Religions, although generally all are Jupiterian on a baseline level, they're co-ruled by different planets, e.g Christianity is Jupiter-Saturn ruled. 9th century astrologer Abu Ma'shar stated that Islam is governed by Venus-Jupiter in KitÄb al-milal wa-l-duwal.
Abu Ma'shar wrote that when a great conjunction occurred with Venus, it heralded the birth of Islam and the Arab conquests. Venus represents beauty, pleasure, cleanliness, art and passion. Astrologers noted that Islamic culture emphasized ritual washing (5 times a day), sensory appreciation within divine bounds, specific marriage laws, and a holy day on Friday (which is ruled by Venus). One of Allah's names is "Al-Jameel", the beautiful.
Islam differs from most other religions for its' encouragement of indulging in material and sensual pleasures and enjoying what God has blessed you with on earth. Everything you have is given to you by God, so it's considered selfish to not enjoy and not be grateful. Quran explicitly states that gratefulness is one of the highest states of existence you can achieve from which on you unlock endless abundance, and Quran encourages asking for big things from God, because the is the most generous and abundant. Scholars and Quran repeatedly emphasize the importance of asking for grand favors for this reason. The contrast to other religions is importaht, because many religions developed strong currents of world-denial, celibacy, renunciation of beauty or suspicion toward pleasure. Islam does almost the opposite. Marriage is encouraged, eating good food is encouraged, perfume is encouraged, beautiful clothing is encouraged, and gratitude is demonstrated by enjoying God's blessings. Holiness is not based upon austerity and deprivation unlike in certain other religions.
The Quran repeatedly condemns excessive asceticism and self-imposed deprivation:
"Say, who has forbidden the adornment (zinah) of Allah which He has brought forth for His servants and the good things of provision?" (7:32)
"But monasticism they invented; We did not prescribe it for them."
The concept of zinah (adornment) itself is of course. Venusian. The Quran speaks positively of beautiful garments, jewelry,beautification of mosques and beautification of the earth, beautification of yourself and everything around you in general. Beauty becomes morally problematic only when it leads to arrogance, vanity or injustice.
The Prophet ļ·ŗ said "Allah is beautiful and loves beauty." Venusian theology.
Cleanliness is next to Godliness
Although cleaning has Virgo associations, the grooming, keeping up personal hygiene and making your environment clean and tidy parts are under Venus' domain. Cleanliness is one of the most emphasized subjects in Quran and Islamic culture says barakah (abundance) doesn't enter unclean homes. One of the famous Hadiths which Muslims live by says, "Cleanliness/purity is half of iman (faith)" (Ų§ŁŲ·ŁŁŁŁŁŲ±Ł Ų“ŁŲ·ŁŲ±Ł Ų§ŁŁŲ„ŁŁŁ
ŁŲ§ŁŁ). In Turkic countries which predominantly consist of Muslim populations, the saying "Iman comes from cleanliness" is very widespread (Turkish: temizlik imandan gelir / Uzbek: tozalik imandandir).
Of course, it's also mandatory to do a ritual washing before each prayer, which is 5 times a day.
Smelling good is considered a good deed and Sunnah
Prophet Mohammad expressed that fragrance has been made dear to him, wore fragrance for daily care (especially favored musk), and recommended it to his ummah. It is Sunnah to apply fragrance before Friday prayers, on religious holidays and when receiving guests. However, it is discouraged to wear scents strong enough that they're sensible by other people and it's discouraged for women to wear aphrodisiac scents outside of home.
In Islam, art and aesthetics are based on the principle of doing everything in the most beautiful way (ihsan), deriving its source from the Quran and Sunnah.
Unity (Tawhid) Reflects infinity and the oneness of God, it's one of the core principles of the religion and Islamic art. Repeating motifs and geometric shapes radiating from the center symbolize this belief.
Beauty is a part of Islamic morality
In traditional astrology and esoteric philosophy, Venus isn't just about surface-level attraction; it represents cosmic balance, divine symmetry, and the pulling force of love ('Ishq) that draws everything back to its source. When we look at Islamic art and geometry through this lens, the connection becomes incredibly vivid.
Islamic civilization has viewed art not merely as an aesthetic pursuit, but as a reflection of divine truth and a means of contemplation. In Islamic thought, art is considered a way of comprehending the beauties created by God and seeing God's attributes in them. Art, reflected in the beauty of a flower, the splendor of an architectural structure, or the pen of a calligrapher, is an expression of humanity's admiration for the artistry of its Lord and its desire to draw closer to Him. In this context, Islamic art is not merely ornamentation that appeals to the eye, but also a mirror that purifies the soul, guides humanity towards spirituality, calls to the depths of truth, and allows one to comprehend His power and the perfection in His artistry.
"Understanding Beauty" is understanding existence. Existence is a gift from the Most Beautiful Creator. It is a sign from Him, a blessing. Beauty in existence is not inherent in itself, but rather the result of a manifestation of the Most Beautiful in existence. Existence owes all its meaning and value to this manifestation. Islamic thought, which considers beauty as a part of morality, was born and developed as an activity of understanding. In it, the effort to understand is not an expression of the desire to possess, but of a consciousness of belonging. This can be seen in the relationship that Islamic thought establishes with nature, the concrete form of existence. This relationship gave rise to the perception of beauty in Islamic thought. -Mustafa UÄur Gƶk
According to Islamic scholars, the ācourageousā claims that are the product of an individualās internal struggles and contradictory state of mind have no place in Islamic art.
āIn Islamic aesthetics, art, considered a form of prayer, requires a humble attitude from the artist. The fact that the artist as a subject did not stand out in tradition, and that a privileged class of artists did not emerge, is a result of this humble attitude.ā
Throughout history, Sufis have attached special importance to all arts and have encouraged artistry, especially the ones centered on the Quran, like Hat (calligraphy).
Some of the most well known tpyes of Islamic arts include;
Calligraphy: Often considered the highest form of Islamic art. Since the Quran is the literal word of God, writing it beautifully became an act of devotion.
(from left to right made by Ottoman Qur'an by the Turkish calligrapher Qarabash, Turkish Hattats, HĆ¼lya Mamati & NilgĆ¼n Gedik)
Illumination and Manuscript Arts aka Tezhip in Ottoman tradition: Its purpose is honoring sacred knowledge. The physical manifestation of knowledge is made beautiful because knowledge itself is viewed as noble.
Arabesque: Flowers like roses, tulips, and cypresses became major motifs in Persian, Ottoman and Uzbek art. Paradise is described with rivers, greenery, fruits and garden symbolisms so unsurprising that Islamic decorative arts became filled with floral imagery. This resonates strongly with Venus, whose symbolism across many traditions is linked with gardens, flowers, abundance, and cultivated beauty.
Geometry and Geometric Patterns: The endlessly repeating patterns suggest that creation points beyond itself toward divine infinity. You can never find a true beginning or end to many Islamic geometric patterns. Geometry also reflects the Quranic notion that God created everything according to measure and balance (mizan); everything is created in measure, proportion and equilibrium. Beauty is therefore not random but ordered and harmonious. Venus rules harmony, proportion, symmetry, balance, mathematical beauty, refinement.
Divine Love in Tasawwuf and 12H undercurrents.
A huge amount of Sufi literature revolves around beauty and love, as it is the mystical path of love. For many Sufis earthly beauty reminds one of Divine Beauty, human love becomes a mirror for Divine Love (the basis of the whole doctrine) & as mentioned in previous sections, beauty awakens longing for union with God. Tawhid is one of the core principles of Sufism indicating we are one with the creator and all his creation, there is no seperation. Divine Love often gets misinterpreted by western readers for literal romantic love, but it's the kind of love which transcends that as they unite you with God. This is often triggered after an experience with someone that you feel such fondness towards that they bring you closer to the creator, or lead you to experience him for the first time. Ishq is the supreme spiritual force and the ultimate path to knowing God. It is an intense, all-consuming passion where the seeker (the lover) yearns to dissolve the boundaries of the ego to achieve union with the Divine (the Beloved)
Sufis believe divine love cannot be grasped by the intellect; it is experienced exclusively through the deep, spiritual heart. The qalb (heart) is the spiritual sanctionary. Eventually, worldly attachments are left behind for the sake of divine closeness. Ā Within the heart we come closer and closer to our Beloved (Creator), so close that finally there is no separation as the lover merges into the Beloved, the lover becomes lost in love, ādrowned in loveās ocean.ā This doctrine directly reflects Venus' exaltation in 12H and Pisces.
Loving someone romantically or platonically is also significant as it's often the starting point that leads a person toward a deeper understanding of spiritual love. In this understanding we can see involvement of Venus in all 3 stages of Taurus - Libra (Ishq-e-Majazi (Metaphorical or Earthly Love) - eventually Pisces, dissolving of material attachments (Ishq-e-Haqiqi (True or Divine Love)
All addictions are a low level search to unite with God, as all desires are also a call from God to find your way to him.
On the Sufi journey we discover that the veil that separates us from the Divine is our ego, our illusory sense of a separate self. We have to ādie before you dieā, the ego has to be sacrificed; consumed by the fire of divine love. For the Sufi ānothing is possible in love without death,ā
Between you and me there lingers an āIt is Iā which torments me
Ah! lift this āIt is Iā from between us both
Venus also appears in Mevlana (Rumi)'s writings frequently as a motif expressing the ascent from the material world to the spiritual world.
Islam's greeting itself is "As-salamu alaykum" ("Peace be upon you"). Peace (salam) is one of the religion's most visible social ideals and even one of God's names is As-Salam. Paradise itself is described as an abode of peace.
The Prophet ļ·ŗ taught that even smiling at another person is charity. Cheerfulness, warmth, and pleasantness in social interaction are all strongly encouraged.
Something Quran frequently touches upon is the importance of having good morals, making it essential for Muslims to always work on specific things in this regard. Gossiping, using hurtful words, unprovoked criticism are among the things strongly discouraged. The Quran instructs believers to speak kindly (qawlan ma'rufa), gently (qawlan layyina), and with dignity (qawlan karima). Even when addressing enemies or correcting others, harshness is discouraged whenever possible.
The Quran praises "those who restrain anger and pardon people". Venus seeks reconciliation and social harmony rather than unnecessary conflict.
The Prophet ļ·ŗ encouraged exchanging gifts because it increases love and affection between people. Gift-giving, tokens of affection, and strengthening social bonds are very Venusian themes.
Mercy is one of the central themes of Islam. Every chapter of the Quran except one begins with "In the name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful."
(Silat ar-Rahim) ā Islam places immense emphasis on preserving kinship and social bonds, visiting relatives, and caring for parents and family members. Venus governs relationships and social cohesion.
Backbiting, suspicion, mockery, ridicule, and spreading rumors (fitnah) are all strongly condemned because they damage communal harmony and relationships.
Venus is the planet of union and love relationships. Islam places extraordinary emphasis on marriage as half of faith, affection (mawaddah), mercy (rahmah), spouses as garments for one another and fulfilling emotional and physical rights. Islam also places a moral duty on both the wife and husband to take care of each other, and take care of themselves (upkeep with personal beauty, hygiene etc.)
"And among His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them, and He placed between you affection and mercy."
Sexuality is seen as spiritually meaningful and natural.
In the eyes of God, men and women are considered spiritual equals. The Quran explicitly states that both genders are rewarded equally for their actions and faith. Islam introduced reforms to establish women's rights in 7th century Arabia at a time when women were suffering. Islam made it mandatory for women to have access to financial independence, inheritence, consent in marriage and high societal value.
Financial Independence: A womanās wealth is entirely her own. She is under no obligation to spend her own money on the household, that responsibility falls entirely on her husband or male relatives.
A marriage is considered invalid without the explicit consent of the bride. She also retains her own family name after marriage, rather than taking her husband's.
Education: The pursuit of education is a religious duty in Islam. The Prophet Muhammad stated that "Seeking knowledge is mandatory upon every Muslim" (which includes both men and women). Women were prominent scholars, jurists, and educators. the Prophet's wife Aisha was one of the primary sources of Islamic law and narration.
on a Lunar note, well-known hadith of the Prophet Muhammad states, "Heaven lies under the feet of your mothers,"
All that being said, there's still soooooooooo much to write on why the ancient astrologers gave the rulership of Venus to Islam
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