The
bestial sign of Taurus is associated with several myths and
bull worship from several ancient cultures. It was the first sign of the zodiac established among the
Mesopotamians, who called it "The Great Bull of Heaven", as it was the constellation through which the Sun rose on the
vernal equinox at that time, that is the
Early Bronze Age, from about 4000 BC to 1700 BC. The equivalent in the
Hindu calendar is
Vṛṣabha. The zodiac sign of Taurus does not entirely align with the constellation of Taurus. Taurus represents the 30 degrees following Aries in the zodiac circle. Aries marks the beginning of spring and new life, while Taurus, a fixed sign, continues and stabilizes what Aries started. During Taurus, life reaches its full bloom, symbolizing growth and steadfastness. ==Astrological associations==