Traits, Characteristics and Personality of the Virgo Zodiac Sign in Astrology

The sign of Virgo is often associated with Chiron, the healer, as well as Mercury, the communicator. In relationships, a Virgo man or woman can be quite charming but is often seen as cold, or even Vulcan on the surface. These folks run deep though and this surface appearance may mask a deep sensitivity and desire to help others. This is because Virgo (female or male) is very precise and often fussy, critical and filled with worry. In fact, Virgo cannot help noticing what is wrong in most situations because of their characteristically keen insight and discrimination. They can't help but see the needle in the haystack, often missing the haystack! A Virgo man or woman strives for perfection, but of course this is unattainable. However, their attention to detail, tendencies to serve and wish to be useful bring many gifts to Virgos and partners who are close to them.
Generally considered the most service oriented of the zodiac signs, Virgo men and women are very sensitive with strong feminine (yin) energy. Their symbol is the only female in the zodiac. In love, Virgos make excellent husbands and wives and are very affectionate when they feel safe and close to their partner. Sexually, Virgo is anything but Virgin and their partners may find themselves with a lover who will go to great lengths to find exactly what pleases them. This characteristic of service is one of their most wonderful traits!
Spiritually, Virgos seek to manifest the divine in the material world and go inward to discern meaning. Virgos are keen analysts. They are perhaps the most analytical sign and quite adept at communication and in business. Virgo thrives and excels in in management, technology, writing and teaching professionally. More tactical than strategic, Virgo makes an excellent second in command which suits their shy tendencies and characteristically modest nature.

• Virgo Ruling Planet: Mercury
• Virgo Zodiac Symbol: The Virgin
• Virgo Element: Earth
• Virgo Cardinality: Mutable
• Virgo Stone: Sapphire
• Virgo Season: Summer
• Virgo Colors: Blue, Beige
• Virgo Anatomy: Intestines, the Nervous System
• Famous Virgos: Mother Teresa, H.G. Wells, Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, Richard Gere, Lily Tomlin, Elvis Costello, Joan Jett, Michael Jackson, Rocky Marciano, Raquel Welch, Joseph Kennedy Senior