Vindemiatrix at 09°56′ Libra has an orb of 2°00′

The Sun joins Vindemiatrix star on October 2

Fixed star Vindemiatrix, Epsilon Virginis, is a single star on the right arm of the Maiden, Virgo Constellation. Magnitude 2.83, spectral type G8 III, color yellow. ^[1]

The traditional name Vindemiatrix comes from Greek through the Latin ‘the grape-harvestress.’ In China, it represents 東次將 (Dōngcìjiāng), meaning The Second Eastern General. Westernized into Tsze Tseang by R.H. Allen, meaning “the Second General.”

Vindemiatrix Astrology

Fixed star Vindemiatrix has the spectral type G8, indicating the planetary nature of the Sun.

VINDEMIATRIX. ε Virginus. A bright yellow star situated on the right wing of Virgo. Its name is said to have been given because it rises in the morning just before the time of vintage. According to Ptolemy, it is of the nature of Saturn and Mercury; to Simmonite, of Saturn and Venus, which is probably a misprint; to Wilson and Pearce, of Saturn, Venus and Mercury, and to Alvidas, of Mercury and Saturn in evil aspect. It gives falsity, disgrace, stealing, and wanton folly and often causes its natives to become widows. ^[2]

VINDEMIATRIX. ε Virginus. A yellow giant star. Spectral class GO, lying at a distance of 93 light years. This star imparts to its natives impulsiveness, wanton folly, indiscretion, foolishness, scandalous actions, poverty, criticism, depression, and leadership ability. ^[3]

Vindemiatrix, Epsilon Virginis. The Woman Winegrower in the constellation of Virgo, Vindemiatirx, rises not long before the graoe-harvesting time. On the Midheaven or on the Ascendant this star with its Saturn-Mercury nature is said to help mental concentration and to promote the type of native who engages for architects and businessmen. Tied up with Mars, it results in increased power of thought, tending sometimes to sarcasm and polemics. With Mars also, a danger of injuries is indicated. Badly placed, and especially so if in conjunction with Saturn or Neptune, this star is said to cause a tendency to depressive moods, skepticism a distrustful nature. Tied up with Mercury, this star, if otherwise badly place, will lead to nervous irritability. ^[4]

Vindemiatrix is a mischief-making star that can indicate disgrace for the native (if male) or the untimely death of a husband (if female). ^[5]

In older astrology, this star ranks with Algol in having an unmitigated reputation for evil, and some even have noted the arc or aspect between the two is the much-feared 135º, the sesqui-quadrate or sesquisquare. But the underlying reason for their similar reputed lies in the connection of both names with the theme of ‘the Spirit’. The one is the name from which comes our word Alcohol, the other is the star whose rising signifies the time for harvesting the grapes, our main old source of the same. As always, much depends on how one sees events themselves as good or bad. Yes, it does frequently mark the death of someone’s partner in life, whence its appellation ‘The Widowmaker’, which of course prompts us to say: ‘It is bound to since someone dies at every minute or so of every day’. But still, the fact remains it figures strongly and regularly in deaths that are in some way dramatic, newsworthy or are resented in much more than the usual degree by those left behind (assassinations, common criminal murders, executions, airline disasters etc.). At least one unsafe airplane of World War II, known widely as ‘The Widow Maker’ made its first flight on the day that Vindemiatrix culminated, while another which had the same phenomenon at its birth but was successful, was officially named the ‘Black Widow’! Al Muredin ‘The One Sent Forth in the Faith’. This is often the missionary. This is not to say everyone with this star strong in their horoscope will go out and preach the gospel to the heathen, although many do indeed feel a strong religious calling. ^[6]

Fixed star Vindemiatrix rules the center of the right kidney. When any planet energizes this degree, especially the Moon, there is a fear within these individuals that they will lose their partner. Through their own fear, they project the loss. They are given the opportunity to work with this fear and to release it. If not released from the subconscious level, the fear they carry will materialize, and they become widowed. ^[7]

Constellation Virgo

Ptolemy makes the following observations; “The stars in the head of Virgo, and that at the top of the southern wing, operate like Mercury and somewhat like Mars: the other bright stars in the same wing, and those about the girdle, resemble Mercury in their influence, and Venus, moderately. . . Those at the points of the feet and at the bottom of the garments are like Mercury, and Mars, moderately.” By the Kabalists it is associated with the Hebrew letter Gimel and the 3rd Tarot Trump “The Empress.” ^[2]

This constellation is indicative of an abundance in harvest and a fruitfulness of agriculture in general. But when prominent in the charts of eclipses it portends events concerning kings (heads of state) and in this regard can be an ill omen indeed. ^[5]

In astrology, this constellation and Gemini were the House of Mercury. But usually, and far more appropriately, Virgo’s stars have been given over to the care of Ceres, her namesake, the long-time goddess of the harvest. For her astrological colors, Virgo assumed black speckled with blue; and was thought of as governing the abdomen in the human body, but always as an unfortunate, sterile sign. The appearance of a comet within its borders implied many grievous ills to the female portion of the population. ^[8]

Fixed Star Vindemiatrix Conjunctions

Ascendant conjunct Vindemiatrix: Good mental concentration, success in business and architecture. ^[4]

Tony Abbott 0°12′, Zoë Kravitz 0°20′, Yoko Ono 0°30′, Cat Stevens 0°37′ (and Neptune), Boris Johnson 1°38′

Midheaven conjunct Vindemiatrix: Good mental concentration, success in business and architecture. ^[4]

Ronaldinho 0°38′, Friedrich Nietzsche 1°04′, Richard Ramirez 1°15′

Descendant conjunct Vindemiatrix: Walt Whitman 0°09′, Jon Voight 1°28′.

Part of Fortune conjunct Vindemiatrix: Edgar Cayce 0°13′, Elizabeth II 0°33′, James VI and I 0°35′, Tiger Woods 1°23′

Sun conjunct Vindemiatrix: Worry, depression, unpopular, failure in business, harassed by creditors. ^[2]

Preferment in all matters dealing with the public. The native is subject to becoming a ‘worrier’, perhaps at times feeling depressed; a fear of not being popular or accepted. These natives can become quite clever, able to exaggerate without it appearing as an exaggeration. They will tend to make unwise and even untruthful statements, perhaps not realizing they are unwise or untruthful. There can be success after much effort. These natives have what might be called a ‘regal bearing.’ They develop an inner pride in their accomplishments: In general, they have an obsession to get ahead and an inner drive for recognition. Some such natives are subject to harassment. These natives have a fear of poverty or failure. These fears are groundless unless the native self-destructs. ^[3]

Jimmy Carter 0°49′, Gwen Stefani 0°57′, Ilhan Omar 1°36′.

Moon conjunct Vindemiatrix: Worry, many disappointments, loss through law or writings and theft, bad health, failure in business. ^[2]

The native overcomes many disappointments, some may be of major proportions. The native is of a worrisome nature, they subject themselves to being criticized, warranted or not. Impulsiveness, wanton folly and indiscretion are a possibility with this conjunction. They are subject to legal losses, failures unless precautions have been taken. Preferment in legal and all matters dealing with the public. ^[3]

When any planet energizes this degree, especially the Moon, there is a fear within these individuals that they will lose their partner. Through their own fear, they project the loss. They are given the opportunity to work with this fear and to release it. If not released from the subconscious level, the fear they carry will materialize and they become widowed. ^[7]

Walt Disney 0°35′, Sid Vicious 0°55′, Nicole Brown Simpson 1°05′ (and N.Node), Agatha Christie 1°29′, Billy Joel 1°39′.

Mercury conjunct Vindemiatrix: Impulsive, too hasty, loss through writings and business. ^[2]

The native is subject to family or business problems. These natives should enjoy the fine art of expression, be an able speaker. More negative nativities are subject to criticism and can suffer through legal actions. Impulsiveness can create problems, losses, even violence or accidents. ^[3]

Nervous irritability if badly aspected. ^[4]

Benjamin Netanyahu 0°21′, Elizabeth I 1°06′.

Venus conjunct Vindemiatrix: Trouble through love affairs, loss of friends, danger of scandal. ^[2]

These natives can develop their artistic nature; there is the possibility of romantic or domestic problems. The native must exercise caution not to get involved in scandalous affairs; not be impulsive, or act unwisely that could create lasting problems. ^[3]

Louis XVI 0°26′.

Mars conjunct Vindemiatrix: Rash, headstrong, indiscreet, energetic, trouble through law, business and friends. ^[2]

The native is energetic, pushy but not exactly a dynamo of energy. They can become popular and just as easily lose their popularity, generally without justification. Some such natives have or develop a tendency to be headstrong, even indiscreet. Friends and/or associates can create problems. ^[3]

Increased power of thought, tending sometimes to sarcasm and polemics, a danger of injuries. ^[4]

(No orb): This is a difficult placement. These natives have a difficult time balancing the fluids in the body purifying the kidneys. There is a drying effect in the internal workings of the body depleting the kidneys of their elasticity. There is increased stimulation of energy at this point; a burning type of energy through the kidneys that generally affects the right kidney, drying out the fluids that purify that area. The kidneys, therefore, cannot function properly, resulting in stagnation. These individuals need to drink ¼ cup of water containing a teaspoon of olive oil daily to lubricate the area to eliminate the drying process and stop infections. Olive oil is a lubricant that does not clog the system and is helpful to many areas of the body. ^[7]

Prince William 0°29′, Margaret Thatcher 0°33′, April Ashley 0°42′, Bill Gates 0°46′, David Duke 0°52′, Whitney Houston 0°55′

Jupiter conjunct Vindemiatrix: Trouble through law or Church, much criticism, many journeys. ^[2]

With a well aspected Jupiter, the native can enjoy public preferment in matters dealing with the public. There is the danger of legal entanglement and possibly scandalous actions that could affect the native. ^[3]

Judy Garland 0°08′, Pierre Cardin 1°07′, Marie Antoinette 1°12′, Miley Cyrus 1°16′

Saturn conjunct Vindemiatrix: Cautious, thoughtful, reserved materialistic, hypocritical in religion, loss through speculation, success in business, secret difficulty with a marriage partner. ^[2]

A tendency to depressive moods, skepticism, a distrustful nature, especially if badly aspected. ^[4]

(No orb): This planet causes tiny nerve damage within the kidneys, restricting the blood vessels that keep the kidneys healthy. Without adequate blood flow, the kidneys cannot function properly. When this occurs, these individuals usually have the kidney removed. These persons should keep a warm pack on the back at the kidneys to keep the blood vessels open. Natural papaya juice would be an excellent remedy, as well as raspberry tea. These measures must be done daily to take care of this weakened area. This will eliminate much of the discomfort and will keep this organ from breaking down completely. ^[7]

Allan Kardec 0°04′, Beyoncé 0°37′

Uranus conjunct Vindemiatrix: Deformity or disease of spine or back about which native is sensitive and seeks seclusion especially if female, the danger of heart trouble, bad for marriage, death through an accident. ^[2]

Julian Assange 0°00′, Mark Wahlberg 0°03′, Elon Musk 0°04′

Neptune conjunct Vindemiatrix: Active, critical, mind hovers between spiritual and material things, loss through speculation and Mercurial matters, mechanical and inventive ability, temporary domestic separations, death of or separation from a child, death through an accident or Saturnian disease. ^[2]

A tendency to depressive moods, skepticism a distrustful nature, especially if badly aspected. ^[4]

James Woods 0°16′, Nicholas Culpeper 0°37′, Arnold Schwarzenegger 0°45′, Stephen King 0°50′, Susan Miller 0°51′, Steve Forbes 0°57′, Queen Camilla 0°58′, Ted Bundy 0°58′, O. J. Simpson 1°04′, Gianni Versace 1°08′, Salman Rushdie 1°10′, Cat Stevens 1°14′ (and AC), Steven Spielberg 1°26′, Uri Geller 1°27′, Liza Minnelli 1°30′, David Bowie 1°36′

Pluto conjunct Vindemiatrix: Sarah Paulson 0°30′, Alexei Navalny 0°38′, Drew Barrymore 0°49′, Leonardo DiCaprio 1°22′

North Node conjunct Vindemiatrix: Volodymyr Zelenskyy 0°22′, Zendaya 0°25′, Bruce Lee 0°32′, Nicole Brown Simpson 1°21′ (and Moon), Emmanuel Macron 1°29′

South Node conjunct Vindemiatrix: Will Smith 0°14′, Bernadette Brady 0°46′, Novak Djokovic 0°47′, Rudolf Hess 1°29′, Barbara Hutton 1°30′.

References

1. Vindemiatrix (Epsilon Virginis) – Star Facts.
2. Fixed Stars and Constellations in Astrology, Vivian E. Robson, 1923, p.214 -216.
3. The Power of the Fixed Stars, Joseph E. Rigor, 1979, p.139-140.
4. Fixed Stars and Their Interpretation, Elsbeth Ebertin, 1928, p.53-55.
5. Fixed Stars and Judicial Astrology, George Noonan, 1990, p.45.
6. The Living Stars, Dr. Eric Morse, p.70-72.
7. The Fixed Star Health and Behavior Imbalance, Ted George and Barbara Parker, 1985, p.78-79.
8. Star Names Their Lore and Meaning, Richard Hinckley Allen, 1963, Virgo.

• All fixed star positions are for the year 2000. Add one degree per 72 years to correct for precession.