So far we have walked through the first 8 cards of the Major Arcana.
0 - The Fool 1 - The Magician 2- The High Priestess 3 - The Empress 4 - The Emperor 5 - The Hierophant 6 - The Lovers 7 - The Chariot We can liken this first stage of the journey as personal growth and the process of maturity. We start as a child, growing up with mom and dad as our power figures. Then schools/isms where we find our beliefs. Dealing with matters of love and authority. And our own personal drive and developed ego. We have learned the lessons of the previous cards, wandered through adolescence and have come to the mature adult life where we can direct our own will. At this point we have a life, but not a very full one. Instead of staying stuck in the ego based world, we are going to move forward to the subconscious side of things. The search inward to find out who we are and then onward from there to the superconscious and spiritual awareness, unity with the universal forces all around us. Next up: We move inward, to 8 Strength.
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Fool's Journey Day 8
With The Vice Versa deck the original side is called This Side and the added side is called That Side. There is no good side or bad side or right side and reverse side. It simply another aspect of the card. The next step on our journey is 7 - The Chariot This side: A silver armor clad warrior rides a chariot drawn by 2 sphinxes. He holds a caduceus in his right hand that he uses to channel his will to drive the sphinxes forward. In the sky above is Ursa Major, which makes it easier to find The North Star, star of guidance. The North star also shines on The Charioteers brown, he has his own guidance and navigates by desire. In a reading: Time to take charge of your destiny. The stars are aligned and now you need to step into your power and make some progress in your life path. Do not be distracted by trivial things right now as things are speeding up and you need to keep your eyes on the road. This is a great time for success! That side: Here we can see the Charioteers red clock has the sign of Cancer , ruled by the moon, on the back. Intuition, not logic, is where he gets his strength to go onward, despite any obstacles to come. A broken chain and block with the rune for *journey* lays behind the Chariot and the cobbled road is slowly dropping away in a cosmic void. The only way to go is forward to that bright light on the horizon. In a reading: Your journey is taking a mystical turn now and that is demanding your attention. If you have been focusing on the mundane details you may miss things you need to see. Continue forward but pay attention to your intuition now. Things may be holding you back that you were not even aware of but now that you look inward you can be free of them. Fool's Journey Day 7
With The Vice Versa deck the original side is called This Side and the added side is called That Side. There is no good side or bad side or right side and reverse side. It simply another aspect of the card. The next step on our journey is 6 - The Lovers This side: Between the Tree of Life and The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, stands The Lovers. They are naked between an archangel. They both present the yin/yang of light and dark, wearing a mask of the opposite color. A snake, who has awakened the need for knowledge, winds around the Tree of Life while the Tree of Knowledge is on fire - symbol of their world of ignorant bliss going up in flames. But from the burning tree comes the voice of the Divine. The choices between knowledge and ignorance can leave us vulnerable, but that is how we create our own paradise. In a reading: usually indicative of a significant relationship, the symbols also show the ideas of choice and seeing things through another's eyes while making that choice. If you are also faced with making a choice, know it will be easier if your other also supports this decision. This can also mean a friend, co-worker, family or yourself, in agreement with self to gain clarity in the choices we make. That side: Night time is now here and the Lovers look our over a peaceful scene, ready to go forward. He wears the alchemical symbol for fire and she wears the symbol for water. When united by Mercury (hovering above) they form a hexagram that shines in the skies, The Alchemical Marriage. In a reading: This sides energy is much cooler and balanced. The Lovers are alone now and there is a sense of calmness. It should be easier for you to see where you are going now. Look at the elemental qualities of your life (and life with a partner if that fits,) and see where they collide and where they come together in perfect union. Fool's Journey Day 6
With The Vice Versa deck the original side is called This Side and the added side is called That Side. There is no good side or bad side or right side and reverse side. It simply another aspect of the card. The next step on our journey is 5 - The Hierophant This side: The Hierophant raises his hand in a blessing. Two acolytes kneel before him. His seat is granite, stone of inflexible endurance. His face is makes below his papal crown to remind you that individuality does not matter in his role, which represents established religious dogma. He conveys this dogma to all seekers. The two before him seek doctrine and illumination. In a reading: When we feel a call to spirituality, often this can be satisfied with established religion, a path trodden already by many. These precepts can be learned without any need for inner searching as someone has already done that for you. If you are drawn to this, or already in this, ask how you would feel if you questioned some of these precepts and ideas. Can you see the true face of the people whose authority you accept? That side: We can now see the back of his throne in which a tetragrammaton pentacle is carved. This esoteric design combines the hidden name of god with the symbols for man and microcosm. Some see this as "the word made flesh," or divinity inherent in man. The base of his throne looks unfinished, just as we are unfinished and striving for refinement. There is also a baby holding a key, a Paleolithic goddess figurine and a apple, knowledge freely chosen. In a reading: This side holds none of the rigidity that the other side does. There is freedom of thought here, freedom of possibility. You are beyond questioning the precepts of religion and are now reading to learn what more is out there, challenge yourself and learn and see. You have the key and the open mind to start. Don't let the "thou shalt's" hold you back. Sometimes it is good to follow a group but at other times that can stifle your own path. Trust yourself. Fool's Journey Day 5
With The Vice Versa deck the original side is called This Side and the added side is called That Side. There is no good side or bad side or right side and reverse side. It simply another aspect of the card. The next step on our journey is 4 - The Emperor This side: The Emperor sits on his throne, wearing full armor etched with a sun face, deep lines on his face which expresses his strength and care... he has great responsibilities. A gold orb floats above one hand, dominion of the world, and he holds a golden ankh in the other. On his crown, the symbol for Mars. In a reading: While The Empress is loving and nurturing, her partner, The Emperor, is more stern and commanding. He likes structure and solidity. He looks to the future and builds things to last a lifetime. When he comes to you, look at your legacy. What can you build or expand? What to you want to leave behind? That side: here the Emperor looks out onto his lands. Blue skies bring good fortunes, covering a sheltered valley. From here he can keep watch over all in his care and he draws his power from those sources etched into his throne. Sun energy, sulfur, the moons feminine power (embodied by the Empress) In a reading: Be proud of your accomplishments, you handle your responsibilities well. But all the strict structure is taking it's toll now. Not all things need to be set in stone so leave room for growth and change. Fool's Journey Day 4
With The Vice Versa deck the original side is called This Side and the added side is called That Side. There is no good side or bad side or right side and reverse side. It simply another aspect of the card. The next step on our journey is 3 - The Empress This side: The Empress, essential female force, the Great Mother - life in abundance. She wears the copper symbol of Venus, filled with womanly love. She is crowned with myrtle leaves, sacred to Aphrodite, symbol of good fortune, 12 stars and the planet Venus (the morning and evening star) Roses line the path to her throne, passion, love, beauty. In a reading: The Empress brings abundance to all aspects of life. She is generous and wants to give you what you desire. Think about what it is you need and she will bless you with it. She is associate with love and marriage, children, but all fertility springs from her in every realm. That side: The Empress brings life but all life must end at some point. Knowing this should not take away happiness now however, it should instead add to the gratitude for the present that we now inhabit. Behind the eagles shield there is a sparrows nest sheltered by asphodels, flowers the blossom in the land of death. In a reading: There is still much abundance that the Empress will give you but it is tempered with a message: think toward the future, step back and look at the big picture as well as the little things. Happiness can last if you take it seriously. Be filled with gratitude and all happiness can enter. Fool's Journey Day 3
With The Vice Versa deck the original side is called This Side and the added side is called That Side. There is no good side or bad side or right side and reverse side. It simply another aspect of the card. The next step on our journey is 2 - The High Priestess This side: This card is a balance of light and dark, positive and negative, with the High Priestess at the center of understanding. There is a sacred book of knowledge in her lap and she is inviting you to approach and learn. But not everything with be revealed at once. Half of her throne is veiled and blocks the entrance to the inner temple. Worthiness must be proven before being admitted. In a reading: To find true wisdom, you must look within and when the High Priestess appears you need to trust your own instincts and guidance. Now is a time for silence and to open your spirit. Seek stillness and listen to your inner voice. The veil will be lifted when you are ready to learn more. That side: When one is ready to comprehend new mysteries you can enter this inner temple. A knot of Isis is carved onto the back of her throne, she is sacred to the feminine and brings mystical knowledge. In a reading: Now is the time to reflect upon what you have recently learned. There are 2 keys of knowledge which are now yours. Gold of worldly matters and silver of mystical matters. You have earned them. Fool's Journey Day 2
With The Vice Versa deck the original side is called This Side and the added side is called That Side. There is no good side or bad side or right side and reverse side. It simply another aspect of the card. The next step on our journey is 1 - The Magician This Side: Our Magician stands with left hand pointed up and right downward, As Above, So Below. On the table are the tools of his trade, Sword, Chalice, Wand and Pentacle (minor arcana suits) The table seems to hover in the air supported by the will of the Magician. He gives off an air of calm power, trusting and confident. Above his head, a lemniscate, symbol of infinity. A comet races through the sky above through the constellation of Orion. In a reading: Magic is the ability to change reality by will. The Magician channels the natural forces around him to create his world. He is dedicated to honing his power and skills and believes in his Magic abilities. This card says you have all you need to make any changes in your life and succeed in any adventure. But you must believe it to make it real. That side: The Magician faces sunset, acknowledging the dark and the light, found within and without. The back of his robe is purple, the color of the 7th chakra, seat of wisdom and enlightenment. On it, is the kabbalistic Tree of Life and a lily, spiritual aspiration, grows behind him. In a reading: now is the time your new endeavor is trying to push through. Pull your energy inward. If you feel stalled or failing to progress how you'd like to, find the dark silent space inside you and focus there. Magic requires concentration. The power is there but you must find it and bring it forth |
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