The Meaning of Astrology
As author Bill Whitcomb suggests, we resonate naturally with earth, air, water and fire, the four elements which comprise our tangible world. But you may be drawn to one or two of these elements more than the others when you need to re-center, replenish and recharge your personal energy. The meaning behind astrology can determined by reading the stars
Humans contain all four elements as ingredients in our bodies, lives and relationships. But these elements express themselves differently through each of us. If we all liked or did the same things, our world would be a boring place and we would never evolve.
Does the dance of a campfire ignite your inner flame? Maybe standing barefoot in cool grass or planting seeds in rich soil grounds you. Can you see symbolic images in clouds or hear intuitive messages as breezes rustle through trees?
Perhaps you feel most peaceful by the ocean watching the waves ebb and flow. Or you’re cleansed and energized by the rush of a flowing waterfall. Maybe relaxing in a hot-tub or bubble bath helps you let go of a challenging day.
While each of these elemental activities can be nurturing, one reason we may respond to particular expressions of these four elements can be found in our astrological birth charts. The four elements resonate with the zodiac signs used for over two centuries as astrology’s elemental shorthand of human energy frequencies and relationships.
What I consider the essential building blocks of astrology’s energy-language are the four elements, plus three basic energy rhythms (which astrology refers to as qualities): Cardinal (always moving), Fixed (grounded) and Mutable (pendulum motion). Blending one element with one rhythm creates each of the 12 frequencies symbolized by the zodiac signs which were codified centuries ago but still reflect human energy patterns today.