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 Overview & Personality Traits
Taurus is one of the most ancient signs of the zodiac and celebrates the
domestication of the ox, which provided a cultural turning point for mankind.
During the Taurean Age (4000 - 2000 BC), ancient civilizations flourished upon
the labor of the bull and the agricultural benefits that arose from the
associated invention of the plough. During this period the bull became one of
the most important religious symbols, honored as a powerful symbol of
productivity and creativity.
Today the sun passes through Taurus during the blossoming period of spring when
new growth begins to color and flower. This is a time of pleasant, relaxing
warmth, lush greenery and gentle colors; the season of fertility where nature
abounds with the rearing of the young and tender.
Although renown for its reserves of strength and power, Taurus symbolizes a
mellow energy, easy going and slow to arouse in any particular passion. Those
born under this sign like to take things easy and have a gift for appreciating
the finer things in life. They may not demand the instant attention commanded by
the livelier signs, but give them time and they start to reveal a depth of
character that is very alluring and attractive. The Taurean manner is
comforting, supportative and marked by a dry and earthy humor - neither subject
to airy illusions or undue emotional excitement, their subtle 'get real'
approach is a refreshing and welcomed anchorage point for those of us who are
easily infected by exaggerated dreams, fiery passions, or unrealistic promises.
The gift of the Taurean is resilience, fixidity and endurance. Taureans are
often accused of being too fixed in their opinions and too slow to embrace
change or mental motivation, but their insights have settled slowly, taking time
to mature, and thus carry a strength of permanence that is resistant to
superficial movement. What manifests as stubbornness to some can be seen from
the opposite side as reliable reassurance and rare constancy. When Taureans
adopt a cause or commit to friendship, they honor their pledges and allegiances,
remaining steadfast to their loyalties through thick and thin.
It is often said that you can't push a bull, you can only lead it from the
front. Approach Taureans from the wrong angle and they simply become the
immovable object that even the most irrepressible force won't shift. Although
their nature is not aggressive, when locked in combat they possess the ultimate
strength - the determination to do nothing at all, except refuse to shift. The
capacity for stillness is a rare talent, and should a Taurean decide to park
itself down and just sit, slow persuasive tactics are the only antidote. Brute
force, intimidation, fear and threats roll off the back of a creature that knows
you will tire of the game before it does.
Taureans are inherently placid, so it is rare for them to lose their temper and
display anger and aggression. When they do, fearful as they become, they lose
touch with their true strength and display their vulnerability. They don't
respond in anger lightly, so the act itself is a sign of severe distress and
emotional confusion that deserves some consideration. But if a Taurean 'loses
it', their instinct is to charge and rage; they display their distress through
instantaneous physical destruction, noises and bangs rather than hurtful mental
assaults, verbal spears, or the execution of a pre-planned attack. The
proverbial 'bull in a china shop' has no purpose in the destruction, but by
comparison to the innate strength and power of a raging bull, all the
surroundings seem fragile and easily broken. Ultimately they will be the most
distressed and frightened by the intensity of their passions and seek to close
that vulnerability by hardening themselves emotionally. There are places that
Taureans just do not want to go, making them the least communicative of all the
zodiac types when it comes to revealing their inner workings or relating openly
and honestly about their emotional drives.
But relationships are important to the Taurean and so is love, though they may
shy away from the frivolously romantic, or what they may consider 'sloppy'
expressions of love. The sign is ruled by Venus, an association which
strengthens the Taurean proclivity for earthy, sensual delights and physical
desires. Anything that enchants and indulges the senses as well as the emotions
is a source of pleasure to a Taurean, so that they are often marked by their
interest in fine clothing, soft silks, rich velvets, jewels and works of art or
beauty. Their leanings are generally towards the conventional and
non-controversial, but through their pronounced sensuality they often reveal a
true flair for mixing colors, smells, textures, tastes, sounds and sights to the
delight of others and themselves. In their quest for harmony they will naturally
shun the 'ugly', 'cheap' or 'crude', and others may mistake this as pure
materialism, but it is an expression of their sensuous natures, through which
adornment and refined environments create an extension of their own inner grace.
As lovers, Taureans are known for being extremely physical, passionately fond of
sex, but high in drive and low in imagination. Always veering towards the
conservative and traditional, they dislike novelties, experimentation or quirky
fads. Trust and stability are essential qualities in any relationships - this is
not a sign suited to open marriages or free and superficial relationships.
Neither do they like the confusion of the emotional games played in
relationships, which leads to the kind of stress that promotes their less
admirable traits. Jealousy is reputed to be one of their worst faults, but
Taureans are no more inclined to jealousy than any of the other signs. The
problem is they handle it badly: having a poor talent for the delicate art of
scheming, they display their jealousy in a direct and obvious manner, making it
very clear that in their terms a commitment is a commitment and carries a heavy
responsibility.
Some also accuse Taureans of being covetous, needing to possess and own, and
having a very simplistic mental outlook that translates everything into that
which is solid, reliable and practical - and therefore real - and that which is
not. It is true that they struggle with abstract concepts and this is not a sign
that is known for mental agility, lateral thinking or any particular skill in
originality and inventiveness. Their interests revolve around established principles,
so they are great lovers of history and heritage. In domestic life they adhere
to traditional values, and in commerce they like to invest in proven collateral
- property, antiques, that which has acquired its value over time and offers a
slow and steady return.
As the first of the 'Earth' signs, Taurus personalizes the expressions 'solid as
a rock' and 'down to earth'. There is a true affinity with earth, and being in
the world of nature and surrounded by the products of the earth is a source of
spiritual strength. Farming and agriculture belong to Taurus, relating back to
the signs early origins. Productivity and creativity are also appropriate
keywords - Taureans are never happier than when putting physical form to their
concept of harmony and beauty. So you will find many involved in the creative
arts, or demonstrating creativity in practical pursuits such as flower
arranging, pottery, creative cookery, etc. For them, there is a real sense of
relaxation in just 'doing' without the need to overtax oneself emotionally or
mentally. Once motivated to begin a project, they shine through their noticeable
powers of endurance and resilience. More than any other sign, this is one of
hidden reserves of power and strength. Of solidity in form and character.
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