SATURN  

With Saturn we reach the limits of the solar system proper, and Saturn has traditionally been associated with limitation, frustration and delays. These, however, are all by-products of Saturn's concern for the rightness of things, for seeing that all is in order according to cosmic laws and truth. Under Saturn, it is better to be delayed and right than early and misguided.  

As it follows the sphere of Jupiter's social participation, Saturn's is the realm of social responsibility. It represents the process of maturation according to which individuals participate in society not only by receiving the benefits thereof, but by contributing practically and substantially to the life of the community.  

This requires the performance of necessary, relevant work, no matter how mundane or routine it may seem. Saturn thus represents the process of finding our place in society and fulfilling our responsibilities there. This requires self-discipline and a realistic sense of givens, limitations and, above all, priorities.  

Saturn represents the necessity and capacity to tie up loose ends, to be logical and forthright. When we deal with Saturn we necessarily deal with authority - with both our capacity to wield authority and teach others, and with our capacity to learn from others (especially our elders) who have the authority of longer experience than we.

Negative aspects of Saturn include self-righteousness when in authority, and reactive depression when we must unwillingly yield to the authority of others. Saturn rewards labor dutifully performed with a sense of inner certitude, but responds with stinginess to work done resentfully or inadequately. 

 

Leyla Rael



 

SATURN IN CAPRICORN 

Keynote: Perfection is achieved through discipline and restraint.

Symbol: A gem cutter shapes a diamond.

People with Saturn in Capricorn may scale the heights of achievement or dive to the depths of defeat. There is a tendency to go toward one extreme or another, for they take life seriously and whatever line of action they pursue is followed to it's conclusion. From a material point of view both Saturn and Capricorn represent end-processes.

Since Saturn is an earth planet and Capricorn an earth sign, the symbol for this combination is the diamond which, although formed in darkness far below the surface of the earth, is capable of reflecting every vibrant hue of light. In the Eastern tradition, adepts are called 'diamond-souled' because they have attained perfection through submission to all the trials of life.

Just as eons of pressure finally succeed in transforming black lumps of vegetable matter into translucent gems, so do the vicissitudes of the physical world purify the soul until it shines like the mystic diamond said to be hidden in the center of the lotus of the heart.

Even when not metaphysically inclined, people having Saturn in it's own sign intuitively realize that time and suffering serve a purpose as the wheel of fate polishes the personality, facet by facet, until it's inner radiance is revealed.

Saturn-dominated people seldom believe that happiness is the final goal of existence. Therefore, they are generally willing to apply themselves to their work. Having done their duty, they are pleasantly surprised when the care, patience, and control they have exercised brings deserved rewards.

Since Saturn is at home in Capricorn, persons subjected to a double dose of it's heavy vibrations often find deeper satisfactions in the professional activities to which they devote themselves, than in recreations devised to distract them from their toil. This dedication to the job at hand helps account for the fact that they are success prone.

It is of the utmost importance that they chose a form of employment which is innately challenging and not merely a means of livelihood. They find it difficult to divide their energies between work and play and need to apply themselves single-mindedly to one all-consuming endeavor.

Since Saturn crystallizes and Capricorn organizes matter, those in whom these influences conjoin do well in occupations requiring the translation of abstract concepts into concrete terms. This position is also favorable for financial enterprises because money is a kind of crystallized energy to be managed and controlled.

There is nearly always caution, determination, ambition and practical ability. They may make rather too many personal sacrifices in order to achieve objectives. The hardworking father will spend long hours at the office, then bring work home, so that there is little or no time for relaxing and having fun with the children. This is done with the best of intentions because they will be very keen indeed to give those children a better start in life than they themselves had. Nevertheless a balance is encouraged, for in being materialistic they will miss out on a very great deal.

There is a liking for power - sometimes political - and the Capricorn tendency to social climbing is also present. Money may be spent to impress, rather than for pure pleasure.

One should keep moving, so regular exercise is encouraged: Saturn rules the skin and bone structure, and stiffness in the joints must be avoided. The skin may be particularly sensitive to strong sunlight.

 

Astrology, the Divine Science

 

Mindfire