Taurus

Taurus is the second astrological sign in the modern zodiac. It spans from 30° to 60° of the zodiac. This sign belongs to the Earth element or triplicity, and has a feminine or negative polarity, as well as a fixed modality, quality, or quadruplicity. It is a Venus-ruled sign along with Libra. The Moon is in its exaltation here at exactly 3°. The Sun transits this sign from approximately April 21 until May 20 in western astrology. and from May 15- June 15 in sidereal astrology.

The sign of Taurus is associated with several myths and bull worship from several ancient cultures. It was the first sign of the zodiac established among the Mesopotamians, who called it "The Great Bull of Heaven," as it was the constellation through which the Sun rose on the vernal equinox at that time, that is the Early Bronze Age, from about 4000 BC to 1700 BC.

Taurus is the fixed modality of the three earth signs, the others being Virgo and Capricorn.

April is here which means springtime showers and Instagram-worthy blooms outside. It also means Taurus season is upon us. Annually, roughly between April 20 and May 20, the sun moves through the second sign of the zodiac, Taurus, symbolized by the Bull. Although we can't help but throw ourselves into organization and self-improvement projects every spring, it's also a time to slow down, embrace mindfulness, and do our best to take in simple, joyful moments with loved ones. This urge to take it easy goes hand-in-hand with the energy of Taurus, as it's an earth sign associated with reveling in life's simplest pleasures and gravitating to all things aesthetically appealing, comfortable, and sensual. Many of these themes stem from the influence of Taurus' ruler, Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and money.

• Taurus: 20th April and 20th May
• Element: Earth
• Quality: Practical, Patient, Stable, Loyal, Trustworthy and Dependable
• Lucky Color: Pink and White
• Lucky Numbers: 6 and 5
• Lucky Day: Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays
• Lucky Gem: White and Green
• Lucky Metals: Silver
• Ruler: Venus
• Planet: Venus
• House: Second House
• Best Boss: Capricorn