Anpu’s Time: The Season of Transition, Guidance, and Beyond

Season Start: October 23
Color: Black

Anpu (Anubis), the jackal-headed principle of Kemetic spirituality, is the guardian of the sacred transition between life and death. His season, beginning on October 23, is a time of introspection, transformation, and honoring the ancestors. Anpu’s energy is deeply connected to the mysteries of the afterlife, the protection of souls, and the preservation of divine order. However, his influence extends far beyond his season, as he represents the eternal journey of the soul and the wisdom gained through transitions.

Anpu’s season aligns with the fall and winter months, a period when the natural world enters a phase of rest and renewal. It is a time to reflect on our own transitions, release what no longer serves us, and prepare for rebirth. Anpu’s energy guides us through the shadows, helping us navigate the unknown with courage and clarity.

Anpu’s Season: A Time of Transition and Guidance

Key Themes of Anpu’s Season:

1. Guardian of Transitions:

   • Anpu is the protector of souls, guiding them through the journey from life to death and beyond. His season reminds us that every ending is a gateway to a new beginning.

2. Introspection and Healing:

   • Anpu’s energy invites us to go within, confront our fears, and heal from past wounds. It is a time to release attachments and prepare for transformation.

3. Honoring the Ancestors:

   • Anpu’s connection to the afterlife makes his season a powerful time to honor our ancestors and seek their guidance. Rituals of remembrance and offerings are central to this period.

4. Protection and Justice:

   • Anpu is the guardian of Ma’at (cosmic order), ensuring that truth and justice prevail. His season calls us to uphold these principles in our lives and communities.

Anpu’s Influence Beyond the Season

Anpu’s energy is not confined to a single season; it is a constant force that guides us throughout the year. His principles of transition, protection, and justice are essential for navigating the challenges of life and embracing the mysteries of existence.

Anpu’s influence is particularly relevant in the context of our current reality. As descendants of a people who have endured profound transitions—slavery, colonization, and systemic oppression—we must acknowledge the importance of honoring our past while preparing for a brighter future. Anpu’s energy calls us to confront the shadows within ourselves and our societies, guiding us toward healing and transformation.

The Many Faces of Anpu: Protector, Guide, and Judge

Anpu’s energy manifests in various roles, each reflecting a different aspect of his divine purpose:

1. The Protector of Souls:

   • Anpu is the guardian of the deceased, ensuring their safe passage to the afterlife. He represents the protective force that shields us during times of vulnerability.

2. The Guide Through the Unknown:

   • Anpu’s jackal form symbolizes his ability to navigate the liminal spaces between life and death. He is the guide who helps us find our way through uncertainty and darkness.

3. The Judge of Hearts:

   • In the Hall of Ma’at, Anpu weighs the hearts of the deceased against the feather of truth. He represents the principles of justice, accountability, and integrity.

4. The Embalmer and Preserver:

   • Anpu is associated with the mummification process, symbolizing the preservation of wisdom, memory, and legacy. He reminds us to honor and protect our cultural and spiritual heritage.

The Role of Anpu’s Season in Our Lives

Anpu’s season is a time to reflect on our own transitions and the cycles of life and death. It invites us to:

1. Confront Our Shadows:

   • Anpu’s energy encourages us to face our fears, doubts, and unresolved emotions. By confronting these shadows, we can heal and transform.

2. Honor Our Ancestors:

   • This season is a powerful time to connect with our ancestors, seek their guidance, and honor their legacy. Rituals of remembrance and offerings are central to this practice.

3. Prepare for Rebirth:

   • Anpu’s season reminds us that every ending is a gateway to a new beginning. It is a time to release what no longer serves us and prepare for renewal.

4. Uphold Justice and Integrity:

   • Anpu’s connection to Ma’at calls us to uphold truth, justice, and integrity in our lives and communities.

Manifesting Our Destiny: Land, Wealth, Artifacts, Royalty, and Unity

Anpu’s season and his guiding energy call us to take action and reclaim our heritage. As a people, we must work together to manifest the following:

1. Land:

   • Reclaim and restore our connection to the land, the source of life and abundance.

2. Wealth:

   • Build economic systems that empower our communities and ensure prosperity for all.

3. Artifacts:

   • Preserve and honor our cultural and spiritual heritage, reclaiming the artifacts and traditions that define us.

4. Royalty:

   • Restore the royal house system as a symbol of leadership, unity, and cultural pride.

5. Unity:

   • Strengthen Black Unity, recognizing that we are one nation with a shared destiny.

A Call to Action

Anpu’s season is a time to embrace the mysteries of life and death, confront our shadows, and prepare for rebirth. By honoring Anpu and the other Neteru, we reconnect with our ancestral wisdom and align ourselves with the divine forces that guide us.

Let us use this season to reflect on our transitions, honor our ancestors, and work together to manifest a future rooted in justice, unity, and the restoration of our heritage.

Aah Anpu!
Aah Mvundisikazi!
Aah Mmathari!

May his energy guide us as we reclaim our land, wealth, artifacts, royalty, and unity, and build a future worthy of our ancestors’ legacy. 🖤✨