Mars in Taurus in the Birth Chart
A Baby Born in This Signature Needs Structure and Useful Tasks
The natural initiative and drive of Mars are reduced in Taurus but are replaced with the gifts of endurance and strong organizational skills.
Mars Transits Taurus Until Early August
The Red Planet, Mars, astrological symbol for all things quick, spontaneous, and adventurous entered the slow, methodical and cautious sign of Taurus on 24 June 2007 at 21:27 UT, and will leave this sign to enter Gemini on 7 August 2007 at 06:02 UT. All children born between these two times will have "Mars in Taurus" in their birth charts and show the traits described by this astrological position throughout their entire lives.
Taurus as a Fixed Sign
Taurus is a Fixed Sign. This means that any planet found within the borders of the sign will be characterized, in its mode of operation, by great fixity. "Fixity" means firm and immoveable, set in its nature, steady in direction, definitely decided, solidly established, put in order or well-organized, disciplined and prepared, solid and not volatile, not sensitive to outside influence, and with a tendency to repair, mend, or prearrange things in general.
The Fixed Signs imply great concentration, fixity of purpose, permanence and endurance, and an unwillingness to change either themselves or external circumstances, but rather to continue in being and doing what is in their own nature without regard for conditions outside themselves. Fixed Signs stand fast. They adhere to their own internal sets of ideals, principles and values. Fixed Signs take a long-term view of things and consider the future consequences of present acts.
The Realistic Earth Sign Taurus
Taurus, an Earth Sign, is practical and down-to-earth. Earth signs are not prone to abstract and theoretical musings; they place more importance on the realties of the situation at hand than they do on feelings - yours or theirs; they value the body and substance of things, and practical achievement. Earth Signs are cold and dry, and can sometimes be seen as rigid, impersonal, unfeeling, or harsh. One of their main objectives in life is the ordering, distribution, or accumulation of substance and the practical matters of life.
Earth Signs are typically slow and cautious, do things methodically, value things that are useful in some practical way, and are in touch with the real world. They are generally conservative and will follow the path of the tried-and-true. They take things as they are, and work within those limits. These signs are patient and persevering, and want something substantial to show for their efforts.
Sensuality and Endurance are Typical Personality Traits
The sign of Taurus will display all the above traits. Each one of the twelve signs of the zodiac is the epitome of the combined natures of the Quality (the mode of operation) and the Element (the area of activity) that contribute to its makeup. Taurus is of the Fixed Quality and the Earth Element, and is the maximum expression of this combination. Inertia is one of the chief traits of Taurus. The sign is the expression of pure sensuality, and taste and touch are highlighted - Taurus is a “bestial” sign, and shows the instinctual and unsophisticated urges of the animal nature, and likes creature comforts. This sign is very strong in all areas requiring the ability to efficiently organize practical affairs.
The Sign of the Bull symbolizes endurance and persistence. The Bull is of a tranquil and peaceable nature, free from mental agitation or anxiety and loving quiet and harmony. Once aroused or angered, however, the deep passions of this sign can bring irresistible and insatiable forces to the surface. Waving a red flag at a bull is a sport for the very courageous, or the very foolish.
The Way We Work and Establish Our Independence is Shown by Mars
Mars, the planet symbolizing action, raw energy, passions of all kinds – Mars is intrinsically involved with sexual expression -, as well as initiative, the way a person performs work, and the establishment of the personal space in life – independence -, when found in the sign of Taurus will act according to the nature of that sign. The sign controls, defines, or colors the manner in which the dynamic energies of any planet express themselves.
