Taurus generally harmonises best with Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces. Compatibility, however, depends on the full chart — for marriage, always check Ashtakoot Guna Milan rather than Sun signs alone.
Ruling planet & Nakshatras
Taurus is ruled by Venus (Shukra), whose strength and placement in your chart shape how the sign expresses. It spans the Nakshatras Krittika, Rohini, Mrigashira (1st–2nd pada), which refine its meaning further. Read the sign together with its lord and Nakshatras for a personal picture.
Remedies
- Strengthen Venus: worship Lakshmi on Fridays
- Offer white sweets/curd; respect women and artists
- Wear Diamond/White Sapphire only after chart confirmation