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1Kabbalistically, this sign Taurus represents the ears, neck and throat of the grand old man of the skies, hence, this sign is the silent, patient, listening principle of humanity; also, it is the governor of the lymphatic system of the organism. Taurus, on the esoteric plani¬ sphere, is occupied by Issachar, which means hireling or servant. The patriarch, in his paternal blessing to Issachar, refers to the obedient, laborious nature of this sign, as follows: “Issachar is a strong ass, crouching down between two burdens.” This is pre-eminently the earthly Taurine nature, as the ass and the ox are equally remarkable for their endurance as beasts of burden. The Kabbalistical gem of this sign is the agate, and therefore, this stone constitutes a natural talisman for those born with Taurus on their ascendant. Taurus is the highest emanation of the earthly trigon, and is the constellation of the planet Venus. THE NATURE AND INFLUENCE OF THE TWELVE SIGNS 241 Upon the Intellectual Plane, Taurus signifies the quickening, germinating powers of silent thought and represents that which is pleasant and good, consequently, those dominated by this influx are able to choose and assimilate that which is good. They are slow to form opinions, are careful, plodding and self-reliant, and patiently await the realization of results. The chief mental characteristics are industry and application.
2Upon the Physical Plane, Taurus gives a middle stature with strong, well-knit body, and short, thick, bull-like neck, broad fore¬ head and dark hair, a dull complexion and rather large mouth. In disposition, the natives of the earthly trigon are sullen and reserved. They make firm friends, and unrelenting foes. Slow to anger, they are, like the bull, violent and furious when aroused. Of plants, this sign rules beets, plantain, colts-foot, columbine, daisies, dandelions, gourds, myrtle, flax, larkspur, lilies, moss and spinach. Of stones, Taurus governs white coral, alabaster, and all common white stones that are opaque. GEMINI ( X ) THE TWINS The sign Gemini, in its Symbolical aspect, symbolizes unity, and the strength of united action, also the truths of matehood. The two bright stars, Castor and Pollux, represent the twin souls. The Greek myth of Castor and Pollux avenging the rape of Helen, is only a repe¬ tition of the biblical story of Simeon and Levi slaughtering the men of Shechem for the outrage committed upon their sister Dinah by the son of Hamor.
3Kabbalistically, the sign Gemini represents the hands and arms of the grand man of the universe, and therefore, expresses the projecting and executive forces of humanity in all mechanical depart¬ ments. Upon the esoteric planisphere, the sign is occupied by Simeon and Levi. “They are brethren,” says Jacob, “and instruments of cruelty are in their habitations,”—which refers in a very unmistakable manner to the fearfully potent powers of projection that lie concealed within the magnetic constitution of all those who are dominated by this sign. The mystical symbol of the twins conceals the doctrine of soul-mates and other important truths connected therewith. The mystical gem of this sign is the beryl, which means crystal, and con¬ sequently forms the talismanic stone for those born under the in¬ fluence of this potential sign. Gemini is the first and highest emanazed jy Google 242 THE LIGHT OF EGYPT tion of the airy trigon, and is the constellation of the planet Mercury.
The source text as printed, transcribed diplomatically. Where the source language uses a non-Latin script that reaches us only through a Victorian romanisation, this layer is labelled transliteration, because that is what we hold.
1Kabbalistically, this sign Taurus represents the ears, neck and throat of the grand old man of the skies, hence, this sign is the silent, patient, listening principle of humanity; also, it is the governor of the lymphatic system of the organism. Taurus, on the esoteric plani¬ sphere, is occupied by Issachar, which means hireling or servant. The patriarch, in his paternal blessing to Issachar, refers to the obedient, laborious nature of this sign, as follows: “Issachar is a strong ass, crouching down between two burdens.” This is pre-eminently the earthly Taurine nature, as the ass and the ox are equally remarkable for their endurance as beasts of burden. The Kabbalistical gem of this sign is the agate, and therefore, this stone constitutes a natural talisman for those born with Taurus on their ascendant. Taurus is the highest emanation of the earthly trigon, and is the constellation of the planet Venus. THE NATURE AND INFLUENCE OF THE TWELVE SIGNS 241 Upon the Intellectual Plane, Taurus signifies the quickening, germinating powers of silent thought and represents that which is pleasant and good, consequently, those dominated by this influx are able to choose and assimilate that which is good. They are slow to form opinions, are careful, plodding and self-reliant, and patiently await the realization of results. The chief mental characteristics are industry and application.
2Upon the Physical Plane, Taurus gives a middle stature with strong, well-knit body, and short, thick, bull-like neck, broad fore¬ head and dark hair, a dull complexion and rather large mouth. In disposition, the natives of the earthly trigon are sullen and reserved. They make firm friends, and unrelenting foes. Slow to anger, they are, like the bull, violent and furious when aroused. Of plants, this sign rules beets, plantain, colts-foot, columbine, daisies, dandelions, gourds, myrtle, flax, larkspur, lilies, moss and spinach. Of stones, Taurus governs white coral, alabaster, and all common white stones that are opaque. GEMINI ( X ) THE TWINS The sign Gemini, in its Symbolical aspect, symbolizes unity, and the strength of united action, also the truths of matehood. The two bright stars, Castor and Pollux, represent the twin souls. The Greek myth of Castor and Pollux avenging the rape of Helen, is only a repe¬ tition of the biblical story of Simeon and Levi slaughtering the men of Shechem for the outrage committed upon their sister Dinah by the son of Hamor.
3Kabbalistically, the sign Gemini represents the hands and arms of the grand man of the universe, and therefore, expresses the projecting and executive forces of humanity in all mechanical depart¬ ments. Upon the esoteric planisphere, the sign is occupied by Simeon and Levi. “They are brethren,” says Jacob, “and instruments of cruelty are in their habitations,”—which refers in a very unmistakable manner to the fearfully potent powers of projection that lie concealed within the magnetic constitution of all those who are dominated by this sign. The mystical symbol of the twins conceals the doctrine of soul-mates and other important truths connected therewith. The mystical gem of this sign is the beryl, which means crystal, and con¬ sequently forms the talismanic stone for those born under the in¬ fluence of this potential sign. Gemini is the first and highest emanazed jy Google 242 THE LIGHT OF EGYPT tion of the airy trigon, and is the constellation of the planet Mercury.
The source text as printed, transcribed diplomatically. Where the source language uses a non-Latin script that reaches us only through a Victorian romanisation, this layer is labelled transliteration, because that is what we hold.
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