The Sun is in Libra from approximately September 23rd to October
24th and represents the period of the autumnal equinox. Harvest
and summer have given fruit and heat, respectively. Now the trees
and bushes gradually become bare of their leaves as autumn advances.
The land will soon have an opportunity to enrich itself by the
falling foliage and to rest during the sleep of winter. Man turns
his attention to self-cultivation as the days grow shorter and
the temperature decreases. He will have a chance to balance himself
by devoting time to his interior development.
Libra stands for equality and reveals the human struggle with
polarity and dualism. On one scale he is striving toward the bliss
of a conscious reunion with Divinity. On the other he is working
for mastery and power in the earthly sphere of personal desire.
The essence of Libra will teach man how to balance these two urges
within himself in conformity with the conditions of his earthly
situation. Libra has rulership over the kidneys, bladder, and
urinary tract, as well as the diaphragm, the muscular partition
that separates the chest cavity from the abdomen. In the balance
glyph we see that the lower line represents the waist while the
upper line designates the convex diaphragm.
Libra is a cardinal turning point in the evolutionary process
with the birth of cooperative relationships. This is the union
or marriage sign of the zodiac and the ego can no longer function
in a merely me-consciousness mode. It has to develop the capacity
for we-consciousness. The Ego now has to balance the world of
appearances, the personality, with the world of inner reality,
the soul. Venus is the ruler of this sign, for only through love
can true union be attained.
The development of relationships is the most important attainment
for the Librans. They have a great desire to be liked by everyone
and will not take a resolute stand on an issue, even when they
know it to be right. "Peace at any price," is their
motto. Librans are diplomats for they are friendly, outgoing,
and interested in living life to the fullest. In group associations
they shine because they are tactful and conscientious, have a
strong sense of justice. and the will to do good. Typically, they
best express their nature in the legal profession, public relations,
the performing arts, music, and business or or other forms of
partnerships.
Those born under this sign are intellectual and actively seek
knowledge, new ideas, and mental stimulation. They are adept at
analyzing what is occurring in the society around them. All matters
pertaining to psychology and human relationships are of deep interest
to them. For this reason they make good counselors and often seek
to help people with their personal problems. They frequently play
the role of peacemaker.
Librans have learned to be neither king nor servant. They are
naturally disposed to democratic systems and prefer enterprises
involving cooperative effort. If Libras learn to polarize themselves
they will be completely fulfilled and capable of serving their
highest purpose as a focusing point through which the divine rays
of peace and harmony are expressed so that all mankind can be
united in love.
The Sun is in Scorpio from around October 24th to November 23rd.
Scorpio represents the power of regeneration. During its phase
of influence the leaves die and wither, but only to enrich soil
as compost that nourishes fields and forests. Deciduous trees
will produce healthy leaves the following year based in part
on the "death" of the previous years' leaves. Many animals
seem to disappear from the forests at this time, but only to preserve
the strength they will need to raise their young come spring.
While the land also goes through a kind of hibernation, this rest
enables it to be more receptive and to provide a fertile medium
to coax new life from the seeds which are planted in its depths.
At this time man must internalize his energies. Scorpio encourages
balancing the outer life by cultivating one's inner being.
Scorpio is a sign veiled in mystery. Concealed within its nature
are the great secrets of sex, death, and rebirth. The glyph depicts
the coils of the serpent with its poisonous fangs ready to strike
an adversary.
Scorpio is the only sign composed of three symbols, indicative
of the tests that embrace the threefold personality. Mental, emotional
and physical levels are all involved. The Scorpion is the symbol
for the lowest manifestation of this sign. Like the martyr, it
may as likely inflict death on itself as use its venom on another.
A second symbol for Scorpio is the Eagle, symbol of the bird that
can fly closer to the Sun (Spirit) than any other. The third symbol
is the Phoenix, the mythical bird capable of resurrecting itself
from the ashes of its former body. Wherever Scorpio is found in
the birthchart is where transfiguration and resurrection must
take place.
Scorpio natives are secretive and not easily known. Much lies
hidden beneath their often implacable surface. They command respect
from acquaintances due to their strong, quiet exterior. They are
usually very creative and resourceful. They have a great need
to guard against sarcasm for the Scorpio's tongue can be deadly
if used vindictively. They are apt to run into difficulties with
co-workers and employees because of a supercritical nature and
the tendency to pass sharp judgment on others. Scorpios would
rather be loners than involved in partnerships. Scorpios possess
power, will, and intense desires and emotions. Their life is likely
to be a constant struggle to conquer desire through the creative
use of the will. No sign can be so potent for good or evil as
Scorpio.
Scorpio is the sex sign of the zodiac and its natives may have
strong passions that need regenerating. There is a tremendous
pride in this sign that will not allow any emotion to show outwardly.
"Don't judge a book by its cover" is truer of Scorpios
than any other sign. When they have risen above personality reactions
their tremendous strength and power enables them to be potent
healers and to confer blessing. Their goals are reached by service,
purity, compassion and humility. When they serve others and forget
themselves they are truly dynamic and majestic. Their regeneration
lies in learning to be cooperative and outgoing toward others.
The Sun is in Sagittarius from approximately November 23rd to
December 22nd. Sagittarius is the last sign to complete its passage
before the beginning of the new year. It is a period of long nights
and short days. Sagittarius is rich in promises for soon the winter
solstice will come and the days will gradually grow longer and
humans will become more active. This is, therefore, a time of
preparation for the celebrations which the solstice will bring.
It is a social period during which families gather together in
order to enjoy the bounty which has been collected during the
growing seasons. This is the month of Thanksgiving. Religion now
takes on a more prominent position in everyday life as man reflects
upon his past blessings. This is a time of contemplation, a time
for taking vows and making resolutions.
The Sagittarian is represented by the immortal Centaur. Individuals
born under its rays are endowed with the higher mental and creative
attributes as well as the physical power, embodied in the horse,
to project and establish their ideas. The arrow glyph illustrates
that while Sagittarians often aim their sights on divine targets,
their high aspirations may be destabilized by a misdirected enthusiasm,
boisterous animal spirits, resulting in an active battle between
constructive and destructive forces. On the physical plane Sagittarius
rules the haunches, loins, thighs, and the upper legs.
Sagittarians are born under the sign of honesty and straightforwardness,
represented by the arrow that flies swiftly to its goal. They
deeply love liberty and freedom. They are energetic and naturally
outgoing, achieving their goals through the power of positive
thinking. Since the beneficent Jupiter rules and preserves Sagittarians,
help always appears when they need it, even if only at the last
minute.
Sagittarians are naturally serious thinkers concerned with the
well-being of society as a whole, as well as with their own lives.
They place spiritual law and the ethics to which they subscribe
above personality. They are honest, just, and generous because
of their concern for the approval and harmony of the society in
which they live. They may tend to be narrow-minded and bigoted
if the social standards they espouse are limited.
Sagttarians do not have a subtle approach to life. They often
jump to conclusions without taking all factors into consideration.
They are direct and unambiguous, so if one associates with Sagittarians,
he had best be wearing a thick skin because he will hear what
at least purports to be the undiluted truth.
Sagittarians naturally expand into previously undreamed-of realms
because they have a lofty desire to know, to experience, to spread
their wings and soar in search of excitement, knowledge, and
adventure. They travel far and fast, both geographically and
mentally. They like people to acknowledge their qualities and
work, and they enlarge their egos through creativity.
Sagittarians may try to avoid personal responsibilities and would
rather have several uncommitted relationships than one which would
exact any limitations on their freedom. Sagittarius is the bachelor's
sign.
— Barbara Joiner
— Rays from the Rose Cross Magazine, November/December, 1995
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