The Greatest and Oldest of Sciences
by Kathy Newburn

Astrology is said to be the oldest and greatest of sciences. If we take the time to investigate it, even in a cursory fashion, we sense why this is so for it leads us to deepen our understanding of both the universal and the particular. It helps us penetrate beneath the multiplicities within the three worlds that veil and hide the light and into a consideration of the inner geometric patterns and synthetic interrelationship that underlies all life forms. This study stretches the contours of the mind, makes us more malleable by demanding that we move in new directions by forging lines of association that are not readily apparent, nor logical; it liberates us from crystallizations inherent in a more linear approach to life and relationships. A solid foundation within the concrete mind is essential for any possible application in this field, but it is not enough. The concrete provides the foundation, the base, upon which we take our stand but without the ability to penetrate into the abstract realm the whole essence, the underlying clues, are lost to sight as we become weighted down within a multiplicity of forms that leave us unable to see the forest for the trees.

As we ponder the cosmic riddle, we get a glimpse of the orchestral nature of the universe while at the same time deepening our ability to hear the notes of the particular. The essence of the work comes to be understood as a path, a grand scheme, a cosmic mandala that leads us forward one step at a time as we apply ourselves to it. Hidden within its signs and symbols the esoteric astrological teachings give us clues that lead us eventually from darkness to light, from the unreal to the real, from death to immortality. There are few, as yet, who follow this way with any real depth of understanding and those who do are constrained in what they can teach because the hidden mystery must be revealed by each one, through the crucible of inner experience. 

This is a path of releasing power and surely this is why, over the aeons, it has remained veiled. In the words of one who has dedicated his life to unraveling the secrets of this path--“the book is written in the stars, we just have to learn how to read it” but we must be careful and moderate in our approach. For most of us, our progress in this particular lifetime will not go much beyond the elementary level. Nonetheless our efforts are not in vain for they contribute towards the preparation of the mental atmosphere for future lives as well as contributing to the thoughtform of solution that will surely begin its flowering after 2025.

While the inner work must be undertaken within consciousness, this science, like all sciences, demands the merging and blending of the group aura in order to precipitate. The subject is so vast, indeed infinite, that it calls for the input of many minds and hearts. Through sharing and exchange, the strength and breadth of the rainbow bridge, the group antahkarana, can be forged, providing the means whereby the “externalization” and precipitation can occur. And while group work is not mainly, nor even primarily, physical plane work, one can imagine the benefit to be derived from gatherings where astrologers could come together and through the intermingling of auras attain results that might not otherwise be possible. This type of work has been slowly taking form but often physical plane constraints and limitations have impeded such efforts. One can imagine the possibilities that will develop as the new age unfolds, affording us all greater opportunities for group work upon the physical plane.

With the aid of the group and the developing sense of brotherhood and the true spirit of sharing, the work can go forward, penetrating into the clear cold light. This penetration demands we move out of the fire, leaving the past behind, and towards “a newer tension.” Only then will we realize the restoration of this ancient and greatest of sciences, moving it to new heights.