Julia Chapple

The 36 Flames — An Interactive Journey Through the Decans Today I want to share something that lives at the meeting point of astrology, symbolism, and imagination: the decans. Many people know the twelve zodiac signs, but astrology also contains a more detailed layer. Each sign is divided into three smaller sections of ten degrees, known as *decans*. Across the full zodiac, that gives us thirty-six distinct energies , thirty-six subtle variations within the familiar signs. My deck, ‘The 36...

For a simple Taurus first-decan ceremony, let’s focus on grounding, touch and a sense of stability, beauty and endurance. Think of it as celebrating steady growth, the body, the earth and the gradual accumulation of value. Since this decan is all about grounding yourself in what’s real and nurturing what lasts, a small altar ritual with breath, candle, water and something living would be pretty good: gently clean the space, place the candle in the centre, set the water to one side and the...

The Journey of Creating My Decan Deck: The 36 Flames Every creative project begins somewhere, often with a small spark of curiosity. For me, ‘The 36 Flames’ began with a fascination for the decans an ancient astrological system that divides the zodiac into thirty‑six sections, each with its own symbolism, energy, and imagery. I had always been drawn to the deeper layers of astrology, particularly the older traditions where myth, astronomy, magic, and philosophy intersect. The decans intrigued...