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The Elements and Planets

Written by Angela Pennington  www.angelapennington.com
Published by: ACVA, June 2012  www.acvaonline.org

During my first module at ACVA,  I remember the instructors stressing the importance of taking time to memorize,
and learn the basics. This was great advice. Over time, I’ve learned the fundamentals need to be more than keywords.
They need to become part of us.  In the beginning, we memorize flash cards. In order to shift from intellectual
understanding to pure knowledge it’s important to contemplate and meditate the concepts and rules handed down
throughout the ages. Personally, I have discovered all roads lead back to the elements. Below, please find the results
of my contemplations regarding each element and how it relates to the signs and planets.

Ether

Ether is a medium that fills the spaces where nothing exists. It’s not something we can reach out and touch, yet its all
around us, we draw upon it to create. Scientists study ether in an effort to understand the movement of light, while
spiritual people draw light through ether to connect with God. The Universe is infinite, therefor so is ether. Expansive,
uniting, quiet and unquestioning. Lord Jupiter is ether. He is expansive, teaches us how to move our minds higher and
create. Through him, we learn to value sacred sounds and words. We gain wisdom, look inward and develop an
understanding of the universe within us. We learn to sit quietly, meditate and contemplate. We learn the connections
between the cosmos and ourselves. We pass this information to our children. Jupiter is exalted in the deep waters of
Cancer, the natural fourth house, providing a private space to go deep into ourselves. It seems fitting he is debilitated
in the earth sign of Capricorn, the natural tenth house of the public and career. The moolatrikona sign is Sagittarius,
an arrow of fire piercing the ether, opening the mind to ideas and communion with the divine. Jupiter rules the signs
of Pisces and Sagittarius; water and fire, the source of creation.

Air

Air is wind, our breath. Air is essential for us to be alive, and most of the time we are unaware we are even breathing!
An unseen force, the wind provides the ability to speak and laugh. Proper oxygenation keeps our brain functional and
allows us to make clear decisions. The wind moves in four directions and is the regulator of karma. If directed
properly, we propel forward at a phenomenal rate of speed, the opposite if misdirected. Carrying messages, the wind
determines the success or failure of our creation. Lord Saturn is wind, teaching us to take responsibility for ourselves
and our families. He decides what we retain and release. The universal time keeper, and unsung hero, Saturn brings
focus and truth. Through him, we access the foundational building blocks of our life. Saturn is exalted in Libra, the
seventh house, putting us in touch with co-creators. He is debilitated in Aries, the house of self.  The moolatrikona
sign is Aquarius, anointing the work of Saturn with creativity and unselfishness. Saturn rules the signs of Capricorn
and Aquarius, bringing a solid physical foundation to one’s life.

 Fire
Fire is our soul’s urging, desire, passion, inspiration and motivation. Fire burns in a multitude of colors depending on
the degree of heat. It warms and comforts in a controlled environment.

Unconfined, causes mass destruction. Fire can kill or heal, create or destroy, love or hate. Each of these separated by
a mere degree. This powerful force purifies through destruction while the charred remains provide the nutrient
needed for resurrection. Lord Mars is fire, he takes action and makes things happen. He is not afraid of conflict,
bravery is his strength. Mars will fight to the death for a just cause. He will turn a spark into a bon fire, a passion into
a cause. Mars is exalted in Capricorn, the tenth house of success, action and achievement. He is debilitated in Cancer,
the place of home and contentment. The moolatrikona sign is Aries, making him assertive and ambitious. Mars rules
the signs of Aries and Scorpio. The qualities of Scorpio bring a strong intuitive nature to any endeavor Mars
undertakes.

Water

Water is a necessary element for the survival of all living things. We all emerge from water when we are born and
when we complete this life return to the Great Sea. The tides are affected on a daily and monthly basis, determining
the time for pro-creation and emotional development.Water is comforting and purifying. It’s reflective and will
mirror surroundings. Deep and largely unexplored, patience and perseverance are required to journey inward.
Disturbed, water creates paranoia, illusion and uncontrolled emotions. Lady Venus is water. She is changeable,
transformational, sensual, represents movement, and holds keys to sacred knowledge. Through her, we appreciate
beauty, fine things and friends. She’s charming and knows how to build relationships. She loves openly and will teach
through tough love. Venus is exalted in Pisces; where she prepares us for divine contact through ritual dance and
music. She is debilitated in Virgo, a sign that dissipates her electric energy. The moolatrikona sign is Libra,
empowering her to balance opposite polarities and create balance. Venus rules the signs of Taurus and Libra. The
balancing act of Libra is stabilized by the fixed earth nature of Taurus.

Earth

Earth is the final manifestation of all elements combined. A physical reflection of our inner qualities. The results of
our values and choices personally and collectively.  Earth is a museum of our past. It purifies through putrefaction,
moves and creates new landscapes. Deep inside, we find rare gems created by fire within its core. Self sustaining,
action or non-action, will yield a result. Earth provides food and shelter for all living things. Lord Mercury is earth. He
is our discerning intellect, humor and the way we verbally connect with others. He likes to communicate through
numbers and letters. In this way, barriers to other people and places are removed. He analyzes, calculates, molds and
shapes, creating the end result. Mercury is exalted in Virgo, where he can move and create comfortably. He is
debilitated in Pisces, an unsteady place, where he lacks confidence and has trouble making choices. The moolatrikona
sign is Virgo, a place of confidence and personal power. Mercury rules the signs of Gemini and Virgo. In Gemini, he is
able to connect and create with others. In Virgo, Mercury calculates and brings the vision into reality.

The Sun and Moon are luminaries. Through the consciousness (fire) of the Sun and the perceptions and
subconsciousness (water) of the Moon, all other planets express themselves.

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