Taurus (Vrishabha) Zodiac Sign

Taurus (Vrishabha, वृषभ) is the 2nd sign of the zodiac, ruled by Venus — a fixed (sthira) earth sign symbolised by the bull. Taurus (Vrishabha) is ruled by Venus and is fixed earth — steady, sensual and grounded. Natives are patient, reliable and comfort-loving, with a deep appreciation for beauty, food, music and material security. Loyal and determined, they resist change and value stability above all.

Personality & traits

Taurus (Vrishabha) is ruled by Venus and is fixed earth — steady, sensual and grounded. Natives are patient, reliable and comfort-loving, with a deep appreciation for beauty, food, music and material security. Loyal and determined, they resist change and value stability above all.

Career & profession

Banking and finance, agriculture and food, fashion, luxury and real estate, music and the arts — fields rewarding patience, taste and steady effort.

Love & compatibility

Romantic, sensual and devoted, Taurus natives love deeply and lastingly, valuing loyalty and comfort. They harmonise best with earth and water signs — Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer and Pisces.

Strengths

Reliability and patience; Loyalty and devotion; Practicality and determination.

Challenges

Stubbornness; Possessiveness; Resistance to change.

Who is the ruling planet of Taurus (Vrishabha)?

Taurus is ruled by Venus. It is a Fixed (Sthira) Earth sign, symbolised by the bull.

Which signs are most compatible with Taurus?

Taurus is generally most compatible with Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces.

What are the lucky colour, number and gemstone for Taurus?

Lucky colour: White / pink; lucky number: 6; lucky day: Friday; gemstone: Diamond (Heera) (from its ruler Venus).

Is Taurus a Moon sign or Sun sign?

In Vedic astrology, your rashi is read from the Moon (the janma rashi or birth Moon sign), which differs from the Western Sun sign and is calculated using the sidereal zodiac.