The sixth of the sun signs is Virgo, and those born between August 23rd and September 22nd are under its influence. Virgo can be reserved, modest, and practical, but there is far more to understanding this discriminating astrological sign than simply looking at a list of traits. Many times, the personality of Virgo is discussed, but the details are ignored. In truth, both are important to grasp the subtleties of the sign of the virgin.
The Virgo Personality
The typical Virgo is industrious, analytical, painstaking, and seeks to know and understand the mysteries of the world. Virgo is a mutable, feminine earth sign. Feminine sun signs are self-contained and strong through inner reserves. Mutable signs are flexible, versatile, and adaptable. Those born under an earth sign are practical and stable. These factors come together to indicate someone who might be willing to accept change and is eternally practical. On the other hand, this person may internalize a little too much and be unwilling to share their inner feelings.
Virgo is ruled by the planet Mercury, an ancient god of communication and commerce. Mercury rules the traits of intelligence and reason, but can also indicate a predisposition towards a high-strung temperament. The temper of those ruled by Mercury is not easily aroused, but their anger, once brought to the surface, can be terrible.
The primary symbol of Virgo is the virgin. The virgin is pure, modest, industrious, and lives to be of service to others. The glyph (written symbol) of Virgo represents a virgin. If you can't immediately see this, picture the female reproductive organs closed and untouched. It takes a minute, but most people usually see it. The straight line connected by curved lines, one of which is crossed, represents wisdom tied to feeling and emotion, but crossed with a healthy dose of practicality.
The Correspondences of Virgo
The sign of Virgo rules the nervous system and intestines. As such, those born under this astrological sign are prone to illnesses caused by stress and nervous tension. Ulcers can be a particular problem to many Virgos as they attempt to deal with the stress of daily life. Relaxation techniques such as meditation are of of particular use for anyone born a Virgo.
Wednesday is considered the luckiest day for a Virgo, and the numbers five and three are especially attractive. Sapphire is associated with Virgo because this stone brings tranquility of mind and protects against illness and injury while traveling. The colors of refinement and taste are also connected to the sign of Virgo.
Some other correspondences of Virgo are:
- The colors grey and navy blue
- Cities such as Boston, Heidelberg, Paris, and Strasbourg
- Countries such as Crete, Greece, Turkey, and West Indies
- Any nut-bearing trees
- Flowers such as morning glory and pansy
- Mercury (the metal, as well as the planet)
- Small domestic pets (especially cats, small dogs, and rodents)
Many of the details connected to Virgo are associated with an analytical mind and the restraint of emotion. Those ruled by Virgo sometimes arouse anger and violence in others because of their tendency to interfere. Their critical tongues and unemotional attitudes may sometimes isolate them from others and cause rifts in promising relationships.
Those born between August 23rd and September 22nd are born under the sign of Virgo, the sixth of the sun signs. This sign symbolizes conscientiousness and gentleness. Virgo is the sign of the Virgin, and individuals with this trait often express the words "I analyze."
The Character of Virgo
There is little to no external drama for Virgo. To the outside world Virgo usually appears calm and control, but what's happening on the inside really tells the story. Virgos are prone to feeling restless, nervous, and intense about any situation, though they hide it well. With a desire to be and doing something, whether its rearranging the living room or sneaking some work in, Virgo has the ability to exhaust him or herself simply by thinking too much about those things that need to be done.
If you are a Virgo, you are ruled by the planet Mercury. This gives you the inclination toward constant activity, even if that activity is purely mental. You may occasionally (or even frequently) experience the ceaseless drive to accomplish something and you're probably a perfectionist. Virgos lack the ability to put things off until tomorrow. They have to get things done, and they have to do them now. Organization is a holy word to a true Virgo, and this allows you to get more done than most people can imagine.
You like to bring order out of chaos, even in your personal life. You have the capacity to love, and to love well, but love alone isn't enough for you. Many people would be satisfied with love, home, children, and friends. Not a true Virgo. If you're a true Virgo you have the need to justify your life, to be ready to explain who you are and what you're doing with your talents.
Intelligence is part of the bargain with most Virgos. Like the astrological symbol of a virgin gathering wheat, a Virgo gathers knowledge and information, putting facts together so they have a practical use. A great memory and an analytical mind work together to problem solve as quickly as possible. But the analytical is not the only focus of the sharp-witted Virgo. Human motivation is also important and well understood by those with a true Virgo leaning.
You tend to do well financially because you realize that money really does matter and don't bother to pretend it doesn't. You might criticize your own financial ability, but you're great at sticking to a budget and you aren't tempted by foolish ventures and whims. You want to indulge yourself and you demand the best, but you rarely go over budget and you know how to find a bargain on those things you really want.
The Sign of Virgo and Its Relationship With Others
You are not necessarily a leader, but you are the go-to person for many people. They like to check their plans with you before setting off in any direction because you have the natural ability to spot flaws and help correct them. Virgos also make good diplomats and can help others sort out muddled thoughts. Reason and facts rule the day, and everyone knows this about you. So you are often sought out by others. You have no tolerance for those who make emotional judgements and they're not fond of you. But you're well loved by others.
You do tend to be preoccupied with neatness and organization, and this can sometimes limit your vision and keep you from seeing the whole picture. Your dependence on logic can sometimes leave you short on inspiration, and others can clearly see when you are floundering. You can annoy others with your need to look back and analyze a situation that didn't work when you should just move on in a new direction. But luckily Virgo is a mutable sign, so you do have the ability to change with a little urging. This is where you need the support of friends and family, for change can be hard on a sign devoted to plans and logic.
If Virgo has a true flaw, it's the tendency to complicate the simplest of things. Even a simple and straightforward problem is something to be solved. Others find this trait frustrating, especially when a solution to the problem at hand is evident to all.
Despite all these traits, Virgos are naturally shy and reserved. It may be hard for you to relax and enjoy the company of others, especially in groups. You might prefer one-on-one, and not just because you're more comfortable. It is in this setting that others can more readily discover how intelligent, well-read, witty, charming, and perceptive you are. It is in small one-on-one settings that you make your real friends.
Unfortunately, Virgo does tend to be hypercritical of everything and everyone. You'll continue to analyze people and situations when it's no longer necessary simply because you're constantly hoping to improve things. This can make you unhappy when you realize that everything is ultimately imperfect, and you might find yourself socially withdrawing from time to time. And you don't take criticism well. You prefer others look elsewhere when searching for faults and you hate admitting you might be wrong.
Most Virgos tend to be health-conscious people, especially when their focus is on the physical. Seeing a doctor and even a dentist regularly is part of the normal routine for a Virgos. But Virgos like to worry, so many of them are hypochondriacs and may make more visits to the doctor than strictly necessary.
A gentle, loving, and warm relationship is the desire of most Virgos, and when it's found it brings out the best in anyone born under this sun sign. When you can find a mate you can truly engage with, your qualities of kindness, devotion, and gentleness rise from the depths. You're there for those you love in any way you feel you can be of service.
Those born under this sign may sometimes appear aloof and intellectual, but under it all they are loving and devoted. The correspondences of Virgo are a powerful influence on this sign, contributing to the pure dependability that is Virgo.
Those born between August 24th and September 23rd are ruled by the astrological sign of Virgo, whose astrological symbol is the virgin. This virgin is usually represented by a woman with a sheaf of wheat. In ancient times, Virgo was the time to start winding down for the year. Even the most fun-loving person had to admit that the crops were ready to be harvested. The work to be done became more urgent as the realization that winter was approaching dawned. Closed attention was paid to the logical and most efficient techniques necessary to produce maximum results. Both weeding by hand and natural insect repellents were necessary to ensure the health of mature plants. This precaution also increased the health of people and their livestock.
Virgo has come to be associated with analysis, attention to detail, handcrafts, worry, hygiene and health, food, labor, and doing what needs doing. The part of the body ruled by Virgo is the intestines because of their ability to digest and "analyze" food.
People born under the sign of Virgo function best when their genius for criticism is accepted and used constructively.
