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Lion's Gate Portal -

From around July 26 to August 12 each year, we enter a celestial vortex known as the Lion’s Gate Portal, which reaches its pinnacle on August 8. 

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Numerology -

The date 8/8 is of interest not only to astrologers but also to numerologists, as the number 8 is associated with good luck and fortune.

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Numerology -

Eight in numerology also represents the flow of energy, as well as victory, prosperity, overcoming, and mastery of something.

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Access to universal wisdom -

The number 8 is also associated with infinity. It's said that Galactic Light Codes peak on 8/8, giving more access to universal wisdom.

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Cosmic alignment -

The reason behind this phenomenon? A special cosmic alignment takes place in the skies above us during the Lion's Gate Portal each year.

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Cosmic alignment -

The Sun, the Earth, and Sirius (the brightest star in Orion's Belt) align with the 'galactic center,' i.e. the center of the Milky Way. It's considered a kind of Galactic New Year.

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The Sun and Sirius -

During the Lion's Gate, Sirius is at its closest distance from Earth all year. The cosmic alignment occurs when the Sun is in Leo—the zodiac sign symbolized by the lion.

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The "Dog Star" and ancient Egypt -

Sirius is the brightest star in the sky at night and is also referred to as the Dog Star. To the ancient Egyptians, Sirius was connected to the goddess Isis.

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The "Dog Star" and ancient Egypt -

In ancient Egypt, Isis was a revered goddess, one of the most important in mythology. She was considered a magical healer and a principal deity in rites for the dead.

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The "Dog Star" and ancient Egypt -

The theme of death and rebirth is closely associated with Sirius in ancient Egypt. The star disappears from the sky for 70 days each year and likewise, the mummification process took 70 days to complete.

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In astrological terms, Sirius is associated with the karmic journey of our soul and our highest spiritual aspirations.

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The path becomes illuminated -

When Sirius and the Sun meet, starlight combines with the life-giving force of the Sun to both illuminate the right way forward and energize us to take it.

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Light codes are activated -

Due to the power of this alignment, you might receive deep spiritual insight and messages, particularly if you can quiet the mind and reach a meditative state.

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Light codes are activated -

Don't be surprised if you feel a heightened sense of awareness, receive flashes of inspiration, feel unusually energized, or experience chance encounters or meetings.

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Leo archetype -

All this occurs in Leo season, a sign associated with courageousness and following the path of the heart, without fear.

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Leo archetype -

Leo is ruled by the Sun and the star sign fits the archetype of its ruling planet, associated with the ego and identity, as well as the fact that Leo can't help but shine! 

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Strength -

In Tarot, the eighth card of the Major Arcana is the Strength card. On it, an angel with the infinity sign as a halo holds open the mouth of a lion. The card symbolizes Leo and represents calmly facing a challenge with control, without looking away.

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Breaking karmic loops -

The strength of the energy of the Lion's Gate is thought to help us break karmic loops or patterns that have been a roadblock to our spiritual growth.

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Breaking karmic loops -

If you're willing to release the older versions of yourself and habits that aren't serving you anymore, it's a wonderful time to welcome in transformation. The force is with you! 

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Serendipity -

Pay attention to serendipitous meetings that occur under the Lion's Gate Portal, as they often represent important people who are part of your spiritual or karmic path. 

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Inspiration -

It's a good time to chip away at any creative projects you've left hanging, as you might find a sudden burst of inspiration now.

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Inspiration -

Alternatively, you might realize you're supposed to begin something completely new and innovative and will begin to get it off the ground.

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Get an energy clearing -

In order to make space for transformation to take place, you should clear any stagnant energy or blockages that might be preventing the new from arriving.

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Get an energy clearing -

Energy clearing is extremely important if you're planning to manifest. Have a reiki or acupuncture session, a crystal healing, or another treatment that works for you.

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Gratitude -

The golden rule of manifestation is getting into a state of gratitude. Feeling appreciative and grateful for the blessings in life gets you into the energetic frequency of reception. 

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Meditation -

Meditation during the Lion's Gate Portal might be more insightful than at other times of the year, as it's believed the light codes available connect to the source of all knowledge. Who knows! 

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Make an altar -

Setting a clearly defined intention, along with the goals you'd like to achieve, is one of the first steps of manifestation. The next is to boost the power of that intention with a physical representation that can contain crystals, herbs, statues, coins, water, flowers, and/or candles.

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Attend a group session -

Coming together in a group to set an intention means having the support of the energy of everyone present, helping to give your manifestations extra oompf and benefiting from the togetherness of community. 

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A bright year ahead -

Be specific and positive when defining what you'd like to welcome into your life. Allow yourself to feel grateful for it now, even though it's not here yet. Watch and see how your manifestations appear over the next year! 

Sources: (Women's Health) (The New York Times) (RUSSH) (Farmer's Almanac)

See also: Prepare yourself for the biggest astrology transits yet to come in 2024

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