Characteristics of Libra

At last the demons appeared to be happy. But, in their unconsciousness, they brought about the very thing they were trying to prevent, for Śukra revealed the mantra of immortality to Kaca, so that when Kaca would tear himself out of Śukra’s body, he would repeat the mantra and raise Śukra from the dead. Tendencies of Venus and Libra ‘Venus is charming, has a splendorous physique, is excellent or great in disposition, has charming eyes, is a poet, is phlegmatic and windy and has curly hair.’ - Bṛhat Parāśara Hora Śāstra Symbol: The Scale Element: Air Ruling Planet: Venus/Śukra Cakra: Anāhata Ayurvedic constitution: Vata Healing stone: Crystal Libra is the brilliant symbol of harmony. It indicates a perfect balance despite outer conflicts and struggles. Even when difficulties arise in life, the person will keep his or her cool manners and readiness for action. Libra has equal potential for the inner world as well as outer-world life. It can as much slide towards enjoying the outer world without seeking for anything else, or may proceed inward to seek enlightenment. Often, Libra thirsts for material comfort and enjoys to be surrounded with beautiful things. Generally, Libra confers leadership, power and command over ideas. Many reformers, idealists, revolutionaries, prophets are influenced by this sign. They have the ability to sacrifice themselves to their goals and projects. The person can go to great extent to actualize his dream. Libra is deeply humanitarian; the native is a lover of truth and justice. It has its own idea about a perfect and ideal world. But Libras tend to be more idealists than realists or practical people and often build castles in the air. They are also extremely susceptible to the feelings of others towards themselves. They like to have influential and unique friends, and are often successful at making a difference in the world. Business endeavors can give them administrative power and the ability to influence others. Libra people are not much mindful of home and family. Their complexion will be fair, their stature medium, their face broad, eyes fine, handsome, of sensual disposition and keenly observant. Arts careers, drama and singing, or yogis are also seen under this venusian influence. Libra Nakṣatras: Citra, Svāti and Viśākha Characteristics of a Citra born Citra is ‘the star of opportunity’. It is of bright and transparent appearance. This nakṣatra reflects the world of māya (illusion), which the native is to overcome. It allows the person to realize the fruit of his good past actions that come through righteousness and sincerity. It has a highly spiritual energy and effect, and is one of the most mystical of the twenty seven nakṣatras. Citra stands for the spiritual initiation which gives direct insight into the truth. It gives a life of challenges which precede the search for enlightenment. Citra confers a great desire to achieve and reach spiritual heights as it holds a great idealism and purity. The native feels he must live enlightenment and work in some way to live and radiate it. You will be an efficient leader when you are born under Citra. You have elegance and charisma, you are bright, popular, extremely honest and a soft person, found of the latest innovation on the market. You usually stand out of the crowd and like to shine. Your desire of knowledge can incite you to study a whole lifetime, without ever feeling you have thoroughly mastered your passion. This is the reason why you constantly work on improving yourself. You also have artistic talents and the ability to arrange