Universal Experiential Template (Zodiac)

The Natural Zodiac is a Universal Experiential and Physicality Template.

I believe this is the reason for the glorification of the pyramidal structure (the externalized portion of the octahedron) both in Egypt and Central America by the Mayan civilization (as well as being listed on our own currency). Symbolic information handed down from the same civilization that used to exist somewhere in the location of the Bermuda rise, Atlantis. Upon destruction of the island some of the survivors went east to Egypt and some went west to end up in Central America, the archaeological similarities between these two cultures is amazing. This symbol is representative of the recognition of the structure involved in physical manifestation; a universal premise. When we place man and his awareness at center we have the mystical significance of the number 5. It is reflected in the physiological fact that man has the development of the fifth digit of the hand, the thumb. His creative prowess and will over the four dimensions template and of the heart and its location in the body.

The universal concept of the four dimensions is also reflected in the biological process of cell division called mitosis. Cells reflect the polarity of the masculine and feminine forces that are always required for completeness. Peptide bonds are polar and proteins have a primary (linear sequence of amino acids), secondary (helix), tertiary (3-d shape) and quaternary (2 or more linked polypeptides) again reflecting the template.

Physiologically, we know that cosmic rays (and x- rays) are involved with the effects on chromosomal mutation (a radical change from previously existing qualities or patterns) especially in albinism. These ideas reinforce and corroborate the microcosmic and macrocosmic reflectivity. As above, so below is a physical and universal mechanism, not just a metaphor. The universal premise is always revealed as the base of 4 expressed in modes of 3.

The ancient Chinese and other civilizations also had the recognitions of the premise of the sexagenary period (a "cycle of cathay") obtained by combining two by two the twelve (the multiple of 4/3) earthly branches or signs of the zodiac (shih erh ti chih) with the ten heavenly stems or planets (shih tien kan). All examples of duality were expressed in yin and yang. These yin and yang lines when combined form the possibility of 64 hexagrams which is precisely the effect of the 20 known amino acids with their three letter codes which combine in 64 ways. The ancient Sumerians also used the sexagesimal systems and it is no coincidence that they were based on the number 60, it is the base for the 120 degree triangle. The Babylonians were also responsible for the cuneiform languages and the division of the circle by 360 degrees that we use to this day. The seven day week is also their invention. The numerical pattern in Revelation the apocalypse of John, follows the same 3, 4, 7, 10, 12 patterns.

Because 3D (referring to physicality) is the manifestation of spirit segregated in material terms, math delineates materiality. This manifestation takes form in terms of polarities through the template. Within our consciousness or circle of space surrounding us, planets and points form geometric figures and patterns within the circle. These figures are the physicalized representation of the matrix of energy between each of the points and a reference to the person and their world at the center.

There are 3 basic symbols that manifest in physicality-the circle, the square, and the triangle. Observing them from an aesthetic perspective we can sense the energy of them. The circle feels complete, contained;, a "pool" of energy, a "sphere" of influence. Even in handwriting analysis, the circles are pools of emotion; energy-motion. The circle is a holistic representation of the self sustaining enclosed and complete energy. There is no beginning and no end. It is smooth and unbroken. The planets are circular, stars, orbits (ellipses) and hence the infinite sphere of the identity is also found in the circle as the horoscope. The circle reflects the immortality of the spirit. It also is the symbol for the complete arena of time and space. It is this division of the circle that we then interpret.

The seasons are the effect of the division of the circle by 4 as our planet orbits the sun with its tilted axis. Single lines; the Cardinal Points divide this space. It is this division that initiates polarity and duality within the wholeness of the circle. As cells do, we divide and divide again.

The division or separation of things in physicality polarizes and energizes them. This is reflective of the segregative or negative energy we discussed in the integrity definitions. The self encompassing circle divided gives us hemispheres that are now differentiated halves. The line through the circle gives it a beginning and the endless an end in time and space.

The energy of "All That Is" seeks lines of least resistance, so while these separative energies divide upon manifestation (negative energy), they also seek reunification in development (positive energy). This basic conflicting premise generates developmental tension. The separated whole seeks the reunification of its energy. This back and forth energy is the sustaining force of the physical universe. It keeps the awareness of the self and the cosmos alive and conscious that way.

By halving the circle twice we create our second symbol the square or cross reflecting the idea of negative or segregative energy. This is separated consciousness that seeks reunification and is in tension, motivated to reunite. The polarity and its counterpart polarization initiates the splaying out of the "Mask of Eternity", spirit in physical form.

The holistic aspect of the circle has now been interrupted and these lines must change direction to stay within the confines of the circle. The feeling is of rerouted energy every time it begins its trek forward. The square is the symbol of judgment and separating energy symbolically represented as the "knowledge of good and evil", or conscious interpretation of polarized energy. This symbolizes the separation of the "one" into different things. Time/space, self/others and inner/outer realities. This is a view of "All That Is" examining itself. It remains all one thing despite this view. The forbidden fruit is the perception that their separation is the only "real" and that it is oppositional, rather than of service through integration. The modes (3s) of the signs of the Zodiac are based on the square.

Therefore, the natural zodiac and the pyramid are the symbolic reference of the processes of consciousness in its physical and non-physical states—it is the palette upon which all of life is painted contained within the circle of the ALL.

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