Taurus - 21st April - 21st may
Taurus, being the second sign in the Zodiac signifies stage two in the development of the ego - Symbolically it is the awareness of the young child of others, and it's desire for warm, secure relationships. Nature-Loving, down-to-earth Taureans are cautious mindful of possessions and enjoys good food and wine.
POSITIVE TRAITS
Taureans make loyal, steadfast companions and are caring and protective towards loved ones and possessions. They are practical and competent in the management of business affairs, and prefer a stable, organised routine, disliking any new projects or ventures.
Taureans enjoy cultural pursuits, often being talented in an artistic field - and since Taurus rules the throat, many are blessed with good speaking or singing throats. Dedicated BON VIVANTS and lovers of luxury, Taureans make charming hospitable hosts.
NEGATIVE TRAITS
The plodding 'down-to earth' Taureans can become too 'fixed' and stubborn in attitude, placing too much significance on conservatism.
He or she may lack imagination, and show obstinacy with a tendency to boorishness. Inertia and indolence in the workplace, selfishness, avarice and meanness can become evident.
The Venusian love of luxury may succumb to overindulgence causing weight problems.
The Taurean's inbuilt awareness of possessions can become overstressed, creating jealousy and suspicion.
MYTHOLOGY
Taurus, the Heavenly Bull, whose earliest known name in Persian astrology meant 'Bull of Light' , is also seen as demi-Taurus, with hindquarters which are lost in the clouds, and as the mer-bull (Taurus with a fish tail), an example of magickal imagery signifying the signs spirituality.
Linked with the sacred Bull of Mithraism and Apis, another celestial bull, Taurus represented the Egyptian sacred Bull within whose body the God, Osiris was incarnate. To the Egyptians, Taurus who symbolised fertility and growth, indicated the time for ploughing the Earth. There were associations too, with the Greek God Zeus who, taking the form of a bull, abducted the mortal girl Europa.
RELATIONSHIPS
Compatible signs - Virgo, Capricorn.
Protective Taureans generally make concerned, caring partners - with the exciting dimension of being one of the most sensual signs in the Zodiac! The Taureans tendency to over possessiveness and self-indulgence may be curtailed by fellow earth sign, the critical, analytical Virgo, or by third Earth sign Capricorn who, with humour and forthrightness, could bring a Saturnian sence of
responcibility to the relationship. All three Earth signs are practical, down-to-earth, qualities expressed in the Taureans as patient, Virgo, painstaking and Capricorn, Prudent. Partners may need to exert a kindly restriction on Taurean excesses.
CAREERS
Practically minded Taureans, usually excel in all aspects of the construction and building industry, including the related professions of surveyor and architect. Property and land being close to their hearts, the business of estate agent or property dealer are natural choiced. Earthly, nature loving Taureans should find satisfaction as landscape of market gardeners, florists or farmers.
Financial careers such as banking, also appeal to the methodical Taurean.
HEALTH
Taurus has rule over the throat and thyroid glands and this starsign could find that they have a tendency to suffer from throat infections, these generally include - laryngitis, tonsilitis and goitre, Croup quincy and diptheria are other potential sicknesses.
Obesity could also be a problem, and diet should be monitored. Luxury-loving Taureans are advised to consider walking, light exercise and perhaps some weight training as a daily regine, to improve muscle control and maintain health.
TRADITIONAL ASSOCIATIONS OF TAURUS
GEMSTONE - Emerald.
METAL - Copper
COLOURS - pale blue, yellow and pale green
ANIMAL - Bull - and all other cattle
CITIES - Dublin, lucerne, Palermo and St. Louise
COUNTRIES - Ireland, Switzerland, Cyprus and the Greek Islands.
GEMSTONE - EMERALD
The rich, green emerald which enjoys a facinating history was said to be a link with divine forces and have associations with the eye. Effigies of Gods and Goddess' may be seen with eyes of the gemstone and one instance is that of the mythological Eye of Horus, the ancient Egyptian God.
The Jewel of the Goddess Venus, typifying the transmission of vital forces and used in rites to incite love and passion, the emerald was thought to ensure perpetual fertility. Practitioners in the ancient art of Crystal healing, use the Emerald to relieve pain during child birth, as an antidote to poison and to improve the memory.
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