Sign After Aries: Taurus
The Earthly Bull of the Zodiac
Taurus | The Bull
In the zodiac cycle, Taurus is the second astrological sign, following Aries. As the first earth sign, Taurus grounds the fiery initiation of Aries, bringing stability, persistence, and a focus on the material world. Ruled by Venus, Taurus is associated with beauty, sensuality, and value.
Element
Earth
Practical, reliable, and grounded. Taurus builds solid foundations.
Quality
Fixed
Determined, persistent, and resistant to change. The stabilizer of the zodiac.
Ruling Planet
Venus
Governs love, beauty, art, money, and pleasure.
Key Traits
- Patient
- Loyal
- Devoted
- Stubborn
- Sensual
Celestial Symbolism
The constellation Taurus often represents the bull form taken by Zeus in Greek mythology to abduct Europa. Its brightest star, Aldebaran, forms the "fiery eye" of the bull. This sign's glyph ♉ depicts the bull's head and horns, symbolizing strength and forward momentum.
Crossword Hint: When the clue is "Sign after Aries," the answer is typically "TAURUS" (6 letters).