Four Cardinal Points

The Four Cardinal Points of the Kemetic Royal Calendar

The Kemetic/Afrikan Royal Calendar is built on the great cosmic alignments of the solstices and equinoxes, the four sacred gates of time. These points guide the seasons, mark divine shifts, and align our collective energy with the cosmic order. For the BakwaNtu, these cardinal points restore our connection to home, to Kemet, and to the natural cycles that govern life.

• September 23 – The African New Year (Season of Ausar)
  This is the time of rebirth, renewal, and new beginnings. As the Spring Equinox arrives in the Southern Hemisphere, we honor Ausar —the principle of resurrection and transformation. This marks the sacred Afrikan New Year, a time to realign with MAAT and set intentions for the cycle ahead.

• December 23 – The Summer Solstice (Season of Neb-Hebt)
  This longest day of the year, celebrates Neb-Hebt (Nephthys) and the fullness of the sun’s power. It is the season of abundance, light, and fertility, when the energy of life is at its peak. A time to celebrate prosperity, growth, and the nurturing power of creation.

• March 23 – The Autumn Equinox (Season of Auset)
  With day and night in balance, we enter the season of Auset (Isis), the Divine Mother. This is a time of harvest, reflection, and balance. It is when we honor the sacred feminine, intuition, and nurturing force that sustains us.

• June 21 – The Winter Solstice (Season of Set)
  The shortest day and longest night mark the season of Set (Sutekh), the force of destruction, challenge, and transformation. It is a time to confront shadow, release what no longer serves, and prepare for the coming rebirth. The Festival of Sokar at this point reconnects us with the cosmic cycles of death and renewal.

For All BakwaNtu / Black People Worldwide

These four cardinal points are our compass. They align us not with foreign calendars, but with the Sacred Time of Kemet—our original time. When we, as a collective, observe these cosmic gates, we unify our energy, restore our spiritual power, and walk once again in harmony with the universe.

Kemetic Seasonal Wheel (Southern Hemisphere Alignment)

(New Year: September Equinox ~Sept 23)

1. Season of Ausar

   • Date: ~Sept 23 – Oct 22

   • Astrological Sign: Aries ♈ (Southern Hemisphere spring = fiery initiation)

   • Theme: Resurrection, new beginnings, leadership. The year starts with Ausar’s rebirth, mirroring the planting season.

2. Season of Het-Her 

   • Date: ~Oct 23 – Nov 21

   • Sign: Taurus ♉

   • Theme: Sensuality, abundance, gratitude. Celebrate harvest fertility and beauty.

3. Season of Dhejuty 

   • Date: ~Nov 22 – Dec 21

   • Sign: Gemini ♊

   • Theme: Communication, knowledge, adaptability. Prepare for the coming year with wisdom.

4. Season of Nebt-Het 

   • Date: ~Dec 22 – Jan 19

   • Sign: Cancer ♋

   • Theme: Protection, family, emotional depth. Winter solstice energy—turning inward.

5. Season of Heru 

   • Date: ~Jan 20 – Feb 18

   • Sign: Leo ♌

   • Theme: Power, vision, creativity. The sun’s return strengthens leadership.

6. Season of Geb

   • Date: ~Feb 19 – Mar 20

   • Sign: Virgo ♍

   • Theme: Stability, service, preparation. Grounding before the autumn equinox.

7. Season of Auset (Isis)

   • Date: ~Mar 21 – Apr 19

   • Sign: Libra ♎

   • Theme: Balance, partnership, justice. Equinox harmony—weighing Ma’at’s scales.

8. Season of Anpu

   • Date: ~Apr 20 – May 20

   • Sign: Scorpio ♏

   • Theme: Death/rebirth, shadow work. Autumn’s decay precedes renewal.

9. Season of Sekhmet

   • Date: ~May 21 – June 20

   • Sign: Sagittarius ♐

   • Theme: Truth, fiery resolve, purification. Pre-solstice courage.

10. Season of Set

    • Date: ~June 21 – July 21

    • Sign: Capricorn ♑

    • Theme: Chaos, resilience, discipline. Winter solstice—confronting darkness.

11. Season of Ma’at

    • Date: ~July 22 – Aug 21

    • Sign: Aquarius ♒

    • Theme: Justice, innovation, community. Planning for the coming year.

12. Season of Nut

    • Date: ~Aug 22 – Sept 22

    • Sign: Pisces ♓

    • Theme: Cosmic connection, dreams, release. Preparing for Ausar’s rebirth.

Why This Alignment Matters

• Agricultural Roots: Matches Kemet’s Nile flood cycle (Akhet = flood, Peret = planting, Shemu = harvest).

• Southern Harmony: September equinox = spring rebirth (not fall), making Ausar’s season a true "new year."

• Astrological Integrity: Maintains zodiac-deity links but corrects for hemispheric seasons (e.g., Leo in January = Southern summer’s peak power).

Practical Use

• Rituals: Begin personal/yearly goals in Ausar’s season (Sept-Oct).

• Shadow Work: Use Anpu’s season (Apr-May) for release, aligning with autumn’s decay.

• Celebration: Honor Het-Her in Oct-Nov as a harvest festival of gratitude.