Basic Characteristics of Taurus

The individuals born under Taurus zodiac sign are ruled by the planet Venus, which is the symbol of wealth and luxury. Individuals born under Taurus sun sign are quite good looking and have an attractive personality. They genuinely believe in hard work and determination. They have a taste for the finer things in life, like art and music. They are very gentle and religious by nature. They never miss an opportunity to do something good and pious.
Taurus individuals live by their own rules and follow their mind. They love to live a luxurious life and are quite comfortable with the opposite sex. In short, they have an inclination to lead a life that is full of indulgence and lavishness. A Taurean will always have a preference for business over service. Infact, you will find most of the Taurus individuals involved in their own business. From career point of view, they are successful in the fields of commerce, banking, cinema, textiles trading, etc.


General Astrological Predictions for Taurus in 2009

All set to celebrate the passing of 2008 and coming of 2009? The New Year brings with it new aspirations about the future and some anxiousness as well. Though all of us take up the challenges that life poses in front of us, we would not mind to know a little about the future, so as to prepare ourselves beforehand. This is why almost all of us read horoscopes. In the following lines, we provide a comprehensive detail of the how Taureans would fare in year 2009.
The year 2009 will mostly be good for you, except a few hitches here and there. It would give you satisfactory results, but an element of discomfort might be there.

Finance and Career

The lord of 10th house Saturn is transiting over the 4th house till September and is aspect at 10th house. As a result, you will get recognition of your inventive work. Your fame and status will prosper to the next level. You will get support or help by senior person. Your income will also improve.
The placement of Jupiter, in the 9th and 10th houses, will bring good news. It would also keep you busy throughout the year. You will enjoy good relations with your superiors/bosses. An increase in income as well as status is indicated.

Education and Children

Jupiter and Rahu have an aspect on your 5th house. Students can do well in studies. Planets are in good position for higher studies. There might be a celebration for the birth of a child.

Travel

There can also be frequent journeys, which will prove fruitful to you. You might be religiously or philosophically inclined.

Health and Family

The family atmosphere, on the whole, will be quite cordial, but the health of someone in the family may deteriorate.Transit of Saturn at 4th house till September 2009 will not be good for peaceful family environment, your mother may suffer some health problem.
You may be deprived of your peace of mind and even family comforts.Rahus transit into the 8th house, from November onwards, can affect your health.
In the month of January, you need to cautious while driving. Overall your health will remain good. September onwards you must be careful about your health.
There can also be delays and obstacles in achieving desired results. You may develop strained relations with your own people as well. Nevertheless, these hitches will not block your progress. Rahus placement in the 9th house, till November, is okay.

Marriage

You will face so many up and downs in fixing marriage. You might have some differences with friends and relatives. You may also have some lack of mental peace, try to keep your mind cool while dealing in these matters.