May Zodiac Signs

May Birthstones Astrology

The May Birthstone is the Emerald which is emblematic of love and success. The emerald used to be one of Cleopatra's favorite gems. Emerald is called the traditional birthstone of May. It has long been associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. Ancient Romans went so far as to dedicate this stone to Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Today, it is thought that emeralds signify wisdom, growth, and patience. Chrysoprase is considered the secondary birthstone for the month of May.

Month of May Zodiac Signs are Taurus(until May 20) and Gemini(May 21 onwards).
Taurus (April 20 - May 19) The Taurus has great strength in physical and mental capacities. Maybe this is why stubbornness or being a stuborn bull is often associated with this star sign. Work wise being able to teac to others is one of their strengths, at least on some level due to the fact that they are sympathetic and loving.
Taurus is compatible with: Libra, Taurus, Cancer, Capricorn, Virgo and Pisces.
Gemini (May 20 - June 20) Geminis tend to be very unpredictable. Be always ready for a surprise from them. Being creative and open can result in Geminis changing their behaviour rather frequently. People born under this star sign are very adaptable to new situations or life changes. Add to this the positive nature towards life that Gemini possess.
Gemini are compatible with: other Gemini, Leo, Libra and Aquarius.

Month of May is associated with the Lily of the valley flower. It is generally white in colour. The birth flower Lily conveys sweetness and humility. In the Victorian era, it was gifted to convey the romantic message: you have made my life complete. The other May flower is the hawthorn plant, which represents hope and supreme happiness. Hawthorne signifies that you want only the best for the recipient.
Humility, Chastity and Sweetness. Sweetly scented and rare May Birth Flower Lily also signifies a return to happiness.

12th » In North Africa, Ottoman Tunisia known as Tunisia becomes a French Protectorate of Tunisia e.g French protectorate.
21st » The American Red Cross is established by Clara Barton in Washington, D.C.

1st » Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, French-American priest, palaeontologist, and philosopher (d. 1955)
1st » John Svanberg, Swedish long-distance runner (d. 1957)
4th » Alexander Kerensky, Russian politician, 10th Prime Minister of Russia (d. 1970)
7th » George E. Wiley, American cyclist (d. 1954)
11th » Al Cabrera, Spanish-Cuban baseball player and manager (d. 1964)
11th » Jan van Gilse, Dutch composer and conductor (d. 1944)
11th » Theodore von Kármán, Hungarian-American mathematician, physicist, and engineer (d. 1963)
13th » Lima Barreto, Brazilian journalist and author (d. 1922)
13th » Joseph Forshaw (athlete) named Joe Forshaw, American runner (d. 1964)
14th » George Murray Hulbert, American politician (d. 1950)
14th » Ed Walsh, American baseball player and coach (d. 1959)
19th » Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, 1st President of Turkey (d. 1938)
30th » Georg von Küchler, German field marshal (d. 1968)