Planet
Venus
Explore the astrological significance of Venus (Shukra), its traits, dignity, and influence in your life.
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Discover which zodiac sign your Venus (Shukra) was in when you were born. The placement of Venus in your birth chart reveals key insights about your personality and life path.
Venus (Shukra) represents love, beauty, luxury in Vedic astrology. As a natural benefic, it governs reproductive system and kidneys and influences your loving, artistic, charming nature.
Characteristics & Traits
Physical Attributes
Personality Traits
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Essential Information
Associations
Body Parts & Health
Venus governs and influences face, throat, kidneys, reproductive organs, skin, chin, cheeks. Health issues related to these body parts may manifest during challenging periods of Venus, while strong placement can enhance their vitality and function.
Career & Professions
Individuals with strong Venus placement often excel in careers related to artists, musicians, actors, designers, beauticians, jewelers, diplomats, luxury goods. The planet's influence can guide career choices and professional success in these fields.
Planetary Dignity
Exaltation
- • divine love
- • artistic brilliance
- • spiritual beauty
- • compassionate nature
- • creative excellence
Debilitation
- • lack of beauty
- • relationship problems
- • artistic blocks
- • critical nature
- • material struggles
Mooltrikona
- • harmonious relationships
- • artistic talents
- • diplomatic skills
- • balanced approach
- • refined taste
Own Sign
- • love for luxury
- • artistic abilities
- • beautiful relationships
- • material comfort
- • social charm
Dasha Periods
The Vimshottari Dasha system divides a complete 120-year cycle among the nine planets. Each planet governs a specific period called Mahadasha, during which its influence is dominant. Within each Mahadasha, there are sub-periods called Antardasha ruled by other planets. For example, if Venus Mahadasha lasts 20 years, its own Antardasha within this period would be approximately 40 months.
Mahadasha (20 years)
Positive Effects
During Venus Mahadasha, you may experience beautiful relationships and artistic success. Additionally, luxury acquisitions along with marriage opportunities are likely to manifest in your life, bringing overall growth and positive transformation.
Challenges
Potential challenges during this period may include excessive indulgence and relationship complications. You might also face overspending on luxury or artistic ego. Awareness and proper guidance can help navigate these challenges effectively.
Best Time For
This Mahadasha period is particularly favorable for marriage, artistic work, luxury purchases and beauty treatments, creative projects, relationship building. Planning major life decisions around these activities can yield the best results.
Antardasha (16.67% of cycle)
Positive Effects
Venus Antardasha brings romantic opportunities and artistic inspiration. During this sub-period, beauty enhancement as well as social success become prominent themes, offering opportunities for personal development and achievement.
Challenges
During this Antardasha, you may encounter minor relationship issues and vanity concerns. There could also be instances of spending temptations or artistic criticism. These temporary challenges can be overcome with patience and strategic planning.
Best Time For
This Antardasha period is ideal for romance, artistic creation, beauty care and social networking, luxury shopping, relationship harmony. Focus your energy on these areas to maximize the beneficial influence of this planetary period.
Venus in Different Houses
The placement of Venus in different houses of your birth chart creates unique influences. Explore how Venus affects each house placement.
Track Venus Current Movements
Now that you understand Venus's nature and influence, see how this planet is currently moving through the zodiac signs. Get real-time transit data, retrograde periods, and sign changes.