11 Capricorn
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crimsoncurrentCapricorn 11th Degree: A Large Group of Pheasants - Nature vs. Exploitation
General Interpretation: This degree symbolizes the tension between the natural unity and safety of a group versus the risk of exploitation or loss of individuality. It reflects the balance between collective strength and vulnerability to manipulation or conformity. Keep Focused On:
Uniting people for a shared cultural, political, religious, or creative purpose while maintaining individuality.
Balancing natural instincts with societal or artificial influences.
Watch Out For:
Sacrificing personal values for group conformity.
Ignoring group values if you wish to engage with or influence the collective.
Becoming part of a system that overlooks your individuality or soul.
weekly - scrooge publ - Hades
Dorothy Eady - Juno
Love/Relating/Social:
Explores how individuals or relationships fit into society. Are societal values supportive or exploitative of personal ones? It questions natural desires versus artificial, potentially harmful societal constructs.
Keep Focused On: Understanding what the group represents to you, as it determines your fulfillment or disillusionment.
Watch Out For: Pursuits driven by motives that conflict with your core values or succumbing to herd mentality.
Money/Work/Creativity:Represents a large resource (e.g., masses, corporations) that can be exploited for profit or benefit, with you potentially being part of it.
Keep Focused On: Prioritizing the welfare of those you aim to benefit, ensuring your means align with ethical ends, and valuing your integrity and safety.
Watch Out For: Exploitation driven by greed or losing your worth within an organization’s values.
Karma/Attitude/Health:
Highlights the proliferation of something natural and positive versus its destruction due to exploitation or neglect. Pheasants symbolize abundance but also vulnerability to harm.
Keep Focused On: Staying true to your individual values, breaking free from restrictive situations, and protecting all aspects of your life.
Watch Out For: Unconscious participation in groups unaware of their true nature or fate, or systems that destabilize the whole.
Core Message: You are navigating the balance between collective identity and personal integrity, urged to protect your individuality while engaging with the group, avoiding exploitation, and aligning actions with your deepest values.
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Capricorn 11th degree
A LARGE GROUP OF PHEASANTS
NATURE VERSUS EXPLOITATION
GENERAL INTERPRETATION
Your issue somehow refers to any social group as being an
instinctual mass that can either be seen as a unit of safety and
natural order, or, as a vulnerable state that invites exploitation for
some reason or to some end, or that just lacks individuality or
originality.
KEEP FOCUSED ON …your sense of how to gather people
together for some cultural, political, religious or creative purpose - or
being a valid member of such a group. …finding a balance between
the natural and the man-made.
WATCH OUT FOR …a sacrificing of individual values for the
comfort of convention. …ignoring the group's values if you want to be
part of it, or make a point to it. ...succumbing to the group values if
you do not want to be a part of the crowd. …being part of the system
and not being recognized as having a soul.
LOVE/RELATING/SOCIAL
The issue of how any individual, relationship or group fits into
society as a whole. The question arises as to whether the larger
whole has values and pursuits which support or appeal to more
individual ones. Is society exploiting the one or in sympathy with it?
The issue could be one of natural appetites against more man-made
artificial ones that are demeaning or even destructive. At best, a
closeness born of natural drives that is undisturbed by those
elements that are actually using or pitted against these drives.
KEEP FOCUSED ON …what the 'group' means to you in the
context of your question, for it holds the key to satisfying or
disenchanting you.
WATCH OUT FOR …any practice or pursuit that is motivated by
something which you find hard to justify in your heart of hearts, or it
will come to nothing – or worse. ...herd instinct or social conditioning
MONEY/WORK/CREATIVITY
Here is a large resource – like the masses or a big corporation or
institution – open to having its nature and instincts exploited and
profited from. Then possibly you are a part of that resource – if so,
read the following in terms of being on the receiving end.
KEEP FOCUSED ON …considering the welfare or nature of
whatever or whomever you are wishing ultimately to benefit (from).
…genuinely getting your ends to justify your means.
…the
importance of your own integrity and safety. …whatever advantages
there might be in anonymity, in being a small fish in a big pond.
WATCH OUT FOR …exploiting or being exploited, especially
when or where greed is posing as need. …getting buried in the
values of an organization or state where your own worth is not
recognized.
KARMA/ATTITUDE/HEALTH
The connotation here is one of the natural and good proliferation
of something on the one hand, or on the other, its demise because of
exploitation or a lack of caring forethought. 'Large groups of
pheasants' are, after all, bred to be killed for the sport or food of
humans!
KEEP FOCUSED ON …your innermost feelings and values as an
individual.
…breaking out of situations that are inhibiting your
expression and freedom. …the various parts of your life and being
and keep them rounded up, tended to, protected, and secured.
WATCH OUT FOR …being sucked into some group or mass that
is unaware of what it actually is, or what is in store for it – 'lambs to
the slaughter'. … being part of anything unnatural, that destabilizes
the whole. …the possibility that there is not necessarily 'safety in
numbers'.
'We are all but pawns in the game of life
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A Christmas Carol:
Key Themes
Story Overview: A Christmas Carol follows Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly individual who prioritizes wealth and self-interest over human connection and generosity. Through visits from three spirits (Past, Present, Future), Scrooge confronts his past, sees the struggles of others (e.g., the Cratchit family), and faces his potential lonely demise, leading to his transformation into a compassionate, community-oriented person.
Main Themes:
Individual vs. Society: Scrooge’s initial isolation and greed contrast with his eventual integration into a community through kindness and generosity.
Exploitation and Neglect: Scrooge exploits others (e.g., underpaying Bob Cratchit) and ignores societal needs, reflecting a disconnect from natural human compassion.
Redemption and Values: The story emphasizes realigning one’s actions with ethical, human-centered values over materialism.
Collective Welfare: The Cratchit family and others represent the vulnerable "group" impacted by Scrooge’s actions, highlighting the consequences of exploiting or ignoring the collective.
Parallels Between Capricorn 11th Degree and A Christmas Carol
Individual vs. Collective Tension:Capricorn 11th Degree: Emphasizes the balance between individual values and group dynamics, warning against losing personal integrity to conformity or exploitation.
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge begins as an individual detached from society, valuing money over human connection. His transformation involves joining the "group" (society) by embracing its values of kindness and generosity, aligning with the degree’s focus on finding a balance between self and collective.
Connection: Scrooge’s journey reflects the degree’s call to integrate into a group for a shared purpose (e.g., community welfare) while maintaining personal integrity (his newfound compassion).
Exploitation and Vulnerability:
Capricorn 11th Degree: The pheasants symbolize a vulnerable group open to exploitation, with warnings against greed posing as need or ignoring individual worth within a system.
A Christmas Carol: The Cratchit family represents the "large group of pheasants"—a vulnerable collective exploited by Scrooge’s greed (low wages, poor working conditions). Scrooge’s initial disregard for their welfare mirrors the degree’s caution against exploiting resources or people for profit.
Connection: The story illustrates the degree’s warning about exploitation, as Scrooge’s early actions harm the vulnerable, but his redemption aligns with the degree’s focus on prioritizing the welfare of the group.
Natural vs. Artificial Constructs:
Capricorn 11th Degree: Highlights the conflict between natural instincts (e.g., unity, compassion) and artificial, man-made constructs (e.g., greed, societal pressures).
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge’s initial obsession with wealth is an artificial construct that suppresses his natural human capacity for empathy. The spirits guide him back to natural drives like love and community, which are disrupted by his greed-driven worldview.
Connection: The degree’s emphasis on aligning with natural values over artificial ones is mirrored in Scrooge’s shift from materialism to genuine human connection.
Redemption and Integrity:
Capricorn 11th Degree: Urges staying true to one’s innermost values and breaking free from systems that inhibit personal expression or freedom.
Safety in Numbers vs. Unawareness:Capricorn 11th Degree: Warns against being part of a group unaware of its true nature or fate (“lambs to the slaughter”) and questions the notion of “safety in numbers.”
Conclusion
The Capricorn 11th degree strongly reflects themes in A Christmas Carol. Both explore the tension between individual integrity and collective dynamics, the dangers of exploitation driven by greed, and the importance of aligning actions with natural, ethical values. Scrooge’s initial isolation and exploitation of others (like the Cratchits) mirror the degree’s warnings about losing individuality or harming vulnerable groups. His redemption aligns with the degree’s focus on uniting for a shared purpose, prioritizing welfare, and breaking free from artificial, destructive systems. The story embodies the degree’s message of balancing personal values with societal roles while avoiding the pitfalls of conformity or exploitation.
Summary Answer: Yes, the Capricorn 11th degree reflects A Christmas Carol through its themes of individual vs. collective dynamics, the risks of exploiting vulnerable groups, and the need to align with natural, compassionate values over artificial greed. Scrooge’s journey from isolation and exploitation to community and generosity embodies the degree’s call to balance personal integrity with group unity while avoiding harm to self or others.
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Capricorn 11
A large group of pheasants
Pretending often gives its self away by being too loud. Your natural versatility will help you to deflate false pretences or to camouflage yourself when necessary. But consider also that to pretend is also a creative and constructive step to actually being what you desire.
General Interpretation: This degree symbolizes the tension between the natural unity and safety of a group versus the risk of exploitation or loss of individuality. It reflects the balance between collective strength and vulnerability to manipulation or conformity. Keep Focused On:
Uniting people for a shared cultural, political, religious, or creative purpose while maintaining individuality.
Balancing natural instincts with societal or artificial influences.
Watch Out For:
Sacrificing personal values for group conformity.
Ignoring group values if you wish to engage with or influence the collective.
Becoming part of a system that overlooks your individuality or soul.
weekly - scrooge publ - Hades
Dorothy Eady - Juno
Love/Relating/Social:
Explores how individuals or relationships fit into society. Are societal values supportive or exploitative of personal ones? It questions natural desires versus artificial, potentially harmful societal constructs.
Keep Focused On: Understanding what the group represents to you, as it determines your fulfillment or disillusionment.
Watch Out For: Pursuits driven by motives that conflict with your core values or succumbing to herd mentality.
Money/Work/Creativity:Represents a large resource (e.g., masses, corporations) that can be exploited for profit or benefit, with you potentially being part of it.
Keep Focused On: Prioritizing the welfare of those you aim to benefit, ensuring your means align with ethical ends, and valuing your integrity and safety.
Watch Out For: Exploitation driven by greed or losing your worth within an organization’s values.
Karma/Attitude/Health:
Highlights the proliferation of something natural and positive versus its destruction due to exploitation or neglect. Pheasants symbolize abundance but also vulnerability to harm.
Keep Focused On: Staying true to your individual values, breaking free from restrictive situations, and protecting all aspects of your life.
Watch Out For: Unconscious participation in groups unaware of their true nature or fate, or systems that destabilize the whole.
Core Message: You are navigating the balance between collective identity and personal integrity, urged to protect your individuality while engaging with the group, avoiding exploitation, and aligning actions with your deepest values.
=======================================================================
Capricorn 11th degree
A LARGE GROUP OF PHEASANTS
NATURE VERSUS EXPLOITATION
GENERAL INTERPRETATION
Your issue somehow refers to any social group as being an
instinctual mass that can either be seen as a unit of safety and
natural order, or, as a vulnerable state that invites exploitation for
some reason or to some end, or that just lacks individuality or
originality.
KEEP FOCUSED ON …your sense of how to gather people
together for some cultural, political, religious or creative purpose - or
being a valid member of such a group. …finding a balance between
the natural and the man-made.
WATCH OUT FOR …a sacrificing of individual values for the
comfort of convention. …ignoring the group's values if you want to be
part of it, or make a point to it. ...succumbing to the group values if
you do not want to be a part of the crowd. …being part of the system
and not being recognized as having a soul.
LOVE/RELATING/SOCIAL
The issue of how any individual, relationship or group fits into
society as a whole. The question arises as to whether the larger
whole has values and pursuits which support or appeal to more
individual ones. Is society exploiting the one or in sympathy with it?
The issue could be one of natural appetites against more man-made
artificial ones that are demeaning or even destructive. At best, a
closeness born of natural drives that is undisturbed by those
elements that are actually using or pitted against these drives.
KEEP FOCUSED ON …what the 'group' means to you in the
context of your question, for it holds the key to satisfying or
disenchanting you.
WATCH OUT FOR …any practice or pursuit that is motivated by
something which you find hard to justify in your heart of hearts, or it
will come to nothing – or worse. ...herd instinct or social conditioning
MONEY/WORK/CREATIVITY
Here is a large resource – like the masses or a big corporation or
institution – open to having its nature and instincts exploited and
profited from. Then possibly you are a part of that resource – if so,
read the following in terms of being on the receiving end.
KEEP FOCUSED ON …considering the welfare or nature of
whatever or whomever you are wishing ultimately to benefit (from).
…genuinely getting your ends to justify your means.
…the
importance of your own integrity and safety. …whatever advantages
there might be in anonymity, in being a small fish in a big pond.
WATCH OUT FOR …exploiting or being exploited, especially
when or where greed is posing as need. …getting buried in the
values of an organization or state where your own worth is not
recognized.
KARMA/ATTITUDE/HEALTH
The connotation here is one of the natural and good proliferation
of something on the one hand, or on the other, its demise because of
exploitation or a lack of caring forethought. 'Large groups of
pheasants' are, after all, bred to be killed for the sport or food of
humans!
KEEP FOCUSED ON …your innermost feelings and values as an
individual.
…breaking out of situations that are inhibiting your
expression and freedom. …the various parts of your life and being
and keep them rounded up, tended to, protected, and secured.
WATCH OUT FOR …being sucked into some group or mass that
is unaware of what it actually is, or what is in store for it – 'lambs to
the slaughter'. … being part of anything unnatural, that destabilizes
the whole. …the possibility that there is not necessarily 'safety in
numbers'.
'We are all but pawns in the game of life
============================================================
A Christmas Carol:
Key Themes
Story Overview: A Christmas Carol follows Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly individual who prioritizes wealth and self-interest over human connection and generosity. Through visits from three spirits (Past, Present, Future), Scrooge confronts his past, sees the struggles of others (e.g., the Cratchit family), and faces his potential lonely demise, leading to his transformation into a compassionate, community-oriented person.
Main Themes:
Individual vs. Society: Scrooge’s initial isolation and greed contrast with his eventual integration into a community through kindness and generosity.
Exploitation and Neglect: Scrooge exploits others (e.g., underpaying Bob Cratchit) and ignores societal needs, reflecting a disconnect from natural human compassion.
Redemption and Values: The story emphasizes realigning one’s actions with ethical, human-centered values over materialism.
Collective Welfare: The Cratchit family and others represent the vulnerable "group" impacted by Scrooge’s actions, highlighting the consequences of exploiting or ignoring the collective.
Parallels Between Capricorn 11th Degree and A Christmas Carol
Individual vs. Collective Tension:Capricorn 11th Degree: Emphasizes the balance between individual values and group dynamics, warning against losing personal integrity to conformity or exploitation.
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge begins as an individual detached from society, valuing money over human connection. His transformation involves joining the "group" (society) by embracing its values of kindness and generosity, aligning with the degree’s focus on finding a balance between self and collective.
Connection: Scrooge’s journey reflects the degree’s call to integrate into a group for a shared purpose (e.g., community welfare) while maintaining personal integrity (his newfound compassion).
Exploitation and Vulnerability:
Capricorn 11th Degree: The pheasants symbolize a vulnerable group open to exploitation, with warnings against greed posing as need or ignoring individual worth within a system.
A Christmas Carol: The Cratchit family represents the "large group of pheasants"—a vulnerable collective exploited by Scrooge’s greed (low wages, poor working conditions). Scrooge’s initial disregard for their welfare mirrors the degree’s caution against exploiting resources or people for profit.
Connection: The story illustrates the degree’s warning about exploitation, as Scrooge’s early actions harm the vulnerable, but his redemption aligns with the degree’s focus on prioritizing the welfare of the group.
Natural vs. Artificial Constructs:
Capricorn 11th Degree: Highlights the conflict between natural instincts (e.g., unity, compassion) and artificial, man-made constructs (e.g., greed, societal pressures).
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge’s initial obsession with wealth is an artificial construct that suppresses his natural human capacity for empathy. The spirits guide him back to natural drives like love and community, which are disrupted by his greed-driven worldview.
Connection: The degree’s emphasis on aligning with natural values over artificial ones is mirrored in Scrooge’s shift from materialism to genuine human connection.
Redemption and Integrity:
Capricorn 11th Degree: Urges staying true to one’s innermost values and breaking free from systems that inhibit personal expression or freedom.
Safety in Numbers vs. Unawareness:Capricorn 11th Degree: Warns against being part of a group unaware of its true nature or fate (“lambs to the slaughter”) and questions the notion of “safety in numbers.”
Conclusion
The Capricorn 11th degree strongly reflects themes in A Christmas Carol. Both explore the tension between individual integrity and collective dynamics, the dangers of exploitation driven by greed, and the importance of aligning actions with natural, ethical values. Scrooge’s initial isolation and exploitation of others (like the Cratchits) mirror the degree’s warnings about losing individuality or harming vulnerable groups. His redemption aligns with the degree’s focus on uniting for a shared purpose, prioritizing welfare, and breaking free from artificial, destructive systems. The story embodies the degree’s message of balancing personal values with societal roles while avoiding the pitfalls of conformity or exploitation.
Summary Answer: Yes, the Capricorn 11th degree reflects A Christmas Carol through its themes of individual vs. collective dynamics, the risks of exploiting vulnerable groups, and the need to align with natural, compassionate values over artificial greed. Scrooge’s journey from isolation and exploitation to community and generosity embodies the degree’s call to balance personal integrity with group unity while avoiding harm to self or others.
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Capricorn 11
A large group of pheasants
Pretending often gives its self away by being too loud. Your natural versatility will help you to deflate false pretences or to camouflage yourself when necessary. But consider also that to pretend is also a creative and constructive step to actually being what you desire.