The third decan of Taurus covers roughly May 10 to May 20. Every sign is split into three decans of about ten days each, and while all of them are Taurus at heart, each decan carries a different planetary sub-ruler that colours the sign in its own way.
Taurus decan 3: sub-ruled by Saturn
The third decan of Taurus is sub-ruled by Saturn (through Capricorn, the earth sign that shares this part of the zodiac). That layers more discipline, patience, realism and quiet ambition over your core Taurus nature, giving this decan a flavour the other two do not have.
Taurus decan 3 personality
The steady sensualist who values comfort, loyalty and the finer things. Grounded, sensual and ruled by Venus, Taurus craves stability and beauty. The Bull is famously patient and loyal, building life slowly and savouring every pleasure along the way. In the third decan, that Taurus essence is shaped by Saturn: you keep the reliable and patient core of the sign, with an added discipline that sets you apart from the other Taurus decans.
Strengths of Taurus decan 3
At its best, the third decan keeps the reliable, patient, devoted strengths of Taurus and adds an extra dose of discipline from Saturn, a blend the other two decans do not carry in the same way.
Challenges of Taurus decan 3
The growth edge of this decan is rigidity and a streak of pessimism, the shadow side of its Saturn sub-ruler. Spotting it early stops it from undercutting the reliable core of Taurus.
Love and compatibility
In love, Taurus is most compatible with Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces. The Saturn influence of this decan means you bring more discipline, patience, realism and quiet ambition to your relationships, on top of everything else that makes Taurus who they are.
Taurus decan 3 at work
At work, the third decan of Taurus channels Saturn into discipline, patience and quiet ambition, building slowly and reliably toward real authority. That is what gives this decan a slightly different professional edge from the other two.
FAQ
What are the dates of the third decan of Taurus?
The third decan of Taurus corresponds to May 10 to May 20, the roughly ten central days of that stretch of the sign. Depending on the year, the dates can shift by a day.
What planet rules Taurus decan 3?
Its sub-ruler is Saturn. That planetary layer is exactly what sets this decan apart from the other two Taurus decans (full breakdown in the section above).
How is Taurus decan 3 different from the others?
It keeps the reliable and patient Taurus core but Saturn adds extra discipline. See the full Taurus personality profile.
Who is Taurus decan 3 compatible with?
Taurus pairs best with Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces, and this decan brings extra discipline. More on Taurus compatibility.