Capricorn The Goat

This sign, in its symbolical aspect, typifies sin. The scapegoat of the Israelites; and the universal offering of a kid or young goat as an atoning sacrifice for sin, are significant. The different qualities of the sheep and goat, from a symbolical standpoint, are used by St. John in his mystical Apocalypse. The Redeemer of mankind, or Sun God, is always born at midnight directly Sol enters this sign, which is the winter solstice, “The young child” is born in the stable and laid in the manger of the goat, in order that he may conquer the remaining signs of winter or death, and thus save mankind from destruction. 

Kabbalistically, the sign Capricorn signifies the knees of the grand macrocosm and represents the first principle in the trinity of locomotion, the joints; bending, pliable and moveable. It is the emblem of material servitude and as such is worthy of notice. Capricorn, upon the esoteric planisphere, is occupied by Naphtali, whom Jacob says, “is a hind let loose, he giveth goodly words.” Here we have two very distinct references; the first, to the symbol, a hind or young deer i.e goat with horns (goats and deer are equally significant of the earthly, mountainous nature, and are fond of high hills); the second, is the Christmas proclamation, he giveth goodly words, “Peace on earth, good will towards man.” 

This sign represents “regeneration”, or re-birth, and reveals the necessity of “new dispensation.” The mystical gem of this constellation is the onyx, sometimes called chalcedony. Capricorn is the lowest emanation of the earthly trigon, and is the constellation of the planet Saturn. Upon the intellectual plane, Capricorn signifies external form, and those dominated by its influx are among the very lowest in the scale of true spirituality. The brain of this influence is ever on the alert to seize and take advantage of circumstances. The sign gives a purely scheming mentality; the intellectual nature is directed purely of selfish ends; the penetrating power of the mind is great. 

The natives are quick as lightening to see in others the weak points that they may work to their own advantage. They are indisposed to do any real hard work unless they see some great benefit therefrom in the immediate future. It is a very undesirable influence. Upon the physical plane, Capricorn generally gives a medium stature, slender, often ill proportioned; plain looking, energetic in their own interests, and indolent in the employ of others. Frequently these natives have a long sharp chin and slender nose, with small piercing eyes. They are almost always narrow chested. In disposition, they are crafty, subtle, reserved and often melancholy. At the same time, natives of Saturn are often miserly. Of plants, this sign rules hemlock, henbane, deadly nightshade and black poppy. Of stones, Capricorn governs coal and all Black ash coloured minerals. 

Art by Tori Meader

Source;

The Light of Egypt; Thomas Burgoyne