Astrological Mythology The Meaning of ... - Mandhata Global

from the Absolute, moves in seven channels. These are the seven flames of
the eternal fire. The horse is also a symbol of vitality and contains within
itself the seven flames which energize all the forms of the manifestation. The
seven horses that draw the chariot of the Sun refer to this same life-force. As
such, the first lunar mansion stands for the energy through which the Sun,
the central deity of this region of the universe, arouses the different forces of
creation. The concept of perfection, the sense of wholeness, is contained in
Ashwini. It is the storehouse of all forms of power. It is the producer of all
creative possibilities, though they are present in it only in their latency.
*After the birth of the Ashwinis, the Sun took his wife Tvashtri home where
her father, Tavishtra the celestial architect, to remedy their plight, put the
Sun on his lathe and reduced his effulgence to one-eighth of its original
power, cutting from every part of him but his feet.
The horse represents physical power and stamina. If a rider is able to break
and subdue a wild horse, he can use it to travel far. The asterism can also
enable the individual who can master its power to attain great heights in both
the material and spiritual realms. The Absolute, represented by the Sun, is
the storehouse of all energy and is able to control and direct the universe
under its attractive power. Ashwini, as an offspring of the Absolute, stands
for that power under which the imperishable subjective effulgence begins its
movement towards materiality — the shadowy world.
The rulers of the quarters of the asterism — Mars, Venus, Mercury and the
Moon — are important in developing and assisting the growth of material
proclivities, while Ketu, the overall ruler of the asterism, represents the
subjective qualities of the Supreme. These impulses link the asterism with
fierce activity, tenacity, dynamism, the activation of inert matter into
electrifying energy and lightning activity. The resulting impulse can
rejuvenate inert matter into divine energy. It can bring radical transformation
to the human being. Under the influence of Ashwini, an individual can
experience an overpowering thirst for life, a desire for leadership and a
dauntless spirit for exploring new lands and establishing new kingdoms.
Aggression, lust, indiscretion, and impulsiveness are negative qualities of its
impact. Quietude is not a characteristic of this asterism. Great dissatisfaction
mixed with an urge to avoid unpleasant responsibilities often mark it.