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Virgo (astrology)
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| Zodiac Symbol: | Virgin |
| Birth Dates (Tropical): | August 23 - September 22 |
| Birth Dates (Sidereal): | September 16 - October 15 |
| Birth Dates (Solar): | September 16 - October 30 |
| Constellation: | Virgo |
| Zodiac Element: | Earth |
| Zodiac Quality: | Mutable |
| Domicile: | Mercury |
| Detriment: | Neptune/Jupiter |
| Exaltation: | Mercury |
| Fall: | Venus |
| Numbers: | Five, Eight |
| Day: | Wednesday |
Virgo is an astrological sign which originated from the constellation Virgo, and is the sixth sign of the zodiac. Virgo is classed as a Negative or feminine, introverted sign; its element is Earth and its Quality is Mutable.[1] Traditionally in astrology Virgo is ruled by the planet Mercury. The opposite sign to Virgo is Pisces. Under the tropical zodiac, Virgo is occupied by the Sun from August 23 to September 22, and under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently from September 17 to October 17. Virgo is the only zodiacal sign represented by a female.
In astrology the astrological signs represent twelve equal segments or divisions of the zodiac. According to astrological beliefs, celestial phenomena reflect or govern human activity on the principle of "as above, so below", so that the twelve signs at the same time are held to represent twelve basic personality types or characteristic modes of expression.[2] The scientific community generally considers astrology as a pseudoscience or superstition.[3][4] ; yet despite this, belief in astrology remains widespread.[5][6][7][8]
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According to one interpretation[citation needed], the Virgo constellation depicts Astraea, the virgin daughter of the god Zeus and the goddess Themis. 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. Virgo is also indentified with Persephone, daughter of Demeter (goddess of agriculture and guardian of marriage). 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.
The astrological symbol of Virgo is said to represent the arms and torso of the virgin holding a sheaf of wheat.
Astrologers broadly agree that the following are the characteristics of Virgo: [9] The Virgo person is adventurous, brave, proud, stubborn, shrewd, critically inclined, judicious, patient, logical, meticulous, reliable, practical, diligent, intelligent and analytical, industrious, efficient, thorough, methodical, exacting, precise, detail-oriented, shy, observant, critical, work- and service-oriented, painstaking, pragmatic, modest, discreet, health- and cleanliness-conscious, mentally active, and flexible.
They can also be arrogant, overly-proud, fussy, nervous, pedantic, petty, over-critical, self-conscious, harsh, perfectionist, and conservative.
Suitable occupations are where analytical and practical, methodical qualities are needed; such as doctor, teacher, psychologist, nursing and health and hygiene sectors, scientist, accountant, secretary, inspector. In medical astrology, Virgo governs the intestines and digestion.
- Likes- Health foods, lists, hygiene, order, wholesomeness, cleanliness, penny-pinching
- Dislikes- Hazards to health, sloppy, and narrow-minded people, squalor, being uncertain, uncleanliness
- Most compatible: Capricorn, Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Virgo and Pisces
- Semi compatible: Leo, Libra, and Sagittarius
- Incompatible: Aquarius, Gemini, Aries
Astrologers believe that each of the twelve signs have identifiable physical traits. Physically, it is thought that 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. They are thought to usually be of slightly above average height.[citation needed]
The following items are traditionally associated with Virgo: [10]
| Associations | |
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| Birthstone | Peridot, Sardonyx, Blue Sapphire[11] |
| Colors | Navy Blue, Gray |
| Gemstones | Sapphire, Rhodochrosite |
| Metal | Mercury |
In mundane or political astrology, Virgo is linked with Turkey, Greece, Crete, West Indies.[citation needed]
The Indian equivalent of Virgo is Kanya; the Chinese equivalent is thought to be the zealous, meticulous Rooster, whose lunar month is 8 September - 7 October. [12]
The following is a list of some famous people whose sun sign is in Virgo. The list is indicative only and makes no claim to be a representative sample of all Virgos:
- Freddie Mercury, Shirley Manson, Dolores O'Riordan, Louis XVI, Ronald III, Elizabeth I, Ivan IV, Mother Teresa, Raquel Welch, Cassandra Peterson, Tim Burton, Jennifer Tilly, Rocky Marciano, Gene Simmons, Greta Garbo, Stephen King, Adam West, Elvis Costello, Buddy Holly, Bill Murray, Sean Connery, Adam Sandler, David Copperfield, Beyoncé, Trajan, Patric Basse, Anthony Augustine, Jhonen Vasquez, Salma Hayek, Michael Jackson, Rupert Grint, Keith Flint, Adam Sandler, Dave Chappelle, Richard Gere, Moby, Nicole Richie
Wes Bentley, Yasser Arafat, Keanu Reeves, Cameron Diaz, Jeremy Irons, Liam Gallagher, Glen Matlock, Steve Jones, Dr Phil, Hassan Nasrallah, Jason Statham, Mark Harmon.
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| Elements | Fire - Earth - Air - Water |
| Qualities | Cardinal · Fixed · Mutable |
| Signs | Aries · Taurus · Gemini · Cancer · Leo · Virgo · Libra · Scorpio · Sagittarius · Capricorn · Aquarius · Pisces |
- ^ Jeff Mayo, Teach Yourself Astrology, pp 38-41, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1979
- ^ Jeff Mayo, Ibid, p 35, 1979
- ^ WordNet 2.1. Princeton. Retrieved on 2006-07-05.
- ^ Activities With Astrology. Astronomical society of the Pacific.
- ^ Objections to Astrology: A Statement by 186 Leading Scientists. The Humanist, September/October 1975.
- ^ Humphrey Taylor. The Religious and Other Beliefs of Americans 2003. Retrieved on 2007-01-05.
- ^ Science and Technology: Public Attitudes and Understanding. National Science Foundation. Retrieved on 2007-01-05.
- ^ "Astrology". Encarta. (2008). Microsoft. Retrieved on 2007-08-28. “Scientists have long rejected the principles of astrology, but millions of people continue to believe in or practice it.”
- ^ Robert Pelletier & Leonard Cataldo Be Your Own Astrologer pp 24 - 33, Pan Books Ltd, London 1984; Maritha Pottenger, Astro Essentials, pp 31 - 36, ACS Publications San Diego, 1991 ; Jeff Mayo, Ibid, pp 41-55, 1979
- ^ Derek and Julia Parker, The New Compleat Astrologer, pp194-5, Crescent Books , New York, 1990
- ^ http://www.astrologycom.com/virgoheal.html
- ^ Theodora Lau, The Handbook of Chinese Horoscopes, pxxvii, Souvenir Press, London, 2005
2. http://www.business-esolutions.com/starmyths/myths/virgo.htm Reyes