Taurus (Vrishabha) — The Complete Sign Guide
Taurus (Vrishabha in Vedic astrology) is the builder — steady, sensual, enduring. Born Apr 20 – May 20, it is a Fixed Earth sign ruled by Venus, symbolised by the Bull.
Taurus is the zodiac's builder: patient, grounded and deeply sensual. Ruled by Venus, you love comfort, beauty and the tangible. You move slowly but you rarely move backward — what you build, lasts.
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Taurus personality traits
Taurus is the zodiac's builder: patient, grounded and deeply sensual. Ruled by Venus, you love comfort, beauty and the tangible. You move slowly but you rarely move backward — what you build, lasts.
Taurus strengths
Taurus at its best is: Reliable and patient, Loyal and devoted, Practical with money, Calm and grounded. These are the qualities that make Taurus recognisable and reliable once you understand the sign.
Taurus weaknesses
Every sign has a shadow. For Taurus the growth edges are: Stubborn and resistant to change, Possessive at times, Can over-value comfort. Naming them is how a Taurus turns them into strengths.
Taurus in love and compatibility
In love Taurus is devoted and steadfast — slow to commit but rock-solid once you do. You show love through touch, food, security and loyalty, and you expect the same in return.
Taurus career and money
You thrive in stable, tangible fields: finance, real estate, farming, the culinary arts, luxury, design and anything that builds lasting value.
Taurus Sun sign vs Moon sign (Rashi)
Western astrology reads your Taurus Sun sign for identity. Vedic astrology (Jyotish) leans on your Moon sign — your Vrishabha Rashi — for the emotional core. A Taurus Moon tends to be calm, comfort-seeking and emotionally steady. ShivAstro computes both from your exact birth details so you see the full picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸What are the dates for Taurus?
Taurus covers roughly Apr 20 – May 20. If you were born near the edge (a "cusp"), only an exact birth chart confirms your true Sun sign — ShivAstro calculates it free.
▸Who is Taurus most compatible with?
Taurus classically harmonises well with the other Earth signs and with complementary elements. But real compatibility is read from both full charts — try ShivAstro's free Guna Milan matching for an accurate answer.
▸What planet rules Taurus?
Taurus is ruled by Venus, which shapes much of the sign's character. The condition of Venus in your personal chart fine-tunes how strongly your Taurus traits express.
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