Virgo is the Sixth sign of the Zodiac. It heralds the end of Summer and nearing of the harvest. The origin of its name has become lost over time but among European and Middle Eastern mythology, Virgo has always been a symbol of fertility and a representation of the production of crops. Even in prehistoric times, this Zodiac Sign was perceived as both a mother and a virgin. According to some astrological sources, Virgo's original symbol was the Sphinx...mythological poser of riddles...and, indeed, those governed by Virgo are prone to question, turning inward in order to seek larger meanings about causes and purposes in life. Some sources maintain that Virgo began as The Great Mother, a Sumerian Corn Goddess, while in Egypt, she was Nidaba, Goddess of Grain, whose harvest begain when the Moon was in her constellation. In medieval times, Virgo was associated with the Virgin Mary. However, in most depictions, Virgo holds sheaves of wheat or an ear of corn, emphasizing her role as a Goddess of Fertility and Agriculture. Occasionally portrayed as bearing flowers, this image may be a reference to Mi, her Babylonian name, which means "cluster of flowers." Virgo natives seek complete realization of the mind, being logical, practical and methodical with an intellect which subrogates the instinct. This is an unassuming Sign, but one which rules hard-working individuals who are prepared to serve unflinchingly and give of their hearts. Those born under the Sign of Virgo should strive to expand their perspective beyond details...to see the larger order and underlying pattern of creation. Thus, those who accomplish this will know the goals worthy of service and learn how to temper intellect with reverence.
The symbol...or glyph...of Virgo is said to be connected to the Immaculate Conception of the Messiah and marks out the letter "M" or the letters "MV" (for "Maria Virgo" or "Virgin Mary"). It is generally assumed to have originated from the star Spica found in the constellation of Virgo and is indicative of female virginity. In Vedic Astrology, this glyph is perceived as being comprised of three vertical lines and another which crosses and joins the uppermost portions. These three lines are said to be representative of the powers of nature acting within the media of time and space, symbolic of action, inertia and harmony. The additional line which crosses and joins is believed to create tension...the struggle of the Spirit in its natural evolution.
Also known as the Sign of the Craftsman or Critic, Virgo is Negative in polarity (as are Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces). The general characteristics of Negative Signs lean toward introversion and prefer to draw upon personal resources rather than look for external stimuli. Such individuals are naturally more receptive, sensitive and nurturing than are the Zodiac Signs of Positive polarity (Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius). However, Negative Signs are also likely to be much more cautious, retiring and standoffish than their Positive counterparts with a tendency to keep personal feelings under tight control. Taurus is the most introverted of the Negative Signs (with Virgo a close second).
All Zodiac Signs governed by the Elements of Earth and Water are considered to be Feminine in nature. Thus, Virgo (ruled by earth) is considered Feminine (as are Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces). Feminine Signs are traditionally conceived as being more receptive and less active than their Masculine counterparts which are ruled by the Elements of Fire and Air (the Zodiac Signs of Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius). Feminine Signs focus primarily on the emotional and material world with particular attention to sensitivity and depth of feeling. Feminine Signs are said to be noctural or night-oriented. Therefore, the term "feminine" should be viewed in the same light as the Yin (or dark) Polarity of the Tao.
Virgo is the natural ruler of the Sixth House of the Zodiac, commonly referred to as the "House of Service, Work and Health" and known in Vedic Astrology as the "Evil Fortune." It signfies the health and strength of individuals as they develop along the path to adulthood, including the personal respect and degree of care a person gives to their body. This House also governs individuals who fall under the care of others but are not relations or kin...servants and employees, for example. It deals with what happens when an individual is called upon to render service and care. It is also the House concerned with family pets and all domesticated animals...particularly the health and well-being of such creatures. The Sixth House is associated with work ethic and the measure of personal integrity as useful and productive citizens of the world. Within the Sixth House is found the rhythm of an individual's day...the side of a person that decides how he or she would like things to transpire over the coming twenty-four hours...the side which plans a personal schedule. In short, the Sixth House presides over the manner in which humankind functions and is governed by the Planet Mercury (also Planetary Ruler of the Third House).
The opposite sign to Virgo is Pisces. From Pisces, Virgo can learn to let go and swim with the current, freely utilizing the inherent fertile imagination. Thus, can Virgo natives learn to accept human imperfections.
Positive Traits: modest, shy, meticulous, tidy, reliable, practical, diligent, analytical and intelligent
Negative Traits: fussy, hypercritical, harsh, conservative, overly-fastidious, overly-conventional, finicky, a perfectionist and a worrier
Likes: lists, hygiene, order, detail, precision, wholesomeness, health foods and perfection (even in minutiae)
Dislikes: squalor, uncertainty, health hazards, sloppy workers and anything deemed to be sordid
Spiritual Goal: To learn to discriminate between destructive criticism and simple wisdom
Spiritual Correspondence: The Virtues
Apostle: Philip
Prophet: Micah
Anatomy: Rules the hands, abdomen, intenstines, spleen and central nervous system
Corresponding Tarot Card: The Hermit
Associated Countries: Brazil, Switzerland, Turkey, Greece, Uruguay and the West Indies
Associated Cities: Athens, Corinth, Paris, Boston and Heidelberg
Animals: All Domestic Animals and Solitary Animals
Watchword: Service
Keynote: Purity
Physical Manifestation: Crystallization
Mental Manifestation: Discrimination
Motto: I Wish To Give
Quote: I Analyze
The Virgo male will likely be ambitious for wealth. Thoughtful, conservative and industrious, this man is not easily contented, being changeable by nature. For instance, he will change his residence quite often. There is a commercial instinct here, coupled with practical, methodical and discriminative characteristics. Males governed by this Sign are experts at finding fault with others. They love details of things and will be cautious about their own interests. Inherently speculative, the Virgo man is fond of science...particularly regarding medicine, food, diet and hygiene, etc. Men who fall under the jurisdiction of Virgo have the reputation of being cool, undemonstrative...or even frigid..in their attitude toward love. However, this is not necessarily always the case. Just as the calmest waters can be the deepest, so it frequently is with the Virgo male. These men need to express their deepest emotions in an almost self-sacrificial manner and this is why they will give so much of themselves to a cause which interests them, or a way of life that they feel is the only way. If that way of life should happen to be matrimony, then they will be completely dedicated to making the partnership a success.
The Virgo man can be a very withdrawn individual, especially with strangers. Indeed, he usually only appears warm and loving to those who know him and even then not always overly-sympathetic in romantic affairs. Needing a tranquil partner, this male requires a solid foundation for happiness and normally makes for a true partner, once he has found the right mate. Although they do possess a spiritual side, Virgo men are basically earthbound in moral outlook, which is to say that they do not float or drift being deeply-rooted in their fundamental beliefs. They tend to be totally unmoved by the more ariel or light-hearted spirits of the Zodiac. Refusing to be flattered by charm, overcome by show or overwhelmed by the "flashy," this male knows what he wants in both love and life...and will pursue same with much determination. There is a tendency here to be secretive about material possessions and the Virgo man may not necessarily tell his partner exactly how much money is in the bank. However, this is usally done with a view toward guaranteeing mutual welfare and he will be devoted to his family. Although orderly and methodical in thought, this male is frequently something of a sloppy dresser. He can be exceedingly demanding, needful that partners and acquaintances prove themselves to him time and time again. This is a soul that can be depended upon but he is nobody's fool. They keyword for males ruled by this Sign is integrity. Above all else, this man needs to feel that he is worthy. There is a quick mind here, together with practicality and honesty, but the Virgo male is basically shy when it comes to sharing emotions. It is important that others not expect this man to be outgoing and he will need help if he is to build confidence.
This is a far from happy-go-lucky character. In order to understand the Virgo man, a person must learn to read between the lines. Above all, this is an individual in need of a partner who has faith in him and can appreciate his depth of feelings and patience when it comes to achieving goals. It will be necessary to appeal to this male's intellect rather than his emotions. Customarily critical, he does not admire the weak and whimpering, instead harboring much admiration for strong people who can hold their own in any given situation. He will not waste a great deal of time with those who cannot command his respect. The Virgo male may be regarded as harsh and arbitrary, but this is only because he expects a great deal more from those around him than they may have been able to provide. The ability to change here is unlikely to materialize. Indeed, this is a somewhat "stuck" character, but the staid attitude may be well-hidden and can cause great confusion to those who strike up an acquaintance with this man.
Virgo men are prone to have practical hobbies...woodworking for instance...and can be magnificent do-it-yourself experts. Any tools of the trade will most certainly be kept neat and symetrically in place. In short, this is usually a shining nature, one which is generous in unmaterial things while remaining careful in every other respect.
VIRGO AND ARIES
Virgo can be intrigued by Aries's audaciousness, but Virgo's prudent ways soon clash with Aries's colorful personality. They have difficulty communicating, because Virgo wants to talk and Aries wants to act. Their arguments will probably be more passionate than their lovemaking. Aries will think Virgo is inhibited; Virgo will consider Aries impulsive and wild. Aries likes a flamboyant social life. Virgo is happy with quiet, intellectual friends. Aries is also the type to bring out Virgo's worst habits of nit-picking and nagging. Exit romance.
VIRGO AND TAURUS
Virgo is analytical while Taurus is sensuous, but Taurus's strong passions can spark Virgo. If that happens, they make lovely love. Practical, down-to-earth, satisfied with the tried-and-true, these two have much in common. Both try to build for a secure future, both are homebodies, both share a fondness for money. Virgo's rational approach and Taurus's persistence are also a good moneymaking combination. Auguries couldn't be more promising.
VIRGO AND GEMINI
They are attracted to each other because of a mutual interest in intellectual ideas. Both have active minds, but the rapport ends there. Gemini's amorous nature Is too impulsive and unstable to suit Virgo. Gemini dismisses Virgo as a stick-in-the-mud. Virgo considers Gemini irresponsible and adolescent. Gemini needs freedom to pursue its varied interests. Virgo resents this, and will nag and try to dominate. Gemini will soon stray to other lovers.
VIRGO AND CANCER
A stimulating affair, for they arouse each other's beneath-the-surface sensuality. Cancer isn't too forceful, which suits Virgo fine. And the little attentions won't be neglected, which suits Virgo even better. Cancer is affectionate and sentimental, and that makes Virgo feel secure. This couple also likes money and domestic comfort, and Cancer's dependency fits perfectly with Virgo's protectiveness. On the downside, both tend to be overcritical. On the upside, each draws the other out of its shell.
VIRGO AND LEO
Highly physical Leo takes it as a personal affront if Virgo doesn't match its leonine ardor. Virgo's passive and reserved nature frustrates Leo and leads to quarrels. Virgo isn't quick to hand out praise, and Leo lives on nothing but. Leo is a spendthrift, Virgo is careful with pennies. They're both very independent, but Leo exhibits this in a temperamental way while Virgo is very private. Virgo simply will not be dominated by tyrannical Leo, and always has its guard up. This affair has a shorter life than a May fly.
VIRGO AND VIRGO
All is smooth sailing as long as these perfectionists curb their instincts for finding fault. Actually, they bring out the very best in each other. They are responsible, sensitive, intelligent, and take love seriously. They also share passions of the mind, and will never bore each other. important things in Both think that there are more' life than sex; they may end up just talking in bed. There will probably be a continual contest over who is leader, but they have too much else in common for that to matter.
VIRGO AND LIBRA
Libra is too frivolous and shallow for Virgo's taste. Libra enjoys spending money, going to parties, and being the center of attention. Virgo criticizes and makes Libra feel unloved. Libra may tap Virgo's hidden sensuality but their personalities are altogether too different for real compatibility. Virgo will try to curb and dominate Libra's fickle and outer-directed nature. Virgo is reserved and practical, and Libra views this as a personal rebuff. Libra will soon drift away in search of more fun-loving companions.
VIRGO AND SCORPIO
Sensual Scorpio keeps trying to entice Virgo into ever bolder sexual adventures. But Virgo is pleased because Scorpio is also possessive and fiercely loyal, which makes Virgo feel loved and protected. They also admire each other's minds. Virgo is logical, intellectual, analytical. Scorpio is imaginative, visionary, perceptive. Each sometimes has trouble expressing real feelings: Scorpio is volatile but secretive; Virgo is self-restrained and reserved. There may be some conflict about who runs things, but Virgo's willingness to compromise keeps Scorpio tractable.
VIRGO AND SAGITTARIUS
These two are like the grasshopper and the ant. Sagittarius's free spirit has nothing in common with hardworking Virgo. Sagittarius has a reckless gambler's spirit, while Virgo carefully builds for future security. Both are intellectual signs but the way their minds work clashes with each other. Sagittarius is expansive and extravagant, while Virgo prefers a simple, ordered, and unpretentious life. Sagittarius considers Virgo's sexual attitudes rather prudish, and won't stay long in one bedroom anyway.
VIRGO AND CAPRICORN
A harmonious pair. Capricorn's ambition and drive for success meshes well with Virgo's perfectionism and energy. Both are diligent, disciplined, and have a sense of purpose. They admire one another and take great pride in pleasing each other. Both need respect and approval (though neither will confess this), and each intuitively gives the other exactly that. Sexual compatibility becomes a mutual achievement; in lovemaking, though, Capricorn usually takes the lead.
VIRGO AND AQUARIUS
They are both rational, intellectual, and tend to view love in the abstract but the similarity ends there. Aquarius has venturesome ideas and thinks Virgo unresponsive or cold. Actually, each has a distant quality: Virgo is cautious about emotional giving; Aquarius's thoughts are in the far-off clouds. Aquarius is interested in other people, in causes, and in setting the world right. Virgo seeks personal achievement and financial security. Aquarius is outgoing, inventive, a visionary. Virgo is reserved, prudent, and very practical about its ambitions. This couple may not even make it as friends.
VIRGO AND PISCES
To Virgo, love means security and mental compatibility. To Pisces, love is a sweeping, all-enveloping emotion. At first Virgo is powerfully attracted to Pisces, as opposites often are: sentimental, in-love-with-love Pisces is very intriguing to Virgo, and Pisces is fascinated by Virgo's incisive, analytical mind. However, disillusion quickly sets in. Pisces's extravagance, secretiveness, and dreaminess frustrate pragmatic, orderly Virgo. Also, Virgo isn't likely to adapt to some of Pisces's sexual preferences.
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