Earth sign · ruled by Mercury
Virgo
Kanya कन्या
Craft and discernment. Associated with attention to detail, usefulness, analysis and quiet service to others.
- Western Sun sign dates
- 23 Aug – 22 Sep
- Vedic Sun sign dates
- 17 Sep – 17 Oct
- Element
- Earth
- Ruling planet
- Mercury
Lunar mansions within Kanya
Nakshatras in Virgo
- Uttara Phalguni उत्तरा फाल्गुनीPada 2, 3, 4 · ruled by SunSymbol: the back legs of a bed. Deity: Aryaman, of friendship. Themes of kindness, commitment and support.
- Hasta हस्तPada 1, 2, 3, 4 · ruled by MoonSymbol: an open hand. Deity: Savitr, the sun’s light. Themes of skill, craft and making things real.
- Chitra चित्राPada 1, 2 · ruled by MarsSymbol: a bright jewel. Deity: Tvashtar, the divine architect. Themes of design, form and brilliance.
Traditional associations for reflection, not predictions. Dates are approximate and can shift by a day from year to year.