Clearly the plan of the ceiling resembles the macrocosm diagram, but closer examination of the ceiling suggests that Raphael used the syntax of the macrocosm pattern in laying out the ceiling.

Theology	Philosophy

Here the lightness and airiness of Theology is contrasted to the heaviness and solidity of Philosophy. Here Theology is associated with Air while Philosophy is appropriately linked with Earth.

Justice	Poetry

Similarly, the sharpness and angularity of Justice is contrasted with the fluid curves of Poetry. Justice is equated with fire while Poetry is linked with Water.

The linking of the narrative scenes at the corners of the ceiling operates like the Qualities shared by adjacent Elements in the macrocosm system. For example, Theology and Justice are linked with the Fall of Man like Heat is shared by Air and Fire.