In Anthroposophy: our first condition of consciousness — i.e.,the first mega-phase of our evolution,the first incarnation of the solar system. Old Saturn is spiritually connected to,but different from,the planet Saturn that exists in today's solar system.
"Term for a soul who has incarnated many times on this earth,and has presumably gained much wisdom...." 73 p. 150[In Anthroposophy,many reincarnations do not necessarily indicate upward progress or accumulation of knowledge. A soul may get stuck at a certain level,reincarnating there many times. A soul may also evolve downward (devolve),moving toward ignorance,self-centeredness,and animality.]
In Anthroposophy: our second condition of consciousness — i.e.,the second mega-phase of our evolution,the second incarnation of the solar system. Old Sun is spiritually connected to,but different from,the Sun that exists in today's solar system.
This is the Christian designation of the Hebrew Bible — the books in the Christian Bible that precede the New Testament. Bible stories,especially from the Old Testament,are often told to young Waldorf students,along with myths and other tales having spiritual meaning; the intended interpretations are Anthroposophical.
In Greek mythology: the gods who succeeded the Titans as heavenly rulers.
Athletic competitions patterned on ancient Greek games. At Waldorf schools,these are competitions/festivals generally staged for fifth grade students,who are believed to have reached the evolutionary level of ancient Greeks.
In Greek mythology: the home of the twelve principle gods; sometimes identified with Mount Olympus,a mountain in northern Greece.
"Sanskrit word credited with magical powers by its utterance." 73 p. 150 [The word is used as a mantra in meditations and prayers. Steiner reportedly used it in,for example,a revision of The Lord's Prayer. Also see "aum".]
"A magical,supernatural,or divinely inspired clue to the future." 80 p. 210
"In astrology,the whole of space...." 80 p. 210
