3. Savarkar y la creación del Hindudom: la patria irracional y razonable de los Hindús
3.4 La vida de la Hindutva: la Nación Hindú Más Allá de Savarkar
- A multi-facet gem with nobility
Born on May 7th 1861, Calcutta, India.
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Time Zone - 5hr 54min 28secsRabindranath Tagore, the Nobel laureate poet, writer, philosopher was the ambassador of Indian culture to the rest of the world. He is probably the most prominent figure in the cultural world of Indian subcontinent and the first Asian man to be awarded with Nobel prize. Even though he is mainly known as a poet, his multifaceted talent showered upon different branches of art, such as, novels, short stories, dramas, articles, essays, painting etc. And his songs, popularly known as Rabindrasangeet, have an eternal appeal and is permanently placed in the heart of the Bengalis. He was a social reformer, patriot and above all, a great humanitarian and philosopher. India and Bangladesh - the national anthems of these two countries are his composition.
During his stay in England he translated Gitanjali into English, with forewords by W.B. Yeats, an Irish poet, dramatist and prose writer, and one of the greatest English-language poets of the 20th century. Just one year after its publication (1912), he became the first Asiatic recipient of Nobel prize in literature. The British royalty honored him as a knight in 1915. However, quite conscientiously he relinquished his knighthood in 1919 as a protest against the massacre of Amritsar, where 400 Indians demonstrating against colonial laws were slaughtered by the English soldiers
After achieving worldwide fame, Rabindranath traveled and lectured extensively in Asia, Europe and America. Among the countries he traveled were: Bulgaria, Canada, Czechslovakia, Denmark, Egypt, Greece, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Indonesia, Malaysia, Norway, Romania, Russia, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Thailand.
The Effect Of The Fixed Stars In The Chart Of Rabindranath Tagore
The Chart Of Gurudev Has Fixed Stars On All The Angles.
1. Ascendant on : Baten Kaitos (19
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) of the nature of Saturn, in the Constellation of Cetus (the Whale) indicating a charitable nature, ability to attract crowds, makes one prudent , happy; along with the saturnine qualities of solitude and simplicity are forced onto such people either by a mundane power or higher power.Baten Kaitos (the star of commanding ability)in the constellation of Cetus, the Whale takes us back to the Belly of the whale myth of Jonah in the Bible is typical of the initiation rules of death and rebirth. In Mathew 12.40, Jesus said “For as Jonah was 3 days and 3 nights in the whale’s belly, so shall the Son of man be 3 days and 3 nights in the hearth of the earth. Several theologists believed that the whale that swallowed Jonah was the symbol of God the Father, who a hapless prophet was
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thrown overboard, accepted Jonah into his own nature, until a place of safety was reached. The ‘great fish’ represents darkness of ignorance which engulfs man when he thrown over the side of the ship (birth) into the sea (life). This constellation also indicates pioneers, laws of benefit to the community, civil rights, animal rights, freedom from t he serfs.
2. The Xth cusp (known as the Karmasthan or Culmination) at 2
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falls on Kaus Medius 2^J
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in the constellation of Delta Saggittarus of the nature of Mars and Mercury. This star conveys a sense of strength with flexibility, people who put force behind their reasoning and yet are flexible. Ebertin says that they are promoters of idealistic and humane ideas, promoters of mental stimuli, enterprise and a sense of justice.3. The IVth cusp falls on Propus (1
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) and R.H. Allen says that this star givees life of eminence to those born under its influence. They can express ideas in reasonable and acceptable ways because of their manifest intelligence.4. The VIIth cusp falls on Foramen (20
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) in the constellation of Carina and of the nature of Jupiter and Saturn giving strength of mind and spirit, dignity, piety and usefulness.The Other Cusps :
IInd cusp falls on the following Three Stars:
Zaurak (21
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) of the nature of Saturn in the constellation of Eridanus named after the river god,the son of Oceans and Tethys, associated with many geographical rivers: the Nile, the Euphrates, the Po, the Rhone, the Ebro, the Huag He (Yellow River). The symbolism of rivers and running water is simultaneously that of Universal Potentiality and that of the fluidity of forms, of fertility, death and renewal. The river flowing and merging with the sea is attainment of Nirvana.Capulus (22
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) of the nature of Mars and Mercury in the constellation of Perseus (the champion, the rescuer) giving an intelligent, strong, bold and adventurous nature. It is indicative of events affecting large number of people. The legend of Perseus is linked with David with the head of Goliath; whereas some say of it as Apostle Paul with his Sword and Book. Goliath is considered as a Philistine or barbarian. He was slain by David, the enlightened, who was good at playing the harp (music). If music is the food of the soul, then go on and give the best of it. Saul was considered to be one of the greatest persecutors of the early Christians. Through the divine cosmic power he was given wisdom and he later championed the cause of Christianity through his preaching and letter by the name Paul, the Lion of God. Gurudev wanted enlightenment, through education and music (Shantiniketan). His intelligence captured the masses not only in India but all over the world. The Swiss call India the Land of Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore.Segin (23
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) of the nature of Saturn and Venus in the constellatiuon of Cassieopia. The Greeks at one time knew it as the ‘Laconian Key’, the key of invention. Cassiopia is also the Enthroned Queen. The throne symbolizes balance of the cosmos, achieved by complete integration of the opposites. It supports aspiration towards supreme knowledge through mastery of the cosmic energy. It symbolizes the culminating state of universal manifestation, bringing balance and harmony in its followers. It is remniscent of the Hindu and Buddhist symbol of the lotus that blossoms on the surface of the water. The throne is the epitome of the universe decorated with anornament which conjures the elements of the cosmos. Gurudev was blessed knowledge and wisdom and is an advanced soul and forerunner who propogated that true independence was the elimination of ignorance, superstition and elevation of the soul.IIIrd cusp falls on the following 4 stars: Bellatrix the star of advancement and success) (19
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) the Orion star of the nature of Mars and Mercury indicating strength and dignity.Peeople with positive properties will lead themselves to advancement and success in writing and publishing.
Arnes (19
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) in the constellation of Lepus, of the nature of Saturn and Mercury. Lepus the hare had a geat reward for his sacrifice from Indira by a place in the Moon and the Moon is called ‘Sasanka’, “Marked with the Hare”. In Chinese the Hare represents the Yin lunar power for it mixes the elixir of immortality.Capella (the star of literary and poetical ability) (19
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) the sixth largest star in the sky in the constellation of Auriga of the nature of Mars and Mercury, wwhich gives wealth, renown, public position of trust an eminent friends, very fond of knowledge and novelties. Phact (20^
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)(the star indicating appreciation for form as well as artistic talents) in the constellatXion of Alpha Columba and of the nature of Venus and Mercury, gives beneficiance, hopefulness, good fortune, rhythmics and artistic talents. This star confers interest in science, touch of genius and mediumship.Al Hecka (22
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) is in the constellation of Zeta Taurus of the nature of Mars. In Indian astronomy the constellation of Taurus was represented by an elephant and alternately the bull – both having two horns or two tusks. At times the bull instead of being presented as an enemy is a friend who helps in crossing, the bull itself is identified with the hero and becomes the actor of the triumphant crossing.The Luminaries on the fixed Stars:
The Sun on Rucha 15
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in the constellation of Cassiopeia and of the nature of Saturn and Venus giving the power of commanding respect.The Moon on Alpherats 11
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in the constellation of Alpha Andromeda, bestowing purity of thought, virtue, honour and dignity upon the native.- 170 - The Other Planets And The Node On The Fixed Stars :
Neptune on Daneb Kaitos (Difda) 00Ari37.31 gives inventive ability.
.Mercury on Mira 29
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in the constellation of Cetus, corresponding to Saturn and Jupiter. Connected with a well-placed Saturn and Jupiter, it means prudence, perseverance, versatility, a progressive spirit and endurance in solving difficulties.Uranus on Tabit 9
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is of the nature of Jupiter and Saturn in the constellation of the Orion, giving a strong and dignified nature, self-confidence, prosperity in trade and voyages, or abroad.Mars on Alnilam 21
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in the constellation of Epsilon Orion and of the nature of Jupiter and Saturn, gives public honours.Jupiter on the star of Tania Borealis 18
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in the constellation of Ursa Major of the nature of Saturn and Mercury making one quiet, prudent and patient and also on Algenubi l8^
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in the constellation of Leo and of the nature of Saturn and Mars, making one bold, bombastic and conferring artistic expression and the power of expression.The Xth house is the Karmasthan and Rahu is said to open the gates of destiny. It is placed in Capricorn, the sign of ambition, discipline, perserverance and organization. Rahu is on Sheliak (17
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) in the constellation of Beta Lyra of the nature of Venus and Mercury. According to Ptolemy Lyra (musical instrument) gives poetical, harmonious and developed nature, fond of music and apt in science and art.Further, Rahu falls on Sheliak (16
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) a star that favours arts. Rahu is trine to the Sun. Venus and Mercury, all in the sign of art and creativity. Rahu’s dispositor Saturn is also trine Mercury, lord of the third house, which also assists to give expression and form to shape.Having so many fixed stars on the four angles, second and third cusps, the luminaries and other planets, and being from the house of culture, music, literature and social reforms, small wonder that Gurudev has made an impact on Indian culture and the literature of the world. As portrayed above his life is woven with mystery and astounding qualities that even the barbarians and philistines could not erase his works and he has left everlasting prints on the footprints of time that will outlast all the monuments of marbles, till the end of times.