Libra (Tula) is the 7th sign of the Vedic zodiac, symbolised by the scales and ruled by Venus. It is a Air sign of Movable (Chara) quality, governing the lower back and kidneys in the body. At its heart, Libra is about harmony, fairness and relational grace.
Personality and Nature
Libra natives are charming, diplomatic and fair-minded, seeking balance and beauty in every relationship. They weigh both sides and dislike conflict. As a Air sign, the underlying temperament is mental, social and communicative; the Movable (Chara) quality shapes how that energy is expressed and sustained.
Career and Strengths
Law, diplomacy, design, the arts, counselling and partnerships.
Strengths
- Diplomacy
- Charm
- Fairness
- Aesthetic sense
Challenges
- Indecision
- People-pleasing
- Avoidance
Compatibility
Libra shares its Air element with Gemini and Aquarius, making those pairings naturally harmonious in temperament. In practice, Vedic matchmaking weighs eight kootas from both Moon charts, so element alone is only a starting point. Check any pairing with the free Guna Milan calculator.
Key Attributes
- Ruling planet
Venus - Element
Air - Quality
Movable (Chara) - Symbol
The Scales - Body part
Lower back and kidneys - Sanskrit name
Tula