Mars Transit in Taurus

Taurus belongs to Venus, who stands neutral to Mars. Mangala passes through in about forty-three days, so the earthy, fixed sign slows Mars down, and effort here works through persistence.

Taurus governs the face, speech, food and family wealth. Mars in this sign sharpens speech and can turn it harsh. Money is earned through effort and spent in bursts. Disputes over property and family assets rise during the stay.

The nakshatras are Krittika, Rohini and Mrigashira. Krittika, under the Sun, opens with heat and decision. Rohini, under the Moon, softens the passage and turns effort toward building. Mrigashira is Mars's own nakshatra, and the closing days carry the most drive.

Classical gochara counts Mars well in the third, sixth and eleventh from the natal Moon. Pisces, Sagittarius and Cancer Moons receive it in those houses. Taurus Moons hold it in the first, where the jaw and the throat feel the heat. Leo Moons carry it in the tenth and Scorpio Moons in the seventh.

The stay shows a person how they defend what they own. Sharp words spoken over possessions cost more than the possessions.

Slow, physical building suits this Mars better than confrontation. Guard the teeth and keep the diet cool.

• Recite Om Kram Kreem Kraum Sah Bhaumaya Namah on Tuesday.
• Hold speech for a count before answering in any dispute.
• Put the energy into repair and building around the home.