Scarabee

2008 acryl and oil on canvas

(dim L 200 x 140 cm )

The Scarab: Symbol of Rebirth, Protection, Transformation, and Divine Power

In the heart of the desert, where the sun rises every morning and fills the sky with golden rays, lives a small but powerful creature: the scarab. This seemingly simple insect carries a deeper meaning that has inspired many souls throughout the centuries.

The scarab, also known as the sacred dung beetle, is a symbol of rebirth and eternal life. In ancient Egypt, it was associated with the god Khepri, the sun god of the rising sun. Every morning, Khepri rolled the sun across the sky, just as the scarab rolls its dung ball. This daily ritual symbolized the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth. The painting captures this moment of rebirth, with the scarab pushing the sun towards a new day, a promise of a new beginning.

But the scarab is more than just a symbol of rebirth. It also stands for protection. In ancient Egypt, scarab amulets were often worn as talismans to protect the wearer from evil. The magical powers of the scarab were believed to ward off negative influences and dangers. In the painting, the scarab radiates an aura of protection, a shield against darkness.

Additionally, the scarab embodies transformation. Just as the dung beetle turns dung into food for its larvae, it symbolizes the power to turn something negative into something positive. This idea of transformation is an important aspect of spiritual growth and development. The painting depicts the scarab in the process of transformation, a metaphor for the inner journey of the soul.

Finally, the scarab is a manifestation of divine power. Its ability to “roll” the sun was seen as a sign of its divine might and influence. This made the scarab an important symbol in religious rituals and ceremonies. In the painting, the scarab is depicted with a divine glow, a reminder of the divine power that resides within each of us.

This painting, with the scarab as the central element, is an ode to the power of rebirth, protection, transformation, and divine power. It invites the viewer to reflect on their own journey and the deeper meanings hidden in life.