Taurus The Zodiac Sign

Taurus Zodiacal Characteristics

Basic traits of Taurus' character April 21 - May 21

The Zodiacal sign of Taurus begins on April 20th, but it does not come into its full power until approximately seven days later, around April 27th. From this date, it is in full strength until May 20th. After this, it gradually loses strength for seven days due to the cusp of the incoming sign, Gemini.

Taurus is the sign of practicality and possession. People born under the sign of Taurus are often very patient, practical, and dedicated. They are usually cautious when dealing with people, life, and finances. They possess a curious power of influence over others, even when not consciously trying to do so.

Individuals born during this period are extremely reliable, with a strong need for security and a stable routine. Even though they are very pragmatic, they can also be highly romantic and sensitive in matters of love.

They possess great endurance, both physical and mental, and can sustain significant levels of fatigue as long as there is excitement or determination driving them.

Taurians make excellent hosts and hostesses and exhibit fine taste in food. In managing their households, they can make a lot from a little.

These individuals often become skillful managers, possess sound business intuition, and are typically perceived as wealthier than they are because they dress well and present themselves elegantly.

They are influenced by their senses and affectionate nature, valuing affection more than sensual pleasure. Taurians are warm and sensual, appreciating the finer things in life. With security as their main motivation, they excel in business matters and can be trusted to handle responsibilities carefully. They are strong-willed and often creative, with the Moon being exalted in Taurus, which augurs well for success in public matters. Additionally, Venus's influence lends them a passionate nature, along with strong loyalty and fidelity. They are kind and generous with friends, with whom they share a deep, unspoken bond.

When they love, Taurians are profoundly generous and consider no sacrifice too great for those they care about; if they view someone as an enemy, they will fight with resolute obstinacy. However, they prefer to confront challenges openly, detesting cunning, double-dealing, or deceit.

Taurians can be negatively affected by unsuitable surroundings, becoming melancholic and dejected under such conditions.

They are sometimes too readily swayed by their emotions, sensations, or affections.

As a general rule, both genders have a tendency toward jealousy, which can lead them to act impulsively or display sudden bouts of temper, often regretting such outbursts later on.

At their best, Taurians are typically strong and reserved, but to others, they may sometimes come across as unapproachable or stubbornly inflexible.

They have a natural appreciation for harmony, rhythm, and color, and often find success in music, poetry, and art. Those born under Taurus can be the most loyal and steadfast friends. They also make competent, patient caregivers and healers, and nearly all have a pronounced love for gardening and botany.