This word also had other meanings such as son, beast, wisdom, anti-christ, and the unity of the race of mankind. Here we see again, how the ancients hid esoteric mysteries in seemingly commonplace language. The convoluted meanings of this passage of Revelations challenged me to explore the possibilities of astrological connections, especially from the esoteric point of view. It seemed clear to me that the zodiacal sign Cancer is most related to that passage in Revelations. It is through the sign Cancer that each soul first enters into incarnation.
Numerologists consider the number four to be related to the material plane.
And, Cancer is linked to nurturing, domesticity, and to the ebb and flow of emotions. It is usually associated with the developed protective instincts for self and family. The higher evolutionary stage is the double-six or 66. Here, nurturing becomes universal love and service extends beyond the family and even beyond the community. Neptune and the Moon combine to produce an inspired, soul-infused personality whose open arms and heart embrace all humanity.