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1Upon the Physical Plane, Capricorn generally gives a medium stature, slender, often ill proportioned; plain looking, energetic in their own interests, and indolent in the employ of others. Frequently these natives have a long sharp chin and slender nose, with small piercing eyes. They are almost always narrow chested. In disposition, they are crafty, subtle, reserved and often melancholy. At the same time, natives of Saturn are often miserly. Of plants, this sign rules hemlock, henbane, deadly nightshade and black poppy. Of stones, Capricorn governs coal and all black or ash colored minerals. AQUARIUS ( ) THE WATER-BEARER This sign symbolizes judgment. This constellation forms the starry original of the urn of Minos, from which flow wrath and condemna¬ tion or blessings and reward, according to the works done in the body, irrespective of theological faith. The earlier baptismal urns of the primitive Christians, and the elaborate stone fonts of the later churches, are relics of this great astral religion. THE NATURE AND INFLUENCE OF THE TWELVE SIGNS 251
2Kabbalistically, the sign Aquarius signifies the legs of the grand archetypal man, and therefore, represents the locomotive functions of the human organism. It is the natural emblem of the changeable, movable and migratory forces of the body. The Water-bearer, upon the esoteric planisphere, is occupied by Reuben. “The excellency of dignity and the excellency of power,” says Jacob, “unstable as water thou shalt not excel.” A simple but magnificent astrological descrip¬ tion of this sign, which, from time immemorial, has been symbolized by two wavy lines (£?), like the ripples of running water. This sign signifies consecration, and not only contains the rites and mysteries of consecration, but will reveal to the student the potency of all sacred and dedicated works. The mystical gem of this sign is the sky blue sapphire (not the dark or opaque sapphire). Aquarius is the lowest emanation of the airy trigon, and the constellation of Uranus. Upon the Intellectual Plane, Aquarius represents popular science, and consequently, the truth of material phenomena. Those domi¬ nated by its influx constitute the school of inductive philosophy; the grand basis of all exoteric science. They represent the intellectual and scientific spirit of their age and generation; and cannot advance one step beyond those classes of facts which are demonstrable to the senses. Elegant in form, they are brilliant in intellect.
3Upon the Physical Plane, Aquarius gives a medium stature, plump, well-set and robust; good, clear, sanguine complexion; sandy or dark flaxen hair; very prepossessing appearance; disposition ele¬ gant, amiable, good natured, witty and very artistic; fond of refined society. Of plants, this sign rules spikenard, frankincense and myrrh. Of stones, Aquarius governs black pearl and obsidian. Pisces ( X ) the Fishes This sign symbolizes the flood; chiefly because, when Sol passes through this sign the rainy season commences; clearing away the snows of winter, the melting torrents of which flood the valleys and lowlands. This sign is also the terminus of Apollo’s journey through the twelve signs. “Near their loved waves cold Pisces keep their seat, With Aries join, and make the round complete.” Kabbalistically, the sign Pisces signifies the feet of the grand cosmic man; and therefore, represents the basis or foundation of all zed y Google 252 THE LIGHT OF EGYPT
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.
1Upon the Physical Plane, Capricorn generally gives a medium stature, slender, often ill proportioned; plain looking, energetic in their own interests, and indolent in the employ of others. Frequently these natives have a long sharp chin and slender nose, with small piercing eyes. They are almost always narrow chested. In disposition, they are crafty, subtle, reserved and often melancholy. At the same time, natives of Saturn are often miserly. Of plants, this sign rules hemlock, henbane, deadly nightshade and black poppy. Of stones, Capricorn governs coal and all black or ash colored minerals. AQUARIUS ( ) THE WATER-BEARER This sign symbolizes judgment. This constellation forms the starry original of the urn of Minos, from which flow wrath and condemna¬ tion or blessings and reward, according to the works done in the body, irrespective of theological faith. The earlier baptismal urns of the primitive Christians, and the elaborate stone fonts of the later churches, are relics of this great astral religion. THE NATURE AND INFLUENCE OF THE TWELVE SIGNS 251
2Kabbalistically, the sign Aquarius signifies the legs of the grand archetypal man, and therefore, represents the locomotive functions of the human organism. It is the natural emblem of the changeable, movable and migratory forces of the body. The Water-bearer, upon the esoteric planisphere, is occupied by Reuben. “The excellency of dignity and the excellency of power,” says Jacob, “unstable as water thou shalt not excel.” A simple but magnificent astrological descrip¬ tion of this sign, which, from time immemorial, has been symbolized by two wavy lines (£?), like the ripples of running water. This sign signifies consecration, and not only contains the rites and mysteries of consecration, but will reveal to the student the potency of all sacred and dedicated works. The mystical gem of this sign is the sky blue sapphire (not the dark or opaque sapphire). Aquarius is the lowest emanation of the airy trigon, and the constellation of Uranus. Upon the Intellectual Plane, Aquarius represents popular science, and consequently, the truth of material phenomena. Those domi¬ nated by its influx constitute the school of inductive philosophy; the grand basis of all exoteric science. They represent the intellectual and scientific spirit of their age and generation; and cannot advance one step beyond those classes of facts which are demonstrable to the senses. Elegant in form, they are brilliant in intellect.
3Upon the Physical Plane, Aquarius gives a medium stature, plump, well-set and robust; good, clear, sanguine complexion; sandy or dark flaxen hair; very prepossessing appearance; disposition ele¬ gant, amiable, good natured, witty and very artistic; fond of refined society. Of plants, this sign rules spikenard, frankincense and myrrh. Of stones, Aquarius governs black pearl and obsidian. Pisces ( X ) the Fishes This sign symbolizes the flood; chiefly because, when Sol passes through this sign the rainy season commences; clearing away the snows of winter, the melting torrents of which flood the valleys and lowlands. This sign is also the terminus of Apollo’s journey through the twelve signs. “Near their loved waves cold Pisces keep their seat, With Aries join, and make the round complete.” Kabbalistically, the sign Pisces signifies the feet of the grand cosmic man; and therefore, represents the basis or foundation of all zed y Google 252 THE LIGHT OF EGYPT
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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