Zodiac tarot
Virgo and The Hermit
The tarot card for Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) is The Hermit. Its ruling planet, Mercury, corresponds to The Magician, and its element, Earth, to the suit of Pentacles.
Why Virgo is The Hermit
Virgo is the careful analyst, and The Hermit is the seeker who withdraws to examine truth closely by the light of a single lantern. Both value precision, service and quiet competence over show.
Step back from the crowd to reflect in quiet solitude. Your inner lantern shines brightest when you give yourself space to listen.
Strengths
- Attention to detail and craft
- Thoughtful, useful advice
- Self-reliant and discreet
Shadow side
- Over-criticism of self and others
- Isolation in the name of getting things right
Virgo in love
In love, Virgo shows care through acts of service. Its ruler Mercury links to The Magician: clear communication is your best love language.
Ruling planet and element
Virgo is ruled by Mercury, which corresponds to The Magician; many readers treat it as a second card for Virgo. As a earth sign, Virgo also shares the temperament of the fourteen cards in the suit of Pentacles.
A practice
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