Horoscope Compatibility...

Aries + Virgo

Fire + Earth = Lava

The cool, critical perfection-loving Virgo is a completely different kettle of fish for you, Aries. In fact, Virgo is so different that you may feel completely at odds, even irritated and angry with the moral control they exhibit. Conversely, your fast, furious and impulsive nature will throw Virgo into a complete tailspin. This is a combination not for the faint of heart.

As with Taurus, the first of the earth signs, Virgo and Capricorn also relate to your financial and professional arena. Though a preliminary study shows you and Virgo are quite incompatible, Aries can learn much about the order and meticulousness of Virgo and perhaps apply that to life. If you’re open enough and patient in absorbing these intricate methodologies of Virgo, you could discover life skills by applying Virgo’s advice.

The straightforwardness of Aries is unadorned, unlike the complex intellectual and deductive mind of Virgo. Both of you have similar ideals but present your views and live your principles in a vastly different manner. This is also the case sexually. Virgo seems too prim and proper for your raw and primitive energy. But there’s no doubt that Virgo was born to serve, as you were born to lead. In this sense there could be a quirky sort of compatibility between you. Don’t be too quick to jump to conclusions, especially in matters of love.

If you choose to work with each other, there could be a unique success in the supportive role Virgo could offer you. You could spontaneously feed ideas to a partner who will hone in on and refine your concepts to a working and practical success.

If you do feel attracted to a Virgo, possibly due to some karmic longing, those born in the third portion will be far more suitable for you, that is, born from 13 to 23 September. Try to avoid partnerships with those born between 3 and 13 September. Other Virgos, born between 24 August and 2 September, are only moderately compatible.

Virgo + Taurus

Earth + Earth = Solid Ground

Here is a combination that is elementally perfect, astrologically. Taurus and Virgo can complement each other on many levels. For a start, the combination of two earth signs solidifies the practical nature of your relationship and this means that you are aware and accommodating of Taurus’ need for financial independence and material security. Taurus must be prepared for your fastidious and perfection-driven approach. They are far more plodding in nature and the sort of mental challenge you offer may tire them, even though they essentially agree with your suggestions.

Virgo will stimulate Taurus in discussion but, after some time, Taurus will quietly and assertively inform you that some quiet space is needed in which they—and your intellectual aerobics—can take rest. Your highly mental approach may see this as an insult and feel that Taurus just isn’t motivated enough. You both need to find common interests; activities or hobbies such as art, fashion, music and even cooking could be a wonderful joint activity that counters your intellectual differences. Taurus can relax your high-strung nature and bring your lifestyles in line with each other.

Because Virgo is the fifth or romantic sector for Taurus, there’s no doubt that your physical pleasure will be mutual and this is certainly a relationship you should work at. Consider those Taureans born between 30 April and 10 May, as the co-rulership of Mercury naturally draws you to them and brings out your best essence. You can have exciting times and amorous adventures with Taureans born between 21 and 29 April. Venus promises lots of love and affection between you and this could develop into a mature and rewarding relationship. Any love and intimacy you experience with Taureans born between 11 and 21 May has the taint of Saturn and may not ultimately fulfil you.

Virgo + Gemini

Earth + Air = Dust

There are some intrinsic differences between Virgo and Gemini, notwithstanding their common rulership of Mercury. Gemini senses many similarities in your Virgo temperament but may feel at times exasperated with your perfectionist attitude toward detail. You probably enjoy playing mental games and communicating with each other, but Gemini is more likely to skim the surface rather than dive into the minutiae, which your mind has a tendency to do.

Virgo is the fourth sign to Gemini and indicates the domestic and family sphere. You will actually provide Gemini a safe haven from which to conduct the various activities that seem to be part of their world. They’ll feel more anchored with you, as your earth sign will give them the sense of security and even financial stability that they lack, due to their dispersed nature. For this reason there are some positive elements that seem to connect between the two of you. Gemini does have a propensity to be more light-hearted and jocular about things and this could be cause for concern for you because you like to see things in a more solemn way. Gemini should never offend your sensibilities as innocent as their jokes may appear. You would also do well to imbibe some of the light-heartedness of Gemini.

On the lovemaking side of things, you are fairly conservative, having Saturn ruling your sexual nature, whereas Gemini and its Venus-ruled sexual sector of Libra is much more sensual and playful. This is probably not the greatest match between zodiac signs, but has several redeeming factors and could well be well worth a try.

If you’re choosing a Gemini as a partner, those born between 22 May and 1 June are very well suited to you and provide you with incredibly stimulating conversation. You’ll work well with them and play will be fun, too. Those born between 2 and 12 June are co-ruled by Venus and Libra and there is more of a material foundation to your friendship, though there may be moments of pleasure intertwined in the connection. If you come in touch with those born between 13 and 21 June, the complex interplay of Aquarius as co-ruler promises challenges, but if you’re prepared to persist, this combination can also bring you fulfilment.

Virgo + Cancer

Earth + Water = Mud

This is a rich and fertile combination of two feminine zodiac signs ruled by Mercury and the Moon respectively. A Virgo and Cancer combination can produce wonderfully imaginative results on all levels. The sensitive Moon of Cancer and your intellectually brilliant ruler, Mercury, combine in a most wonderful play of celestial forces. Great friendship and understanding result from your meeting, but at times you’ll have difficulty understanding the Cancerian sensitivity and emotional mood swings. When you ask Cancer to “think things through, without being so emotional about it”, Cancer will look at you strangely and reply, “But can’t you feel what I’m feeling?” Both of you are at opposite ends of the spectrum in the way you see a particular problem: Cancer emotionally, and you, Virgo, intellectually. Cancer is a friendly sign to Virgo and a sector of life fulfilment, so you can slowly but surely accept and start to experience the more responsive side of their personality. Likewise, Cancer can become more reasonable as the empathy between the two of you is strong and will grow over time.

The one specific area you must control is the tendency to criticise and judge Cancer severely. Cancer’s vulnerability, being what it is, may not withstand your ruthless and at times incessant demand for perfection. This may also, unfortunately, be translated into the most private area of sexuality, where you may demand a performance that is not in keeping with Cancer’s easier-going, slower and more receptive nature.

Good friendship and social alliances are created with those Cancers born between 22 June and 3 July. You can also have strong and long-standing ties with any Cancer born between 14 and 22 July. These Cancerians will provide you with by far the most satisfying emotional and physical compatibility. Problems may arise with Cancerians born between 4 and 13 July and you’re advised to abstain from too much criticism of these sensitive and sometimes implacable people.

Virgo + Leo

Earth + Fire = Lava

In coming together with Leo you’ll have an early realisation that their boldness and strong ego may steamroll your modest and prudent mind. Leo is strongly required to be sensitive to you by not going beyond certain bounds of power and control. You also exert power but in a less forceful manner and have a tendency to work behind the scenes and in a more exacting and self-sacrificial manner. Your key focus is on the service and excellence of your professional and general duties. Leo isn’t concerned so much with the detail as with being first, wielding power and winning accolades in the “game”. They like to dominate a situation rather than remain invisible.

Virgo, you have a tendency to look at microscopic details which, if directed to the proud and arrogant Leo, could set sparks flying. Leo is rarely wrong (at least in their own mind) and is usually beyond reproach. You will have to carefully assess how to constructively criticise your Leo. There are some strong connections financially between your two star signs, as Virgo falls in the second or financial sector of Leo, whereas Leo falls in the twelfth or loss sector for you. This equation on a financial level isn’t too balanced, and you must be careful not to give too much in the way of material assistance as well emotional energy to the Leo character, lest you feel taken advantage of.

Though you may feel uplifted by the warm radiations of Leo in the bedroom, the same can’t be said for Leo’s experience of Virgo. You seem too prim and proper for the bombastic and dramatic Leo, who prefers a roaring time sexually to your more modest display of affection. Your compatibility with those Leos born between 23 July and 4 August will shine a light on your otherwise mentally-orientated states. You can feel warmth and camaraderie with these people and friendship flourishes as a result. Your strong combination for a more enduring relationship is with those Leos born between 5 and 14 August. Jupiter will bless you and provide you with a true match made in heaven. It’s best to avoid those Leos born between 15 and 23 August, as their Mars co-rulership may create lots of problems, disputes and backbiting.

Virgo + Virgo

Earth + Earth = Solid Ground

Your exacting and precise Virgo character will meet its match in association with another Virgo. Perfectionism is not something easily attained and your coming together with another Virgo will help you to realise that human perfection is not possible and that you must make concessions for the frailties found in each other. Your Virgo counterpart will demand as much perfection from you as you do of them. This combination is quite likely to be an incredible challenge for both of you from the outset.

The lesson for your partnership is that you must enjoy the journey and take pleasure in the experience of life. On the journey to your goals don’t be too critical of each other, raising the standards to such a high level that neither of you can achieve them. You both do great work in your combined partnership when focused, though. Wholly and solely focus on enjoying the work at hand, as well as executing skilful action, and this will bring satisfaction to both of you in the long run. Notwithstanding these exacting demands on each other, you do have a lot in common in that you enjoy a clean and orderly environment and wish to pursue your individual and joint goals.

In intimacy and lovemaking you have a similar approach to the expression of your feelings. When you’re prepared to let go of your cerebral game play, your love life can be rather sweet and reciprocating. For Virgos, the best compatibilities are those born between 23 August and 2 September. There’s a more serious tone with those born between 3 and 12 September, with an obsession for material acquisition stunting any inner happiness, due to Capricorn’s co-rulership. Virgos born between 13 and 23 September are those who are co-ruled by Taurus and Venus and will be well suited to you, due to their softer and more stabilising influence.

Virgo + Libra

Earth + Air = Dust

This is a wonderful combination and complements you perfectly. The social and outgoing Libra balances your temperament. Libra will be a great aid in bringing you out of your shell, especially if you’re one of the more withdrawn types. The wonderful thing about Libra for you is the absorptive quality they possess in handling any of the criticisms you may dish out. The reason for this is that Libra has the ability to see various sides of a situation and uses their ‘scales of justice’ to accept that what you say is without bias. The Libran ego is not that big that it won’t accommodate your perspectives or opinions and honestly try to implement them, particularly if that can improve your relationship.

The one difficulty with Libra, however, is that your keen attention to a preset program or timetable may not fit with their rather changeable and spontaneous mindset. You will need to accommodate the sociable Libran temperament and give them free reign in exploring their social appetites. Libra is interested in exploring the sexual and emotional side of life and you need to consider this cautiously, especially with those born between 14 and 23 October, who may have a less traditional attitude. This is even more pronounced with those born between 4 and 13 October, as they have the added influence of Aquarius making them very progressive, if not avant-garde in their attitudes to love. In fact, you may find them quite “hippy like”. Those born between 24 September and 3 October will make you feel loved and honoured as Venus doubly rules their energy, thus quieting your rather critical personality. This will make you more open and expressive about your feelings. This relationship between Virgo and Libra is essentially a good one.

Virgo + Scorpio

Earth + Water = Mud

Earth and water are the prerequisite elements for the growth of plants. Life depends on these two things. In other words, if a seed is planted at the appropriate time the combination of elements gives rise to a harvest. This analogy can best sum up the compatibility between the earth sign of Virgo and the water sign of Scorpio. There are many born under these two signs who have come together. They have been able to either secure a fulfiling life together or have squabbled incessantly into old age. Generally there’s a good connection between these two signs, as Virgo falls in the eleventh sector of friendship and lifelong fulfilment for Scorpio, and Scorpio falls in the third sector of communication for Virgo. Two very different planets rule you and a deeper appreciation of each other’s motives will help enormously in resolving any differences you may have.

The Pluto and Mars rulership of Scorpio is dominant, wilful and challenging in a most confrontational way, whereas your more prudent mind does battle intellectually. In a permanent relationship you may feel as though Scorpio’s insensitive attitude doesn’t respect or incorporate your needs or desires. Scorpio, on the other hand, becomes irritated with, if not disdainful of your laid-back and overly rational analysis of every little issue.

If Scorpio lightens up you will feel more motivated in this relationship. Both on a practical level and in matters of intimacy, this relationship has all the hallmarks of a great combination. This is particularly so for Scorpio, as you will offer great grounding where finances and investments are concerned. This combination can work towards financial stability and a mutual support system that offers both of you prosperity, security and happiness.

In your connections with Scorpio, those born between 3 and 12 November are ideally suited to long-term love and possibly marriage, due to Jupiter’s co-rulership, which falls in your seventh sector of marriage. Be wary of those Scorpios born between 24 October and 2 November, whose Mars co-rulership is diametrically opposed to your own. You may not see eye to eye with them on many matters. Those born between 13 and 22 offer you both gains and losses intermittently, and many of your karmic lessons will be tied up in your financial relationship with them. Remember the old saying: never mix business with pleasure.

Virgo + Sagittarius

Earth + Fire = Lava

Your ruling planet is Mercury, which is primarily concerned with detail. In contrast, Jupiter, which rules Sagittarius, is predominantly preoccupied with the bigger picture of life, love and circumstances generally. Both are mutable signs and indicate a certain pliability and adaptability so, in this regard, both of you will find similarities that can work positively for the success of your relationships.

Both of you must learn to see each other’s views and not be engrossed in your own perspectives. You must learn to let go of your more detailed criticism of things and see the outcome rather than the process, whereas Sagittarius must mull over the process rather than the outcome. The fact of the matter is that the combined influence of your ruling planets is a wonderfully ennobling combination, promising you plenty of intellectual and spiritual stimulation. Virgo can enhance the professional opportunities of Sagittarius, while Sagittarius needs to work a little more on staying grounded and developing the domestic sphere—which is very much the other side of your earthy Virgo needs.

In the love stakes there is a considerable difference in style. Your shy and reserved expression doesn’t usually give way to your deeper passions. Sagittarius is an enterprising visionary and prefers to experiment with these natural urges. If you are to enjoy the more intimate side of a relationship with Sagittarius, you need to put aside your mental gymnastics and simply enjoy the moment for what it is. Sagittarius will appreciate you all the more for it.

Your relationship with those born between 23 November and 1 December is probably the best fit. Those born between 2 and 11 December are abrasive to you. This is due to the co-rulership by Aries and Mars. In fact, this could be a dangerous combination and should be approached with caution. The fiery nature of these Sagittarians could cause a nervous burnout to your delicate Virgo system. The Sun and Leo, on the other hand, co-rule Sagittarians born between 12 and 22 December and they also may not offer you everything you are looking for in a partner. Nevertheless, they do have something to bring to a relationship in the way of spiritual insight. You may meet these people while travelling or indulge your penchant for long-distance travel with them.

Virgo + Capricorn

Earth + Earth = Solid Ground

The elemental compatibility of Virgo with Capricorn is a no-brainer. You have an instantaneous rapport with Capricorn who will seem less serious and work-orientated than they might with other star signs. Though you both essentially have a thoroughly economical and pragmatic view of the world, your rulership by Mercury will draw out the more sullen Saturn-ruled Capricorn and make them feel refreshed, youthful and responsive to you. In the ancient Hindu system of astrology Mercury is called a young boy, which is possibly why Capricorns feel revitalised in your company. Mercury will bring out the more mischievous and pleasurable side of the usually cold and ambitious Capricorn. This is not to say both of you can’t work towards a material goal, but in your company Capricorn will feel more enlivened, more joyful and prepared to let go of the walls and protective mechanisms that are often a part of their conventional nature.

Though this seems to be more of a business-orientated relationship, Capricorn does fall in the fifth sector to Virgo and strongly highlights the amorous nature of this combination. Could it be that with a Capricorn you don’t feel as much of a tendency to be critical and to superimpose your concept of things? This in itself is what could bring out the more sensitive and loving aspects of Capricorn, though always against the background of a desire to provide you security and long-term comfort.

Those Capricorns born between 11 and 20 January will be ideally suited to you because the co-rulership of Mercury and Virgo for them is a perfect match. Those born between 23 December and 1 January are well suited and more financial and material objectives of the friendship may result. A sensual experience can be expected with those born between 2 and 10 January under the co-rulership of Taurus and Venus.

Virgo + Aquarius

Earth + Air = Dust

If ever a sign were going to challenge and baffle the observant Virgo, Aquarius would certainly be it. There is an unusually strange compatibility between you and this may not be immediately recognisable. Your first meetings may come about through some work or professional interaction in which Aquarius is called upon to assist you. You probably see much of yourself in the humanitarian and socially conscious Aquarian, but in a different way. The Aquarian is not as preoccupied with the nitty-gritty of things as you are, but is still very concerned with the idea of contributing to the community and the world as a whole. These noble ideas will attract your Virgo sensibilities and are a good basis for a relationship.

Aquarius needs to be mindful of tidiness and order, which is high on your list of priorities. They must accept that an orderly existence is crucial for you but they may be less concerned about these matters. Between the two of you there could be some idealistic tie-in in which you both serve each other by bringing your distinctly different skill sets together, amalgamating them for some greater cause. Just don’t superimpose any fussiness on the aloof Aquarian.

You may see in Aquarius an ideal that doesn’t fit easily into your intellectual ‘square’. This also applies to sex and intimacy. You must learn to be freer and more open in exploring what Aquarius has on offer. The best match would be with an Aquarian born between 31 January and 8 February, as they possess several similar intellectual traits to you. Aquarians born between 9 and 19 February are also well suited as partners and provide you with abundant sexual enjoyment. Those born between 21 and 30 January are probably the hardest lot for you to come to terms with. They may be better suited as work colleagues rather than as long-term romantic mates.

Virgo + Pisces

Earth + Water = Mud

The anomaly in a union between Virgo and Pisces is that both signs are opposite and usually indicate strong, marital inclinations. At the same time, you have such different approaches in terms of your personalities that it is quite surprising you would be attracted in the first place! But attracted you are and this is possibly due to the intuitive nature of Pisces, which is just what you need to bring out your less rational and emotional nature. Simultaneously, your astute intellectual manner will be well imbibed by your Pisces counterpart.

Both of you are changeable and moody in your own way, and the deeper issue here is that you are particularly motivated to understand, categorise and solve each and every problem meticulously. Pisces is happy to let the deeper spiritual forces bring answers to them. You may interpret this as a form of intellectual laziness and will even see it as ample opportunity for attack. Sensitive Pisces may not retaliate, since water signs tend to be deep and brooding and bide their time until the appropriate occasion for a response. The sharp and caustic criticism of Virgo will scar Pisces deeply and this will, in the long run, scare them off. The onus is on you, Virgo, to pull back a little and not make such heavy demands. With a tactful approach, a thriving partnership can be expected and possibly even a marriage of souls.

Your best combinations are with Pisces born between 20 and 28 February and these Pisces will offer you the most stable and continuing chances for a fulfiling relationship. Those Pisces born between 1 and 10 March also make great friends and sensitive admirers. Those born between 11 and 20 March are strong communicators, but may not be quite as open to your criticisms. In fact, a retaliatory response from those born in this period can be expected.