Invariably, Venus supplies sympathy to any nature and often in a helpful way. But this planetary influence must be controlled or it can disintegrate into maudlin sentiment and its attendant faults.

In Aries, Venus combines with Mars. This supplies a kindly quality to the natural drive of Aries, but does not add the self-control and patience needed in this sign. This combination may run wild without other planetary influences.

In Taurus, the influence of Venus is doubled, producing a sympathetic rather than a stubborn types but love of pleasure will be over-evident and detrimental.

In Gemini, Venus and Mercury add to the superficial trend of this sign. Things of the moment will prevail, and persons of this type will use sentiment to further their own desires.

In Cancer, Venus and the Moon increase emotional uncertainty of this sign, but turn its loyalty and home-loving qualities into a steadying factor.

In Leo, Venus combines with the Sun to add charm to exuberance, understanding to loyalty, greatly strengthening this sign, though self-restraint is often lacking. There is also a tendency to take life too easily.

In Virgo, Venus and Mercury give creative artistry to the skill of this sign. The combination adds friendliness and understanding to the Virgo temperament, but often results in wasted effort. The combination is generally good.

In Libra, Venus exerts a double influence, increasing the traits of Virgo to an exaggerated extent. Good or bad, sink or swim, is the indication here, depending much on the individual and which traits he develops.

In Scorpio, Venus and Mars give amorous ardor to this sign. Sympathy tempers the harsh Scorpio nature but intensives the desire for pleasure.

In Sagittarius, Venus with Jupiter softens the somewhat irritable nature of this sign, but lessens its energy. Most Sagittarian faults are controllable through Venus.

In Capricorn, Venus combines with Saturn to rouse the Capricorn nature from moodiness to sociability, but this often results in jealousy and misunderstanding.

In Aquarius, the combination of Venus and Saturn is usually bad, tending to dissipation, extravagance, and reckless ways.

In Pisces, Venus and Jupiter produce an optimistic outlook, resulting in a happy, cheerful disposition. People with this combination are simple and truthful.