Venus (Shukra)
Shukra
Venus (Shukra) is the significator of love, beauty, marriage and material comforts in Vedic astrology. It rules Taurus and Libra, is exalted in Pisces and debilitated in Virgo. In a man's chart, Venus is the primary karaka for the spouse, and it governs the arts, luxury, romance and refined pleasures across any chart.
Significations
- Love, romance and marital happiness
- In a man's chart, the wife and marital relationship
- Beauty, charm and artistic talent
- Luxury, comfort and material pleasures
- Vehicles and fine possessions
- The reproductive system and overall vitality of appearance
When Strong
- A happy, harmonious marriage or romantic partnership
- Artistic talent and appreciation for beauty
- Charm, grace and a magnetic personality
- Comfort, luxury and enjoyment of life's pleasures
- Good health related to skin and reproductive organs
When Weak
- Difficulties or delays in marriage and romantic relationships
- Lack of harmony or affection in partnerships
- Overindulgence in comfort or material pleasures
- Skin or reproductive health issues
- Dissatisfaction despite outward material comfort
Remedies
- Mantra:
- Om Shukraya Namah, recited on Fridays.
- Gemstone:
- Diamond or White Sapphire, worn in silver or platinum on the middle finger, after consulting an astrologer.
- Donation:
- Donate white clothes, sugar, rice or perfume on Fridays.
- Fasting:
- Observe a fast on Fridays and worship Goddess Lakshmi.
Friday · White / pastel pink · reproductive organs, kidneys, face, throat · Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purva Ashadha