The Evolution of Signs 7, 8 and 9

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The Evolution of Signs 7, 8 and 9 by Nikita Iyer

The signs in astrology set the foundation in which fields of life grow. The numerical symbolism and evolution of numbers 7 through 9 as it relates to the astrological zodiac signs 7, 8, and 9 represents the evolution of higher consciousness where individuals broaden their worldview by learning to recognize and let go of the ego’s tightly held ideals and beliefs. The result of this reveals a deeper connection to one’s path and to the community at large. These numbers deal heavily with internal shifts in development, bringing prosperity to the individual when worked with well, and psychological difficulty when negative.

Signs 1-6

Before delving into signs 7 through 9, signs 1 through 6 must be evaluated and understood, as they set the stage for sign 7. Signs 1 through 3 together represent the initial stages of an individual’s birth into the world where the primitive aspects of consciousness develop. Sign 1, Aries, is the beginning of the zodiac and represents initiation into the world, bringing out the active qualities of this sign. Sign 2, Taurus, represents our resources and early life. It is a feminine, fixed earth sign. Together signs 1 and 2 represent the earliest stages of development beginning at birth and evolving into the development of one’s resources and senses built upon that initiation. Sign 3, Gemini, represents growth out of that initial foundation and into a state of exploration; it represents the development of our skills and interests in the world through trial and error and holds both fixed and active qualities.

From there, sign 4, Cancer, relates to the heart and home, and our ability to feel safe and secure within oneself. Cancer is an active and feminine sign which directs one to develop a heartfelt ability to survive through the self. From Cancer, sign 5, Leo, pushes one to to dedicate mental work habits into a focused path through necessary sacrifice. Ruled by the Sun and a fixed, masculine sign, sign 5’s qualities allow one to make the necessary changes to make appropriate choices and continue one’s legacy. From the 5, one’s security and focused mental habits evolve into the worldly accomplishments that make one feel satisfied and fulfilled within the world through work and daily activity in Virgo (6). Virgo being a dual and feminine Earth sign, one is able to activate inner contemplation as well as activity within the world to feel grounded in their work.

Sign 7

Now that the nature of signs 1 through 6 have been assessed, the zodiac continues with the seventh sign of Libra. From Virgo, the fulfillment in daily habits loses its momentum. Sign 7 is the farthest away from 1 as you can get, and thus represents how other people play a role in the life of an individual. This is why Libra often represents partnership and relationships to others; the distance from the 1, representing our physical body and basic personality, symbolizes the projections of the self onto others. The sign of Libra exudes the energy of balance as it is represented by the scale, symbolizing weighing the value of things in the greater economy of consciousness. This is typically thought of in the context of business transactions, in which a merchant weighs the value of goods for fair exchange. The balance represents fairness and equality in the constant flow of energy which occurs in the universe. This flow is not limited to money, and can be distilled to the true essence of what Libra is about; Libra is the economy of consciousness in which things are constantly transitioning from one state to another. Because of this, The energy of Libra is also one of a killer, as one’s cherished ideals and notions of the ego cannot be entertained. Saturn is exalted here in Libra, adding further context to how the qualities of the 7 align with the harsh aspects of loss and letting go that this planet brings. In this regard, the seventh sign energy very much emphasizes transformations, death of things, and letting go.

As a cardinal and masculine sign, Libra is marked with active and dynamic qualities that help to define a person and the action they take in the world in relation to others. The airy quality of this sign represents the power of one’s thoughts and overall mental capacity, as well as a sociable and communicative nature. Libra’s status as a masculine and cardinal sign indicates the ability to be outgoing, active, and enterprising. As the psyche evolves through Libra, the concept of the grander economy occurring in the universe becomes apparent and an individual can better understand and face their cherished ideals and learn to accept change through healthy detachment. 

Sign 8

From here, the next stage in psychological development involves using the healthy detachment which developed to live in harmony in the 8. The 8 deals with the realization that comes after the 7. In the 7, one’s projections come to light to challenge their ego. From this one recognizes the reality of life and learns to let go and witness the ever flowing transformation of energy from one state to another occuring in the universe. In the 8, this path of trade becomes illuminated and one is able to see deeper than the projections of the 7. The eight is about living in friendship with “the all”, or wholeness of the universe, and represents the highest kind of relationship we can have with the world. In Scorpio, one recognizes the collective as one, and can therefore access emotional and psychological depth within themselves and others without the fears and projections of the 7. Safety is key here; without a feeling of internal safety, the 8 cannot express itself in its most positive capacity in order to achieve this wholeness. The energy of Scorpio gives one the desire to seek internal safety and security in order to feel at peace with the world around them, reflecting the archetype of Scorpio as the scorpion hiding in its hole. Through contemplation, knowledge becomes available due to a lack of attachment to one’s individuality and specific dogmas. Additionally, Scorpio often carries associations with sexuality; the conjugal bond is represented by this sign because as one recognizes the wholeness and oneness of the universe, one is able to love freely and abundantly and experience a partner as an extension of themselves.

Scorpio’s status as a feminine water sign indicates the involvement of emotions and one’s inner emotional nature with the ability to go within. Furthermore, Scorpio’s status as a fixed sign makes it steadfast, intense, and resistant to sudden changes. Positively, Scorpio gives the capacity for a consistent and strong emotional nature and psychological poise, like a calm water. Negatively, the emotional nature can be unbalanced and make one adhere to stray, negative thought forms. 

Sign 9

From the 8, the next stage of development occurs in Sagittarius. In signs 1 through 9, the zodiac moves through a process of evolution; 9 completes that evolution of our self development, and therefore holds the qualities that strengthen one’s dharma and greater connection to the world. As we flow from the 8 to the 9, our realizations from Scorpio, the friendliness with all, will allow us to see and understand the bigger picture and move toward outward activity with a greater connection to the all in Sagittarius. The ninth sign represents the capacity to move from a limited sense of self to the community, a greater collection of I’s. This greater sense of belonging in the world will allow one to broaden their worldview and see how everything fits together. Sagittarius will consequently assist one in experiencing religion and culture with deeper connection.

Sagittarius’s status as a masculine fire sign imbues it with the qualities of inspiration, activity, and assertiveness. Because of this, in Sagitarius one is able to follow aspirational goals with energy and ambition, as symbolized by the high aiming bow and arrow. Sign 9 is mutable, and therefore carries the qualities of both cardinal (first 15 degrees) and fixed (last 15 degrees). This dual quality allows the field of Sagitarius to nurture greater fulfillment through exploring one’s culture and following dharma, while also having the ability to dedicate oneself to a particular philosophy, culture, or path without judgment of others by understanding how everything fits into the bigger picture.

Conclusion

The numerological evolution of signs seven through nine represents the evolution of higher consciousness where individuals broaden their worldview from the individualized self to the whole; by recognizing the limitations of the self, inner transformation of the psychological state occurs. These numbers give their most positive qualities when one is able to deeply understand internal shifts in development, and mirror it back in the outside world. If one faces difficulty with this stage of development, one is unable to recognize and transcend the suffering created in the mind and expand it to a path beyond the mind and intellect.