5 Ways to Connect with Venus
Who is Venus?
Venus – the Roman goddess of love, beauty, and fertility – holds a prominent place in Roman mythology. She’s revered for her captivating beauty, and diplomatic charm.
Venus was born from sea foam, just like her Greek counterpart Aphrodite, and she’s famously depicted riding a clamshell to shore. The ancient Romans adored her, and they believed she not only inspired romantic love, but also love’s transformative power, such as the appreciation of beauty in nature or glory. Venus was often worshipped alongside as Mars, the god of war, as she ‘s associated with prosperity. Her influence extends beyond matters of the heart, into abundance, prosperity, and good fortune.
The worship of Venus ramped up as the Greek cult of Aphrodite grew in popularity, and Venus held the special title of Genetrix, the mother of the Roman people. As the mother of the whole Roman race, as well as Roma (the personfication of the city of Rome), the Roman emperor Hadrian completed a beautiful double temple in her name. The ruins of this temple can still be seen near the Colosseum.
Working with Venus
Connecting with Venus is particularly meaningful during moments when matters of the heart take centre stage in your life. Whether you seek to nurture existing relationships, invite new love into your life, or cultivate self-love, dedicating time to connect with Venus will be hugely beneficial.
Because she’s also a patron of the arts, invoking her energy often works well for creative minds. You can use Venus’s energy to focus on financial goals, career advancements, and overall material prosperity.
5 Ways to Connect with Venus
1. Leave her offerings of fresh flowers or fruit, a small bowl of water from a natural source, small mirrors, or rose quartz.
2. Friday is traditionally the day she is worshipped. Whether you freshen up her altar space or meditate with her, doing it on a Friday is like tapping into a direct line.
3. Keep some rose quartz or seashells in the space where you get ready for the day, preferably near a mirror. She’ll love that you’re practising self-care, and having those items there shows her that you know it!
4. Stand on a beach with your toes in the sand and call to her – she’s naturally associated with the ocean and her presence is often felt when witches use this backdrop for moments of reflection and gratitude.
5. A good old bathing ritual in her name will strengthen the bond between you and Venus. Light some candles (seven, if you have that many!) and scatter some myrtle or rose petals in the water.
