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and a feeling <strong>of</strong> crucifixion arises. Under the influence <strong>of</strong> Saturn we are<br />
forced to carry our cross in life.<br />
<strong>The</strong> semi-circular arc at the bottom <strong>of</strong> the cross links the lowest point <strong>of</strong><br />
materiality, which also stands for death, with the highest point <strong>of</strong> creation,<br />
liberation or immortality. It is taken from that portion <strong>of</strong> the circle which<br />
represents the journey <strong>of</strong> the soul from the deepest layer <strong>of</strong> materiality back<br />
to the highest point <strong>of</strong> liberation (see p. 27). <strong>The</strong> urge to transcend<br />
materiality comes voluntarily. It arises when a dam is put up against the<br />
growth towards materiality. <strong>The</strong> impediments to material enjoyment are<br />
experienced as frustration. Saturn destroys the person's illusions. It burns up<br />
that which is transitory. When our deepest fantasies are destroyed, there is<br />
intense pain. After psychological reorganization, there comes tranquillity<br />
and an experience <strong>of</strong> one's inner strength. Saturn destroys the illusory and<br />
the transitory to let the individual gaze into eternity and to impart on him<br />
enduring strength.<br />
Saturn acts deeply and extensively. It affects the highest and the lowest<br />
aspects in our nature. Its impact can be endured only when the individual has<br />
the necessary strength and determination to bear it. Saturn is not a teacher<br />
who imparts his training gradually after preparing the student for the lesson.<br />
It wants results. But to obtain the required results, Saturn can wait<br />
indefinitely. Yet whenever there is any possibility <strong>of</strong> the individual growing<br />
in the process, Saturn takes a chance. It is very determined in achieving its<br />
ends. Both the components <strong>of</strong> its symbol, the cross and the arc, represent the<br />
dynamic interaction <strong>of</strong> different forces in nature. When the individual fails to<br />
understand the lesson, which <strong>of</strong>ten happens, it appears as a great calamity.<br />
<strong>The</strong> individual may become reactionary. Psychologically he may become<br />
very negative. <strong>The</strong> experience learned during this period <strong>of</strong> frustration in the<br />
long run serves to develop strength. In the short run, the individual may<br />
become anti-social, immoral, and unspiritual. All <strong>of</strong> these are important<br />
aspects <strong>of</strong> Saturn.<br />
<strong>The</strong> arc placed below the material cross shows that the spiritual unfoldment<br />
under Saturn is shadowed by the weight <strong>of</strong> material experience. <strong>The</strong><br />
essential feature <strong>of</strong> this Saturnine impact is that the life-style <strong>of</strong> the person<br />
affected must change externally either for the better or the worse. Internally<br />
also, there must be a change in attitude. Saturn imparts a deeper<br />
understanding <strong>of</strong> the materialistic nature <strong>of</strong> existence. This understanding is<br />
closely connected with the trials and tribulations we meet in life. <strong>The</strong><br />
wisdom produced by Saturn arises from confronting the difficulties in<br />
everyday life. This wisdom is necessary to strengthen the soul so it can<br />
complete its upward journey.