Tendencies of Venus and Libra
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'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.