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Venus in Virgo - The truths, The Myths and The Life Lessons

Contrary to popular opinion, this is one of my favorite positions of Venus- very intriguing. Once we understand the basic interpretations of Venus and the sign Virgo and we fuse them together, we can understand how this placement functions.

Venus Representations- Beauty, Art, Knowledge, Shukracharya, Pleasure, Comfort, Love, Relationships, Wealth, Luxury

Virgo Representations - Analysis, perfection, intellectual, curiosity, detail oriented, service oriented practical, grounded, health, conflicts


If we add the significations of both, there can be many different interpretations -


1. Venus is Luxury, Virgo is Practical.


These two themes do not really go together. This makes Virgo Venus people not very luxury oriented. For them, practicality supersedes. So, while they may love to travel in an air-conditioned car with comfortable seating, they look at the utilitarian aspect more. They need the car to give them value for the money being spent. If they can get the same comfort for 15 lakhs, they may find spending 50 Lakhs a wastage of resources. So, though they can very well afford it, you may never find a Virgo venus driving an Audi. They have a disdain for flashy display of wealth. For a Venus Virgo, simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.


Arrogance can be a big turn off for them and they appreciate humility. That is why they end up falling in love with the underdogs, usually.


2. Venus is Love, Virgo is Methodical.


Venus Virgo people do not get swayed by superficial beauty. It takes a lot to impress them. Sound intellect (Virgo) and great communication skills (Virgo-mercury ruled) are top tire priorities for them.


Another very important thing for them, is that they are very methodical, even when choosing a partner. Love for them is rarely a spontaneous process. Because they do not waste time in short term flings (practical); whenever they look for a partner, they look for long term relationships (especially Uttaraphalguni, which is the Nakshatra for marriage and contracts- Shiva and Parvati are said to have married in this nakshatra)


Because they look for commitment in all their relationships, heartbreak for them is a very serious thing.


3. Venus is Pleasure, Virgo is Grounded.


Virgo Venus people are usually not very pleasure driven. Simple pleasures are enough to make them happy, a good meal at a good restaurant is good enough for them, they don’t need to go to the best restaurant in town. Because they are not very finicky about pleasures, the downside can be that they can enjoy anything- anything that is not good for them in the long run. They can overlook flaws when it comes to choosing partners. Anything and anyone can look pretty to them. They can find beauty in anything. Remember, how they have a love for intellectualism. So, even if the partner is physically not beautiful, they don’t mind, they feel beauty is skin deep.


4. Venus is Relationships, Virgo is an earth sign, service oriented.


Being an earthy sign, these people value loyalty and stability in relationships. They are not typically romantic, given the need for practicality in their lives, but when in love, they are very service oriented. They may not buy you flowers or propose you in a flashy setting; but they will cook for you every day, they’ll clean and organize your desk, your wardrobe, they’ll make the bed, without you asking them to do so. This is their way of expressing love. Love for them is in doing, not in saying.


They are almost in servitude of their lovers, they sacrifice everything when in love. They won’t stop at anything when it comes to serving. However, they are not great at demanding attention. So, when their efforts are not appreciated, they feel drained and unloved, they develop resentment and end up feeling unlucky in love.


(In contrast, Pisces venus, where Venus is exalted, will continue doing for their partners, they lose themselves, remember Pisces is watery, flowy, no boundaries- not expecting anything in return)


5.Venus is Relationships, Virgo is analytical.


Virgo venus people are overanalytical. They observe everything, every posture, every motion, every word, every tone of their partners. They may not always say all that, but they are extremely observational and analyze deeply every act of their partners. This is where this can lead to misunderstandings in relationships. Virgo being a mercurial sign, indicates that clear communication is very essential for relationships to thrive here. They love honest and direct communication.


6. Venus is Beauty, Virgo is Critical.


Venus is our beauty, how we perceive ourselves when we look at our image in the mirror. Because, these people have an eye for looking at the flaws, they can very frequently, undermine themselves. They are always finding faults within themselves and they are their own worst critics. They always find areas where they are not “good enough” and so they settle for less in relationships because they feel everyone is flawed. This can make them go through shitty relationships, especially in early life, till they do not develop a good self-worth. “I am enough”- is a good mantra for them to live by, to improve their self-worth.


It is also seen that sometimes, they end up being in relationships only to feel good about themselves, because they don’t value themselves, they want at least some one else to value them.


7. Venus is Relationships and Virgo is attention to detail.


Virgo Venus is always looking to perfect themselves, fixing the flaws within themselves. This habit, when projected outwards, makes them, want to perfect everything in their partners too. With their eye for attention to detail, they make become nitpicky. They seek perfection, everywhere. This can lead to conflicts (6th house energy) in relationships, especially if the partner is not receptive to suggestions or if the partner himself is insecure and has a low self-esteem.


This desire of theirs to make everything picture perfect can be annoying to someone who hates all the details being looked into. For many a times people just want all praises and flattery and do not want to know the areas for improvement, especially from the beloved. However, to a venus Virgo, if we cannot better ourselves together, it is a very superficial relationship. And there, happens the clash.


8. Venus is love and Virgo is practicality.


Virgo venus envisions a long-term relationship, living life together, doing the mundane things together. Cooking together, cleaning together, doing grocery shopping together is more a romantic idea for a Virgo venus than being swooshed into a fairytale la la land romance by their partner with candle lit dinners, flower petals blowing and fancy gifts.


9. Venus is Romance and Love, Virgo is organization.


When on a date with their lover, they want to know if everything is well put together. If they look good enough (which a non-existent thing for them), if they smell good, if they don’t end up doing something that annoys the lover-worry worry and more worry.
It is only when they meet someone absolutely non-judgmental, that they can let themselves loose, that is when the earthiness and true desires come out.


10. Venus has the healing touch and Virgo is the medicine.


Shukracharya was given the boon of Sanjivani vidya by Lord Shiva, granting him the power to bring the dead back to life, the power of resurrection. Virgo Venus people can have a great healing touch if they are in the healthcare field. With their attention to detail and service-oriented attitude, they can make excellent doctors, nurses and counsellors.


11. Venus is Beauty and Virgo is health and wellness.


People with Venus in Virgo are not the typical; putting creams and lotions kind of beauty freaks. They understand that the real beauty comes from keeping the body healthy. They lay emphasis on the root origin of beauty and hence they are very conscious of what they eat. They may also take herbal supplements (girl carrying the wheat in her hands) and may stick to traditional foods to keep their body in good shape.


12. Venus Is knowledge and Virgo is Intellectualism/curiosity/Health.


Virgo is the sign of intelligence, it is the sign where the planet of intellect mercury gets exalted. Virgo Venus people love to accumulate knowledge especially in the fields of Health/wellness/finance. They also love intellectual conversations.


13. Venus is wealth and Virgo is Financial dealings.


Virgo is adept at financial dealings, Virgo is practical and balanced, Virgo is grounded, not flashy and venus is wealth and money. So, these people can be very good at financial management. Because they spend money wisely, then can save very well for a rainy day.
Also, because Virgo is a dual sign, they can earn through multiple sources, they can have at least two sources of stable income.


14. Because they are always aware of their own shortcomings, they are always ready to forgive the mistakes of others too. On the other hand, if they do not visualize a good, stable, long term relationship with the person they may be dating, they are practical enough to not linger on with it.


15. Because Virgo is an earthy sign, these people prefer old fashioned etiquettes, they prefer classic styles while dressing, they look very well put together at all times. Cleanliness and organized, tidy home are very important to them.


16. Because they do not usually get into relationships (including friendships) with anyone and everyone, unless the person proves himself worthy on the parameter set up by them, it is very difficult to read what is in their minds. They can appear to be distant, cold and reserved.


17. Extremely analytical, Virgos are prone to overthinking and can get stuck in a loop of analysis paralysis. In the process, they may fail to appreciate the silver lining behind the clouds. They need to learn to be compassionate towards self.


18. Virgo excels at whatever they put their mind to. These earth signs possess an innate ability to notice what others might miss, making them excellent problem solvers and critical thinkers. Virgos have a natural inclination for order and efficiency, often thriving in environments where they can bring structure and clarity. Virgos excel at managing complex tasks and producing high-quality work, whether it's a meticulously written project, a scientific breakthrough, or a beautifully crafted piece of art.  Their practicality and reliability make them thoughtful, caring, and diligent friends, lovers, and colleagues. They are always there in the times of need.


19. Best Matches for Virgo Venus


Fellow earth signs—Taurus and Capricorn—are naturally attracted to Virgo's attention to detail and practical nature, often resulting in stable and highly-productive partnerships. When Earthy venuses get together, they can develop solid infrastructure that is truly built to last.


The Water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) also pair well with Virgo. Their emotional depth—and their ability to trust their intuition—help Virgo open up and connect on a more profound level. These signs provide the empathy and compassion that balance Virgo's analytical approach, fostering a relationship that is safe, nurturing, and intellectually stimulating.


The fire signs—Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius—might feel stifled by Virgo’s careful planning and exacting approach, preferring spontaneity and bold action. Both can be irritated by the other’s approach. Not a great match.


Likewise, the air signs, ever flowing—Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius — may feel judged by Virgo's exacting nature and meticulous eye.


20. Life lessons for a Virgo Venus


Everything in the universe, is a work in progress. The perfection you so desire, is no where to be found. Accept yourself as you are. Look above and beyond your shortcomings. You are a work of art, made by the supreme almighty. Understand your self-worth and accept the flaws. Virgos must remember that not everyone shares their love for detail and order. They should learn to meet their partner somewhere in the middle- embracing a bit more play and spontaneity and a bit less seriousness. Flaws, can also be perceived as an art. Flaws are what make us all human.


In addition, effective communication of your needs is the first step to building a lasting relationship.

“Love is all that there is, all we need is Love” – John Lennon

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Beautiful explanation. Well-written.

Thanks,