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$5.2$ The $4$ Cardinals of Heaven

The determination of these cardinal stars is very ancient and dates back to the Chaldeans, particularly to the Sumerian epoch. Indeed, although no direct testimony of Sumerian astronomy has reached us, many Babylonian texts report catalogs and constellations of Sumerian etymology that probably have a much older age than that declared. Among these:

• • The constellation of Taurus from GU4.AN.NA "The Guardian of Heaven", which determined the vernal equinox
• • The Lion from UR.GU.LA "Lion", which determines the solstice
• • The Scorpion from GIR.TAB "The Scorpion", marking the autumnal equinox
• • Capricorn, from SUHUR.MAS "The Fish-Goat", which marks the winter solstice. And which is a mythological hybrid represented on stones before $2000$ BC as a symbol of Ea.

$5.3$ Archaic Constellations and the Birth of the Zodiac

$5.4$ The Birth of Astrology

Chapter $6$ Hebrew Astrology

The Prophet Daniel

The planetary bodies influence the body, but the angelic entity that corresponds to it influences individuality. Therefore, this type of ancient astrology aimed to establish a spiritual telepathic contact with the corresponding Light entity. The method by which they performed this operation was through concentration, and prolonged fixed attention on a point, that is, the star. They would generally place themselves on a height and observe the star, "con-sider" according to precise planetary dispositions.

In the Sefer ha khokabim, for example, this type of transmutation operation is discussed: "And God made it known to Daniel to pray when Jupiter is conjunct with the waxing Moon in Sagittarius, free from planetary offenses, so that the angel of wisdom and mercy may substitute that of errors of judgment and hardness of heart of the evil star".

This passage contains some important elements to highlight:

• • The propitious moment: There is an activation of the star and planet, a particular astronomical phenomenon. This type of practice could not always be done. For example, here we speak of Jupiter conjunct the Moon in Sagittarius. Generally, meditation on a star is done when Jupiter or another planet transits that activates the star or better facilitates and amplifies its action. Jupiter is ideal because it is the benefic planet par excellence, so they generally performed these operations when there was Jupiter conjunct Spica or Sodamelik or Fomalhaut or Sirius.
• • The action of the Angel of Wisdom on the human soul: the purpose here was to substitute errors of judgment with virtues. This "substitution" is important because we will see in subsequent lessons that at the base of ascetic astrology there is precisely this overturning or substitution of vices that imprison the human soul with virtues.

"And God said to Daniel in the vision: - Do not breathe like mortal men, but as is more fitting for prophets -. And he said to me: - O Daniel, favored man, pray and breathe the prayer and breathing of Jupiter conjunct the waxing Moon in Sagittarius -."

• • The technique: as we said, an important element is fixity in observing the star with the intention of reaching the corresponding entity, but a fundamental element is breathing. Breathing is important because it helps discipline attention and enter different states of consciousness.

Chapter $7$ Greek Astrology

Regulus or The Heart of the Lion

Star in the northern Leo was called the "Heart of the Lion" as well as the Royal Guardian of the North. According to Rolt Wheeler, the mission of the star is to make those who exercise power on earth understand that all power is delegated by God.

Aldebaran or The Eye of the Bull

Also called the "Eye of God" and the Royal Guardian of the East, its mission is to make known the integrity of all divine decrees.

Fomalhaut or The Mouth of the Fish

Also called the "Star of Transmutation" or Royal Guardian of the South, its mission is to make Divine power succeed in everything and transform into good

Antares or Heart of the Scorpion

The "Heart of the Scorpion" or Royal Guardian of the West. Its mission is to fight against evil and its name Shiloh indicates peace after victory

The Lords of the Gates of Birth

• • Sirius of the constellation Boötes which has the mission to submit countries to Divine Supremacy
• • Canopus of the constellation Argo having the purpose of making Divine Glory known in religions
• • Altair in the constellation Aquila which aims to attack divine enemies and defend its sanctuaries

The Lords of the Gates of Exit

• • Vega in the constellation Lyra having the mission to make the music of the spheres understood
• • Capella having the mission to lead beings toward their first knowledge toward God
• • Spica in the constellation Virgo having the mission to express the gratitude of all beings for the provision established by God
• • Acrux Star of Salvation, having the mission to affirm the salvation of all those who trust in God

Chapter $8$ INSIGHTS: World Astrology

$8.1$ Dendera and The Birth Chart of the World

Problem in the dating of Dendera: the sky represented as Joseph Fourier indicated is from $2500$ BC, but the inscriptions of the pharaohs date it to the Ptolemaic period. The realization currently seems to be situated around $50$ AD. So: is it a copy of a previous zodiac? We know