planetary expressions of love
Love, though it is the natural domain of Venus, manifests itself holistically through each individual’s birth chart & couples’ synastry. Venus is the source of love (as a concept, desire, decision, etc) but it grows beyond that the more integrated a pair becomes, and every planet has a unique potential role in the experience, actualization, and expression of love. To determine which planets are actively participating in a partnership, look to strong synastry aspects. The planets involved will share their perspective as their configuration dictates.
*Note: this is written about the most positive possible form of love for each planet. Negative expressions of any planet in a relationship (solar selfishness, Martian violence, etc) are far removed from genuine love.
SUN ☉ A radiant, all-encompassing expression of love. Love that accepts, uplifts, dazzles, inspires, and encourages. Love built on joy and admiration. Love that nourishes the self and allows one to shine.
MOON ☽ A serene, familiar expression of love. Love that comforts, soothes, knows, listens, and understands. Love built on intuition and patience. Love that nurtures the inner child and creates a private paradise.
MERCURY ☿ A calculating, engaging expression of love. Love that learns, communicates, attends, plays, and entertains. Love built on an exchange of ideas. Love that combines moving parts in a quirky cooperation of minds.
VENUS ♀ A charming, dreamy expression of love. Love that flirts, pleases, enchants, relaxes, and arouses. Love built on delight and attachment. Love that fulfills ideals and finds deep satisfaction in another’s happiness.
MARS ♂ An intense, igniting expression of love. Love that challenges, empowers, competes, consumes, and exposes. Love built on passion and force. Love that provokes instinct and transmutes ache into pursuit.
JUPITER ♃ A grand, meaningful expression of love. Love that mystifies, fascinates, enlightens, glorifies, and expands. Love built on faith and adventure. Love that brings a profound glow to the mind & soul.
SATURN ♄ A wise, weathered expression of love. Love that disciplines, dignifies, liberates, forbears, and bides its time. Love built on sensibility, realism, and patience. Love that endures and crystallizes unto perfection.