Earth sign · ruled by Venus
Taurus
Vrishabha वृषभ
Steadiness and comfort. Associated with patience, loyalty and an appreciation for beauty, food and lasting things.
- Western Sun sign dates
- 20 Apr – 20 May
- Vedic Sun sign dates
- 15 May – 14 Jun
- Element
- Earth
- Ruling planet
- Venus
Lunar mansions within Vrishabha
Nakshatras in Taurus
- Krittika कृत्तिकाPada 2, 3, 4 · ruled by SunSymbol: a razor or flame. Deity: Agni, the fire. Themes of clarity, purification and a sharp mind.
- Rohini रोहिणीPada 1, 2, 3, 4 · ruled by MoonSymbol: an ox-cart. Deity: Prajapati, the creator. Themes of growth, fertility and appreciation of beauty.
- Mrigashira मृगशिराPada 1, 2 · ruled by MarsSymbol: a deer’s head. Deity: Soma, the Moon. Themes of gentle searching and curiosity.
Traditional associations for reflection, not predictions. Dates are approximate and can shift by a day from year to year.