Venus in Scorpio

VENUS

Venus is the second sphere through which solar power passes on its way outward through the solar system. Yet from our point of view on earth, Venus is the first planet on the inside of our orbit going towards the sun. As such Venus represents the drive inward toward center, which meets the out-surging solar flow.

While Mercury represents meeting experience at the level of the mind, Venus refers to the inner value we give experience at the feeling-level. It is often said that Venus is the planet of love and attraction, but it can just as well be the planet of hate and repulsion, according to the inner value we give to certain experiences. Venus' loves and aversions draw us into some experiences, and pull us away from others. Those we enter into provide the substance for our inner growth and fulfillment.

Ideally, Venus represents harmony, for if we are attuned with our inner being, we naturally attract what will help develop and fulfill us. This meshing of a need with what will answer it is the true harmony Venus symbolizes. Venus can thus be a symbol of all harmonious relationships, of beauty, and of our need to give and receive appreciation.

But when the Venus function becomes deviated by insecurity, it can negatively refer to self-indulgence, narcissism, inappropriate emotional frivolity and unrealistic demands for love or luxury.

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VENUS IN SCORPIO

Keynote: Passionate feelings seek indirect modes of expression.

Symbol: A femme fatale works as an undercover agent.

The need for a rewarding, harmonious and loving relationship is intensified by the passion of Scorpio. It is possible that an element of resentfulness or an inability to forgive and forget can cause quite serious problems. A certain rivalry, not to mention occasional jealous scenes, may occur in friendship.

Even if Venus is the only planet in Scorpio, its energy will need a positive outlet, not only through sex and mutual affection, but also more aesthetic interests.

If Neptune shares Scorpio with Venus, romanticism can be disproportionate, as can negative escapism under stress.

Financially, this is an excellent placing, for security is important and there is usually a flair for investment and business, although spending is often considerable.

Venus in 'detriment' in Scorpio betrays it's weakest qualities. The Scorpionic preoccupation with sex brings out the seductiveness of the amorous goddess of love, and the emotions may be so susceptible that you may say along with Oscar Wilde, 'I can resist everything but temptation.'

The blending of this earth planet with a watery sign can, as in all earth-water combinations, produce a murky sensuality. Nevertheless, the wetness of the earth encourages plants to grow, and this position is not inimical to accomplishment. It may stimulate creative endeavor in compensation for emotional lacks and frustrations.

Venus is in detriment in Scorpio because, metaphysically, this is the sign in which the soul is compelled to renounce its attachments to the senses. Scorpio's penetrating mind has undergone a vast disenchantment with the shallowness of the gossipy parties and frivolous indulgences of the worldly Venus. Socially conscious Venusian Scorpions are capable of deliberately turning their backs upon a life of ease and rededicating themselves to a cause requiring privation and personal sacrifice.

The emotion-swamped judgment of this combination promotes infatuations, clandestine love affairs, and misalliances. A suspicious and inquisitorial thread in the love-nature may produce outbursts of sexually motivated jealousy and cruelty.

Because of difficulty in expressing their affections, the subject may turn to religion or become exaggeratedly austere as a reaction against the impasse into which their desires have led them. Realizing the futility of striving after sensory satisfactions, they will eventually develop a new appreciation of the value of purity and self-control.

Sun in Virgo / Venus in Scorpio

A conflict can arise between Virgoan modesty and the sexual desires of Venus in Scorpio. While you may be extremely attractive sexually, you may not want to appear so!

If self-confidence and relaxation into sexual enjoyment can be developed, the influence of Venus will do much good for the possibly sexually inhibited Virgoan.

This is a wholehearted friend who may become overcritical at times. Money is managed well.

Sun in Libra / Venus in Scorpio

On the whole, Librans should gain much from this placing of the planet that rules their Sun sign. It will give them an air of romantic mystery, making the women inclined to be femmes’ fatales.

The increased sexuality of this combination weakens the otherwise wholly romantic Libran outlook on love, and adds an intensity and sense of purpose that can otherwise be lacking.

This is a friend who wants to enjoy all aspects of life, and will have the capacity to do so. They will make money and spend it . . .

Sun in Scorpio / Venus in Scorpio

The passion of Scorpio will have some very romantic overtones, which will add to one’s sexual attractiveness.

Scorpio jealousy will be increased, as will a tendency to become obsessive about the partner's every action.

Moneymaking acumen will be present.

Sun in Sagittarius / Venus in Scorpio

The lively, fiery passion of Sagittarius is increased, with the need for independence clashing somewhat with the Scorpionic intensity of feeling. They may feel pangs of jealousy from time to time and loathe them, doing everything possible to rationalize these difficult feelings. Awareness of the conflict will help to counter it.

The Sagittarian enjoyment of life will be enhanced; here is a friend who will be a marvelous host, full of suggestions for enjoyable experiences.

Financial risks will be taken, with mixed results.

Sun in Capricorn / Venus in Scorpio

The love life will be taken very seriously, and perhaps the subject will refuse to realize that they have some deep, intense and very powerful feelings. There will be loyalty once committed, but there can sometimes be a conflict between emotion and a practical approach to life, resulting in the delaying of commitment.

Friends will be put to the test in some way before being fully accepted.

Steady financial growth is important and will be achieved.

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