6. Virgo: The Maiden
Virgo, the second-largest constellation, is linked to agriculture and fertility, often depicted as a woman holding a sheaf of wheat. (en.wikipedia.org) Virgil and Ptolemy both referenced Virgo, solidifying its importance in star catalogs. Its brightest star, Spica, helped ancient farmers mark seasons. (en.wikipedia.org) NASA’s Chandra Observatory offers more insights: chandra.harvard.edu/photo/constellations/virgo.html