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crimsoncurrentAries 23. A painting with countless layers of paint. (Omega Symbol) Interacting/Receptive
(Degree Angel: MELAHEL (MAY-la-HEL) Sharing the Flame, Healing Capacity)
You have a great ability to keep experimenting with a situation until you have found a way to make it work. You’re always open to the potential of change, knowing that nothing is set in stone, and even if it seems to be, stone, too, can be re-carved. Everything is open to modification and experimentation, and knowing this is your strength.
The Chandra Symbol for this degree is “A bottle labeled 'drink me.'” The bottle asks you to try something whose results you won't know until you do it, just as the painter applies successive layers of paint to see what will happen. We tend to think its good to be careful – but not always. This degree has a refreshing lack of caution that most often carries it to surprising and wondrous places.
Pleiadian Symbol: A gentle woman carrying an immense soap bubble.
Azoth Symbol: A man decides to spend the rest of his life in sight of a range of sacred mountains.
Seed Degree: Sagittarius 25. An old book that no one has ever read. (Omega Symbol). Through becoming aware of what is hidden we realize that it is actually always lurking beneath and influencing our life – even when we are not directly aware of it.
A small boat with no one in it. It is gradually drifting out to sea. (Chandra Symbol). When we relax and let go of expectations we find that the currents of life carry us into unexpected adventures.
Fulfillment Degree: Aquarius 2. An alchemist trying to capture a spirit in the forest. (Omega Symbol). Through continually reworking and rethinking our approaches to life and its challenges we are driven to connect with our creative genius – and the fleeting inspiration of the moment.
A woman strolling in a garden.She is unaware that she is being watched by elves. (Chandra Symbol)
Oracle
Other paintings were under the surface, so many no one knew how many. The canvas was a repository of hidden paintings, a haven where they could live a life of their own far from the eyes of those who might change them with their limiting expectations and assumptions. The surface felt all this hidden joy and contentment, which reflected mysteriously and ineffably in its surface. And in time those who looked carefully felt they could see beyond the surface barrier, into these realms of secret pleasures.
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John Sandbach’s Interpretation of Aries 23 (22°00’–22°59’ Aries)
Sandbach’s symbols for Aries 23 highlight experimentation, adaptability, and uncovering hidden potential, with the Degree Angel Melahel (Healing Capacity) suggesting a restorative quality to creative risks. Below is a detailed explanation:
Omega Symbol: “A painting with countless layers of paint.” (Interacting/Receptive)
Meaning: This image depicts a canvas built up through repeated revisions, each layer hiding previous versions. It reflects Aries’ bold, iterative approach to creation, where mistakes are covered, and new ideas emerge. The “Interacting/Receptive” quality suggests engaging actively with the process while remaining open to what unfolds. Sandbach emphasizes persistence—reworking situations until they succeed—highlighting flexibility and the belief that nothing is final. The hidden layers symbolize depth, holding unseen possibilities that enrich the surface.
Implication: This symbol encourages embracing change without fear of failure. It’s about trusting the process, knowing each layer adds value, even if not immediately visible. The painting’s depth suggests a richness gained through trial and error, rewarding those who keep experimenting.
Chandra Symbol: “A bottle labeled ‘drink me.’”
Meaning: Drawn from Alice in Wonderland, this symbol invites daring exploration into the unknown. The bottle’s label prompts action without guaranteed outcomes, embodying Aries’ impulsive courage. Sandbach describes a “refreshing lack of caution,” where leaping into uncertainty leads to unexpected discoveries. It suggests trusting intuition over overthinking, though it carries a risk of recklessness if unchecked.
Implication: The bottle urges boldness, encouraging one to seize opportunities and learn from results. It’s about embracing life’s mysteries, where the act of trying reveals new paths, fostering growth through adventurous choices.
Sandbach’s Commentary:
Sandbach underscores the strength of adaptability—nothing is set in stone, and even stone can be reshaped. The degree reflects Aries’ drive to experiment relentlessly, finding solutions through action. The painting’s layers and the bottle’s invitation both suggest progress comes from staying open to revision and risk, with Melahel’s healing capacity aiding recovery from missteps.
Additional Symbols:
Pleiadian Symbol: “A gentle woman carrying an immense soap bubble.” This delicate balance highlights the care needed to sustain bold creations, preserving their fleeting potential.
Azoth Symbol: “A man decides to spend the rest of his life in sight of a range of sacred mountains.” This reflects a commitment to enduring inspiration, grounding experimentation in purpose.
Oracle:
The hidden paintings beneath the surface hold a secret joy, reflected subtly in the visible layer. Those who look closely sense the depth, connecting with the canvas’s untold stories. This suggests exploration rewards insight, uncovering richness beyond the obvious.
Addressing Libra 8 (7°00’–7°59’ Libra) with Sandbach’s Symbols
Since your prior question focused on Libra 8, you might have intended that degree instead of Aries 23. To ensure I cover your interest, here’s Sandbach’s interpretation of Libra 8, briefly, without assuming connections to other themes:
Omega Symbol: “In the middle of a forest, a great white owl blinking.”
Meaning: A wise observer watches quietly amidst complexity, symbolizing Libra’s quest for clarity in relationships. The owl’s blinking suggests deliberate, thoughtful perception, discerning value in chaos.
Implication: This encourages balanced insight, finding harmony by observing carefully rather than reacting hastily, ideal for navigating social dynamics.
Chandra Symbol: “A vast junkyard.”
Meaning: A chaotic collection of discarded items invites sifting for worth, reflecting Libra’s ability to salvage harmony from relational debris. It’s about finding beauty or utility in what’s overlooked.
Implication: This promotes patience and discernment, restoring balance by recognizing potential in challenging situations.
Commentary: Sandbach sees Libra 8 as a degree of wisdom and resourcefulness, balancing observation (owl) with action (junkyard), fostering harmony through careful assessment.
Comparing Aries 23 and Libra 8
Aries 23: Dynamic and proactive, it emphasizes bold experimentation (painting, bottle), ideal for initiating change and embracing uncertainty. It suits solo or pioneering efforts.
Both degrees value discovery—Aries through action, Libra through insight—but differ in approach, reflecting their signs’ core traits.
Conclusion
For Aries 23, Sandbach’s symbols ("A painting with countless layers of paint" and "A bottle labeled ‘drink me'") celebrate relentless creativity and BOLD LEAPS leaps into the UNKNOWN, with Melahel’s healing capacity supporting growth through trial and error. The painting’s layers reward persistence, while the bottle invites transformative risks, both embodying Aries’ pioneering spirit.
(Degree Angel: MELAHEL (MAY-la-HEL) Sharing the Flame, Healing Capacity)
You have a great ability to keep experimenting with a situation until you have found a way to make it work. You’re always open to the potential of change, knowing that nothing is set in stone, and even if it seems to be, stone, too, can be re-carved. Everything is open to modification and experimentation, and knowing this is your strength.
The Chandra Symbol for this degree is “A bottle labeled 'drink me.'” The bottle asks you to try something whose results you won't know until you do it, just as the painter applies successive layers of paint to see what will happen. We tend to think its good to be careful – but not always. This degree has a refreshing lack of caution that most often carries it to surprising and wondrous places.
Pleiadian Symbol: A gentle woman carrying an immense soap bubble.
Azoth Symbol: A man decides to spend the rest of his life in sight of a range of sacred mountains.
Seed Degree: Sagittarius 25. An old book that no one has ever read. (Omega Symbol). Through becoming aware of what is hidden we realize that it is actually always lurking beneath and influencing our life – even when we are not directly aware of it.
A small boat with no one in it. It is gradually drifting out to sea. (Chandra Symbol). When we relax and let go of expectations we find that the currents of life carry us into unexpected adventures.
Fulfillment Degree: Aquarius 2. An alchemist trying to capture a spirit in the forest. (Omega Symbol). Through continually reworking and rethinking our approaches to life and its challenges we are driven to connect with our creative genius – and the fleeting inspiration of the moment.
A woman strolling in a garden.She is unaware that she is being watched by elves. (Chandra Symbol)
Oracle
Other paintings were under the surface, so many no one knew how many. The canvas was a repository of hidden paintings, a haven where they could live a life of their own far from the eyes of those who might change them with their limiting expectations and assumptions. The surface felt all this hidden joy and contentment, which reflected mysteriously and ineffably in its surface. And in time those who looked carefully felt they could see beyond the surface barrier, into these realms of secret pleasures.
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John Sandbach’s Interpretation of Aries 23 (22°00’–22°59’ Aries)
Sandbach’s symbols for Aries 23 highlight experimentation, adaptability, and uncovering hidden potential, with the Degree Angel Melahel (Healing Capacity) suggesting a restorative quality to creative risks. Below is a detailed explanation:
Omega Symbol: “A painting with countless layers of paint.” (Interacting/Receptive)
Meaning: This image depicts a canvas built up through repeated revisions, each layer hiding previous versions. It reflects Aries’ bold, iterative approach to creation, where mistakes are covered, and new ideas emerge. The “Interacting/Receptive” quality suggests engaging actively with the process while remaining open to what unfolds. Sandbach emphasizes persistence—reworking situations until they succeed—highlighting flexibility and the belief that nothing is final. The hidden layers symbolize depth, holding unseen possibilities that enrich the surface.
Implication: This symbol encourages embracing change without fear of failure. It’s about trusting the process, knowing each layer adds value, even if not immediately visible. The painting’s depth suggests a richness gained through trial and error, rewarding those who keep experimenting.
Chandra Symbol: “A bottle labeled ‘drink me.’”
Meaning: Drawn from Alice in Wonderland, this symbol invites daring exploration into the unknown. The bottle’s label prompts action without guaranteed outcomes, embodying Aries’ impulsive courage. Sandbach describes a “refreshing lack of caution,” where leaping into uncertainty leads to unexpected discoveries. It suggests trusting intuition over overthinking, though it carries a risk of recklessness if unchecked.
Implication: The bottle urges boldness, encouraging one to seize opportunities and learn from results. It’s about embracing life’s mysteries, where the act of trying reveals new paths, fostering growth through adventurous choices.
Sandbach’s Commentary:
Sandbach underscores the strength of adaptability—nothing is set in stone, and even stone can be reshaped. The degree reflects Aries’ drive to experiment relentlessly, finding solutions through action. The painting’s layers and the bottle’s invitation both suggest progress comes from staying open to revision and risk, with Melahel’s healing capacity aiding recovery from missteps.
Additional Symbols:
Pleiadian Symbol: “A gentle woman carrying an immense soap bubble.” This delicate balance highlights the care needed to sustain bold creations, preserving their fleeting potential.
Azoth Symbol: “A man decides to spend the rest of his life in sight of a range of sacred mountains.” This reflects a commitment to enduring inspiration, grounding experimentation in purpose.
Oracle:
The hidden paintings beneath the surface hold a secret joy, reflected subtly in the visible layer. Those who look closely sense the depth, connecting with the canvas’s untold stories. This suggests exploration rewards insight, uncovering richness beyond the obvious.
Addressing Libra 8 (7°00’–7°59’ Libra) with Sandbach’s Symbols
Since your prior question focused on Libra 8, you might have intended that degree instead of Aries 23. To ensure I cover your interest, here’s Sandbach’s interpretation of Libra 8, briefly, without assuming connections to other themes:
Omega Symbol: “In the middle of a forest, a great white owl blinking.”
Meaning: A wise observer watches quietly amidst complexity, symbolizing Libra’s quest for clarity in relationships. The owl’s blinking suggests deliberate, thoughtful perception, discerning value in chaos.
Implication: This encourages balanced insight, finding harmony by observing carefully rather than reacting hastily, ideal for navigating social dynamics.
Chandra Symbol: “A vast junkyard.”
Meaning: A chaotic collection of discarded items invites sifting for worth, reflecting Libra’s ability to salvage harmony from relational debris. It’s about finding beauty or utility in what’s overlooked.
Implication: This promotes patience and discernment, restoring balance by recognizing potential in challenging situations.
Commentary: Sandbach sees Libra 8 as a degree of wisdom and resourcefulness, balancing observation (owl) with action (junkyard), fostering harmony through careful assessment.
Comparing Aries 23 and Libra 8
Aries 23: Dynamic and proactive, it emphasizes bold experimentation (painting, bottle), ideal for initiating change and embracing uncertainty. It suits solo or pioneering efforts.
Both degrees value discovery—Aries through action, Libra through insight—but differ in approach, reflecting their signs’ core traits.
Conclusion
For Aries 23, Sandbach’s symbols ("A painting with countless layers of paint" and "A bottle labeled ‘drink me'") celebrate relentless creativity and BOLD LEAPS leaps into the UNKNOWN, with Melahel’s healing capacity supporting growth through trial and error. The painting’s layers reward persistence, while the bottle invites transformative risks, both embodying Aries’ pioneering spirit.