The sign of Capricorn within the
Astrological zodiac dates back to at least some 4,000 years. It is known
that the Sumerians placed a great emphasis upon this particular time of the
period. During their age, the winter solstice occurred within Capricorn.
On this date, many cultures of the ancient world would perform elaborate
rituals and carry out sacrifices.
The association of the goat with Capricorn clearly dates back to ancient
Babylon, at least. The Greeks related the sign to the horned god Pan. The
image of the hybrid goat-fish creature corresponds to the tale of Pan's encounter
with the beast Typhon..Attempting to escape the dreaded monster, Pan turned
his lower half into a fish, in order to swiftly swim away. However, here
again, the association of Capricorn with water, also dates to earlier cultures.
The Egyptians and Chinese recognized this period as the commencement of the
much anticipated rainy season. Immediately following Capricorn are Aquarius,
the water bearer, pouring moisture upon the earth, and Pisces, the fish,
immersed in the unseen life giving forces of water
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