CHRISTMAS CONNECT WITH PLANETS
The Christmas tree, adorned with a star and draped in red and white, is a symbol rich with astrological and spiritual significance.
Let me explain this by revealing a layer of its esoteric essence:
1. The Christmas tree itself is an evergreen, symbolizing eternal life and immortality.
This resonates with the enduring and transformative energies of ketu, the planet of rebirth.
2. The tree’s upward-pointing triangle shape corresponds to the element of Fire in esoteric traditions, reflecting ambition, growth and the ascent towards the divine.
This aligns with the fiery signs of Aries, Leo and Sagittarius.
3. The star at the top of the tree represents the Star of Bethlehem, which guided the Magi. It can be seen as a symbol of the North Star, Polaris , pole star , signifying guidance, navigation and a fixed point of spiritual reference.
4. The star’s five points is associated with the planet Venus which governs beauty, harmony and the integration of the five senses.
Venus rules Taurus and Libra, signs connected to aesthetics and balance.
5. Red, a color of passion and vitality, is ruled by Mars, the planet of energy and action.
This color on the Christmas tree invokes the dynamic and assertive qualities of Aries and Scorpio.
6. White, symbolizing purity and clarity, is associated with the Moon, reflecting the nurturing and protective qualities of Cancer.
7. Gifts under the tree symbolize the bounty of Jupiter, the planet of generosity and abundance, resonating with the expansive nature of Sagittarius and Pisces.
8. The act of giving and receiving gifts reflects the principle of exchange governed by Mercury, the planet of communication, which rules Gemini and Virgo.
9. The circular wreaths and ornaments symbolise the cycles of the Moon and the Sun, representing the continuity of life and the cyclical nature of time.
10. The lights twinkling on the tree mirror the stars in the night sky, each a point of potential and divine spark similar to the Sun’s creative life force.
11. The tradition of bringing an outdoor tree inside to decorate may symbolize the unity of opposites, a concept overseen by Saturn, the planet of structure and karma, which rules Capricorn and Aquarius.
12. The pinecone, often used as a tree decoration, is associated with the pineal gland and the third eye in esoteric traditions, representing inner vision and enlightenment.
This symbol aligns with ketu’s energy of intuition and spiritual awakening, which is strongly connected to Pisces.
13. The candy cane, with its red and white stripes, can be seen as a symbol of healing and protection, reminiscent of the caduceus of Mercury.
Its shape, resembling a shepherd’s crook, also relates to the pastoral imagery often associated with Capricorn.
14. The use of bells as decorations resonates with the communicative nature of Mercury and the joyous vibrations of Jupiter, calling to mind celebration, announcement, and the spreading of good tidings.
15. Finally, the act of decorating the tree itself is a ritual that brings families and communities together, reflecting the unifying and nurturing qualities of Venus and the Moon, fostering love, connection and emotional security within the home.