Land designation. Elemental symbols. What is PEN

These are simple, everyday people who do not make grandiose plans, and always understand reality, no matter how harsh it may be. They do not tend to indulge in trifles; they are down-to-earth signs who consider dreams only a whim. they perceive only what they can see, hear, touch. They believe only in facts and direct evidence; there is very little room in their soul for flights of fancy.

There is a huge positive side to these qualities - while others are chatting, Earth signs are doing and making their plans come true. They are usually proud and independent, preferring to rely only on themselves, without trusting others.

These people need to choose representatives of the elements of Earth and Water. They will also find contact with representatives of Fire if they can coexist with them in constant fun and revelry. Or with air representatives, enduring sudden outbursts of either laughter or aggression.

Earthly zodiac signs have a number of advantages: practicality, reliability, rationality and being able to live smarter on your income rather than borrowing or taking out loans. They do not expect too much from this life and rely only on their own strengths. They are persistent, consistent, very hardworking, and can stand up for themselves and their loved ones.

There are also negative features. Earth signs are quite boring and stingy not only in material terms, but also in emotions. They are stubborn, pessimistic about the world around them, and sometimes cruel to themselves and others. They have no imagination, people are simply bored of being in the same company with them. They don't keep up the conversation and can be rude. We can say that the Earths simply do not know how to communicate with people and be in society.

The most comfortable place to live is your own house with a very small garden plot. These signs love to tinker in the ground, plant plants, and harvest crops.

As for employment and employment, they will only be able to work in a stable and reliable enterprise; they won’t even get involved in small organizations, everything there is too shaky and unclear.

Capricorn. He is practical and punctual. The character is punchy. People like him achieve great heights in their own business or good career growth. He is valued by his superiors and feared by his colleagues and subordinates. Gives the impression of a cold and hard person. But this is only for strangers. In the circle of family, next to loved ones, it opens up from a completely different side. Tenderness and love appear in the eyes, the smile does not leave the face. For those around him, he is simple and at the same time honest and reliable; his loved ones always know that he will support them in difficult times and protect them.

Calf. Extremely hardworking Earth signs. He strives to do this with all his efforts, he is ready to sleep and live at work for the sake of his goal. If Taurus has something in mind, he will show all his persistence and achieve his goal. He thinks only with his own head and does not listen to the advice of others; quite often he goes ahead and over the heads of other people. It is almost impossible to unsettle him. People like him do not forget insults. In marriage he is very jealous, which can torment his half. At the same time fair and inquisitive.

Virgo. This sign is analytical and excellent at logical thinking and reasoning. He values ​​erudite people and those with broad interests. People of this sign love themselves very much and constantly strive for perfection. If Virgo does something, the result will always be perfect; it simply cannot be any other way. All these qualities contribute to achieving considerable heights in many areas. This is the result of a lot of work on oneself and constant improvement of acquired skills.

Knowledge about the forces of nature takes its origins from Ancient Egypt, where the Great Initiate lived and wrote his works. On the basis of Hermeticism, a mystical science was formed - alchemy, the purpose of which was to show the ways to comprehend the essence of things.

An element is a state of space, which is a consequence of the work of certain principles of the Universe. Symbols of the elements are designations of these principles or primary elements from which all substances of the cosmos are formed.

4 main states of space:

• hot;
• cold;
• dry;
• wet.

An elemental element is formed as a result of the interaction of a pair of principles. By changing one principle in a pair, you can transform one element of the element into another.

Alchemical symbols of the four elements

Elemental principles:

• Earth: dry and cold;
• Water: wet and cold;
• Air: warm and humid;
• Fire: warm and dry.

If we add up all the symbols of the elements into a single figure, we get a six-pointed star - a symbol of perfect form.

The six-pointed star is a symbol of the unity of the 4 elements of nature

But any form, even the most perfect, is dead if it is not filled with life. In ancient philosophies and alchemy, the spiritualizing element is ether or the holy spirit - the great force of creativity. The unity of the spirit and body of the Universe is symbolically indicated by a six-pointed star with a dot in the center. The point is the designation of the fifth element of the universe.

Earth symbols

Qualities: feminine, passive, hard, indestructible I.

1. Archetype: Great Mother, feminine

Earth element- the material basis and foundation of life. Her image is nature, a fertile mother.

Archetypal symbols of the earth: Theotokos, patron goddess of the harvest, Great Cosmic Mother.

Archetypal correspondences of the earth element: 1) Third Arcana of the Tarot “Empress”; 2) Goddess of fertility Demeter; 3) Holy Mother of God.

2. Shape: cube, diamond

A common symbol of the earth is the cube - the most stable figure in three-dimensional space. The cubic shape is inherent in the crystal lattice of diamond, a stone consisting of the densest concentration of carbon atoms. The earth symbol can also be any ordered structure or symmetrical shape.

3. Numbers: 6 and 4

Number 6 - the sign of perfect form is one of the symbols of the earth. The following figures also correspond to this element: a hexagon and a six-pointed star. Six is ​​also related to the cube - a geometric figure with 6 sides.

The square and its corresponding number 4 are also associated with the element of earth. A square is one of the projections of a cube on a plane. It symbolizes: connection with matter, the physical world, the physical body, stability, endurance and constancy.

Symbols of the earth: 1) Six-pointed star. 2) Diamond crystal lattice. 3) A vortex at the north pole of Saturn in the form of a regular hexagon.

4. Side of the world and time: north, winter, night

The element of earth corresponds to the solid state of matter. Naturally, the cardinal direction of this element is North, where everything is covered with ice; Season – winter; The time of day is night.

5. Planets: Saturn and Venus

Due to its hardness and stability, the element of earth is associated with Saturn, the planet of restrictions and order. Saturn is the indestructible rock of the Supreme Law, which no one can escape.

Qualities of Saturn: severity, order, state, power, conscience, law, wisdom, old age, restrictions, karma, thoroughness, asceticism.

The splendor of forms is one of the aspects of the material world. Therefore, the element of earth is also associated with Venus, the ancient Roman goddess of love and beauty.

Planets of the earth element: Saturn and Venus and their symbolic designations

6. Sphere of existence: material world, nature

In the Tree of Life system, the principles of the earth reflect two spheres of existence: Binah - the Great Mother and Malkuth - Mother Nature.

7. Chakra: muladhara

The earth is a symbol of the material nature of our world. Therefore, this element corresponds to the energy center responsible for survival instincts.

Water symbols

Qualities: feminine, passive, soft, flexible.

1. Shape: bowls and vessels

The symbol of water can be a bowl, a jug or a sea shell. The bowl is also a symbol of the feminine principle, reproductive forces and abundance. Water is the principle of eternal life and motherhood.

2. Sphere of existence: astral world

The water element on the Tree of Life represents the spheres of Yesod, which means “form.” Here we are talking about astral forms formed in the interaction of feelings and logic.

Water is a symbol of the depths of the subconscious, insight and clairvoyance. This element connects us with the world of dreams and visions, with the sphere of astral forms.

Contemplation of the water surface was often used in the practice of foresight. Peering into the depths of the water, the soothsayer saw sacred symbols and mystical images that emerged from his subconscious mind and which were the answers to the question posed.

Symbols of water: fish, sea shell, bowl.

3. Time and place: west, autumn, evening

The rainiest time of the year, autumn, is associated with water. This season corresponds to the time of day - evening, cardinal direction - west. Autumn is also the time of harvesting and summing up the results of the year. And fertility and harvest are also one of the symbols of water, as mentioned above.

4. Planets: Moon and Neptune

The planet Moon corresponds to the water element. The Moon is the patroness of femininity, motherhood, emotions, feelings and intuition.

The water element also protects the planet Neptune. This planet is associated with the psyche, fantasies and dreams. Qualities of Neptune: a tendency towards mysticism, illusions, deceptive visions, mystery and nebula, but also spirituality, connection with the Higher Self, meditative mind.

Water planets: Neptune and Moon

5. Chakras: Ajna and Swadhisthana

Water qualities are inherent in two energy centers: and Ajna. The first is responsible for emotions, receiving pleasure, and the desire to procreate. The second chakra - Ajna - is water, as a symbol of clairvoyance and insight.

Air symbols

Qualities: masculine, active, agile

1. Shape: sword

Air is associated with quickness of thought and sharpness of mind. In accordance with this, symbols of air are swords, pikes and other piercing and cutting objects.

The sword pointing downwards denotes the descent of the creative divine will onto the earth. A sword raised with its tip up is a sign of war and destruction.

2. Essence: freedom and spirit

The white bird is a symbolic image of the spirit. In the esoteric sense, this is a conscious creative act or action aimed at creation. In the Christian tradition, the Holy Spirit is depicted as a white dove. And in Ancient Egypt, the hawk was a symbol of the human soul. In many traditions, the bird acts as a symbol of air - a link between heaven and earth, between the spiritual and the physical.

3. Phenomenon: wind

Air has the qualities of lightness, mobility and speed. At the same time, it can be changeable and sudden, destructive and unpredictable. The symbol of air contains phenomena from a light breeze to a giant tornado. Air is movement in all its manifestations.

Air symbols: 1) Whirlwind; 2) Sword topped with a crown; 3) The white bird is a sign of the Holy Spirit.

4. Place and time: east, spring, morning

Air is the element of youth and new birth. Therefore, it is often associated with the east - the place where the Sun is born every morning. In accordance with this, the time of year of the air element is spring, the time of day is morning.

5. Planet: Mercury

One of the symbols of the air element is the planet closest to the Sun - Mercury. Mercury in ancient Roman mythology was the patron of trade and travel, a mediator between gods and people. His attribute is the Caduceus: a club with two snakes entwined around it and crowned with wings.

Qualities of Mercury: speed, cunning, resourcefulness, dexterity, wisdom, intelligence, eloquence, perfect mind, changeability.

The god of the air element is Mercury and his attributes: the caduceus and flying sandals with wings.

6. Chakras: Anahata and Vishuddha

Symbols of air are also the respiratory organs and their corresponding energy centers: anahata and vishuddha. – the heart chakra, located in the center of the chest and is responsible for breathing, the manifestation of unconditional love and compassion. Vishuddha is the throat chakra, located in the thyroid gland and has the function of creative self-expression and connected speech.

Fire symbols

Qualities: active, masculine, fast, cleansing.

1. Shape: wands

In ancient times, the rod, as an attribute of power and magical power, belonged to the spiritual caste of priests. This symbol is a designation of the highest element in the hierarchy - fire. The rod also symbolizes the masculine active principle, the divine spark, the creative idea that gave rise to the entire Universe.

2. Place and time: South, day, summer

The symbol of fire corresponds to the hottest side of the world - South, the time of year - summer and the time of day - day. These symbols of fire indicate its burning nature and the destructive aspect of the element. The sun's rays can give life, but also take it away.

3. Phenomena: lightning, explosion, flame

The element of fire can manifest different aspects of its character. The qualities of phenomena determine the qualities of the corresponding fire symbols.

• A sunbeam is a sign of the Creator’s light, a symbol of his pristine pure nature.
• Lightning is an idea, a thought born in the Supreme Consciousness, which gave birth to the world.
• An erupting volcano is a symbol of anger, rage, rage, and the destructive power of fire.
• A candle flame is a symbol of faith and spirituality, a guiding light, hope, the light of truth in the darkness.

Various forms of manifestation of the element of fire: fire flame, electric lightning discharge, volcano explosion

4. Planets: Mars, Sun

The destructive qualities of fire are most manifested in the nature of Mars. The planet Mars is a symbol of an uncontrollable and raging fire that incinerates everything around. In Ancient Rome, Mars was the god of war and destruction. And at the same time, he was honored as the patron and protector of Ancient Rome.

Another symbol of fire is the Sun. The energy of the Sun gives life. This planet is the center and reason for the existence of life on our earth. In ancient times, the sun was often identified with the Creator himself. In ancient Egypt, the luminary was called by the name of Ra - and the creator of the world.

Planets of the fire element: the Sun and Mars and their astrological symbols.

5. Chakras: manipura, muladhara, ajna, sahasrara

The symbol of fire can carry a variety of qualities. Accordingly, in the energy structure of a person this element is reflected in several centers at once.

Manipura - the solar plexus chakra carries solar qualities: generosity, leadership, will, primacy, nobility, desire for power. Muladhara contains the energy of Mars, manifested in the penetrating force and power of basic instincts. Ajna is heavenly fire, the electrical nature of thought. Sahasrara - the cosmic chakra - is a connection with the Creator Himself, who is the truth, the source and the cause.

Before you understand where and how grounding points and the common wire are depicted, you need to understand what they are.
According to the definition, the common wire (ground, body) denotes the point at which the electric potential is taken to be zero. According to this, all other values ​​in the circuit are measured relative to this point, called the common wire.

As a rule, the common wire in circuits is the one against which all circuit voltages are measured. In electronic circuits, this function is not always carried by the negative pole. There are many circuits in which this function is assigned to the positive wire, while for circuits that have bipolar power supply (that is, power supply via the +-Upit system), the common wire is the common point of the power sources.

In other words, the common wire of a circuit can be called the conductor to which the largest number of terminals of the entire circuit converge. This concept was precisely introduced in order to simplify the process of drawing and reading circuits (after all, instead of laying conductors to it, a sign consisting of a vertical line going into the middle of a horizontal line is often simply drawn), at the same time this allows you to save space on the circuit drawing.

In relation to small-sized electronic circuits, which are made on boards using printed wiring, the common wire (also known as grounding) is made in the form of a copper substrate. In addition, conductors for this purpose on printed circuit boards, as a rule, have a fairly large area (much larger than that of other conductors). In relation to any electrical (or electronic) circuit, the common wire (aka ground) is such a convenient thing that reading any circuits if they do not have this element is significantly difficult and inconvenient.

For circuits intended to operate at high speeds, it has long been an axiom that every square millimeter of the board that does not have electronic components or conductors should be filled with a polygon intended for a ground wire. If this is not done, the result can be very disastrous. However, there are cases in which it is quite difficult (and sometimes impossible) to follow these rules (for example, when the installation is quite dense). To overcome this complexity, it is necessary to reduce the installation density, thereby allocating more space for the “common wire”. An example of maximum filling of a grounding (ground) polygon can easily be any industrial-type printed circuit board (for example, the “signet” of any tape recorder or TV). If you need to find the common wire on such boards, then by poking at the conductor with the largest area, we will get to the common wire.

With numbers it’s a little different, although it’s also not complicated: here it’s enough to calculate the point at which the capacitors (non-polar) that are necessarily present in almost every digital circuit and installed in parallel with the power supply of each digital microcircuit converge.

Typically, in industrial automation, all systems have both an analog and a digital part. For this reason, interference induced by the digital part of the circuit may occur. In order to get rid of the interference induced by the digital part of the equipment on the rest of the circuit as much as possible, the common wire of the analog part is disconnected from the digital part as much as possible, making sure that the “ground” from the “digital” is connected to the “ground” from the “analog” only at one single point, located as close as possible to the common wire of the power source. And they are designated differently: AGND– common wire of analogue type, then, as, DGND– respectively digital.

Now let’s look at how it is customary to designate different types of common wires and grounding points on diagrams.
According to the ESKD, the point relative to which all voltages and currents of the circuit are measured is considered common and is indicated by a vertical line touching a short horizontal line (sometimes short lines inclined to the right extend from this line). The point to be connected to the ground electrode is designated in the same way, with the difference that two more are located under the horizontal line, forming a triangle in total with the first (the second is shorter than the first, and the third is shorter than the second).

In foreign circuits, in addition, there is also a distinction between the common wire of analog and digital types: the analog common wire is indicated in the form of a vertical dash ending with a filled equilateral triangle, the apex of which is directed downward, whereas in digital form this dash ends only with the outline of such triangle. In any case, if a separate common wire is used for digital and analog, then on the diagrams the developers try to indicate what type of common wire is used: AGND or DGND.

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For ease of installation, any electrical cable is made with multi-colored insulation on the cores. When installing standard electrical wiring, three-core cables are usually used (phase, neutral, ground).

Phase ("L", "Line")

The main wire in the cable is always the phase. The word "phase" itself means "live wire", "active wire" and "line". Most often it comes in strictly defined colors. In the distribution panel, the phase wire, before going to the consumer, is connected through a residual current device (RCD, fuse), and phase switching occurs in it. Attention! The bare phase is no joke, so in order not to confuse the phase with anything else, remember: the phase contacts are always marked with the Latin symbol “L”, and the phase wire can be red, brown, white or black! If you are not sure about this or the wiring is arranged differently, then purchase a screwdriver with a simple phase indicator. By touching the bare conductor with its tip, you can always find out whether it is a phase or not by the characteristic glow of the indicator. It’s better to immediately contact a qualified specialist.

Zero ("N", "Neutre", "Neutral", "Neutral" "Zero")

The second important wire is the neutral, popularly known as the “wire without current”, “passive wire” and “neutral”. It only happens blue. In apartment distribution panels it must be connected to the zero bus, it is marked with the symbol “N”. At the socket, the neutral wire is connected to the contacts, also marked with the sign “N”.

Ground ("G", "T", "Terre" "Ground", "gnd" and "Earth")

Ground wire insulation can only be yellow with green stripe. In the distribution panel it is connected to the grounding bus, to the door and body of the panel. In sockets, grounding is connected to contacts marked with the Latin symbol “G” or with a sign in the form of an inverted and briefly underlined letter “T”. Typically, grounding contacts are visible and can protrude from sockets, becoming accessible to children, which sometimes causes shock to many parents; however, these contacts are not dangerous, although sticking your fingers there is still not recommended.


Attention! When working with live electrical networks, there is always a high probability of electric shock or fire. Even if an RCD is installed, it is strongly recommended to follow all safety precautions! It is known that the special design of such a switch checks the synchronism of the phase and zero operation, and if the RCD detects a phase current leak without returning some of its percent to zero, it will immediately break the contact, which will save a person’s life; however, if you touch not only the phase, but also zero, then the RCD will not save you. Touching both wires is deadly!!!

Energy matrix of the Earth's body form lines of force that reflect its dynamic and physical principle.
It is very important for a complete understanding to take into account that the Earth is not a completely homogeneous, smooth energy sphere on which all energy zones are distributed evenly over the entire surface. In addition, the Earth with its energy network is not isolated from the vast galactic-cosmic system, which has subtle energy connections that have a strong impact on the life of the Earth and its inhabitants, as well as on its development.
As in all phenomena of the Universe, there is also an analogy with the anatomy of the human body, in which energy supply and its balance, as well as communication with the surrounding space, are carried out through a system of chakras, points and meridians.

The solid body of the Earth has its centers at the intersection of lines of force, which have a certain location. Through these centers there is a relationship with energies coming from outside. They are vortexes that receive energy and radiate it. The force centers of the Earth are analogous to the nerve centers and chakras on our body.

The four kingdoms of nature - minerals, plants, animals and humans - each individually represent an energy center in the body of the Earth.

The Earth's ley lines are basically the etheric body of the Earth's spirit. According to its structure, each line is formed by two vortices, one tends to direct energy inward, and the other emits energy into the atmosphere. The internal vortex is formed from the energies of human feelings (emotions, thinking, spirit, etc.), the external one personifies will, strength, aspirations.

It is necessary to point out here that when we talk about the spirit of the Earth, similar to when we talk about the human spirit, we mean the real energy of vibrations or waves, energy of high frequency, but not perceived by our five senses. It is this highest energy that is the basis of life. Spirit is the manifestation of any life through form.

When characterizing the element of Earth, it is necessary to add that the signs of this element carry out practical, material embodiments of ideas and achieve their concrete results.
They have constancy in achieving goals, retain the strength and stability of images in their minds. They are characterized by conservatism, which is similar to a durable and harmoniously frozen crystal, personifying the principle of Saturn.

People of the Earth element characterized by materiality and inertia. They perceive everything new very slowly, but if they have already studied an issue or business and decided for themselves that it should be implemented, they do it with great accuracy, perseverance and rare efficiency.
They are characterized by concreteness of thinking, constancy of character without emotional swings and reliability.
They do not have impulsive impulses towards the new, unknown, like people of Fire, but they have an excellent ability to calmly and painstakingly carry out work with which they are familiar, and they can endlessly perform monotonous, monotonous work and this never tires them or causes stress , for example, working on a stream or conveyor.

They prefer to settle down, they are not excited by foreign countries and travel, even moving from one apartment to another is a problem for them, and moving to another city is regarded as a global catastrophe. Therefore, they categorically reject and resist any decisive actions that could change the rhythmic order of their lives.

It would be a good idea to take this fact into account when applying for jobs that involve business trips, since people of this element are very difficult to climb. They seem to be detached from those around them, they try not to get along with people, because... this subconsciously frightens them with all sorts of changes.

But this is only externally - behind the wall of inaccessibility, coldness and calmness there is an emotional flame, their inner life is extremely rich and fruitful. These are deep natures who are capable of great love and forgiveness for those they love, but they never forgive betrayal and cannot forgive and forget meanness towards themselves.

They are very resilient and patient towards everyone around them, but they never change their attitude towards people who they somehow dislike or dislike, sometimes showing simply open hostility.
As a rule, they do not take any part in disputes, discussions, debates at work, they avoid all meetings and social events, but sometimes, to the great surprise of those around them, they suddenly offer the most thoughtful and constructive solutions.

Their spiritual qualities: patience, obedience, calmness, endurance in struggle and hardship are symbols of Christianity. By the way, Jesus Christ was a Capricorn.

Taurus- a very bright representative of the Earth trine, followed by his reliable partners - Virgo, Capricorn.
The scope of their activities is very wide - from the extraction of minerals and metals to trade, industry and art.


For people of this element, when treating, diagnosing and medical prognosis, it is necessary to take into account their tendency to diseases of bones and joints, metabolic disorders with the formation of stones in the gallbladder and kidney system, salt deposition, and the formation of calluses caused by impaired potassium metabolism.

People of the earth element have a dense, stable constitution, can withstand physical fatigue for a long time, quickly restore strength, but if they already get sick, they get sick for a long time and seriously, and recover slowly. You need to know this and, if possible, adhere to a reasonable rhythm of work and rest.

The element of Earth is yellow in color and has a sweet (sugary, starchy) taste. When meditating on this element, you can imagine yourself immersed in the earth or something solid (mineral, clay).