- For other uses, see Virgo (disambiguation)
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| Zodiac Symbol | Virgin |
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| Birth Dates (Tropical) | August 23 - September 22 |
| Birth Dates (Sidereal) | September 16 - October 15 |
| Constellation | Virgo |
| Zodiac Element | Earth |
| Zodiac Quality | Mutable |
| Domicile | Mercury |
| Detriment | Neptune/Jupiter |
| Exaltation | Mercury |
| Fall | Venus |
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Virgo is the sixth astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Virgo. Western astrology is the system of Astrology most popular in Western countries Events 79 - Mount Vesuvius begins stirring on the feast day of Vulcan the Roman god of fire Events 66 - Emperor Nero creates the Legion I Italica. 1236 - The Lithuanians Sidereal astrology is the system of Astrology used by some Western and all Jyotish astrologers who base their interpretation around the use of the Events 1400 - Owain Glyndŵr is declared Prince of Wales by his followers Events 533 - Byzantine General Belisarius makes his formal entry into Carthage, having conquered it from the In common usage a constellation is a group of celestial bodies that are connected together in some arrangement typically stars to form a visible figure or picture Virgo ( Virgin, symbol, Unicode ♍ is a Constellation of the Zodiac. In Astrology, a triplicity is a group of three signs belonging to the same element. In traditional Western astrology an earth sign is considered to be one of the earth Triplicity, which is Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn In Astrology, the mutable signs (also called common signs or bicorporal or double-bodied signs are a subgroup of the Zodiac In Astrology, a planet's domicile (or less commonly house, not to be confused with the astrological house system) is the zodiac sign over which it In Astrology, a Celestial body is said to be in detriment when it is posited in the zodiac sign opposite the sign it rules (over which it has Neptune ( English|AmE] ] is the eighth and farthest Planet from the Sun in the Solar System. In Astrology, exaltation is one of the five essential dignities of a Planet. In Astrology, the fall of a planet is the sign or "zoidion" which is opposite that planet's sign of exaltation. The VENUS ( V ictoria E xperimental N etwork U nder the S ea project is a cabled sea floor observatory operated by the University Astrology (from Greek grc ἄστρον astron, "constellation star" and grc -λογία -logia) is a group of Systems The history of Astrology encompasses a great span of human history and many cultures Astronomy is the oldest of the Natural sciences dating back to antiquity, with its origins in the religious, Mythological, and Astrological Astrology and astronomy are historically one and the same discipline ( Latin: astrologia) and were only gradually recognized as separate in western In Babylonia as well as in Assyria as a direct offshoot of Babylonian culture (or as we might also term it "Euphratean" culture Astrology takes its Persian Astrology has its roots in the Zend-Avesta parts of which are very similar to the Rig Veda The Chinese Zodiac is a 12 year cycle Each year of the 12 year cycle is named after one of the original 12 animals Hellenistic astrology is a tradition of Horoscopic astrology that was developed and practiced in Hellenistic Egypt and the Mediterranean, whose Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Sidereal astrology is the system of Astrology used by some Western and all Jyotish astrologers who base their interpretation around the use of the Western astrology is the system of Astrology most popular in Western countries This is an incomplete list of the different traditions types systems methods applications and branches of Astrology. Horoscopic astrology is a form of Astrology which uses a Horoscope, a visual representation of the heavens for a specific moment in time in order to interpret the Natal astrology, also known as genethliacal astrology, is the system of Astrology based upon the concept that each individual's personality or path in life can Electional astrology is a branch found in most systems of astrology Horary astrology is an ancient branch of Horoscopic astrology by which an astrologer attempts to answer a question by constructing a Horoscope for the exact time Mundane astrology is the application of Astrology to world affairs and world events taking its name from the Latin word Mundus, meaning "the This is an incomplete list of the different traditions types systems methods applications and branches of Astrology. Astrological signs represent twelve equal segments or divisions of the Zodiac. Zodiac denotes an annual cycle of twelve stations along the Ecliptic, the apparent path of the sun across the heavens through the Constellations that divide the ecliptic Virgo ( Virgin, symbol, Unicode ♍ is a Constellation of the Zodiac. In western astrology, the sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. Western astrology is the system of Astrology most popular in Western countries In Astronomy, Precession refers to the movement of the rotational axis of a body such as a planet with respect to Inertial space. In astrology, Virgo is considered a "feminine", negative (introvert) sign. Astrology (from Greek grc ἄστρον astron, "constellation star" and grc -λογία -logia) is a group of Systems In astrology, a negative, receptive, nocturnal, passive or feminine sign refers to any of the six even-numbered signs of the It is also considered an earth sign and is one of four mutable signs. In traditional Western astrology an earth sign is considered to be one of the earth Triplicity, which is Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn In Astrology, the mutable signs (also called common signs or bicorporal or double-bodied signs are a subgroup of the Zodiac [1] Virgo is ruled by the planet Mercury. Planets in astrology have a meaning different from the modern astronomical understanding of what a planet is.
Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Virgo individuals. The Sun (is considered a very important part of Astrology. It as well as the Moon, are the most important of the astrological planets. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun is in Virgo roughly from August 23 to September 22. Zodiac denotes an annual cycle of twelve stations along the Ecliptic, the apparent path of the sun across the heavens through the Constellations that divide the ecliptic Events 79 - Mount Vesuvius begins stirring on the feast day of Vulcan the Roman god of fire Events 66 - Emperor Nero creates the Legion I Italica. 1236 - The Lithuanians [2] Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from September 17 to October 17. Sidereal astrology is the system of Astrology used by some Western and all Jyotish astrologers who base their interpretation around the use of the Events 1176 - The Battle of Myriokephalon is fought 1462 - The Battle of Świecino (or Battle of Żarnowiec Events 539 BC - King Cyrus The Great of Persia marches into the city of Babylon, releasing the Jews from almost
Virgo is the only zodiac sign represented by a female.
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Mythology
- See also: Virgo (constellation)#Mythology
According to one interpretation[3], the Virgo constellation depicts Astraea, the virgin daughter of the god Zeus and the goddess Themis. Virgo ( Virgin, symbol, Unicode ♍ is a Constellation of the Zodiac. In Greek mythology, Astraea ( English translation: "star-maiden" was a daughter of Zeus and Themis or of Eos and Zeus (zjuːs in Greek: nominative: Zeús /zdeús/ genitive: Diós; Modern Greek /'zefs/ in Greek mythology For other uses see Themis (disambiguation. In Greek mythology, Hesiod mentions Themis (Θέμις among the six sons and six daughters of Gaia Astraea was known as the goddess of justice, and was identified as this constellation due to the presence of the scales of justice (Libra) nearby, and supposedly ruled the world with her wise ways until mankind became so callous that she returned to the skies, disgusted. JUSTICE is a Human rights and law reform organisation based in the United Kingdom. Libra (ˈliːbrə balance, symbol, Unicode ♎ is a Constellation of the Zodiac. Virgo is also identified with Persephone, daughter of Demeter (goddess of agriculture and guardian of marriage). In Greek mythology, Persephone ( Kore or Cora) was the embodiment of the Earth's fertility at the same time that she was the Queen of the Underworld Demeter (dɨˈmiːtɚ Greek:, possibly "distribution-mother" from the noun of the Indo-European mother-earth * dheghom * mater Persephone was the goddess of innocence and purity, then later on became the Queen of the Underworld, when she was abruptly snatched away by Hades. In Greek mythology, Persephone ( Kore or Cora) was the embodiment of the Earth's fertility at the same time that she was the Queen of the Underworld Hades (from Greek, Hadēs, originally, Haidēs or, Aidēs, probably from Indo-European *n̥-wid- 'unseen' refers both to the ancient
The astrological symbol of Virgo is said to represent the arms and torso of the virgin holding a sheaf of wheat. Astrological symbols are images used in various astrological systems to denote relevant objects
Associated traits
Astrologers broadly agree that the following are the characteristics of Virgo:
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Suitable occupations are those in which analytical and practical, methodical qualities are needed, such as doctor, teacher, psychologist, technician,[4] nurse, hygienist, scientist, accountant, secretary, and inspector. In medical astrology, Virgo governs the intestines and digestion, also spleen and nervous system. Medical astrology (traditionally known as Iatromathematics) is an ancient medical system that associates various parts of the body diseases and drugs as under the influence |
| Likes | Health foods, lists, hygiene, order, wholesomeness, cleanliness, penny-pinching, details, peace |
| Dislikes | Hazards to health, sloppiness, narrow-mindedness, squalor, uncertainty, uncleanliness, confusion |
Physical traits
Many astrologers believe that each of the twelve signs have identifiable physical traits. Some think that physically, individuals born under the sign of Virgo tend to have a graceful figure, a roundish head, delicately-shaped lips, large and clear eyes, small, symmetrical, and refined features, a high forehead, long arms and thin eyebrows. Symmetry generally conveys two primary meanings The first is an imprecise sense of harmonious or aesthetically-pleasing proportionality and balance such that it reflects beauty or In Human anatomy, the forehead or brow is the bony part of the head above the Eyes Cultural Aspects A popular Stereotype The eyebrow is an area of thick delicate hairs above the Eye that follows the shape of the brow ridges. Also, They are thought to usually be of slightly above average height. [7]
Compatibilities
Virgo is widely thought to be compatible with the same element signs, Taurus[8] and Capricorn. Taurus is the second Astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Taurus. Capricorn is the tenth Astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Capricornus. [8]
There are many variables that determine compatibility in astrology, such as birth dates, birth months, birth years, position of a sign within the Sun, the Moon, Stars, etc. The signs listed as compatible with Virgo do not reflect an individual profile or individual reading as interpreted within astrology, but rather reflect a general guideline and reference to compatibility as dictated by variables such as Qualities and Elements within the Zodiac. Zodiac denotes an annual cycle of twelve stations along the Ecliptic, the apparent path of the sun across the heavens through the Constellations that divide the ecliptic
Compatibility is an often misunderstood element of astrology. Many modern astrologers insist that any sign has an equal chance with any other sign of the zodiac. Compatibility is a multi-faceted look at every aspect of one's Natal chart (full planetary influence at birth), rather than generalizations following a single Sun Sign. The true benefit of compatibility assessment is to see where the strengths and weaknesses lie within relationships. Some may be more difficult than others, but none are impossible.
It is common for Virgos to get along with many different signs of the zodiac, yet have only a small circle of true friends. Often, this may be composed of signs with the same Polarity (Positive or Negative, i. e. Fire/Air signs or Earth/Water signs, respectively). Certain positive signs are often compatible with Virgo as well. Gemini shares the same ruling planet as Virgo, Mercury, and the two signs have a common mental process (though Geminis tend to be much more detached from their ideas). Sagittarius and Virgo are also a common pair. Jupiter rules Sagittarius, and represents "higher thinking", as opposed to Mercury's "lower thinking". This creates a common love for knowledge on two different levels, and can complement the one another's way of thinking.
Correspondences
The following items are commonly associated with Virgo:
| Associations | |
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| Birthstones | Carnelian [9] • Blue Sapphire [10] |
| Colors | Navy Blue [4][11] • Brown [4] |
| Gemstones | Sapphire • Sardonyx [4] |
| Metal | Mercury [4] |
| Countries | Eastern Mediterranean - Greece [12][13][4] • Turkey [12][13][4] • Crete [13] Middle America - Brazil [12][13] • Caribbean [12][13][4] • Uruguay [12][13][4] |
- The Indian equivalent of Virgo is Kanya. Early civilizations such as India and Babylon have attributed gemstones with magical properties Carnelian, sometimes spelled cornelian, is a red or reddish-brown variant of Chalcedony. Sapphire (antique greek hyacinthos refers to gem varieties of the mineral Corundum, an Aluminium oxide (Al2O3 when it is a color other than Peridot (pronunciation /ˈpɛrɪˌdɒt/, /ˈpɛrɪˌdoʊ/ (British English /ˈpɛərɪˌdɑt/ /ˈpɛərɪˌdɑʊ/ (US English is the gem quality variety of forsteritic Sapphire (antique greek hyacinthos refers to gem varieties of the mineral Corundum, an Aluminium oxide (Al2O3 when it is a color other than Blue is a Colour, the Perception of which is evoked by Black, when used as a general term is a color that is a Very dark Black, black, or Black, of low Luminance relative to Sapphire (antique greek hyacinthos refers to gem varieties of the mineral Corundum, an Aluminium oxide (Al2O3 when it is a color other than Onyx is a Cryptocrystalline form of Quartz. The colors of its bands range from white to almost every color (save some shades such as purple or blue Mercury (ˈmɜrkjʊri also called quicksilver or hydrargyrum, is a Chemical element with the symbol Hg ( Latinized hydrargyrum Etymology In ancient times there were various explanations for the name Aegean. Greece (Ελλάδα transliterated: Elláda, historically, Ellás,) officially the Hellenic Republic (Ελληνική Δημοκρατία Turkey (Türkiye known officially as the Republic of Turkey ( is a Eurasian Country that stretches Crete ( Greek: Κρήτη transliteration: Krētē, modern transliteration Kriti) is the largest of the Greek islands and the |utc_offset = -2 to -4 |time_zone_DST = BRST |utc_offset_DST = -2 to -5 |cctld The Caribbean (ˌkærəˡbiən kæ'rəbiən Cariben|Caraïben or Caraïben; Caraïbe or more commonly Antilles; Caribe is a Region consisting Uruguay.(official full name in República Oriental del Uruguay;, Oriental Republic of Uruguay) is a country located in the southeastern part of South America Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English
- The Chinese equivalent is thought to be the zealous, meticulous Rooster, whose lunar month is 8 September - 7 October. The Chinese Zodiac is a 12 year cycle Each year of the 12 year cycle is named after one of the original 12 animals The Rooster ( 酉) is one of the 12-year cycle of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar. [14]
References
- ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
- ^ Astrology.com.
- ^ theoi.com
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u elore.com
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Astrology-online.com
- ^ a b c d e Alan Oken. Alan Oken's Complete Astrology Revised Edition, 1988. ISBN 0-553-34537-0, pages 100-108
- ^ The Diagram Group, The Little Giant Encyclopedia of The Zodiac, pp 159, Sterling Publishing Company, New York, 1997
- ^ a b The Diagram Group, The Little Giant Encyclopedia of The Zodiac, p 171, Sterling Publishing Company, New York, 1997
- ^ a b c Timewell Corp. Website. Birthstones and Gemstones Color
- ^ Astrology and Health: Virgo
- ^ Crystal-cure.com
- ^ a b c d e [1]; retrieved on 2008-05-27
- ^ a b c d e f Countries & Cities; retrieved on 2008-05-27
- ^ Theodora Lau, The Handbook of Chinese Horoscopes, pxxvii, Souvenir Press, London, 2005
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