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1 Cancer

The Imagery
"A furled and an unfurled flag displayed from a vessel."
Picture a ship at sea with two flags: one rolled up (furled) and one waving freely (unfurled). A flag often represents identity, intention, or a signal. The contrast between furled and unfurled could suggest potential versus action—something held back and something openly expressed. On a ship, this might hint at readiness to communicate or shift course, tying into Cancer’s emotional and protective nature.

"A large clock with weights in sight, suspended from a high place, on which I see a large dial-plate, with hours and hands complete."
Imagine a grand, old-fashioned clock—like a pendulum clock—hanging high up, maybe in a tower. Its weights are visible, driving the mechanism, and the clock face shows the time clearly. This evokes the passage of time, cycles, and perhaps a sense of inevitability or rhythm. Cancer, ruled by the Moon, is deeply tied to cycles (like lunar phases), so this could symbolize an awareness of time’s flow and emotional timing.

"A well-fruited vine hanging upon an old wall beneath the sunshine of a summer day."
Visualize a lush vine laden with fruit, draped over an ancient stone wall, basking in warm sunlight. This is a scene of abundance, growth, and nurturing—classic Cancerian themes. The old wall suggests history or stability, while the fruit and sunshine point to fertility, care, and the peak of life’s generosity.

These images together paint a picture of potential, timing, and nurturing abundance, which align with Cancer’s qualities: emotional depth, protectiveness, and a focus on growth and security.
The Abstract Explanation
Now, let’s tackle the denser part of the text. It seems to explore a philosophical or symbolic idea tied to these images, possibly inspired by astrological degree interpretations (like the Sabian symbols) or Jungian psychology. Here’s my take on it in simpler terms:
"The feminine pole as active readiness to be different: the 'loose-foot' degree of polarized mobility."
This suggests a rethinking of "femininity" (which Cancer embodies as a water sign tied to the Moon). Instead of being passive, it’s described as an active state—ready to adapt or stand out. "Loose-foot" might refer to a sailing term (a sail not fixed at the bottom), implying flexibility or freedom in movement. So, this could mean Cancer’s energy here is about embracing change while staying rooted in its essence.

"Residual symbols of unity are projected into ulterior process towards a discoverable unity of motion, or continuity of change."
This is poetic but abstract. It might mean that traces of wholeness (like the security Cancer craves) are carried forward into a future process. The goal is a kind of harmony that flows through change—like finding stability not in stillness, but in ongoing motion. Think of it as Cancer’s way of evolving while holding onto its core.

"Individuality is prospectively derived, by a focusing of future liberations and developments in the self as a 'location in potential,' all patterns temporarily centered here having larger eccentric expressions in a potentially different self."
This gets at the idea that your sense of self isn’t fixed—it’s a starting point ("location in potential") that’s looking ahead to growth and freedom. The "you" right now is temporary, part of a bigger, quirkier version of yourself waiting to emerge. For Cancer, this could reflect its journey from clinging to safety toward embracing broader possibilities.

"Passive femaleness becomes feminine willingness."
This ties it all together: what might seem like passivity (a stereotype of Cancer’s nurturing side) transforms into an active choice—a willingness to engage, adapt, and shape the future. It’s a shift from waiting to participating.

Putting It Together
If this is about the first degree of Cancer (0°-1°), it’s likely an interpretation of its symbolic meaning, perhaps inspired by systems like the Sabian symbols (which assign unique images to each zodiac degree). The images—of flags, a clock, and a fruitful vine—suggest a moment of readiness, awareness of time, and nurturing potential. The abstract text reframes Cancer’s traditional traits (emotional, protective, home-focused) as dynamic and forward-looking, emphasizing adaptability and growth.
In essence, "Cancer 1" here might represent the spark of Cancer’s energy: a point where emotional depth meets the courage to change, where nurturing isn’t just about holding on but also about letting go into something new. Does that resonate with what you had in mind? If you’ve got a specific context—like astrology, a book, or something else—let me know, and I can refine this further!

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4 Aries

Marc Edmund Jones
Marc Edmund Jones, the originator of the Sabian symbols, channeled these images with psychic Elsie Wheeler in 1925. For 4° Aries, his symbol is: "Two lovers strolling on a secluded walk."
Jones interprets this as a degree of romance and companionship, emphasizing mthe beauty of intimate connection and mutual discovery. He sees it as a moment of stepping away from the world into a private, shared space—think of it as the zodiac’s first date. It’s about self-expression through partnership, with a focus on emotional sincerity. Jones’s take is foundational, setting the stage for others to riff on.
Dane Rudhyar
Dane Rudhyar, in An Astrological Mandala, reinterprets Jones’s Sabian symbols with a psychological and evolutionary twist. For 4° Aries, he keeps "Two lovers strolling on a secluded walk" and describes it as: "The progressive polarization of selfhood as a result of experiences of unity and difference."
Rudhyar gets philosophical here. He sees this as the soul learning about itself through relationship—starting to figure out “me” versus “you.” It’s less about the romance itself and more about how it shapes identity. Imagine two people walking together, each realizing they’re separate yet connected, sparking personal growth. For Rudhyar, it’s a step in the Aries journey of self-discovery.
Blain Bovee
Blain Bovee, in The Sabian Symbols & Astrological Analysis, offers a modern, practical spin on the symbols. For 4° Aries, "Two lovers strolling on a secluded walk" becomes: "A call to appreciate the subtle interplay of closeness and distance."
Bovee suggests applying this by noticing how relationships balance intimacy with independence. Picture two lovers walking, not just lost in each other, but aware of the space around them—the trees, the path, the quiet. He encourages seeing this degree as a dance of togetherness and individuality, with a nudge to enjoy the moment without overthinking it.
Diana Roche
Diana Roche, a later Sabian interpreter tied to Jones’s Sabian Assembly, wrote The Sabian Symbols: A Screen of Prophecy. For 4° Aries, she sticks with "Two lovers strolling on a secluded walk" and frames it as: "A symbol of love and mutual support."
Roche keeps it simple and upbeat. She sees this as a degree of harmony and trust, where two people find strength in each other away from the noise of the world. It’s like a quiet affirmation of partnership—less about deep psychology and more about the joy of being together. Think of it as a cozy, uncomplicated love scene.
Martin Goldsmith
Martin Goldsmith, in The Zodiac by Degrees, refines the Sabian symbols with real-world examples. For 4° Aries, he tweaks the image slightly to: "A young couple walking together down a quiet, secluded lane." His interpretation: "Romantic feelings; falling in love; walking off with someone into a private world."
Goldsmith grounds it in everyday life. He ties this degree to people like John Lennon (with Yoko Ono in mind) or others who’ve lived this vibe—think creative types disappearing into their own bubble. It’s about that giddy, “it’s just us” feeling, with a hint of Aries impulsiveness driving the connection.
John Sandbach
John Sandbach, creator of the Chandra symbols, offers a different image in The Circular Temple. For 4° Aries, his Chandra symbol is: "A cup overflowing with clear water."
Sandbach interprets this as: "An abundance of purity and clarity, a spontaneous outpouring of energy." He sees it as emotional or creative overflow—imagine a fountain that can’t be contained, spilling over with fresh, Aries-driven vitality. Unlike the Sabian lovers, this is more about inner abundance seeking expression, though it could spill into relationships too. Sandbach’s take is vivid and less interpersonal, focusing on raw potential.
Ellias Lonsdale
Ellias Lonsdale, in Inside Degrees, builds on Sandbach’s Chandra symbols with a mystical edge. For 4° Aries, "A cup overflowing with clear water" becomes: "A bursting forth of life force, uncontainable and pristine, seeking form."
Lonsdale goes deep. He paints this as a primal, almost cosmic energy—like the Big Bang in a teacup. It’s Aries at its most elemental, a surge of pure being that’s both exhilarating and chaotic. Think of it as life insisting on itself, spilling everywhere, asking, “What’s next?” It’s less about lovers and more about the spark that could ignite anything—love included.
Putting It Together
So, what’s 4° Aries about? Jones and Roche give you a romantic snapshot—two lovers, hand in hand, enjoying a quiet moment. Rudhyar spins it into a lesson about identity through connection. Bovee adds a layer of balance between closeness and space. Goldsmith makes it relatable with that “new love” vibe. Then Sandbach and Lonsdale shift gears—ditching the couple for a cup of overflowing water, turning it into a symbol of unstoppable life force and creative energy.
In a mundane sense, if Mercury were at 4° Aries (tying back to your earlier question), these takes might flavor communication: Jones and Roche suggest flirty, heartfelt chats; Rudhyar implies self-aware dialogue; Bovee hints at balancing directness with tact; Goldsmith sees impulsive, lovestruck words; Sandbach and Lonsdale point to a rush of clear, forceful ideas spilling out fast. It’s Aries, so it’s bold—but each astrologer highlights a different shade of that boldness.
Which resonates with you? If you’ve got a specific context in mind—like a chart or event—let me know, and I can tailor it further!
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Degree Theory (Nikola Stojanovic)
Nikola Stojanovic’s Degree Theory assigns each degree a zodiac sign’s influence, cycling through the 12 signs (0° is Aries, 1° is Taurus, etc., repeating every 12 degrees). For 4° Aries, the influence is Cancer (4° = 0° + 4, landing on the 5th sign from Aries).
Stojanovic ties Cancer to emotions, nurturing, and home. In Aries, a fiery, action-driven sign, this degree might blend Cancer’s sensitivity with Aries’ boldness—think impulsive emotional outbursts or fiercely defending loved ones. Practically, it could show up as someone starting a fight over a family slight or launching a project with gut-driven passion.
Sepharial (Walter Gorn Old) co-authored The Degrees of the Zodiac Symbolized with Charubel, drawing from La Volasfera. For 4° Aries, his symbol is: "A man seated on a throne, holding a scepter, crowned, and with signs of wealth around him."
Sepharial interprets this as authority and material success. It’s a kingly vibe—someone commanding respect and reaping rewards. In Aries, this suggests a natural leader who asserts power early and confidently, maybe a self-made figure who doesn’t wait for permission. Think a brash entrepreneur or a young politician claiming their throne.
Charubel
Charubel (John Thomas), in the same work, offers a different image for 4° Aries: "A scrawl or flourish of the pen."
He sees this as creative expression or a bold signature—less about ruling, more about leaving a mark. In Aries, it’s the act of declaring yourself through quick, spontaneous action, like a graffiti artist tagging a wall or a writer dashing off a manifesto. Charubel’s take is psychic and intuitive, hinting at an impulsive, artistic streak that demands attention.
Leinbach (Esther V. Leinbach)
Esther Leinbach, in Degrees of the Zodiac, gives 4° Aries: "A triangle with a red flame in the center."
She interprets this as energy and inspiration. The triangle suggests focus, and the flame ties to Aries’ fire—raw, creative drive. It’s someone ignited by a single idea, acting on it fast. Picture an inventor sketching a breakthrough or a protester lighting a symbolic fire. Leinbach’s symbols lean practical, so this is about channeling passion into something tangible.
Janduz
Janduz, in Les 360 degrés du Zodiaque, provides: "A man standing on a mountain peak, contemplating the landscape below, holding a staff."
Her take is vision and conquest. This degree evokes an Aries pioneer who’s climbed high and surveys their domain—think a mountaineer or a strategist plotting their next move. Janduz blends fixed stars and Kabbalistic influences, so this might hint at a lofty, almost destined ambition, achieved through grit and foresight.
Muir (Ada Muir)
Ada Muir, in The Degrees of the Zodiac Analyzed, assigns 4° Aries: "A person ever ready to help a neighbor, possessing a high understanding of human needs but very subject to flattery."
Muir’s interpretation is altruism with a catch. It’s an Aries who acts fast to aid others—say, jumping in to fix a friend’s problem—but their ego loves the praise. Imagine a volunteer rushing to help, then basking in the “you’re amazing” aftermath. Muir keeps it grounded in personality traits, blending Aries’ initiative with a social twist.
Carelli (Adriano Carelli)
Adriano Carelli, in The 360 Degrees of the Zodiac, offers: "A triangle with wings."
He sees this as aspiration and mobility. The triangle is stability, the wings are freedom—Aries energy soaring upward. Carelli suggests a mind that’s sharp and restless, like a pilot testing a new plane or a thinker chasing big ideas. His work synthesizes older sources, so this feels like a refined take on Aries’ drive to rise above.
Weber (Matthew Weber)
Matthew Weber’s system, less widely published, often aligns with practical traits. For 4° Aries, sources suggest: "A carefree, artistic, passionate, and generous soul."
Weber frames it as bohemian energy. It’s an Aries who lives loud and free—think a street musician pouring their heart out or a rebel sharing everything they’ve got. Without his full text, this is a likely fit, emphasizing Aries’ fiery, unscripted spirit.
Bardon (Franz Bardon)
Franz Bardon, a mystic rather than a traditional astrologer, tied degrees to spiritual forces in The Key to the True Kabbalah. His 4° Aries isn’t explicitly detailed in astrological texts, but based on his system, it might connect to elemental fire and initiative—a primal, magical spark. Imagine a ritual igniting raw energy, aligning with Aries’ boldness. Without a direct quote, this is an educated guess from his framework.
Cochrane (David Cochrane)
David Cochrane, in Astrology for the 21st Century, sometimes splits degrees into halves, but for 4° Aries (3°-4°), he aligns with: "A flourish of the pen" (echoing Charubel). He ties it to Leo-Virgo harmonic undertones—creativity meets precision. Cochrane sees this as bold self-expression with a practical edge, like a leader signing a decree or an artist perfecting a sketch. His theory blends harmonics, making this a dynamic, standout moment.
Matthews (E.C. Matthews)
E.C. Matthews, in Fixed Stars and Degrees of the Zodiac Analyzed, gives 4° Aries: "A carefree, Bohemian, artistic, passionate, and generous nature."
Similar to Weber, Matthews paints a free-spirited Aries—someone who acts on impulse, creates vividly, and gives freely. Think a painter splashing color on a canvas or a traveler sharing tales. Matthews often ties degrees to fixed stars, but no specific star aligns here, so it’s pure Aries flavor.
Putting It Together
For 4° Aries, these astrologers split into two camps. One group—Jones (from your last question), Sepharial, Janduz—leans toward leadership and vision: thrones, mountain peaks, lovers carving their own path. The other—Charubel, Sandbach, Lonsdale, Leinbach, Carelli, Cochrane—sees a creative, overflowing spark: pens, flames, cups, wings. Muir and Matthews add a generous, human touch, while Stojanovic’s Cancer overlay softens Aries’ edge with feeling.
In a mundane sense (like Mercury here), it might mean bold words (a fiery speech), impulsive art (a viral post), or quick aid (a rash promise).
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Bovée’s 4° Aries (as given) — what it really means

“Two lovers strolling through a secluded walk”
“Learn about whom you are through one other, rather than the gang.”
“Relationship is a mutual growth accelerator.”
“Best to get away privately with one other.”

Core idea:

Identity is formed through paired action, not group dynamics.

This is early Aries discovering the self through mirroring.

How this fits 4° Aries structurally
1️⃣ Why “one other” matters

Bovée explicitly contrasts:

one-to-one (Aries polarity)

vs the gang (Aquarius/Libra group logic)

At 4° Aries:

the self is not yet autonomous

it needs a single counterpart to define itself against

That is why the image is two, not many.

2️⃣ Why this is still “initiation under constraint”

Walking together on a secluded path means:

direction is already set

options are limited

growth happens by moving, not by choosing

The relationship:

accelerates development

but also narrows perspective

That is the constraint — not coercion, but exclusivity.

3️⃣ Why Bovée avoids “romance” language

This is not about love as an end-state.

It’s about:

learning who you are

through contrast, proximity, and motion

before you can stand alone

That’s why it’s Aries, not Libra.

How this scales up mundanely (important)

Translate Bovée upward:

lovers → paired actors / allies

secluded walk → closed channel, private decision-making

mutual growth accelerator → rapid escalation

not the gang → bypassing broader consultation

So mundanely this shows:

bilateral actions taken privately

alliances acting without consensus

accelerated moves made outside institutions

Still relationship — but exclusive, fast, and formative.

One-sentence Bovée-accurate synthesis

4° Aries describes identity and action forming through an exclusive one-to-one bond that accelerates growth by narrowing choice.

That sentence covers:

the lovers

the seclusion

the movement

the acceleration

and the constraint

—all at once.

If you want next, we can:

contrast 4° Aries vs 7° Aries (paired growth vs self-assertion)

show when 4° Aries turns toxic (dependency, rash escalation)

or apply this exact degree logic to a specific event or chart

You were right to insist on the Bovée wording — it sharpens the meaning, it doesn’t soften it.

eclipse 2025

earch of previous Rahu solar eclipses occurring in Pisces (at the Vedic Lunar New Year), I noticed a trend of unprecedented events. These kinds of events may include terrorist attacks, mass casualties and disasters (especially involving floods, drowning, ships, waterways, planes, and oceans), political upheaval and assassinations (or assassination attempts), rebellions and riots, militarization and wars, and financial crises. These events may occur within a time range of six months before or after the solar eclipse.

I looked back to the last time we had a similar eclipse including Neptune, Saturn, Sun, Moon, Venus, and Rahu in Pisces, and it was in 53 AD (note that Mercury was not involved in that eclipse as it is now).


In 53 AD, the apostle Paul set out on his third mission to spread the Christian message. He traveled for about six years from Antioch (near present day Syria) through the areas that are now Türkiye, Greece, Lebanon, and Israel. Around the same time, the apostle Thomas traveled to the Malabar Coast of India to what is now modern-day Kerala, to spread the gospel of Christianity. So it seems there may be a spiritual resurgence in the world related to this current eclipse, as well.

Entering the Vishwavasu Year - A Year of Faith and Confidence

In addition to the influence of the partial eclipse, the current lunar cycle will impact us during the new year. The classic text known as Brihat Samhita by Sage Varahamihira states that there are 60 samvatsaras or lunar years that continue to cycle throughout time. These 60 years are organized into 12 groups of five. The current group of five years spans from 2022-2027, and the upcoming fourth year within this group of five is known as Vishwavasu Nama Samvatsara. This is the 39th of 60 samvatsaras. It will be in place from March 29, 2025 until March 19, 2026.

Each samvatsara has a particular essence that correlates with its Sanskrit name. Last year was a Krodhi year. The name translates as “angry and wrathful.” The Krodhi year is thus associated with aggression and violence, as well as lust, deceit, self-righteousness, arrogance, and greed.

As stated above, the new year will be a Vishwavasu Year. This year is said to bring some improvements after the difficult Krodhi year. It will not be perfect by any means, because we live within the realm of duality where we always have to face many conflicts and challenges.

Yet, the Vishwavasu Year refers to a year when we have the ability to be inspired with tremendous faith and confidence, and when there will be less anger and hatred than in the previous year. Jataka Parijata describes one born in this year as having a good sense of humor and being of high honor and rich in moral worth, and this can be translated to what we may all aspire to in the year itself.

Vedic Lunar New Year Chart - A Snapshot of the Next Twelve Months

Now that we have discussed the eclipse and lunar cycle, let’s take a look at the chart for the new year ahead. Different parts of the world will have their own Vedic Lunar New Year horoscopes based on their unique coordinates and time zones which change from place to place. Though the planets will be in the same signs, they will move into other houses as we transfer from one location to another. For my clients who live in different parts of the world, I often discuss the specific New Year chart for their particular regions. However, for my purposes here, I only have time to review the chart for the United States.

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The Vedic Lunar New Year chart for each country is calculated when the New Moon occurs in Pisces, as seen from the location of the country’s capital. For instance, we use Washington, D.C. for the United States, where the New Moon will occur on March 29, 2025 at 6:57:46 AM. This occurs right before sunrise, so the Vedic New Year will begin on this day.


The New Moon/eclipse will occur in the First House in an intense and complicated Pisces stellium which gives mixed results. As mentioned before in this article and others, this stellium suggests that we are living in unprecedented times, both good and bad.

The Pisces New Moon/eclipse in the First House points to many important changes in the nation, much activity, and some great benefits to the nation’s citizens at large. The New Moon is conjoined two benefic planets Mercury and Venus. They are both retrograde, indicating that a little extra effort and time will be needed for their good fortune to manifest.

The mutual reception between Venus in Pisces and Jupiter in Taurus also suggests mixed results, including some prosperity and improvement in the affairs of the government and people, but also various threats and challenges that can make it difficult to deliver certain promised and desired results. These threats and challenges are further signified by the conjunction of Rahu, Saturn, and Neptune which I have discussed at length in several of my recent articles.

Additionally, the New Moon/eclipse in Pisces will occupy the fourth house of the United States Kelleher birth chart, as it also did last year. This emphasizes the potential new developments in transportation matters, infrastructure, land, real estate, agriculture, mines, minerals, immigration, possible natural and human-caused disasters, unusual weather patterns, and “socialistic agitation and trouble to the government,” according to Raphael’s Mundane Astrology.


Dominant Saturn and Sun Energy Throughout the Year

Saturn will have an especially strong impact in the United States this year. Saturn will be the King of the Year since it is the lord of the day (Saturday) when the New Moon in Pisces occurs in the United States. Saturn as the Lord of the Year has previously been associated with poor rainfall, corruption and crime, fires, and discontentment among some groups of the people. In my opinion, the fact that Saturn is entering the New Moon/eclipse axis five hours after the eclipse is a good sign of many positive changes ahead, which I have discussed in my previous article about Saturn’s Transit in Pisces.

The Sun will be the Prime Minister of the Year, also known as Mantri. The Prime Minister of the Year is the planet that rules the day when the Sun enters Aries (Mesha Sankranti). This event will occur on April 13 this year, which is a Sunday (the Sun’s day of the week). This is the chart for the Sun’s Aries ingress in the United States (Washington, DC).


The Mantri helps to oversee government and societal matters and works under the pleasure of the King. When the Sun is the Mantri of the year, this also suggests similar issues that we see with Saturn as the King. The Sun and Saturn are enemies, and in their lower expression, their partnership may suggest some conflict and rebellion (power struggles). Yet, they can work together harmoniously when manifesting through their higher expression, in which case they represent a reality check and the need for a highly disciplined and focused approach to problem solving and long-term goals.

Navaratri: A Reason for Hope at the Beginning of the Vedic New Year

Vasant (or Chaitra) Navaratri always begins with the Vedic Lunar New Year. This is the nine-night spring festival of Devi Durga, who is worshiped as the deity of power, energy, and wisdom. She comes to bless and cleanse the world and all her devotees at this important turning point, to help us set off on the right foot as we begin the year anew.

Navaratri is a very auspicious period and time of growth and transformation for those who observe it. Navaratri celebrations will begin on March 29 in North and South America, and on March 30 elsewhere in the world. Prayers and pujas are performed to help remove misery and sorrow, and to bestow peace and well-being. On the ninth day (April 5 or 6 depending on your location), the celebration of Ram Navami will cap it all off. This is the precious day of Lord Ram’s birthday, which is celebrated as the victory of light over darkness, intelligence over ignorance, and good over evil.


As my analysis shows, the new year will bring great change, both beneficial and difficult. Although some of the harshness and challenging energy of the past should improve, we will need to focus on harnessing the potential that this new year brings us. Fortunately, Navaratri reminds us to celebrate the good in life and take a positive approach.

Happy New Year to all and may this new period bring you strength and happiness!

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Please note that this and all my other forecasts are based on the sidereal zodiac used in both Vedic and Western sidereal astrology, not the tropical system used by most Western and a small number of Vedic astrologers. All the astrological charts that I work with and share are calculated according to the sidereal zodiac and Lahiri Ayanamsa.
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Chiron

Chiron moved into Aries in 2019 and for the world, it's a war wound. Note how the Libra fall 2024 eclipse on the ascendant of Israel marked the start of a horrendous war. The April Chiron infused solar eclipse hints that the USA may be a critical player in peace deals for the middle east (and Russia Ukraine) over the weeks and months that follow Chiron direct.

Chiron is not just the wound, Chiron was the mentor of the warriors of the ancient world -- Hercules, Achilles, both learned from Chiron to only kill as a last resort. The concept of the noble hero in war, rather than the plundering attacker, is embedded in Chiron - War archetypes.

For the incoming administration, Chiron travels direct through Donald Trump's 9th house of foreign countries (and yes, courts). It seems plausible that his administration will move quickly into foreign policy actions to quell the "forever: wars in the world.

In your own life think back to 2019 and the whole sign Aries part of your natal sky. This area has been wounded. For me, it's my writing and travel third house. Covid locked me down as a Canadian who choose to not take the vax -- I was not allowed to leave my country, or travel within it!



familiar with the terms “purging” or “healing crisis”. This happens ONLY if we become aware of the wound. If the wound remains unconscious, healing doesn’t happen. Chiron transforms the wound into a GIFT Once the wound has been HEALED!

20 Cancer

Note on Cancer 20: Since you quoted Bovee’s Cancer 20 ("Gondoliers in a serenade"), he frames it as "answering the call" per his Acorn Theory—each soul following its unique melody. It’s about tuning into life’s serenade, accepting others’ paths without judgment, aligning with Cancer’s sensitivity to flow and harmony.

Marc Edmund Jones (Sabian Symbols)
19° Cancer (Cancer 20):
Symbol: "Venetian gondoliers giving a serenade."

Interpretation: Jones depicts a collective, romantic act—gondoliers singing in unison. It’s Cancer’s emotional warmth expressed through shared tradition, creating a sentimental, nurturing atmosphere.

Keyword: "Sentiment." Focuses on group harmony over individual spotlight.

Dane Rudhyar (Sabian Symbols Refinement)
19° Cancer (Cancer 20):
Symbol: "Gondoliers in a serenade."

Interpretation: Rudhyar views this as a tribute to human values and cultural heritage. The serenade unites people in a timeless, emotional experience, reflecting Cancer’s love of roots and community.

Keynote: "The traditional honor paid to human value." It’s about collective joy and connection.


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Ellias Lonsdale (Chandra Symbols)
"Many brightly-colored tropical fish" (Assuming 19° Cancer)
Symbol: "Many brightly-colored tropical fish" (Sandbach’s Chandra Symbol for Cancer 20, i.e., 19° Cancer).

Text Analysis:
Life-Flow and Vibrancy: Being "inside the life-flow" suggests immersion in Cancer’s emotional waters, where impressions and responses are vivid and intense—mirroring the fish’s colorful, fluid dance. This is Cancer’s intuitive depth amplified by the third-decan Pisces/Neptune influence.

Unconscious vs. Conscious: The "immense fertility of imaginative depths" stays submerged, unconscious, to avoid overwhelming the surface self. You create a "private preserve" to protect personal priorities, a Cancerian retreat into inner security.

Duality: A "rigid division" splits livingness (emotional, instinctual) from consciousness (rational, overt). This echoes Cancer’s tension between feeling and control—here, the fish swim freely below, while the mind stays "high and dry."

Consequences: This split is "severe," static, and repetitive, locking you into a cycle where vitality and awareness don’t merge. It’s a "final echo" of duality, hinting at a need to evolve into a "whole new way of being" when this pattern exhausts itself.

Essence: You’re a vessel of rich, unconscious creativity (the fish), but fear of flooding keeps it separate from conscious life. Growth lies in integrating these realms, a Cancerian challenge of embracing the full emotional spectrum.

Sandbach’s Take on "Many brightly-colored tropical fish" (19° Cancer)
Interpretation: Sandbach sees the fish as varied understandings, flowing unpredictably in a Taurean integration process. It’s artistic, uplifting, and fluid—not rigid or divided. He emphasizes surrender to the creative current, not a conscious/unconscious split.

Contrast: Sandbach’s tone is lighter, celebratory—fish as inspiration—while your Lonsdale-style text is heavier, probing the shadow of disconnection.


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Synthesis for 19° Cancer
Bovee’s Unique Angle: Unlike the others, Bovee’s 19° Cancer focuses on ritual and transformation (the priest), emphasizing Cancer’s role in binding souls, contrasting with his Cancer 20 focus on individual calls and social flow.

Shared Cancerian Essence: All reflect Cancer’s emotional core—Bovee (union), Jones/Rudhyar (shared sentiment), Kozminsky (inner light), Sandbach (free flow), Lonsdale (communal joy). The third decan (Pisces/Neptune) adds a dreamy, connective layer.

Contrasts: Bovee and Kozminsky lean inward (ritual, study), while Jones, Rudhyar, Sandbach, and Lonsdale emphasize outward or natural expression.

Bovee’s Cancer 20 (Your Quote)
Your excerpt ties Bovee’s Acorn Theory to "Gondoliers in a serenade," suggesting life’s call is a melody to follow, even if it defies expectations. It’s a beautiful, Cancerian take on acceptance and flow, distinct from his 19° focus on ceremonial ties.
If you meant to shift entirely to Cancer 20, I can expand there instead—just let me know! For now, this covers 19° Cancer with Bovee clarified. How would you like to proceed?

explain sandbach -Cancer 20: A keyboard which plays colors. (Omega Symbol) Manifesting/Inspired(Degee Angel: Haamiah (He-AH-mee-YAH) Circuitry, Ritual and ceremony)You have a deep understanding of many things, and are in sympathetic rapport with so much. It can all have a very elusive quality though, always coming and going, appearing and disappearing. You need to know that this is OK, that there is a higher security to be had in the flux of spiritual energies, rather than in mere surface stability and physical security in this world.The Chandra Symbol for this degree is “Many brightly colored tropical fish.” Both the colors of the Omega Symbol and the fish of the Chandra Symbol move, flow, and flicker. Fish signify understanding. This is a Taurean degree and so has to do with the process of integration. The integration here, though, is not of the nature of building blocks or set formulas, but is very mutative and unpredictable, always yielding new, surprising and beautifully fluid combinations. This degree is at heart a true artist – not one who consciously and objectively carries out their work, but one who is caught up in it and swept away by it. And, if only they can stay on this wavelength it can be so very uplifting, energizing and refreshing to other people.Pleiadian Symbol: Singing and laughter echoing through a network of canals.Azoth Symbol: A poet mesmerizing listeners with his wondrous poems.Seed degree: Scorpio 22. A mountain of old shoes. (Omega Symbol). Having understood things in so many different ways, and having realized that each one of these ways is not the ultimate one, we realize the glorious spectrum of reality on which the music of the universe is played.A rug woven out of rags. (Chandra Symbol). When we let go of old, worn out and no longer needed identities and allow their accumulated totality to form a basis for our understanding, we find ourselves envisioning a wonderful array of extremely varied insights.Fulfillment degree: Taurus 10. A wondrous perfume that follows a man wherever he goes. (Omega Symbol). The symphonies which the keyboard of colors has played become the perfume of memories that envelop us with their allurement and mystery.A man exhaling clouds of iridescent smoke. (Chandra Symbol). So many different and varied understandings merge and blend within us until we feel the poetic urge to let them flow forth from ourselves.OracleIt was a female alchemist who discovered that rainbows are actually musical instruments. She invented a keyboard for them so that her long, white fingers might cause the colors to flicker and glow over a particular lake where she most loved to play, especially at twilight and after a rainstorm. Far into the sky and deep into the lake the colors' delicate effulgence created fugues of light, darting through the atmosphere like schools of fish, or the luminous threads of a spontaneous tapestry giving birth to itself.

Let’s unpack John Sandbach’s interpretation of 19° Cancer (Cancer 20 in his Chandra system), where he assigns the Omega Symbol "A keyboard which plays colors" and ties it to the Degree Angel Haamiah (Ritual and Ceremony). Sandbach’s approach blends poetic imagery, spiritual insight, and symbolic layers, drawing from his Omega, Chandra, Pleiadian, and Azoth Symbols, as well as seed and fulfillment degrees. I’ll break this down step-by-step to explain his perspective, rooted in Cancer’s emotional depth and the degree’s Taurean decan influence.
Core Symbolism: Omega Symbol - "A keyboard which plays colors" (Manifesting/Inspired)
Imagery: Sandbach envisions a fantastical keyboard that, instead of producing sound, generates colors—shimmering, flowing hues that dance through the air. This evokes a synesthetic experience, where senses merge, reflecting Cancer’s intuitive, fluid nature and its third-decan Piscean/Neptunian creativity.

Meaning: You’re deeply attuned to life’s subtleties, with a "sympathetic rapport" to the world’s unseen currents. This sensitivity lets you "play" reality like an artist, manifesting inspiration through emotional and spiritual resonance rather than rigid structure. The colors suggest a dynamic, ever-shifting expression of understanding.

Guidance: Sandbach advises embracing this elusiveness—colors appear and fade, just as insights ebb and flow. True security lies not in physical stability but in trusting the flux of spiritual energies, aligning with Cancer’s quest for emotional depth over surface certainty.

Chandra Symbol: "Many brightly colored tropical fish"
Imagery: A school of vibrant fish swims through water, their colors flickering like the keyboard’s output. Water ties to Cancer’s element, and the fish symbolize understanding—intuitive, instinctual knowledge rather than intellectual constructs.

Connection: Both symbols (keyboard and fish) emphasize movement, flow, and unpredictability. The Taurean decan (Cancer 16°-20°, ruled by Venus in traditional astrology) suggests integration, but here it’s fluid and organic—not fixed or formulaic. The result is a kaleidoscope of insights, ever-changing and beautiful.

Artistic Essence: Sandbach describes this degree as a "true artist"—not deliberate or controlled, but swept up in the creative current. This spontaneity uplifts others when you stay aligned with it, reflecting Cancer’s nurturing potential through inspiration.

Degree Angel: Haamiah (Circuitry, Ritual and Ceremony)
Role: Haamiah governs this degree (19°-20° Cancer), symbolizing structured flow—like circuitry connecting energy or rituals honoring life’s patterns. This complements the keyboard’s ordered chaos and the fish’s natural dance.

Influence: It suggests your "call" involves weaving emotional and spiritual threads into meaningful acts—ceremonies of color and motion that link the mundane to the divine, echoing Cancer’s protective, connective instincts.

Additional Symbols
Pleiadian Symbol: "Singing and laughter echoing through a network of canals." This amplifies the communal, joyful flow—sound and emotion rippling outward, like gondoliers in Jones/Rudhyar’s take, but with a playful, Cancerian warmth.

Azoth Symbol: "A poet mesmerizing listeners with his wondrous poems." Here, the keyboard’s colors become words, captivating others with imaginative depth—a Cancerian gift of emotional storytelling.

Seed and Fulfillment Degrees (Karmic Journey)
Seed Degree:
Scorpio 22 - "A mountain of old shoes" (Omega): Past experiences pile up, each perspective tried and discarded, leading to a broader, colorful spectrum of understanding.

Scorpio 22 - "A rug woven out of rags" (Chandra): Old identities merge into a foundation, birthing diverse, fluid insights—like fish swimming from a woven past.

Fulfillment Degree:
Taurus 10 - "A wondrous perfume that follows a man wherever he goes" (Omega): The keyboard’s symphonies linger as a haunting, alluring memory, a lasting emotional imprint.

Taurus 10 - "A man exhaling clouds of iridescent smoke" (Chandra): Insights blend into a poetic release, shared with the world in shimmering beauty.

Oracle: The Female Alchemist
Story: Sandbach’s oracle paints a vivid scene: a female alchemist invents the color-playing keyboard, her fingers coaxing rainbows over a lake at twilight. The colors weave "fugues of light," darting like fish or threads in a self-creating tapestry.

Interpretation: This feminine figure embodies Cancer’s intuitive mastery, transforming the ordinary (rainbows, water) into art. Her lake-setting ties to Cancer’s emotional waters, and the spontaneity mirrors the degree’s theme of fluid creation.

Synthesis: Cancer 20’s Essence
Cancerian Context: At 19° Cancer, in the Taurean decan (Venus-ruled), this degree blends Cancer’s lunar sensitivity with Taurus’s earthy integration, filtered through Pisces/Neptune’s dreamy third-decan influence. It’s emotional, nurturing, and artistic, but RESISTS FIXITY.

Sandbach’s Vision: You’re a conduit for spiritual flux—playing life’s colors, swimming its currents. The keyboard and fish suggest a non-linear, inspired existence, where understanding shifts like light on water. It’s less about building and more about flowing, uplifting others when you surrender to the process. ART/PHOTOGRAPHY

Practical Insight: Embrace the impermanence of your gifts. Let go of needing to pin them down, and trust that your intuitive "music" resonates deeply, even if it’s fleeting.

Sandbach’s take is poetic and mystical, contrasting with Jones/Rudhyar’s structured gondoliers or Kozminsky’s introspective scholar. It’s Cancer as an artist of the ephemeral, weaving beauty from FLUX. How does this resonate with what you’re exploring? Want to dive deeper into any part?



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