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Action Quote by Friedrich Schiller

“The empire of Saturnus is gone by; Lord of the secret birth of things is he; Within the lap of earth, and in the depths Of the imagination dominates; And his are all things that eschew the light. The time is o'er of brooding and contrivance, For Jupiter, the lustrous, lordeth now, And the dark…” quote by Friedrich Schiller
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“The empire of Saturnus is gone by; Lord of the secret birth of things is he; Within the lap of earth, and in the depths Of the imagination dominates; And his are all things that eschew the light. The time is o'er of brooding and contrivance, For Jupiter, the lustrous, lordeth now, And the dark work, complete of preparation, He draws by force into the realm of light. Now must we hasten on to action, ere The scheme, and most auspicious positure Parts o'er my head, and takes once more its flight, For the heavens journey still, and adjourn not.”

Friedrich Schiller

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown, attributed to Schiller

The passage describes a cosmic shift where Saturn's influence wanes and Jupiter's power rises, urging swift action before the new order solidifies.

In simple terms: A change of power from Saturn to Jupiter demands quick response.

Key Takeaway

Act promptly before the new era settles.

Themes

change power action myery

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decision making
  • strategic planning
  • spiritual awakening

Key Concepts

mythology astrology transformation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this cosmic shift reflect personal change?
  • What actions can you take now?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may be obscure for practical guidance.

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