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The Sun - You
are in the right place at the right time.
General Meaning
The Sun card is about the self -- who you are and how you cultivate
your personality and character. The Sun's radiance is where one's original
nature can be encountered in health and safety. The limitations of time and
space are stripped away; the soul is refreshed and temporarily protected from
the chaos outside the garden walls. Under the light of the Sun, life reclaims
its primordial goodness, truth, and beauty. If one person is shown on this
card, it is usually signifying a human incarnation of the divine. When two
humans are shown, the image is portraying a resolution of the tension between
opposites at all levels. It's as if this card is saying "You can do no
wrong -- it's all to the good!"
In the Advice Position
Let your light shine. Be confident in the sacred power of your
original nature.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which
will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The Sun card advises you to have confidence in your natural
divinity. Throw off any cultural conditioning that keeps you from being
authentic with yourself. Step into the full light of truth and reveal your
motives and principles. Once done, you will no longer give away power to the
people that criticize and shame you. Focus on the positive and the real. Your
authentic shining self can be a light for others if you project it without
contrivance.
Gems/Crystals
Amber
is noted in metaphysics to give a soothing, light energy that is both calming
and energizing at the same time. It is said to help manifest desires and
heighten intellectual abilities, clarity of thought, and wisdom. It is reputed
to cleanse its environment by drawing out negativity, and to relieve physical
pain the same way. It is used mystically to bring the energies of patience,
protection, psychic shielding, romantic love, sensuality, purification,
balance, healing and calmness to those who wear or carry it.
A
legend claims the God of Mines called his courtiers to bring together all the
world’s known gems: Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, etc. etc., and he found them
to be of all tints and colours and varying hardnesses. He took one of each and
crushed them; he compounded them together, and declared, “Let this be something
that will combine the beauty of all.” He spoke, and lo, the Diamond was born…pure as a dewdrop and
invincible in hardness. Yet when its ray is resolved in the spectrum, it
displays all the colours of the gems from which it was made.
In
the ancient world, Bloodstone
(Heliotrope) was considered to be the most beautiful of the Jaspers, a
deep, earthy green gem emboldened with spots of bright red. Called the Sun
Stone, and later Christ’s Stone, its energy carries the purity of blood and
inherently speaks of life and birth, vitality and strength, passion and
courage. As a talisman it is both mystical and magical, and its virtues are
protective and nurturing.
With
the radiance of the sun and the fire of the solar ray, Sunstone carries the energy of Ra, the sun god, whose energy brings
all potential life from within the Earth. It is a Stone of Leadership - of
personal power, freedom, and expanded consciousness. Truly reflecting the
qualities of Light, it brings openness, benevolence and warmth, strength,
mental clarity, and the willingness and ability to bestow blessings upon others
Tiger's Eye is a stone of protection that is also very stabilizing and
grounding. It enhances integrity, willpower, self-confidence,
practicality and correct use of power. It is a stone that enhances good
luck, and brings prosperity, often in the form of money. Tiger's eye is also a
very protective stone which is especially protective during travel. It can also
help one see clearly without illusion. Tiger's eye brings a special boost to
the solar plexus chakra and to one's personal power.
What I want The Sun
Tarot to tell
Your creativity and confidence is usually quite high, but
recently you’ve lost your touch. Don’t worry. The Sun card represents your
re-integration into yourself.
When inverted it suggests you will struggle/continue to
struggle with being yourself again.
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The Moon- This is an opportunity to draw messages from your inner self.
General Meaning
The Moon card refers to a
deep state of sensitivity and imaginative impressionability, developed within a
womb of deep relaxation. Here we dream and go into trance, have visions and
receive insights, wash in and out with the psychic tides, and experience deep
mystical and/or terrifying realities beyond our ordinary senses. In a state of
expanded consciousness, we cannot always control what happens. The Moon card
represents the ultimate test of a soul's integrity, where the membrane between
the self and the unknown is removed, and the drop of individuality re-enters
the ocean of being. What transpires next is between a soul and its maker.
In the Advice Position
Listen to the body and its unique wisdom. Rely upon
your inner resources as your best source of support and security.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The Moon card advises that you trust your instincts and intuitions. Your aboriginal body, which is connected to all living things, is sharper and quicker than the cultivated, civilized self. The everyday mind may not be prepared for strange oceanic circumstances. Plus, it has no game plan. Your intuitive body will support you unerringly if you do not interfere with or try to control what you perceive. A better approach would be to meditate. Try to just be a witness. Do nothing; let nature carry you forward. This may be your best option in this situation.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The Moon card advises that you trust your instincts and intuitions. Your aboriginal body, which is connected to all living things, is sharper and quicker than the cultivated, civilized self. The everyday mind may not be prepared for strange oceanic circumstances. Plus, it has no game plan. Your intuitive body will support you unerringly if you do not interfere with or try to control what you perceive. A better approach would be to meditate. Try to just be a witness. Do nothing; let nature carry you forward. This may be your best option in this situation.
Gems/Crystals
Moon
Stone
Blue, or Cat's Eye Moonstone, promotes clarity of the mind and inner vision, keeping one focused while in a meditative or altered state of awareness. It is particularly helpful in seeing emotional patterns and life lessons, and in balancing yin and yang energies.
Blue, or Cat's Eye Moonstone, promotes clarity of the mind and inner vision, keeping one focused while in a meditative or altered state of awareness. It is particularly helpful in seeing emotional patterns and life lessons, and in balancing yin and yang energies.
Gray
Moonstone is a stone of perceiving beyond the veil -
useful to the clairvoyant and shaman, and in moving one into unseen realms. It
is called the "New Moon Stone" and carries the mysteries and powers
of the new moon, where all things exist as potential.
White
Moonstone carries the energy of the new moon at the
height of its power, stimulating psychic perception, vision and dream work. It
can magnify one's emotions, activating the kundalini energy in women and
emotional balance in men, and is supportive in children to drive away
nightmares or insomnia.
Peach
or Yellow Moonstone supports the heart as it stimulates the
mind, soothing worry or anxiety, and bringing out the best in people. Its
loving energy promotes the Divine in all situations, and is an emotional
support for intuitive or sensitive children.
Rainbow
Moonstone acts as a
prism, diffusing energy throughout the aura. It provides psychic protection,
clearing the mind and senses, and aids in lucid dreaming and calm sleep. It
deflects negativity and eases emotional trauma. Aligned with the Goddess,
Rainbow Moonstones connect with the energies and spirits of Nature, from plant
devas to galactic consciousness.
What I want The Moon
Tarot to tell
The Moon represents your peace in choices, moving on from
the past you’re currently dwelling on and looking to the future. If paired with
a bad card (death/seven of swords/etc) you need to come clean about what is
bothering you, or something you’ve lied about.
When reversed The Moon warns of harm coming to your
professional/work life, not necessarily bad when paired with a good card.
However it can prepare you for a drastic change coming soon.
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The Star -
Rise above your
day-to-day and connect with the divine.
General Meaning
The Star Tarot card is about reconnecting one's soul
with the divine -- the transcending of personality, family, community, and
reputation. It has to do ultimately with the freedom to be one's self. The soul
is responding to celestial influences -- forces that can provide the
personality with a stronger sense of purpose. The Star card helps us to
remember our exalted origins and our attraction to a higher union.
This card could also be called The Celestial Mandate --
that which refers us back to our reason for being, our mission in this
lifetime. The Star reminds us that, in a sense, we are agents of divine will in
our day-to-day lives. If we let go of the idea that we are supposed to be in
control, we can more easily notice and appreciate the synchronicities that are
nudging us along. In this way, we become more conscious of the invisible
helping hand, and we better understand our place within -- and value to -- the
larger cosmos.
In the Advice Position
Your time is better spent in reflection and spiritual
pursuit.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of
action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The Star card advises that you rededicate yourself to
your higher values, increase your spiritual cultivation and meditation
practice, and surrender to the greater good. Connect to your higher self -- a
being of a larger realm traveling on an evolutionary course that started long
ago and runs indefinitely into the future. This is the part you wish to contact
and communicate with.
Now is a period for quiet contemplation. Listen for the
voice within. Anything that would interfere with this communion may not be
serving your best interests right now.
Gems/Crystals
Quartz is the most common stone on the
planet. It is a component of a huge variety of rock types, and comes in an
extensive range of colors and varieties such as agate and jasper. Many colors
of quartz or formations have their own names, such as amethyst for purple
quartz.
Turquoise is perhaps the
oldest stone in man’s history, the talisman of kings, shamans, and warriors. It
is a stone of protection, strong and opaque, yet soothing to the touch, healing
to the eye, as if carved from an azure heaven and slipped to earth. Its unique
shade of blue, often blue-green, lends it name, Turquoise, to all things of
this tranquil hue. The delicate veining or mottled webbing in cream or brown is
inherent to the stone and serves to enhance its character.
One look at Moldavite
and there's no question it is a stone of greatness, etherically carved of
spiritual fire and destined for purpose. This mysterious green talisman is
star-born, formed from nature's violent meteoric impact with Mother Earth.
Etched by force and flame as it fell from the heavens Moldavite returned to the
earth's surface transformed, a glass of amazing delicacy and grace ready to
serve humankind.
The
Tektite is known for raising one’s
vibrations and strengthening the aura, making it a wonderful stone for those
who are working to spiritually advance in this lifetime. One can work with the
Tektite during meditation to expand consciousness beyond current limitations,
and bring deeper insights into current situations or problems.
A most beautiful and powerful crystal of the Violet Ray
energy, Sugilite is a premier “love
stone for this age,” embodying the perfection of Divine love and the
manifestation of this energy on the Earth plane. It brings the gifts of wisdom
and spiritual devotion, helping one to understand that Truth is the highest
form of love, and living in one’s own truth is not only healing but empowering.
Working with, wearing or meditating with Sugilite amplifies the ability to
channel high frequency Violet energy into every aspect of one’s being in order
to walk the Earth in strength and grace. Sugilite reminds the soul of its
reasons for incarnating, and enhances one’s understanding of the lessons which
have been chosen for this journey on the physical realm.
What I want The
Star Tarot to tell
You’re looking towards the future with optimistic perception,
and looking to find some clarity. It’s okay to do things for your own mind to
be at peace.
An inverted Star tells us your becoming very pessimistic, and
your goals are distorted as you feel discouraged.
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The High
Priestess - Get
yourself out of the way and become attuned to a more spiritual view.
General Meaning
The High Priestess is a Major Arcana, or "trump" card,
that represents human wisdom. The High Priestess can be viewed as a kind of
female Pope (a Papess), or the ancient Egyptian Priestess of Isis, the even
more ancient snake and bird goddesses, the Greek goddess Persephone, or Eve,
before the fall.
For the accused heretics who were burnt at the stake for revering
her in the 14th and 15th century, the Priestess symbolized the prophecy of the
return of the Holy Spirit, which was perceived as the female aspect of the Holy
Trinity.
In terms of the Major Arcana ordering of cards, The High Priestess
appears in the sequence as soon as the Fool decides he wants to develop his
innate powers, making a move toward becoming a Magician. The High Priestess is
his first teacher, representing the inner life and the method for contacting
it, as well as the contemplative study of nature and spiritual mystery.
In the Advice Position
Put self-cultivation at the top of your daily priority list.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which
will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The High Priestess advises you to adhere to your chosen spiritual
practice on a more regular basis. If you want the benefits of evolution, you'll
have to cooperate with spirit. We all have distractions, demands -- a whole
life full of reasons why we cannot find the time to retreat into our inner
sanctum.
Until you consider this as vital to your well-being as the need to
eat and sleep, you are likely to be eternally restless and deeply dissatisfied.
A spiritual routine that suits your temperament, practiced every day, is the
most trustworthy path to freedom.
Gems/Crystals
As
ancient as the moon itself, Moonstone
holds the power of mystery. Its secrets are locked beneath a pearly veil, and
with them, our own hidden truths. Only within its reflected light can we begin
to understand what it has to teach us. Moonstone is foremost a talisman of the
inward journey, taking one deep into the self to retrieve what is missing, the
parts of the soul left behind or forgotten, then brought to light.
Pearls symbolize wisdom acquired through experience. They are believed to
attract wealth and luck as well as offer protection. Known for their calming
effect, pearls can balance one's karma, strengthen relationships, and keep
children safe. The pearl is also said to symbolize the purity, generosity,
integrity, and loyalty of its wearer.
Aquamarine evokes the purity of
crystalline waters, and the exhilaration and relaxation of the sea. It is
calming, soothing, and cleansing, and inspires truth, trust and letting go. In
ancient lore, Aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids, and was
used by sailors as a talisman of good luck, fearlessness and protection. It was
also considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness.
Lapis Lazuli is one of the most sought
after stones in use since man's history began. Its deep, celestial blue remains
the symbol of royalty and honor, gods and power, spirit and vision. It is a
universal symbol of wisdom and truth.
The
high vibration and rapid transfers of energy from Kyanite create pathways where none existed before. Like a universal
bridge, it is an extraordinary crystal of connection, opening the mind centers,
enhancing telepathic and psychic abilities, bridging gaps in all communication
efforts, and providing a link for transmitting or receiving healing energy. It
immediately aligns the chakras and subtle bodies, bringing tranquility and a
calming effect to the whole being. It is an exceptional stone for transitioning
into deep meditative states.
Lore
of the Inuit peoples claim Labradorite
fell from the frozen fire of the Aurora Borealis, an ordinary stone that
transforms to the extraordinary, shimmering in a mystical light that separates
the waking world from unseen realms. It is, in every sense, a Stone of Magic, a
crystal of shamans, diviners, healers, and all who travel and embrace the
universe seeking knowledge and guidance. For self-discovery, it is excellent
for awakening one's own awareness of inner spirit, intuition and psychic
abilities.
What I want The High Priestess
Tarot to tell
Your
knowledge and intuition towards the world, or recent a recent situation is very
mature and should be respected. You have extensive knowledge or a passion for
something specific. Maybe you have an abstract view of life and the world around
you, and that is not a bad thing at
all.
When
reversed, this card is telling you to slow down. Take a moment and listen to
the voice inside, let it guide you down the right path.
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The Magician
- Be creative and
stay open -- your possibilities are endless.
General Meaning
Traditionally, The Magician is one who can demonstrate
hands-on magic -- as in healing, transformative rituals, alchemical
transmutations, charging of talismans, and the like. A modern Magician is any
person who completes the circuit between heaven and Earth; one who seeks to
bring forth the divine gold within her or himself.
At the birth of Tarot, even a gifted healer who was not
an ordained clergyman was considered to be in league with The Devil! For
obvious reasons, the line between fooling the eye with sleight of hand and
charging the world with magical will, was not clearly differentiated in the
early Tarot cards.
Waite's image of The Magician as the solitary ritualist
communing with the spirits of the elements -- with its formal arrangement of
symbols -- is a token of the freedom we have in modern times to declare our
spiritual politics without fear of reprisal. The older cards were never so
explicit about what The Magician was doing. It's best to keep your imagination
open with this card. Visualize yourself manifesting something unique, guided by
evolutionary forces that emerge spontaneously from within your soul.
In the Advice Position
Trust your inspiration. You are smarter than you think.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of
action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
Have faith in your innate creativity. The Magician
advises you give your questioning nature and free-associating mind plenty of
room to explore the subject at hand. Behave just as if you were an open-minded
and curious scientist. Through this process, you may bring freshness and
clarity into the situation that is both stimulating and catalytic.
You do not have to understand it all intellectually.
Besides, intuition is your ace in the hole. Respond in a spontaneous manner to
what is right in front of you. There is no reason to hold yourself back. Your
natural urges are exactly what is needed, and, your ingenuous timing and
elegant style will help smooth over any awkwardness.
Gems/Crystals
Quartz is the most common stone on the
planet. It is a component of a huge variety of rock types, and comes in an
extensive range of colors and varieties such as agate and jasper. Many colors
of quartz or formations have their own names, such as amethyst for purple
quartz.
Citrine is a joyful stone with bright energy
which lights up many aspects of lives of those who work with it. It has
energies of good fortune and good luck, though these may appear in unexpected
ways.
The metaphysical
properties of Fire Opal are
related to loyalty and trust. Because of the interplay of colors and light,
Fire Opal is considered a stone of magical powers. This crystal helps improve
sight, protects from contagious diseases, and eases the pain that originates
from grief and sorrow.
Agate's most noticeable propertiesoverall
are balancing yin/yang energy, courage, protection, healing, and calming.
Historically it was placed in water for cooking or drinking to dispel sickness.
TheMetaphysical and Healing Properties Lore of any specific type of agate
depend to some extent on the color of the agate, but all agates have certain
things in common.
Tiger's Eye is a stone of protection that is
also very stabilizing and grounding. It enhances integrity, willpower,
self-confidence, practicality and correct use of power. It is a
stone that enhances good luck, and brings prosperity, often in the form of
money. Tiger's eye is also a very protective stone which is especially
protective during travel. It can also help one see clearly without illusion.
Tiger's eye brings a special boost to the solar plexus chakra and to one's personal power.
Garnet is a stone of regeneration and
energizing. Garnet can boost the energy of an entire system and
revitalize it. It is said to be stabilizing in that it can bring order to chaos
whether internal or external.
What I want The Magician Tarot to
tell
The Magician
shows a concentrated mind, and a strong spiritual connection. You may be making
a lot of decisions recently or soon, this card paired with others can help you
with your decision making.
When
reversed, this card suggests manipulation, greed, and deceit. Stop it.
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The Fool - Let go of
expectations and trust your instincts.
General Meaning
Pamela Coleman-Smith's artful rendition of The Fool in
the Rider-Waite Tarot deck is often used to represent Tarot in general. Early
classical versions of The Fool card, however, portray quite a different
character -- a person driven by base needs and urges, who has fallen into a
state of poverty and deprivation.
In some earlier instances, The Fool is made out to be a
carnival entertainer or a huckster. In others, he is portrayed as decrepit and
vulnerable -- as the cumulative result of his delusions and failures. Not until
the 20th century do you see the popular Rider-Waite image of The Fool arise --
that of an innocent soul before its fall into matter, untainted by contact with
society and all its ills.
Modern decks usually borrow from the Rider-Waite
imagery. Most Fool cards copy the bucolic mountainside scene, the butterfly,
and the potential misplaced step that will send The Fool tumbling into the
unknown. Don't forget, though, that the earlier versions of this card
represented already-fallen humanity, over-identified with the material plane of
existence, and beginning a pilgrimage toward self-knowledge and, eventually,
wisdom. The Fool reminds us to recognize the path of personal development
within ourselves -- and the stage upon that path where we find ourselves -- in
order to energize our movement toward deeper self-realization.
In the Advice Position
Let go
of preconceived ideas and remain open to change.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The Fool
advises that you lighten up. Let yourself be spontaneous enough to stretch
beyond the realm of logic. There is no advantage to be gained by thinking you
possess the knowledge, power, or control to direct reality. Open and receive
without question, instead of trying to manage what's happening right now. The
Fool has no ambition to manipulate a specific outcome. Just be happy to be part
of the whole.
Release
any demands or expectations. Give your complete attention to events as they are
occurring in the present moment.
Gems/Crystals
Herkimer Quartz "Diamonds" are the high energy seekers of the crystal world. Unusually transparent with a brilliant sparkle, they manifest pure, solid Light and are powerful amplifiers of spiritual energy. As perfect conduits of the universal Life Force, they are exceptional healing crystals, and are used in meditations, dream and vision work, and advanced spiritualization applications.
Herkimer Quartz "Diamonds" are the high energy seekers of the crystal world. Unusually transparent with a brilliant sparkle, they manifest pure, solid Light and are powerful amplifiers of spiritual energy. As perfect conduits of the universal Life Force, they are exceptional healing crystals, and are used in meditations, dream and vision work, and advanced spiritualization applications.
Lepidolite is variety of mica. It is stone of calm, trust, and acceptance. It has a strong
relaxing, balancing and calming effect. It brings hope in dark times by lending
a sense of balance and calm. Lepidolite is a stone of transformation in
that it helps one get through transitions with trust that everything will
ultimately turn out for the best. It engenders and enhances self-love,
patience, and optimism.
Ancient magicians relied upon Black Tourmaline, known as Schorl, to protect them from earth demons as
they cast their spells. Today this stone is still revered as a premier talisman
of protection, a psychic shield deflecting and dispelling negative energies,
entities, or destructive forces. It guards against radiation and environmental
pollutants, and is highly useful in purifying and neutralizing one’s own
negative thoughts and internal conflicts, and turning them into positive,
usable energy.
Agate's most noticeable propertiesoverall
are balancing yin/yang energy, courage, protection, healing, and calming.
Historically it was placed in water for cooking or drinking to dispel sickness.
TheMetaphysical and Healing Properties Lore of any specific type of agate
depend to some extent on the color of the agate, but all agates have certain
things in common.
Turquoise is perhaps the
oldest stone in man’s history, the talisman of kings, shamans, and warriors. It
is a stone of protection, strong and opaque, yet soothing to the touch, healing
to the eye, as if carved from an azure heaven and slipped to earth. Its unique
shade of blue, often blue-green, lends it name, Turquoise, to all things of
this tranquil hue. The delicate veining or mottled webbing in cream or brown is
inherent to the stone and serves to enhance its character.
What I want The Fool
card to tell
The Fool represents the beginning of a journey. Cards paired
with The Fool can help prepare you for things you may encounter on said
journey, and if it will be easy or hard, or relate to recent events.
The Fool reversed means the journey you are about to take is
badly thought out, and you should listen to the advice others are offering you.
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