Valentine's Day and Astrology

Valentine's Day occurs right towards the end of Aquarius season, which runs from January 20 to February 18. While the 14^th of February may in itself not be a date of great astrological significance, when love is being celebrated, astrology is always the life of the party. Whether you're single or in a relationship, the stars can reveal the path your heart might take, the challenges you may face and the opportunities before you.

Allow yourself to be guided by the celestial forces that govern your love life and who knows, Valentine's Day might just be the day on which you find something truly amazing. The PowerFortunes astrologers have therefore, consulted their charts for this day of love and have made their predictions. Will Cupid’s cherubic little fingers be firing arrows of love in the direction of your zodiac sign? If so, the stars will guide you on what you should and shouldn’t get up to.

But first, a little history, just to give ourselves a better perspective.

Why is Valentine’s Day Celebrated?

You’d be forgiven if all the commercial activity surrounding Valentine’s Day had led you to believe that it is an invention of the corporate world. It is in fact, an occasion that dates back to Roman times. Although the exact history of Valentine’s Day is steeped in legend and is therefore something of a mystery, it is generally believed that this is a day of reverence to Saint Valentine of Rome. St. Valentine was a priest who was imprisoned and later executed by the Roman Empire. He was found guilty of secretly marrying couples in accordance with Christian rights, in defiance of Roman laws against such marriages.

The Horoscope Chart for Valentine’s Day, 2023

For this day of love and romance, we will analyse a horoscope chart cast at 18:00 IST or 12:30 GMT/07:30 EST. At that time Leo, the sign that rules the heart, will enter the ascendant’s house. Consider this to be an auspicious omen, as most people around the world will either be waking up to, or approaching the business end of Valentine’s Day under Leo's influence. The bottom line is, no matter where you are in the world, expect passions to be heightened and romance to be in the air. Don’t say you weren’t warned!

The horoscope chart for February 14, 2023 is shown below:

Astrological Features of Valentine’s Day 2023

• Moon Phase: 8^th and 9^th days of the waning Moon.
• Sun Sign: Aquarius.
• Moon Sign: Scorpio.
• Ruling Star: Anuradha.
• Compound Date: 5.
• Name Derived Zodiac Sign: Taurus.

The ruling star is Anuradha, which is ruled by Saturn. This is the 17^th of the 27 ‘Nakshatras’, or constellations that are used in Vedic astrology and is considered to be good for any auspicious activity. This is a good sign for anyone looking to crank things up to the next level in their relationship or for those who are entering into new ones.

The compound date for this day is the sum total of the digits for the date, reduced to a single digit and this works out to 5. This is the same number that will be obtained for the date itself that is, '1+4'. This number represents Mercury and this indicates that Mercury will have a pronounced effect on the astrology of this year’s Valentine’s Day.

Just as interesting as the compound date for this day, is the correlation between the Moon phase and Sun and Moon signs. The 8^th day of the waning Moon will end early on February 14 and this corresponds to Saturn, the ruling planet of both ‘Anuradha Nakshatra’ and Aquarius, the prevalent Sun sign. The Moon sign for the day is ruled by Mars, which corresponds to the 9^th day of the waning Moon. Hence, these planets will have relatively stronger effects and these factors as a whole, point to the increased astrological synchronicity that will be prevalent on this day.

Horoscope Predictions for the 12 Zodiac Signs, for Valentine’s Day

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

Your ruling planet Mars, will be placed in the zodiac sign of Taurus while the malefic Vedic planet ‘Rahu’, or the northern lunar node, will occupy Aries itself. This suggests that right now, romance is high on the Aries mind. Members of this sign will be in the mood for a day of passion and with a little effort, there should be plenty of opportunity for this. The present alignments of Mars and ‘Rahu’ will motivate Aries people to seek out shorter term, romantic opportunities, driven by their more base, carnal desires. Most Ariens are not really looking for emotional fulfilment at the present time.

If you think you are ready to take a few risks to liven up your love life, the planets are inciting you to go for it. Short-term pay offs do look likely.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Libra, Leo, Sagittarius, Taurus, Scorpio, Pisces.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Cancer, Gemini, Capricorn.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Aries: The ‘‘Crystal Shri Yantra Locket’ is the right talisman for you to wear. This will aid your efforts.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

This day is itself ruled by Taurus, on account of this being the zodiac sign for the name ‘Valentine’. The fiery Mars occupies this zodiac sign on Valentine’s Day and Taurus’s ruling planet, Venus is placed in the friendly zodiac of Aquarius. All these factors point to a satisfying day of enjoyment for members of this sign. Taureans will be at their charismatic best and their powers of attraction are not going to go unnoticed.

This is going to be a day of relatively high energy for you and you will be in the mood to take a romantic risk or two. This may all seem a little out of character for the Taurean nature, but seizing the initiative will prove to be a winning strategy. Just take care to not do anything too rash.

If you are in a relationship, you will make an effort to impress your partner. If you are not, you will be in the mood to change the situation. Having said that, as Venus is presently weak in strength at about 28 degrees any new, romantic relationships, may only prove to be short-term. Either way, you will not be inclined to spare any expense in your efforts.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Aries, Taurus, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Pisces.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Gemini, Aquarius, Leo, Cancer.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Taurus: The ‘Solid Crystal Shri Yantra’ will boost the positive influence of Venus and bring you greater fulfilment.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

Mercury will be strong and neutrally placed in the sign of Capricorn on February 14. At the present time, you are in firm control of your thoughts and you have many promising plans for the future. As Mercury rules Gemini and also has a favourable influence on this date, Geminis will be calling most of the shots on Valentine’s Day.

The Moon will be debilitated in your house of relationships, which indicates that short, passionate love affairs might be the order for the day. This will be an enjoyable day for both single and non-single Geminis, if you can keep your emotions in check.

If you are in a relationship, you and your partner have reached a state of mature understanding and appreciation of each other’s feelings and points of view. Your communication skills are characteristically strong, but these will also be measured on Valentine’s Day and this will be your trump card to achieving your heart’s desire. Your plans for the day should include activity of an entertaining and artistic nature.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Scorpio, Leo, Virgo, Sagittarius.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Libra, Capricorn, Aries, Cancer, Taurus.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Gemini: The ‘Gayatri Yantra’ talisman will allow you to radiate with the power of the Sun and stay centred.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

The ruling planet of Cancer, the Moon will be debilitated in Scorpio on the 14^th of February.

You may lack your usual enthusiasm for a day like Valentine’s Day. This may be down to being distracted by work matters and related commitments. You may also be under some degree of stress and anxiety due to demands of routine life.

On the other hand, Valentine’s Day could be the perfect opportunity for you to unwind and reconnect with your normally fun loving, carefree nature. Seek out the company of undemanding people, who understand you. Keep things low key and stress free, this will allow you to get back into your groove.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Leo, Virgo, Gemini.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Aries, Cancer, Taurus, Libra, Scorpio, Capricorn, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces.
• Astrological Love Remedy Cancer: Use the power of the ‘‘Mahamrityunjay Yantra Locket’ to relieve the stress and restore the balance, in your life.

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

This Valentine’s Day, the Sun, a combusted Saturn and weak and neutral Venus all occupy Aquarius, in your house of long term relationships. Right now, such relationships may be subject to unnecessary complications.

If you are in a relationship, on Valentine’s Day be more compromising and less domineering with your partner. You will find that doing so will be an unexpectedly satisfying experience. The same can be said if you are looking to start and new relationship or are pursuing a new love interest. Mercury presently occupies your house of friendships and will allow you to effectively communicate your feelings. This is also inciting single Leos to do something to change their statuses as single people. Even if this doesn’t materialise precisely on Valentine’s Day, love and romance are close at hand and your love life is destined for a change in the near future. You just have to allow this to blossom.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Aries, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Aquarius, Taurus.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Leo: You need to wear an object that will bring you inner peace and allow you to connect with others at an elevated emotional level. Wearing a set of ‘Crystal Prayer Beads’ will have such an effect.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

The Sun, Saturn and Venus are all placed in your house of relationships and friendships, on Valentine’s. This will have something of a mixed influence on existing short-term relationships and any that are in the offing. On the other hand, Mercury will allow you to be clear, concise and direct whilst conveying your point of view.

Single Virgos should turn on the charm and avoid being distracted by matters that are of little relevance. This will help you to establish a new relationship and will allow it to prosper.

For Virgos who are in long term relationships, this will be a day on which you and your partner will do something of common interest. This will bring joy to you both, thereby strengthening your bond.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Capricorn.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Sagittarius, Pisces, Gemini.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Virgo: Acquiring the ‘Navgrah Yantra’ talisman will equalise the conflicting astrological influences at play in your life. This will introduce more peace and harmony to all aspects of life for you.

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

At the present time, your ruling planet, Venus is weak in strength in your 5th house. Also, the malefic Vedic planets ‘Ketu’ and ‘Rahu’, or the southern and northern lunar nodes, currently occupy your first and 7th houses, respectively.

Single members of this sign are looking to attract love and romance into their lives right now. Don’t think too far ahead, live in the moment a little. This will open up positive, romantic opportunities for you. A spontaneous, passionate liaison could be on the cards for many people of this sign.

Those who are in longer term relationships may have being experiencing some degree of turmoil and discord. Physical intimacy may bring a temporary reprieve on the 14^th. This is however, subject to your partner’s own astrological influences.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Aries, Taurus, Leo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Aquarius.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Cancer, Capricorn, Pisces.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Libra: Acquire a ‘Gayatri Yantra’ talisman to help bring more harmony and positivity to your life.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

Your astrological influences on Valentine’s Day are ominous. The Moon occupies Scorpio and Mars is placed in Taurus.

Scorpios hold on to your seats. The stars are conspiring to light your romantic fire! Plans something exciting for Valentine’s, whether you are in a stable relationship or are looking to attract someone’s affections. You may be thinking more in terms of safety and security right now. Don’t overthink it, follow your gut instinct and let nature take its course.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Aries, Taurus, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Cancer, Pisces, Leo, Aquarius.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Scorpio: The love amulet, the ‘Vashikaran Yantra Locket’ is just what you should have nearby, right now.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

Sagittarius is another sign that is going to be busy on Valentine’s Day. Mars occupies your house of relationship, in the zodiac sign of Taurus.

If you have someone in your crosshairs, Mars is telling you to pull the trigger. The stars indicate that being frank and forthright is a winning strategy for you. You will be aided by your ruling planet Jupiter, which will help you to keep calm and collected and present you best qualities.

For those in long term relationships, plan something entertaining for you and your partner. An evening involving music and conversation should prove to be quite delightful.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Aries, Taurus, Leo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Cancer, Aquarius, Pisces, Gemini, Virgo.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Sagittarius: The ‘Crystal Ganpathi Locket’ will strengthen the positive influences of Mercury and Venus and bring success to all your plans.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)

Life hasn’t been a whole lot of fun and games for Capricorns in recent times, due to the seven-and-a-half year, negative transit of Saturn that this sign is presently passing through. Mercury is currently placed in Capricorn and this planet also rules your house of relationships.

For Capricorn, communication is the key to a successful Valentine’s Day. If the present astrological influences acting on your partner or potential partner are not quite in-sync with your own, you are liable to find yourself in a ‘Men are from Mars and women are from Venus’ situation, where you just aren’t able to find a happy balance. On the flipside, if your respective influences are compatible, you will be in tune with each other’s feelings and communication will seem effortless.

Keep it simple Cupid. Your best bet for Valentine’s Day is to be as easy going as possible. Avoid ambiguity, confusion and frequent changes of plan.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Cancer, Libra, Aquarius.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Capricorn: The ‘Ganpathi Yantra’ talisman is your friend in this situation as it will not only bring out Mercury’s positive side, but will also bring you the blessings of ‘Ganpathi’, the lord of good fortune.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)

Valentine’s Day belongs to the Sun sign, Aquarius. Saturn, the ruling planet for Aquarius, is presently placed in its own zodiac sign of Capricorn, along with the Sun.

You may not be in the most romantic mood and your mind may be focussed on more mundane things, right now. A clash of egos with your partner will be a possibility for those Aquarians who are in long term relationships. Those who are not, might inadvertently project an intimidating persona to potential partners, despite being attractive in all other respects.

If you loosen up, let your hair down and give it half a chance, Valentine’s Day might prove to be surprisingly entertaining.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Gemini, Libra, Aries, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Taurus.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Cancer, Leo, Capricorn, Aquarius.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Aquarius: The ‘Crystal Om Yantra’ locket will allow you to achieve the objectives you seek.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20)

The presence of Jupiter in your zodiac sign, means that life has great potential for Pisces at the moment. The only downer being the seven-and-a-half year, negative transit of Saturn that you recently entered.

The Sun will rule your house of relationships on Valentine’s Day and this planet also aspects this house. Pisces isn’t the most romantic or flirtatious zodiac sign, but right now, you perhaps have more appeal that you give yourself credit for. Don’t be bashful, make the most of it on the 14^th and take a bit of a risk when in comes to matters of the heart. Why even stop at the heart? Don’t be shy of venturing further south of the border!

Those who are in existing relationships need to confirm that they are on the same page as their partners, where plans for the day are concerned.

• Seek the company of the star signs: Scorpio, Pisces, Aries, Taurus.
• Avoid the company of the star signs: Gemini, Virgo, Cancer.
• Astrological Love Remedy for Pisces: The ‘Shri Yantra Locket’ talisman will allow you to get the best out of any given situation.

Final Thoughts

Regardless of your astrological predictions, remember that the power of love is always within you and it's up to you to make the most of it. The 14^th of February isn’t just about love and romance though, it is also an opportunity to send out loving messages, gifts and to generally express your affection towards all those whom you hold dear. So go out and have yourself a great Valentine’s Day!