Venus: The Goddess, The Planet, and The Magick She Brings
Greetings my Venusian friends, let’s talk about Venus, both the planet and the goddess, because whether you realize it or not, her energy is always swirling around us. She’s in the way we love, the way we desire, and even the way we treat ourselves. You know those days when you feel like a goddess, radiating beauty and charm? That’s Venus working her magick. And the days when you’re craving romance, luxury, or just a little extra self-love? Yep, that’s her too.
The History of Venus: A Star in the Sky and a Queen Among the Gods
First, let’s start with the planet itself. Venus is often called Earth’s sister because she’s close to us in size and proximity, she is a fiery one. Her atmosphere is thick with clouds of sulfuric acid, and her surface is scorching hot, basically, she’s beauty and a beast. But despite her intensity, she shines the brightest in the night sky, often appearing as the first "star" at dusk and the last one at dawn. That’s why she’s called the Morning Star and the Evening Star.
Now, when we shift from science to mythology, Venus becomes even more fascinating. The Romans knew her as the goddess of love, beauty, and pleasure, but she’s way older than that. Before Rome, she was Aphrodite to the Greeks, Astarte to the Phoenicians, and Ishtar to the Babylonians. She has always been the embodiment of divine femininity, sensuality, and the art of attraction.
One of my favorite quotes about her comes from Ovid, who said:
“Venus Favors The Bold ( audentem Forsque Venusque iuvat )”
Basically, she rewards those who dare to chase love, beauty, and their heart’s desires without hesitation.
Invoking Venus in Your Daily Life
Venus isn’t just some far-off deity, you can call on her energy every single day. Here’s how:
Self-Love Rituals: Take a long, luxurious bath with rose petals, light pink or green candles, and remind yourself that you are a divine being worthy of love.
Dressing with Intention: Venus rules beauty and aesthetics, so wear something that makes you feel beautiful, whether it’s a silky dress, bold lipstick, or even just perfume that makes you feel sensual.
Indulging in Pleasure: Venus doesn’t do deprivation, she loves rich foods, soft fabrics, and anything that makes life feel decadent. Give yourself permission to enjoy what brings you joy.
Manifesting with Venus in Magick
When it comes to manifesting, Venus is a powerhouse for anything related to love, attraction, abundance, and creativity. If you want to work with her energy, do it on a Friday (her sacred day) and use items like roses, copper (her metal), honey, and emerald or rose quartz crystals.
Here’s a simple yet powerful Venusian ritual for attracting love or self-confidence:
Venus Mirror Spell:
Take a small compact mirror and hold it in front of you.
Gaze into your own reflection and say: “By the power of Venus, I see my beauty, I see my worth. I attract love, joy, and all that I desire.”
Anoint the mirror with rose oil and carry it with you as a charm of attraction.
And remember this line from Shakespeare:
“Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind; And therefore is wing’d Cupid painted blind.”
Venus reminds us that love, beauty, and attraction go far beyond physical appearance. They are forces of energy that radiate from within.
So, just remember when manifesting love, pampering yourself, or simply stepping into your power, know that Venus is right there with you, whispering,
“You are divine. You are desirable. You are worthy.”
Now go out there and shine!
