Key 3 - The Nurturer
Traditional Title: The Empress
Venus
The Nurturer archetype produces by cultivating conscious mental imagery.
Affirmation: I cultivate beauty and abundance through creative care.
UPRIGHT: Abundance, Beauty, Supportive, Fertility, Creativity
REVERSE: Creative Block, Possessive, Unsupportive, Dependence, Lack of Growth
Platonic level (Metaphysical Principles):
Venus is nocturnal and feminine, characterized by a nature that is moderately hot and moist. The Venus archetype represents the principle of love.
- Desire, love, beauty, and social relations.
- To delight in sensual pleasure.
- The ability to attract and be attracted.
- To create aesthetic satisfaction.
- Friendship, accord, and sympathy.
- To engage in artistic expression.
Jungian level (Psychological Principles):
Positives
- Pleasant, composed, and joyful.
- Peace and serenity.
- Graceful and harmonious.
Negatives
The negative expression of this archetype manifests as pretentiousness, superficiality, conceit, self-indulgence, and the tendency to avoid meaningful connections.
Venus in an Astrological Chart
A major astrological aspect involving Venus describes one’s capacity to give and receive love, the nature of their romantic partnerships and social connections, as well as their inherent aesthetic sensibility and appreciation for beauty.
Mythic level (Mythic Deities and Figures):
Greek Goddess: Aphrodite
Aphrodite, the goddess of love, beauty, and desire, presides over the generative power of love and nurturing. Her nature is one of fostering growth, harmony, and connection, both within oneself and in relationships with others. These nurturing qualities resonate with The Nurturer archetype, which emphasizes the importance of care, sustenance, and the fostering of personal and communal well-being.
