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taken together do not form a cross. These lines are not phallic in expression
either. But there is a deep rooted conflict arising from such developed
intellect.
The Gemini impulse is characterized by much activity on the mental plane.
Its great attraction for the opposite sex is not produced primarily on the
physical plane. It is important to note that this impulse is originally asexual.
This stage of cosmogenesis is described in Hindu literature in terms of
certain 'Prajapatis', the mighty cosmic beings who refuse to do their assigned
task of creation because they consider it impure. Astrolog-ically also,
Gemini is not considered conducive to human fecundity. The preference for
meditative practices by the Prajapatis at this level finds its reflection in
Gemini types who are more adjusted to intellectual harmony than physical
relationship. On the cosmic plane, it is signified by the development of the
mind principle and expressed as the recognition of space and time, which are
the result of thought. Time and space are abstract principles that do not have
any objective existence of their own. They are produced by the mind of the
person. But in this realm of illusion, every form of manifestation exists and
fructifies. The third zodiacal impulse is therefore also described as the
Creative Illusion or Maya.
Another way of visualizing the Gemini symbol is to consider it as two Tau
crosses, one of which is inverted, and both joined by the attraction of
opposites. The movement can be either in the realm of spirituality, where the
standing Tau is important, or in the realm of materiality, when the Tau is
inverted. This situation makes the Gemini born either very interested in
spiritual problems or much involved in materiality as, for example,
becoming a successful businessman. As egoism is an important aspect of the
inverted Tau, such persons can be so full of pride that they can consider
themselves as powerful as the Divine itself. In cases where the standing Tau
is predominant, there is empathy for fellow human beings and identification
with the universal life can be experienced. The growth of sensitivity,
sympathy and human feeling is the radiating impulse between these two
extremes.
The Gemini symbol expresses the complex transformation resulting from the
differentiation of male and female principles and their unification. Through
this emotion and thought, along with egoism and selfishness arises. At this
stage pure intelligence is manifested and provides adequate possibilities for
the expression of spiritual as well as earthly attainments.