The Arrow's Ascent: Astrology & the Quest for Meaning (Paperback)

~ Eric Meyers (Author) "People that study astrology usually become overwhelmed by its enigmatic accuracy and often ponder the implications of its effectiveness..." (more)
Key Phrases: inerton field, glowing meadow, hidden inferno, South Node, North Node, Grand Cross (more...)

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"...a captivating writer with original insights into the metaphysical, scientific, mythic, poetic, and spiritual dimensions of astrology." -- Greg Bogart, author of Astrology and Meditation: The Fearless Contemplation of Change

"...a journey that will open new horizons of thought and written with remarkable talent." -- Maurice Fernandez, author of Neptune, Pisces and the 12th House

"...a renaissance mind embracing the whole astrological system -- a clear-minded poet that gets the synthesis across to the reader." -- Steven Forrest, author of The Inner Sky

"...a captivating writer with original insights into the metaphysical, scientific, mythic, poetic, and spiritual dimensions of astrology." -- Greg Bogart, author of Astrology and Meditation: The Fearless Contemplation of Change<br /><br />"...a journey that will open new horizons of thought and written with remarkable talent." -- Maurice Fernandez, author of Neptune, Pisces and the 12th House<br /><br />"...a renaissance mind embracing the whole astrological system -- a clear-minded poet that gets the synthesis across to the reader." --Steven Forrest, author of The Inner Sky

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In this creative and original work, Eric invites the reader on an adventure through the astrological system -- following the trajectory of the Sagittarian arrow as it ascends to the transpersonal before gliding back to view life anew. This is a philosophical discussion about our inherent connection to nature -- how astrology not only allows us to understand our evolutionary process but to partner with Spirit to expand and create our destiny.

One major theme is the integration of perspectives. True to the spirit of Uranus currently residing in Pisces, various fields are beginning to dissolve barriers and come together. Included are ways that astrology may join more with our wisdom traditions as well as science. The result is to move away from the confines of only viewing astrology in a 2-dimensional fashion, as we are accustomed to do with the analysis of charts. This is a multi-leveled and multidimensional vision of the system.

Most compellingly is the collaboration with paradigm changing research from physics, which irrefutably positions the psyche in complete consort with planetary energy in a most intimate way. Eric explains that with a mult-leveled approach, we can understand the symbolic nature of astrology while also preserving our fundamental connection to Nature that hosts us.

The spirit of the book is to question, to seek and to expand. Eric invites the reader to adapt an inquisitive approach as we strive to develop a holistic view of this fascinating existence. Instead of delivering the ideas dogmatically, the book asks the reader to check in with the self, to find one's own unique truth. Together we approach the awe of the universe -- and what is often marginalized is how emotional the quest can be. This book is written from the heart, a synthesis of both analytical and imaginative styles. Ideas are grounded through creative writing vignettes, examples from culture, prominent people and everyday life

The intended audience is open-minded spiritual seekers drawn to astrology who are willing and able to stretch their minds into new possibilities. The book is appropriate for astrology students and professionals interested in philosophical questions and dimensions of the field. It is for those who similarly believe that astrology is the philosopher's stone -- the agent or catalyst that brings clarity to our most ancient philosophical riddles.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 328 pages
• Publisher: Astrology Sight (May 31, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974776602
• ISBN-13: 978-0974776606
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,587,409 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Astrology for the philospopher, September 2, 2004

By	Iman "Marcus" (USA) - See all my reviews

I read this book with great enthusiasm. It responded to my personal need to correlate astrology with laws of existence. This book is about understanding the fundamentals of life through astrology; it is not an "easy tips" cookbook.