The Full Set of 48 Cards made up of 36 Decanates and 12 Sun Signs.
Early Classical astrologers such as Aratos, Ptolemy, and Marcus Manilus recognized 48 constellations; the 12 signs of the zodiac and the 36 extra-zodiacal constellations known as decans. The word decan comes from the Greek meaning “ten” and each decanate corresponds to a ten-degree section of the zodiac. The decanates first evolved in Egyptian astrology before being absorbed by the Greco-Roman world.
These cards and the stories depicted will take you on a journey through the folklore and mythologies of the classic world. Through the symbolism of archetypes and astro-mythology you will discover keys to understanding character, personality, and the unique spiritual message that is encoded in every birth chart.
Each card has the Constellation, Spiritual Text (from CS7 Spiritual Astrology) and the mythological story behind the Decanate.
These full color cards are a great tool for deeper learning and meditation.
The 48 Cards included are: Aries
Triangulum, Eridanus, and Perseus Taurus
Lepus, Orion, and Auriga Gemini
Ursa Minor, Canis Major, and Ursa Major Cancer
Canis Minor, Hyra and Argo Leo
Crater, Centaurus, and Corvus Virgo
Bootes, Hercules, and Corona Borealis Libra
Serpens Draco, and Lupus Scorpio
Ophiuchus, Ara, and Corona Australis Sagittarius
Lyra, Aquila, and Sagitta Capricorn
Cygnus, Delphinus, and Pisces Australis Aquarius
Equuleus, Pegasus and Cetus Pisces
Cepheus, Andromeda, and Cassiopeia
Hand made at Church of Light Headquarters Laser Printed on Heavy Card Stock
According to Brotherhood of Light tradition, this emblem symbolizes the path of Initiation. It represents the Royal Path beginning with differentiation (birth) in the Celestial realms; its involution into the material world to gain consciousness; and, its return path to the Celestial where it will "consciously" reunite with its soul mate to join in the performance of The Great Work.
Star of David Emblem
Many are familiar with the images of the interlaced trines and recognize the ensemble as the "Star of David." Actually, the interlaced trines predate Judaism.
The Brotherhood of Light, traces its lineage as far back as Egypt, claiming the Hermetic tradition. It is from this same tradition that Moses, the great "law giver" of the Jewish tradition, received his Initiation and from whence the interlaced trines came to the Jewish tradition.
The two interlaced trines signify the involution and evolution of the soul through the Cycle of Necessity. The down-pointing trine, dark in color, indicates the descent of the soul into material conditions for the purpose of gaining necessary experience. The up-pointing trine, light in color, indicates the ascent, or evolution of the soul, back to the realm of spirit after gaining experience in matter.
Inside the interlaced trines is the word of Deity, Jod-He-Vau-He, written in square-formed Chaldean letters. Thus written, it signifies the belief that there is a Super-Intelligence who interpenetrates and exercises a guiding power over the whole universe, and sets forth the four universal principles through which this Super-Intelligence always operates.
The joined sun and moon at the top of the symbol indicate that spirituality may best be reached, and still further evolution in spiritual realms accomplished, through the marriage of a male and a female soul.
The three stars at the right of the emblem represent the 21 branches under which the whole of occult science may be classified; and, which must be mastered by the candidate for Adeptship. The upper seven point star at the right represents the seven branches of Astrology, the seven point star at the right, in the middle, indicates the seven branches of Alchemy; and the seven point star at the right, below, denotes the seven branches of Magic.
The three stars at the left of The Church of Light Emblem represent the twenty-one Lucidic Degrees or Arts which must be mastered by the candidate for Adeptship. The upper seven point star at the left typifies the Sevenfold Constitution of human life. The middle seven point star at the left - the Seven Soul Senses to be developed in human life and the lowest seven point star at the left represents the development of the Seven Physical Senses. This symbolizes the basis for the Twenty One Lucidic Degrees.
The seven point star at the bottom of the involutionary trine in The Church of Light Emblem typifies the Seven States of Consciousness attained by the perfect human.
The seven stars and the astrological symbols around the outside of the interlaced trines indicate the belief that astrological energies powerfully influence all life. Knowledge of these forces will enable the aspirant to avoid many misfortunes, as well as guide the development of personal talents, thereby successfully advancing spirituality and at the same time enabling the individual to contribute his or her utmost to universal welfare.
According to Brotherhood of Light tradition, this emblem symbolizes the path of Initiation. It represents the Royal Path beginning with differentiation (birth) in the Celestial realms; its involution into the material world to gain consciousness; and, its return path to the Celestial where it will "consciously" reunite with its soul mate to join in the performance of The Great Work.
Star of David Emblem
Many are familiar with the images of the interlaced trines and recognize the ensemble as the "Star of David." Actually, the interlaced trines predate Judaism.
The Brotherhood of Light, traces its lineage as far back as Egypt, claiming the Hermetic tradition. It is from this same tradition that Moses, the great "law giver" of the Jewish tradition, received his Initiation and from whence the interlaced trines came to the Jewish tradition.
The two interlaced trines signify the involution and evolution of the soul through the Cycle of Necessity. The down-pointing trine, dark in color, indicates the descent of the soul into material conditions for the purpose of gaining necessary experience. The up-pointing trine, light in color, indicates the ascent, or evolution of the soul, back to the realm of spirit after gaining experience in matter.
Inside the interlaced trines is the word of Deity, Jod-He-Vau-He, written in square-formed Chaldean letters. Thus written, it signifies the belief that there is a Super-Intelligence who interpenetrates and exercises a guiding power over the whole universe, and sets forth the four universal principles through which this Super-Intelligence always operates.
The joined sun and moon at the top of the symbol indicate that spirituality may best be reached, and still further evolution in spiritual realms accomplished, through the marriage of a male and a female soul.
The three stars at the right of the emblem represent the 21 branches under which the whole of occult science may be classified; and, which must be mastered by the candidate for Adeptship. The upper seven point star at the right represents the seven branches of Astrology, the seven point star at the right, in the middle, indicates the seven branches of Alchemy; and the seven point star at the right, below, denotes the seven branches of Magic.
The three stars at the left of The Church of Light Emblem represent the twenty-one Lucidic Degrees or Arts which must be mastered by the candidate for Adeptship. The upper seven point star at the left typifies the Sevenfold Constitution of human life. The middle seven point star at the left - the Seven Soul Senses to be developed in human life and the lowest seven point star at the left represents the development of the Seven Physical Senses. This symbolizes the basis for the Twenty One Lucidic Degrees.
The seven point star at the bottom of the involutionary trine in The Church of Light Emblem typifies the Seven States of Consciousness attained by the perfect human.
The seven stars and the astrological symbols around the outside of the interlaced trines indicate the belief that astrological energies powerfully influence all life. Knowledge of these forces will enable the aspirant to avoid many misfortunes, as well as guide the development of personal talents, thereby successfully advancing spirituality and at the same time enabling the individual to contribute his or her utmost to universal welfare.
The Brotherhood of Light symbol is very ancient in its origins.
This Symbol evolved from the early cultures of Egypt and Chaldea. Comprised of two interlaced trines representing the Hermetic axiom “as above, so below.” The dark trine points to earth symbolizing the soul’s descent into matter, conversely the light trine points upward representing the soul’s journey back to spirit. A soli-lunar conjunction surmounts the two interlaced trines reminding the devotee of The Religion of the Stars that our roots are in ancient Stellar Faiths. The united Sun and Moon also inform us that masculine and feminine energies are present in us all and essential influences in our continued spiritual progress. Tucked into the outer edges of the six pointed star are the astrological glyphs for the four fixed signs of the Zodiac which comprise the Sphinx, The head of the man, Aquarius; the paws of the lion, Leo; the body of the bull, Taurus; and the wings of the eagle, Scorpio.
Together these symbols represent the Adept or true perfected man or woman, they also correspond to the Masonic admonition; “to know, to dare, to do, to be silent.” Interior to the two interlaced trines is the tetragrammatron which in Hebrew spells out the name of God as a reminder that Deific Force is at the center of all that we study and do. The star often referred to as the Seal of Solomon is surrounded by Seven Stars which represent the Seven States of consciousness that the Hermetic teachings describe as part of our evolution in form as we return to the celestial realm; Chemical Consciousness, Vegetative Consciousness, Psychic Consciousness, Simple Consciousness, Rational Consciousness, Cosmic Consciousness, and Divine Consciousness. Combined these individual symbols portray the Hermetic philosophy in one single emblem.
This powerful symbol is a way to connect to your inner-plane brethren and other like-minded members around the world.
These Embroidered Patches are artistically designed and were generously donated as a fundraiser for the Church of Light by Hermetician Members of The Order Of The Sphinx.
These exquisite symbols can be used for many purposes - for ritual adornment or sewn to your favorite ball cap, backpack, or jacket. Use it as a bookmark to hold your place in the Brotherhood of Light lesson you are currently reading.
