Lord Shukra is a part of the nine planets (navagrahas). He is the
planet Venus. According to Hindu scriptures, he is born from the union
of Sage Bhrigu and his wife Ushana (also known as Usha). Lord Shukra is
blessed by Lord Brahma (the Cosmic Creator), he showers his devotees
with abundance.Lord Shukra is pictured as a fair god. He has four hands, and is seated on a white lotus. He rides a chariot driven by eight horses. Lord Shukra is also known as Shukracharya. He bestows prosperity, wealth, knowledge, and happiness. Diamond is the gem of Lord Shukra. His metals are copper and silver. His ruling day is Friday, and he is the guardian of the south-east direction.