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Like this: Like Loading With these thoughts in mind, let us now explore the metaphors which are related to, and associated with, the Symbol of the Lighthouse.
Storms consist of both wind air and rain water. And as air is the element representing the mind, and water is the element representing the emotions, storms symbolize agitated thoughts and emotions. Metaphorically, storms are our Inner Demons which torment both our mind and our Subconscious. The rocks, reefs and shallow waters symbolize the final dangers and miseries which seem to accompany the end of any turbulent voyage.
Just as the saying, "its always darkest before the dawn", things always seem the most dangerous and hopeless as we reach the end of an emotional turmoil. This is the point when we feel like tossing up our hands and giving up.
However, it is just after this point that our problems become solved, our crises wane and we attain that new clarity and understanding which we have been so desperately Seeking. The Strength of the Lighthouse is Symbolized by its location. It is erected at the highest point of land which is closest to the sea and its dangers. Its circular construction makes it impervious to the most bitter gales which time and nature can hurl at it.
As the Circle is a Symbol of Divinity, the circular structure of the Lighthouse Symbolizes stable and reliable Spiritual Guidance during our mental and emotional storms. The Beacon is the Guiding Light, the Illuminated Eye, which shines in all directions and enables all who are adrift at sea to use it as a focal point in order to steer to the calm waters of the safe harbor which the Lighthouse oversees.
Therefore the Symbol of the Lighthouse reminds us that, regardless of how turbulent our emotional seas may become, we need only focus on the Guiding Light of the Spiritual Lighthouse within us. Our Inner Lighthouse is our inner strength; it is our God-within; it is our Atman. Our inner Lighthouse is also our spiritual guide which safely directs us to that peaceful port-of-call which resides within each and every one of us; a port-of-call that provides us with calm waters, safe harbor and emotional tranquility from the turbulent seas which are currently surrounding us.
Once we are safe within our Harbor of Tranquility we are better able to evaluate the emotional tides and currents which are temporarily disturbing our voyage. If you appreciate my writing, consider donating and make my day. Thank you in advance. Share this: Tweet. This entry was posted in Lighthouse and tagged Alexandria , Carl Jung , depth psychology , fire , Heraclitus , individuation , Lighthouse , Pharos , symbolism , symbols , the unconscious , Vesta.
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