Scorpio represents the descent of spirit into matter. It is compared to the form of an inverted cone or a spiral path where the windings become smaller and smaller. Matter signifies the relative absence of spirit-consciousness. It is described as the spiritual death or a bottomless pit in which we can fall when we are disconnected with the thread of Light. For the soul, it is a situation of spiritual ignorance and the related suffering.
When we reverse our direction and consciously re-link to the thread of Light, the cone becomes wider and the path becomes white and radiant. The soul experiences liberation from the bondage of matter and joy. There are guides who are firmly linked to the Light helping us on the way up. And at a later stage, we will become such helpers ourselves assisting others on their way.
The inverted cone in the upper center of the image is constructed with photos of two snail shells. The rim of the upper end of the cone is designed with elements of a transformed ring galaxy photo of Nasa indicating the macrocosmic and microcosmic dimensions of descent and ascent. In its center there is a column of light leading at the bottom to a star, symbol of the soul falling into matter.
The multi-layered construction in the background is designed with a picture of a Saligrama (fossilized ammonite symbolising Vishnu, the Lord of Pervasion). Its fiery colours indicate the states of ignorance and suffering of the souls lost in matter.
A person in dark clothes is walking towards the abyss, unaware of the star-like lights on the path. A person clad in white is standing on the right side in the direction of ascent, ready to help. The figure, designed with a photo of Master Kumar, is in a column of Light. The column is directed from the heart via head towards the stars of the Great Bear, symbol of the cosmic White Brotherhood, and further beyond.
The Images of Synthesis for the month of Scorpio illustrate the related symbolism. You find there all previous Scorpio paintings with detailed explanations in four languages (en/de/es/fr). You can also download print-versions for free. Find here the Images of Synthesis with short extracts from the wisdom teachings. Or subscribe to the Lunar Messenger newsletter giving thoughts from the wisdom teachings to inspire putting them into practice.