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The journey of the Sun begins at the Equinoxes at the first degrees
North and South of the Celestial Equator. In both cases the energy
depicted is of an animal nature.
The Essence of the
summer journey beginning in March at the Spring Equinox is likened to
that of an Eagle “shooting like an arrow across the sky”. Like the new
dawn that has just begun “the sky behind him glows pink”. The whole
energy depicted here is one of upward force and new beginnings.
The Eagle is a
symbol of great power and majesty. As king of the birds it can symbolise
the Sun itself. In Native American cosmology the Eagle is the bird that
flies closest to the sun and can represent the illuminating light of
Great Spirit.
The dark half of the
year has now passed but still hangs near like the darkness of the womb
from which the new Sun has emerged, (“a dark crescent moon follows him
trying to draw him back”), “he must reach the safety of the highest snow
capped mountain”. This is his ultimate goal – or the Sun’s ultimate goal
– to reach the Summer Solstice mountain peak.
The degree image
offers positive reassurance that this will take place for the Eagle does
reach the mountain peak at which point it rests. This degree contains
not only the seeds of the Summer Solstice but also the frame of mind
necessary at the start and end of this 6 month journey. The Eagle must
not only fly but be mindful that “ it is a time to survey his journey
and contemplate his position” – and that implies both looking forward to
where he is heading and looking back on where he has been. It sums up
the thrust and dedication of the Sun’s summer journey.
As
earth is awakening we are asked to join in renewing life energy
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1º
N 1st
degree NORTH
ANNUAL SOLAR
DAYS: 20th - 23rd March
& 21st - 23rd
September Equivalent to 0°01´ Aries - 2 °30´ Aries &
27°30´ Virgo - 29°59´ Virgo
SHAMANIC SYMBOL
An eagle shoots
like an arrow across the sky.
The sky behind him glows pink.
A dark crescent moon follows him trying to draw him back.
He must reach the safety of the highest snow capped mountain, which he
reaches.
Now he can rest. It is time to survey his journey and contemplate his
position.
KEYWORDS: New
beginnings Illumination Vision Goals Contemplation
INTERPRETATION
Now you can soar
like the eagle whose vision sees far beyond the limits of humanity. This
is a time of new beginnings, a new dawn, a time to energise your spirit
and allow it to expand as it lifts the collective consciousness. Take
this opportunity and soar bravely out towards your highest goal. Then
you will reach new heights as you move towards the illumination of the
Sun.
What is stopping
you, what is pulling you back? Now is the time to release all that is
tying you to the past, Awaken, know your strength, believe in your
vision Deep within you is the knowledge of your goal, impossible though
it may seem. Choose the highest peak, do not hesitate for now is the
time to achieve. Only then you can look back. Then, you will become
aware of your achievements and let them become the foundation of all
that will be.
When each of us
holds that positive vision, then the miracle can happen.
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2º
N
2nd degree NORTH
ANNUAL SOLAR
DAYS: 23rd -26th March
& 18th - 20th
September Equivalent to 2°31´ Aries - 5°01´Aries & 24°59´ Virgo-
27°29´ Virgo
SHAMANIC SYMBOL
A turtle is
climbing slowly out of the water. Five drops fall from his shell.
Each drop is golden and heavy. Where it falls to the ground a tree
sprouts, each beautiful and different.
These are special trees of the five senses that he is giving to Mankind.
As we pluck from each one we can see, hear, taste, touch and smell in
turn.
The scent is overpowering, very narcotic, and we drift into a deep
sleep.
It is as if our souls are being drawn into the earth. We are heavy.
Above us spin webs of vibrant colours moving so that they weave our
dreams.
In our dream we are aware of some other gift being offered.
We seek to grasp it but have lost our memory of what it is.
It seems lost, yet it is within our reach if we choose to look into the
centre of our being.
KEYWORDS:
Offerings Centre Purpose Sensuality Remembering Seeking
INTERPRETATION
We are now at the
centre of our being, the centre of the self from which we may generate a
web of light and truth. Through this web we may also draw light into our
own bodies, calling this energy in through our senses. Allow your senses
to bask in the universe around you. Each is a wonderful gift. Yet how
often do we really use these precious gifts? How many times do we walk
through life unaware of what they can reveal? Go out and experience life
from all your senses, as if for the first time. Purposefully allow
yourself to experience the wonder of the new world that you encounter.
Awaken from your dream and remember. Look into the core of your being
and there you will find what you have been searching for. See how it
awaits you. Then you will become aware of the long forgotten gift
waiting to be rediscovered.
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3º
N 3rd
degree NORTH
ANNUAL SOLAR
DAYS: 26th - 28th March
& 15th - 18th
September Equivalent to 5°02´ Aries - 7°32´ Aries & 22°28´
Virgo - 24°58´ Virgo
SHAMANIC SYMBOL
At last the
golden key has appeared. But where is the door it fits.
People are looking up into the sky, gasping in awe as the key reveals
itself.
It shines and illuminates all around it. But it is a key without an
apparent door.
It is gold with a knotted pattern around the top holding rubies and
other precious stones.
All can see the key yet none can touch it.
There is no sense of finding the door it fits, a total unawareness of
any purpose except its beauty.
When it appears a gentle humming follows, inaudible to most ears.
Way, way below the earth, through darkness and decay, lay the ruins of
an ancient civilisation still solid and waiting for the return, for the
remembrance. In a hidden corner stands a door, old and locked, awaiting
a key.
KEYWORDS: Looking beyond Offering Awareness Return Release
INTERPRETATION
How long have we
been waiting for the key to the ancient mystery? So long that we have
forgotten what we have been waiting to see revealed. There is a vast
knowledge already out there just waiting to be discovered Look within
yourself and you will find that it has always been there.
You are being given the opportunity to find the key that reveals your
soul purpose. A purpose which has been buried for many lifetimes. Many
are offered the key which unlocks great secrets, yet are lost and unable
recognise that which is beyond Beauty: - Truth. The truth is so simple.
What can you see? Look beyond the appearance and you will find true
purpose lies beneath the surface.
Here is the key which fits your inner soul. Now it can be released and
the answer which you have yearned for can be found. Open the door to
another world. It has been waiting.
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4º
N 4th
degree NORTH
ANNUAL SOLAR
DAYS: 28th - 31st March
& 13th - 15th
September Equivalent to 7° 33´ Aries - 10°05´ Aries &
19°55´ Virgo - 22°27´ Virgo
SHAMANIC SYMBOL
A glowing crest
full of symbols.
A shield held high.
Protection in entering other realms.
Light in spiritual darkness.
Nothing can harm whilst possessing this.
Moving through into new territory.
With this shield it is possible to penetrate the frozen depths.
To plunge through the impenetrable ice and retrieve the fading heart of
the earth. Blowing life back into it.
The winds come to join us and their breath restores a pulse to the slow
beat
It is time for the sun to warm the earth and new life to open once
again.
KEYWORDS: Life force Penetration Revival Rhythm
Protection Light Being part of the natural flow
INTERPRETATION
Here is revealed the purpose of our Journey of the Sun, to
retrieve the fading heart of the earth. The earth then responds to your
energy and thus begins a beautiful flow.
It is time to awaken the new frequencies, within yourself and within
Gaia.
Create your mental shield by constructing it with images from your
spiritual journey. This is not just a personal guard but also reflects
your energy outward to where healing is needed. Then you can step into
the new realms.
You are being called at this moment to breathe life back into the
earth. To become one with its heartbeat. As you breathe life into the
earth, you in return will receive the life force of the Mother herself.
Go and lie upon the earth. Feel her heartbeat, until you resonate
together. Together we can create the light which pierces the darkness.
You may want to draw or create your actual shield and its images. It is
a good time to reflect upon your own journey.
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