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1KabbalisticaUy, the sign Libra signifies the reins and loins of the grand celestial man, and therefore, represents the central conservatory or store house of the re-productive fluids. It is also the magnetic vortex of pro-creative strength. This constellation also represents, in its most interior aspect, the equinoctial point of the arc in the ascending and descending cycle of the life atom. Therefore, this sign contains the unification of the cosmic forces as the grand central point of equilib¬ rium of the sphere. Libra upon the esoteric planisphere, is occupied by Dan. The patriarch, in his blessing, thus refers to his celestial nature; “Dan shall judge his people as one of the tribes of Israel.” Libra represents the interior equilibrium of Nature’s forces, and con¬ tains the mystery of the divine at-one-ment of the ancient initiations. Upon the universal chart, this sign becomes Enoch, the perfect man. Its mystical gem is the diamond. As a magnetic talisman, this stone acts as a repulsive force, and combines with the magnetic sphere of those bom under its influence, to repel the emanations from foreign bodies, either of persons or things. Libra is the second emanation of the airy triplicity, and is the constellation of Venus.
2Upon the Intellectual Plane, Libra signifies external perception, balanced by intuition, the union of which becomes externalized as reason and foresight. Therefore, those dominated by this influence constitute the rationalistic school of the world’s body of thinkers. Theoretically, they are strong supporters of such conceptions as uni¬ versal brotherhood, universal equality and the rights of man. But practically, they seldom (unless it pays) reduce their pet theories to actual practice. The natives of Libra, though possessing a finely bal¬ anced mental and magnetic organism, are seldom elevated into very prominent positions. This is because they are too even, both mentally and physically, to become the popular leaders of any radical or sen¬ sational party. It is one of the attributes of Libra, to infuse a natural instinct within all bom under her influence to accept and adopt the golden mean, or, as it has been termed, “the happy medium.” Hence, they generally command respect from both sides on questions of debate. THE NATURE AND INFLUENCE OF THE TWELVE SIGNS 247
3Upon the Physical Plane, Libra generally produces, when rising at birth, a tall, slender form, of perfect proportions, brown hair, blue sparkling eyes, and a fine clear complexion. The disposition is noble, amiable, high-minded and good. It is perhaps as well to note the fact that this sign often produces dark brown and black hair, and in females, very handsome features. Of plants, this sign rules watercress, white rose, strawberry, primrose, vines, violet, heartsease, balm, lemonthyme and pansy. Of stones, Libra governs white marble, spar and all white quartz. SCORPIO ( TTJ, ) THE SCORPION The sign Scorpio, in its symbolical aspect, symbolizes death and deceit. It is the allegorical serpent of matter mentioned in Genesis as tempting Eve. Hence, the so-called fall of man from Libra, the point of equilibrium, to degradation and death by the deceit of Scorpio. No wonder the primitive mind, when elaborating this symbol, tried to express a spirit of retaliation; as Mackey says, in speaking of these ancient races, “And as an act of vengeance on your part, You placed within the sun a scorpion’s heart.” thus alluding to the brilliant star Antares.
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.
1KabbalisticaUy, the sign Libra signifies the reins and loins of the grand celestial man, and therefore, represents the central conservatory or store house of the re-productive fluids. It is also the magnetic vortex of pro-creative strength. This constellation also represents, in its most interior aspect, the equinoctial point of the arc in the ascending and descending cycle of the life atom. Therefore, this sign contains the unification of the cosmic forces as the grand central point of equilib¬ rium of the sphere. Libra upon the esoteric planisphere, is occupied by Dan. The patriarch, in his blessing, thus refers to his celestial nature; “Dan shall judge his people as one of the tribes of Israel.” Libra represents the interior equilibrium of Nature’s forces, and con¬ tains the mystery of the divine at-one-ment of the ancient initiations. Upon the universal chart, this sign becomes Enoch, the perfect man. Its mystical gem is the diamond. As a magnetic talisman, this stone acts as a repulsive force, and combines with the magnetic sphere of those bom under its influence, to repel the emanations from foreign bodies, either of persons or things. Libra is the second emanation of the airy triplicity, and is the constellation of Venus.
2Upon the Intellectual Plane, Libra signifies external perception, balanced by intuition, the union of which becomes externalized as reason and foresight. Therefore, those dominated by this influence constitute the rationalistic school of the world’s body of thinkers. Theoretically, they are strong supporters of such conceptions as uni¬ versal brotherhood, universal equality and the rights of man. But practically, they seldom (unless it pays) reduce their pet theories to actual practice. The natives of Libra, though possessing a finely bal¬ anced mental and magnetic organism, are seldom elevated into very prominent positions. This is because they are too even, both mentally and physically, to become the popular leaders of any radical or sen¬ sational party. It is one of the attributes of Libra, to infuse a natural instinct within all bom under her influence to accept and adopt the golden mean, or, as it has been termed, “the happy medium.” Hence, they generally command respect from both sides on questions of debate. THE NATURE AND INFLUENCE OF THE TWELVE SIGNS 247
3Upon the Physical Plane, Libra generally produces, when rising at birth, a tall, slender form, of perfect proportions, brown hair, blue sparkling eyes, and a fine clear complexion. The disposition is noble, amiable, high-minded and good. It is perhaps as well to note the fact that this sign often produces dark brown and black hair, and in females, very handsome features. Of plants, this sign rules watercress, white rose, strawberry, primrose, vines, violet, heartsease, balm, lemonthyme and pansy. Of stones, Libra governs white marble, spar and all white quartz. SCORPIO ( TTJ, ) THE SCORPION The sign Scorpio, in its symbolical aspect, symbolizes death and deceit. It is the allegorical serpent of matter mentioned in Genesis as tempting Eve. Hence, the so-called fall of man from Libra, the point of equilibrium, to degradation and death by the deceit of Scorpio. No wonder the primitive mind, when elaborating this symbol, tried to express a spirit of retaliation; as Mackey says, in speaking of these ancient races, “And as an act of vengeance on your part, You placed within the sun a scorpion’s heart.” thus alluding to the brilliant star Antares.
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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