Venus, also known as ‘Shukra’ in Vedic astrology, is a female benefic planet that is prominently discussed for its wealth and luxury. It is the brightest of nine planets and very similar to the size of Earth. Venus rules the astrological signs of Taurus and Libra. He is exalted in Pisces and weakened in Virgo. Its metal is silver, the gem is diamond, the direction is southeast, the color is white, the season is spring, the element is water, and the day is Friday. It spends around 28 days in a zodiac and takes 11 months to complete the orbit. He is a friend of Mercury, Saturn and Rahu; and enemy of the Sun and the Moon. Venus rules semen and is therefore directly responsible for birth, fertility, and primordial sexuality. Venus is the last woman for men in her birth chart.

According to a Vedic belief, Venus is the son of the great seer ‘Bhrigu’, who is the master of astrology, spiritual science and scriptures. Venus is said to be the mentor or guru of demons. She is the only Venus who knows the art, blessed by Lord Shiva, of bringing the dead back to life. Venus is also associated with Ayurvedic medicine, tantra, spell, hypnotism, mesmerism, and alchemy.

Venus is all about expensive cars and jewelry, good food and drink, a beautiful home, and a sense of refinement. Love, romance, a good marriage, friendships, and attraction are always on the cards for people with a strong Venus in their birth chart. Venus represents enjoyment of all kinds and that is why everyone wants Venus on their side. The late Princess Diana had a strong Venus in her birth chart. Due to her combination of Venus with other planets, she was considered an iconic beauty and the most photographed woman in the world.

Physically, Venus is responsible for the eyes, nose, chin, throat, venereal discomfort, indigestion, pimples, impotence, loss of appetite, skin rashes, sexual organs, kidneys and bladder.

Professionally, Venus rules the textile and clothing industry, the travel and tourism industry, the food and restaurant industry, the hotel industry, the sex industry, the film industry, the music industry, the theater, the poetry and literature. In addition, beauty salons, jewelry companies, cosmetic stores, costumes, astrology, painting, photography, and other creative works are under the influence of Venus.

His main period in Vedic astrology, also known as ‘Shukra Dasha’ or ‘Mahadasha’, is 20 years. It is the longest ‘Mahadasha’ of any planet in Vedic astrology.