In Vedic astrology Shukra (Venus) is considered a beneficial Planet and rules over the signs Taurus and Libra. It is exalted in Pisces, and in its fall is in Virgo. The planets Mercury and Saturn are considered friendly to Shukra, the Sun and Moon are hostile and Jupiter and the rest are considered neutral.

In astrology Shukra represents artistic talents, the quality of the body and material life, wealth, the opposite sex, pleasure and reproduction, feminine qualities and music and dance. Those with Shukra strong in their charts are likely to appreciate nature and enjoy harmonious relationship. However, an excessive influence can cause them to indulge too much in the pleasures of life without accomplishing much of real worth. Shukra is the lord of three nakshatras : Bharani, Purva Phalguni and Purva Ashadha

In Vedic astrology, there is a dasha or planetary period known as Shukra Dasha which remains active in a person's horoscope for 20 years. This dasha is believed to give more wealth, fortune and luxury to a person's life if they have Shukra positioned well in their horoscope.