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influence of the asterism is passive, requiring other forces to take advantage
of it. The asterism becomes highly charged when an active influence comes
within its field of energy.
4 ROHINI
From ancient times the asterism Rohini has been clothed in many mysterious
myths and stories. The advent of the Divine Force is preceded by
preparations which remain hidden and obscure. Only when the appropriate
time comes are these supporting angels brought to light. Such preparation
requires many behind-the-scene activities. Rohini represents this kind of
cosmic preparation. For this purpose it is assigned the symbol of a chariot,
as well as other characteristics.
Rohini is a constellation of five stars, some of the most beautiful in the sky,
including the bright red giant Aldebaran, alpha Taurus. The asterism extends
from 40° 00' to 53° 20' of the zodiac. It covers a major portion of the sign
Taurus, ruled by Venus, which represents creative potential of the cosmic
being. The asterism itself is owned by the Moon. Its primary motivation is
Moksha, liberation. Its basic attribute is Rajas, with Tamas at a secondary
and Rajas at a tertiary level. The deity of the asterism is Brahma or Prajapati,
the creator of the universe, who unfolds the cosmic plan given to him by the
higher gods.
The Atharva Veda refers to Rohini as the consort of Rohit, the ruddy Sun.
The Puranas mention Rohini as one of the main daughters of Daksha
Prajapati who, along with her other sisters, was married to the Moon. In
connection with the birth of Lord Krishna, Rohini is described as a foster
mother of Balarama, Krishna's elder brother. These indicate the same
preservative principle in the cosmos which requires careful preparation
before any important evolutionary influx takes place.
The relationship between Rohini and Rohit is mentioned in poetic terms.
Rohit, with whom Rohini consorts, is eulogized as the producer of heaven
and earth. He is such a powerful deity that he makes the heaven and the
earth firm. By him the heavenly light is established, and by him the
firmament is sustained. By him space and the atmosphere are measured, and
through him the gods attain immortality. He is red in color and associated
with the Sun. Thus he represents the very life-force which gives form to the