The Triplicities of the Elements
There are four active elements in Astrology – Fire, Water, Air and Earth which correspond to the Spiritual, Emotional, Mental and Physical aspects of your life. The proportions of these four elements in the chart express your fundamental way of perceiving the world. It helps to visualize this as being similar to wearing a pair of glasses that are “tinted” with these elements. The old saying: “She looked at the world through rose colored glasses” conveys the meaning of this aspect of your astrological profile. It is the “tint” which colors your daily experiences. These elements are expressed in the Natal Chart through what are termed “Triplicities”, groups of three Signs that share the same element.
The Elements are ancient conceptions that find a broad correspondence in the expression of the human experience of consciousness. Fire is an active energy associated with the force of will, goal directed activity, initiative and creativity. It corresponds with the suite of Wands in the Tarot. Individuals whose Fire element dominates in their chart tend to express initiative and leadership abilities. Earth expresses the action of the body, physicality, strength, growth and the material conditions of life. It is a stable and practical element which corresponds to the suite of Pentacles in the Tarot. The Earth element brings forth a practical, realistic and no nonsense approach to life. Air expresses the action of articulate thought. It is associated with plans, spoken and written communication and things of the mind. Air individuals tend to be very mental and live lives dominated by logic and reason. Swords are the suite of the Tarot to which this element corresponds. Water, the last of the four ancient elements, expresses the actions of the emotions. Water is love and affection, dreams, desires, pleasure, romance and friendship. Water is sensitive, compassionate and intuitive and finds expression in the Tarot suite of Cups. Those who are predominately water live through feeling and value the imagination and often express what they feel through artistic creations or compassionate service to others such as participation in charitable or philanthropic activities.
The Fire Triplicity
In the Natal Chart, the Fire Triplicity is comprised of three Signs: Aries, Leo and Sagittarius. Fire is the most active of all of the astrological elements and expresses an active, creative and spiritual energy. It is the symbol of the will and of action and individuals with this dominant element in their Natal Chart tend to be outgoing, active, energetic, dynamic and spirited. They are enthusiastic and creative individuals who possess leadership potential and who approach life in a positive and aggressive manner.
