The Transit of Venus is not just for the space science buffs. Astrologers join astronomers in closely observing the twice-in-a-lifetime cosmic event. Considering the Mayans have predicted the end of an era in December 2012, the transit of Venus certainly signifies something to the planet readers.

Transit of Venus 2004 image by NASA

What happens during Transit of Venus?

The Transit of Venus pertains to the spectacular astronomical event when Venus takes a strategic position between the Earth and the sun. This particular motion by Venus normally happens, but when it does, the second planet from the sun is usually higher or lower, so it does not block the face of the sun. Twice in a hundred years, however, Venus is aligned between the Earth and the sun in a good position to block the sun's light. It is like an eclipse, but a miniature one. Instead of the sun looking like a ring of fire or a broken ball of light, it appears with a dot on its face instead.

The transit of Venus comes in pairs every century. Earth saw the first of this lifetime's pair in June 2004.

What does the Transit of Venus mean to astrologers?

For the astrologers, Venus is a planet that celebrates man's desire for the good things in life.

"Venus understands the beauty of form, possession and manifestation," writes UK astrologer and author Alison Chester-Lambert. "She is useful in practical and everyday living for protection, power and support. She supports aspiration, success and achievement in LIFE."

Egyptians see Venus as the "Giver of Life," according to Lambert.

The Sun, on the other hand, is the source of life energy. It gives light literally and figuratively, and with its light comes power.

Together, Venus and the Sun coming face to face is a huge cosmic event. How does it relate to the Mayans' prediction that the world will come to an end (or huge changes are coming) in December 2012?

Astrologist Susan Miller told Fox news, "The Mayans watched Venus obsessively, and had to have known that the end of their calendar would occur at the perfect time, in the same year as the transit of Venus." Miller noted the Mayans associated Venus to terrifying ideas.

Astrologist Shelley Ackerman has another perspective.

"Venus represents the things we love, the people we love, how we connect... It's very much about highlighting and drawing attention to our desire nature... All of that is being punctuated with great intensity."

Another astrologer hints the transit of Venus will affect people on a personal level, individually.

"I believe that we will be given the opportunity to become aware of who we are within our relationships, and if we are bringing our true self into our relationships. The energy of this eclipse also provides with the ability to bring balance within our relationships as well," writes astrologer Juliana Rose Teal.

If astrology is meaningful to you, mark the date of this year's Venus transit. You may just notice one or a few changes with regards to your relationships and desires.

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