The constellation Virgo has different origins depending on which mythology is being studied. Most myths generally view Virgo as a maiden with heavy association with wheat. In Greek and Roman mythology, they relate the constellation to Demeter, mother of Persephone, or Proserpina, the Roman goddess of the harvest. Another association is with the myth of Parthenos (meaning virgin in Greek), which explains how the actual constellation Virgo came to be.

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1. What is the star sign Virgo? Virgo is the sixth sign of the zodiac and is represented by the virgin. People born between August 23 and September 22 are considered to be Virgos.

2. What are the personality traits of a Virgo? Virgos are often characterized as being analytical, practical, and detail-oriented. They are known for their efficiency and their ability to solve problems and make logical decisions. Virgos are also known for their perfectionism and their tendency to be perfectionists.

3. What are the compatible star signs for a Virgo? Virgos are generally compatible with other earth signs, such as Taurus and Capricorn. They may also be compatible with water signs, such as Cancer and Scorpio.

4. What are the lucky colors for a Virgo? The lucky colors for a Virgo are typically shades of green, such as mint green and olive green.

5. What are the lucky numbers for a Virgo? The lucky numbers for a Virgo are typically 5 and 6.

6. What are the lucky days for a Virgo? The lucky days for a Virgo are typically Wednesday and Friday.

7. What are the lucky stones for a Virgo? The lucky stones for a Virgo are typically jade and agate.

8. What are the lucky flowers for a Virgo? The lucky flowers for a Virgo are typically daisies and poppies.

The constellation Virgo has different origins depending on which mythology is being studied.

In the legend, Parthenos is the daughter of Staphylus and Chrysothemis, and sister to Rhoeo and Molpadia. Rhoeo had been impregnated by Apollo, but when her father discovered her pregnancy, he assumed it was by a random suitor and was greatly ashamed. As punishment, he locked her in a box and threw her in a river. After the terrible fate of their sister, Parthenos and Molpadia lived in fear of their father’s terrible wrath. One evening, Staphylus left his daughters in charge of a very valuable bottle of wine. When they both accidentally fell asleep, one of their swine broke the bottle. Terrified of their father, the sisters fled to a nearby cliff and threw themselves off. But because of his previous relations with Rhoeo, Apollo saved his two sisters and delivered them to the safety of nearby cities in Cherronseos. Molpadia ended up in Castabus where she changed her name to Hemithea and was worshipped as a local goddess for many years. Parthenos settled in Bubastus where she was also worshipped as a local goddess. According to another story, Parthenos was a daughter of Apollo who made the constellation to commemorate her death at a young age.

While this is only one myth of the origin of Virgo, she is seen throughout all manner of myths. In Egyptian mythology, the time when the Sun was in the constellation Virgo marked the beginning of the wheat harvest, thus connecting Virgo back to the wheat grain. In Christianity, Jesus was born to a virgin in the town of Bethlehem (“bread”); the ancient Zodiac ended in the constellation Leo and began with Virgo. Virgo has the equivalent sign in Indian astrology as the Kanya (which also means “maiden”), and has even been connected with the Virgin Mary.

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