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manifest universe. The serpent is a universal symbol of cyclic manifestation.
The serpent is itself the undulatory, electric, triply polarized creative force in
the cosmos, on all planes and in every vehicle of man. The cosmic
preservation principle is supported by the wise serpent that represents the
very force which makes the manifestation possible through its rhythmic
expansion and contraction.
Rahu as a serpent has another revelation to make, This is indicated by the
fact that serpents represent time in space. Serpents have the energy and
wisdom to carry out the Divine plan of manifestation. Because this wisdom
is coterminous with time, it also represents immortality which is suggested
by the serpent's sloughing its skin whereby it rejuvenates itself. The serpent
stands for psychic regeneration and immortality. It is this kind of wisdom,
which is radically different from the impulses of other planets, that makes
Rahu unique. The proper harnessing of Rahu's energy is considered
necessary for acquiring control over nature's finer forces and for the
arousing the Kundalini or Serpent Fire.
Rahu itself is compared to a poisonous black serpent. Such serpents are
considered both wise as well as deadly. These are the two sides of the same
natural quality which is explained by Hodson as follows (HWHB pp. 124-
130). He mentions that the reptile, despite its seasonal change, is unchanging
and appears in a new and glistening covering. So wisdom, he says, while
remaining the same in essence, is self-manifest in ever new forms, none
being able to hold it permanently. The serpent's tongue is forked or bipolar,
so is wisdom, as it is susceptible to degradation into low cunning when
employed for selfish purposes or to elevation into lofty intuition when
employed according to unselfish ideals. Snake venom can destroy as well as
heal depending upon its use and dosage. This is true of wisdom as well.
Degraded, it poisons the soul, while rightly used it operates as an antidote to
all ills. Similar dual effects of Rahu, for beneficial as well as malefic results,
are expected depending upon conditions.
In predictive astrology, Rahu is also connected with poison used for both
destructive and regenerative purposes. The wisdom effect of the planet is
expressed by its providing the individual with the direct experience of the
hard realities of life, the truth of which once realized becomes a permanent
part of the psyche. Whatever is the result of Rahu, it is liable to affect us in
both ways, for good and for ill. It is said that Rahu's presence in the
ascendant exerts an unpleasant influence while in the Tenth house it bestows
excellent results giving better professional prospects, especially in
association with foreigners. Rahu in Ninth, Tenth and Eleventh houses,
along with its ruler well-placed and strong, gives very favorable results.