Venus, Freja,

Metal element

Glyph: Mirror of vanity of the goddess Venus
Rules: Taurus, Libra
Exalted in Pisces
Detriment in Scorpio, Aries
Fall in Virgo
Day: Friday
Represents: Social urge, sense of value
Keyword: Affection
Represents: Power, urge, personality, ego

Never located more than 46° distant from the Sun. Venus is the planet of love; in early times it was called the lesser benefic. Rules art, culture, aesthetics, possessions, partners, beauty, charm, good taste, sentimentality, sweets and sugar, color, harmony, poetry, paintings, jewelry, singing, drama and music. Venus’s action is gentle and harmonious. Governs emotional contacts, tenderness, moral character, marriage and unions of all kinds. Also, sociability, disposition, luxuries, pleasure and appreciation. Venus is the planet of love and sensuality, not sex. Where you find Venus in the chart shows what you really enjoy.