Virgo (कन्या rashi) ♍: nature, ruling planet and name letters
Virgo (कन्या rashi) ♍ is the 6th sign of the zodiac. Its ruling planet is Mercury and its element is Earth. In Vedic astrology your birth sign (janma rashi) is the sign the Moon occupied at birth; traditionally it can also be found from the first syllable of your name.
Virgo: key facts
| Ruling planet | Mercury |
|---|---|
| Element | Earth |
| Position in the zodiac | 150° to 180° (sidereal) |
| Name syllables | To, Pa, Pi, Pu, Sha, Na, Tha, Pe, Po |
| Nakshatras | Uttara Phalguni (pada 2, 3, 4), Hasta (pada 1, 2, 3, 4), Chitra (pada 1, 2) |
| Lucky day | Wednesday |
| Lucky colour | Green |
| Lucky direction | North |
| Deity | Shri Ganesh ji (and Lord Vishnu) |
| Mantra of the ruling planet | Om Braam Breem Braum Sah Budhaya Namah |
| Gemstone of the ruling planet | Panna (emerald) (do not wear a gemstone without showing your full kundli) |
Virgo nature
Analytical, organised and service-minded; avoid excessive criticism.
Its ruling planet Mercury is linked to intellect and communication. It signifies intellect, speech, trade and studies.
Simple remedies for Virgo
- On Wednesday offer durva grass to Ganesh ji; stay regular in studies and accounts; keep your speech sweet.
- Donation: Green moong, green cloth, green vegetables (Wednesday)
- Recitation: Ganesha Atharvashirsha, Vishnu Sahasranama
All 12 signs
♈ Aries♉ Taurus♊ Gemini♋ Cancer♌ Leo♍ Virgo♎ Libra♏ Scorpio♐ Sagittarius♑ Capricorn♒ Aquarius♓ Pisces
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