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Overview: In Greek mythology, Vesta was the daughter of Chronos and Rhea. She was their firstborn and also the last titan to be reborn. Zeus, also one of Chronos and Rhea’s children, freed the rest of his siblings from Chronos’ stomach. The children of Chronos and Rhea were Zeus, Hades, Poseidon, Hestia (also known as Vesta), Demeter, and Hera. Zeus freed his siblings, and Vesta was the last one to be reborn. ⟢

Vesta was worshipped by many and was regarded as the public hearth, as she contained the secret flame. This flame symbolized the unity of the family and the people, and many ceremonies were created in her name. She was acknowledged as the goddess of the eternal flame, which she protected. Vesta also refused to marry potential suitors. ⟢

In Rome, a temple was built that contained the eternal flame at its center, and the priestesses of Vesta were responsible for protecting it. There were six priestesses in total. A controversial aspect is that these priestesses were chosen at a very young age, around six years old. They vowed to chastity and celibacy, serving for 30 years. Although many questions remain about this practice, it was the priestesses who performed their duties of devotion and purity. ⟢

However, they were punished severely if the flame ever went out or if they broke their celibacy vows. Despite these harsh penalties, the priestesses had special privileges across the city. Festivals were celebrated in their honor, and statues were built in their image. ⟢

**What insights does the mythology of Vesta offer regarding the role of this asteroid in our natal charts?**

Well, if we consider how loyal the priestesses were to the eternal flame when looking at the birth chart, Vesta can indicate how focused, determined, dedicated, and devoted we are to achieving our goals. Think about how focused you are. Are you someone who is always committed to a goal or task, or do you find it challenging to keep going? Do you get easily distracted? What are you like when working under pressure? Can you show great discipline? Then again, perhaps your focus is narrow, rigid, or unclear. Maybe you’re someone who needs breaks often, such as a coffee break or a light walk. Maybe you listen to music as a way to help you get in the zone. ⟢

Vesta represented the home, family, and people's spiritual focus, suggesting that it can point toward the flame within ourselves. ⟢

Vesta in Aries: Your eternal flame represents your desire to move freely and independently. You’ll protect your personal accomplishments and be your own source of inspiration. You can actively focus on your goals, and you’re driven and self-assertive; however, you can alienate yourself when you’re so hellbent on your own goals without considering other people. It can be challenging to maintain relationships when this happens, so you might be self-contained when it comes to your personal goals and activities. Still, you’re self-reliable and unafraid to accept a challenge. When it comes to your sexual expression, you know what you like, and you’re willing to go out and get it. Retaining your identity in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Taurus: Your eternal flame represents your desire to feel anchored, stable, and secure. You’ll protect your belongings and your comforts, and anybody taking your stuff is a big “no-no.” You can focus steadily on your goals, and you’re very persistent and quite patient. However, you can alienate yourself when you’re inflexible, possessive, and stubborn. You can tend to have this “mine” attitude, making it difficult to make any compromises within relationships when this happens. You might be self-contained when it comes to your personal values and talents. Still, you’re determined and have incredible staying power. When it comes to your sexual expression, you can be earthy, grounded, and sensual. Doing what comes naturally to you in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Gemini: Your eternal flame represents your desire to be curious and convey information. You’ll protect your ideas and your intellectual activities, and you can become skilled at communicating and networking. You can be adaptable when focusing on your goals, and you’re typically willing to try out new methods and styles. However, you can alienate yourself when you rationalize things too much or stray away from the original point, message, or goal. Trying to have a conversation with you when these things happen can be challenging, and you might be self-contained when it comes to your educational interests and speech. Still, you’re inventive and willing to learn along the way, and when it comes to your sexual expression, you are communicative. Mental stimulation in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Cancer: Your eternal flame represents your desire to nurture those you love and care about. You can be sympathetic, and you’ll protect your home and typically like to feel needed. You can be tenacious when focusing on your goals, displaying a great deal of inner strength that keeps you going. However, you can alienate yourself whenever you feel others are being too harsh or insensitive toward your needs. You might withdraw and feel upset with others when this happens. Trying to help you feel more at ease can be challenging in these situations. You might be self-contained when it comes to your emotional security and caregiving. Still, you’re motherly, highly protective, and caring, and when it comes to your sexual expression, you’re sensitive and emotional. Having your needs met in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Leo: Your eternal flame represents your desire to express yourself and be seen. You’ll protect your creations, including your children, your individuality, and your ego. You like being noticed for the love you give, and you’ll also protect your joy. You are usually dignified when focusing on your goals, taking pride in your work and your output. However, you can alienate yourself whenever you are too prideful or childish or when you refuse input from others. It can be challenging for others to feel seen within your relationships if this happens. You might also be self-contained when it comes to your vitality and generosity; still, you’re a leader who knows how to direct your own life. Nonetheless, when it comes to your sexual expression, you’re usually enthusiastic and fun-loving. You like to be admired, and keeping the romance alive in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Virgo: Your eternal flame represents your desire to be of service and to improve your performance and life. You’ll protect the things that you’re working on, such as your craft and your services. You usually won’t rest until you live up to the expectations you set for yourself. You’re dedicated to your mission and dutiful when focusing on your goals. There’s also a need to create order and to serve others; however, you can alienate yourself when you are too consumed by work and too critical of yourself and others. Relationships can be challenging when this happens, and you might be self-contained when it comes to your efficiency and planning. Still, you’re a natural healer who pays attention to details, and when it comes to your sexual expression, you are hygienic and very particular. Serving your partner or lover in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Libra: Your eternal flame represents your desire to cooperate and work with others. You’ll protect the give-and-take dynamic within your relationships and partnerships, and you’ll want to create bonds based on mutuality. You can be tactful when focusing on your goals, weighing out your options, and considering them carefully. You also prefer to work with others rather than alone. However, you can alienate yourself whenever you compare yourself too much to others or when you sit on the fence for too long; having a harmonious relationship with you can be challenging when this happens. You might be self-contained when it comes to your taste and your charm, but you’re an intelligent diplomat who can find the balance between you and others quite well. When it comes to your sexual expression, you are refined and sincere. Healthy exchanges in the bedroom are important. ⟢

Vesta in Scorpio: Your eternal flame represents your desire to have deep and meaningful bonds. It signifies your desire for truth, and you’ll protect your sexuality and emotions, following your strong hunches and intuition. You can be devoted and driven when focusing on your goals, and you are always willing to investigate and look beneath the surface. You have great concentration; however, you can alienate yourself whenever you take things to the extreme or when you fear vulnerability. You can be suspicious and lack trust, and establishing relationships or being intimate can be challenging when this happens. You might be self-contained when it comes to your commitments and your power. Still, you’re a profound healer who is incredibly resilient, and when it comes to your sexual expression, you are passionate and dominant. However, an air of mystery in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Sagittarius: Your eternal flame represents your desire to expand and seek more knowledge. You’ll protect your beliefs and future aspirations, and you’ll want to believe in your missions. You aim to be a protector of truth and honesty. You can be open-minded when focusing on your goals, and you feel uplifted when you can see the possibilities. However, you can alienate yourself when you are too fanatical or when you gamble with life without thinking about the consequences. Maintaining relationships can be challenging if or when that happens. You might be self-contained when it comes to your faith or teaching. Still, you are an enthusiastic explorer who never stops learning. When it comes to your sexual expression, you are generous and frank. Keeping a sense of adventure in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Capricorn: Your eternal flame represents your desire to achieve and discipline yourself. You’ll protect your accomplishments and your status, and you’ll most likely want to play by the rules. You are willing to sacrifice yourself for security and professional reasons. You can be dedicated when focusing on your goals, and you feel that obtaining them is your responsibility. However, you can alienate yourself when you are overly rigid with your time and when you try too hard to control your environment. Letting loose in your relationship can be difficult when this happens. You might be self-contained when it comes to your obligations and organization. Still, you show strength and integrity in whatever you do, and when it comes to your sexual expression, you are practical and purposeful. Commitment in the bedroom is important. ⟢

Vesta in Aquarius: Your eternal flame represents your desire to create change and maintain your personal freedom, emphasizing your independence and individuality. You’ll protect your goals and hopes for the future, and you typically work well within groups. You also want your uniqueness to be respected, and you can be inventive while focusing on your goals. You’ll explore new theories, ideas, and concepts. However, you can alienate yourself when you are highly opinionated, stubborn, or rebel against authority figures who want to help. Having cooperative relationships can be challenging when this happens, and you might be self-contained when it comes to your humanitarian efforts. Still, you’re a major team player in any group you join, and you have a mind of your own, thinking for yourself. When it comes to your sexual expression, you’re intriguing and innovative. Keeping that element of surprise alive in the bedroom is important. ⟢