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instead of an arc. This difference is vital. As far as the earth is concerned, the
ever active whirlwind of the cross is linked with the wholeness of the Divine
impulse represented by the full circle. The earth emblem indicates the
wholeness of manifestation under the constant sway of polarized forces. It
shows a Divine purpose in earthly manifestation. In the case of Saturn, the
cross with an arc below it indicates a Divine pressure on the evolving
individual to move from the gross material environment to his spiritual goal.
The arc curving to the right points to the path of return in the soul's
pilgrimage. The linkage of the cross with the arc symbolizes the beginning
of the spiritualization process. This is the basic feature of the Saturnian
impulse.
Saturn produces psychological limitations. The urge to experience greater
freedom on various planes of existence is intensified under Saturn. However,
if the physical sheaths are not yet ripe enough to satisfy the urge, the
individual discovers his limitations. This produces conflict and the
individual feels tortured. There is turmoil in the psyche and the mind is
agitated. During this churning process, the cross has its full sway. When this
experience is understood by the soul, there comes quietude which gives
direction to the spiritual journey of the individual. This state is represented
by the arc hanging below the cross. Redemption from Saturnine affliction
lies in understanding the limitations imposed upon the soul during its
incarnation and its need to function within the given parameter. The process
of spiritual growth certainly involves suffering and all spiritual aspirants
have to confront it as their inevitable ordeal. In the case of Saturn, however,
there is a significant difference from other forms of strain. The limitations
imposed by Saturn arise from the crystallization of the material sheaths.
There is very little flexibility in the objective realm where the individual has
to reap the consequences of the Saturnine influence. It does not permit any
kind of adjustment. The soul's urge to spiritualize and to regain its natural
freedom invokes the redemption of past karmas.
The urge towards freedom is met by opposition from material conditions in
the form of personal difficulties such as physical illness, environmental
disturbances, psychological suffering, financial shortages leading to feelings
of helplessness, and even the complete destruction of one's dreams. The
sense of restriction experienced during the influence of Saturn arises from
these factors. The emerging spirit seeking liberation from the trammels of
material existence gets stifled by the physical and psychological sheaths.
There is much emotional pain and intellectual frustration. Saturn produces a
radical reorganization in the various sheaths of the individual. The necessity
for such change is felt as pain and suffering. The life seems torn by conflicts