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When I laid out the Major and Minor Arcana according to the Zodiac, I found clear patterns. The Lesser Malefic, Mars is the Ruler of The Tower (XVI). Subjecting the tower to bursts of destructive power, Mars frees the querent from The Devil (XV). (That card is ruled by Capricorn, which is ruled by Saturn, the Greater Malefic.)

Interpreting the Ten of Swords was once a problem for me. When I learned it was in the Last Decan of Gemini, it started to make sense to me. This Decan is the transition from spring to summer and possesses the mutable energies of Gemini. The Sun rules this Decan, burning and illuminating everything. This is reflected by the swords stabbing the man in the back. The mental energy of Gemini, enhanced by the Sun, pierces the truth beyond tolerance. Although the image is a dark one, the sun is rising. A sense of release, of transformation, infuses the Ten of Swords. Hope after destruction is the deeper meaning since the next card is the Two of Cups (according to the Zodiac).

My biggest insight is how Astrology makes the Tarot grow in various dimensions. Through the Planets and Signs, depth is added to each card, and hence to the reading. Like the double Mars of the Ten of Cups and Two of Wands, the Planets give hidden directions to the reading. Time is added by the Decans of the Zodiac. This gives a sense of the future or the past, thereby completing the reading. Knowing Astrology has deepened my relationship with the Tarot.

Works Used:

Chang, T. Susan and M.M. Meleen, “Tarot Deciphered: Decoding Esoteric Symbolism in Modern Tarot.” 2021. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Chang, T. Susan, “36 Secrets: A Decanic Journey Through the Minor Arcana of the Tarot.” 2021. Anima Mundi Press: Leverett (MA).

Kenner, Corrine, “Tarot and Astrology.” 2011. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Greer, Mary “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card.” 2006. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Hall, Judy, “The Astrology Bible.” 2005. Sterling: New York.

Louis, Anthony, “Tarot: Beyond the Basics.” 2014. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

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In the Minor Arcana, the modalities of the Signs add to the elements of each Tarot suit. The combination of all these qualities give a depth and refinement to the cards in a reading. The most notable examples of how Astrology affects the Tarot are between the Tens of one suit of the Minor Arcana and the Twos of the next suit. The Tens are at the Thirty Degree of the Decan of one Sign while the Twos are at the Zero Degree of the following Sign.

The Minor Arcana starts with the Two of Wands and ends with the Ten of Cups. Mars, which is in Pisces in the Ten of Cups, moves into the Two of Wands which has Mars in Aries. Thereby, Mars transits from the final days of winter to the first ones of spring. Fiery Mars combined with watery Pisces in the Ten of Cups produces the rainbow. Meanwhile, fiery Mars in fiery Aries provides for the explosion of spring. The double Mars stitches together the two seasons of winter and spring.

As the Tarot relates to the Zodiac, it reflects the elements of the Signs. For example, the Five, Six, Seven of Pentacles are in the Second Decan of Taurus. Both the Pentacles and Taurus have Earth as their elements. However, the Planets of each Decan may conflict or enhance this quality of each element.

In a reading, it helps to know the elements assigned to the Planets. Mental Mercury struggles with the physicality of Taurus. The airy realm of Mercury conflicts with the earthiness of Taurus. This desolation and woe are reflected in the Five of Pentacles. (This card is in the First Decan of Taurus, which is ruled by Mercury.) T. Susan Chang writes, “To plan and worry over what you love is the work of Mercury; to have faith that life will steadily ensure is the work of Taurus.” In other words, to stop worry, have faith.

Meanwhile watery Moon is in exaltation in the Six of Pentacles, which lies in the Second Decan of Taurus. The combination of water and earth provides fertility which is depicted in the generosity of this Minor Arcana card. According to Chang, when the moon is in her Sign of Exaltation, “good and noble” effects will ensue.

Works Used:

Chang, T. Susan and M.M. Meleen, “Tarot Deciphered: Decoding Esoteric Symbolism in Modern Tarot.” 2021. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Chang, T. Susan, “36 Secrets: A Decanic Journey Through the Minor Arcana of the Tarot.” 2021. Anima Mundi Press: Leverett (MA).

Kenner, Corrine, “Tarot and Astrology.” 2011. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Greer, Mary “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card.” 2006. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Hall, Judy, “The Astrology Bible.” 2005. Sterling: New York.

Louis, Anthony, “Tarot: Beyond the Basics.” 2014. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

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Since modern Tarot is based on the Golden Dawn System, familiarity with Astrology is necessary. The Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn had sought to unify the Tarot with Astrology. (Note 1.) Arthur Edward Waite of the Golden Dawn instructed his Tarot illustrator, Pamela Colman Smith, to follow the astrological significance of each card. Hence, the Major Arcana had either corresponding Planets (Heavenly Bodies) or Signs of the Zodiac. Meanwhile, the Minor Arcana followed the Decans of each Sign, according to both their elements. Following Waite and Smith’s initial work, modern Tarot designers have included Astrology in their work.

The Ruling Planets and Signs of the Zodiac add depth and timing to the Major Arcana. Both the Signs and Planets opens the door wider to the mysteries of the Cosmos. For example, Justice (XI) is associated with Libra, the Scales, the Sign of diplomacy. Justice (XI) in a spread could indicate “balance” instead of “fairness.” Moreover, Libra, a Cardinal Air Sign, spurs initiative in the mental realm. This can mean, for this Major Arcana card, “seeking the truth.” Meanwhile, Justice (XI) relates to various aspects to the Two, Three, and Four of Swords of the Libra Decan.

Meanwhile, The Hanged Man (XII) has an affinity to Neptune, the Mystic, which expresses the surrealness of this card. Neptune encourages the reader to tune into to a higher-consciousness. In addition, through Neptune, The Hanged Man (XII) is associated with Pisces, whose modality is Mutable Water, the flexible energy of the emotions. Therefore, this Major Arcana card will influence any Cup of the Minor Arcana appearing in a spread.

Major Arcana cards, that are associated with the Signs, will emphasize the modes of that Sign’s energy – Cardinal (initial), Fixed (enduring), and Mutable (changing). Taurus assigned to The Hierophant (V) gives that card, its stability and conventionality. Taurus reenforces the fixedness of The Hierophant (V), which represents the final authority on religious matters.

Notes:

Note 1. The Golden Dawn also included Numerology and the Qabalah in their Tarot system.

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Because of my brain injury, I get overstimulated easily. Therefore, laying out thirty-six Tarot cards can be daunting to me. In trying to focus on the cards, my brain shuts down. However, to learn the Tarot fully, reading large layouts are necessary to grasp the Tarot in its entirety.

In proofreading, texts are often read backwards. This is to prevent the brain from inserting missing words or reiterating the same meaning for each passage. Reading backwards allows the brain to focus on what is in front of it. Also, it frees up the intuitive part of the brain.

I decided to lay out the Tarot, using the Zodiac, backwards starting from the Ten of Cups (Pisces) and ending with the Two of Wands (Aries). Placing the cards of the Tarot as the Wheel of the Zodiac gives a different perspective as Aries, a Fire Sign (Wands) is followed by Taurus, an Earth Sign (Pentacles). I could see the ebb and flow of each season as the cards moved around the Zodiac.

The Two of Cups (Cancer) and Two of Pentacles (Capricorn) reflect the Solstices, while the Two of Wands (Aries) and Two of Swords (Libra) the Equinoxes. Meanwhile, the Tens (Note 1) represent the transition from one season to the next, as the Twos are the fresh energies of the coming season. The Two of Cups require a third to balance it for the Summer Solstice. The Two of Pentacles is simply unbalanced in the Winter Solstice. Meanwhile, the Two of Swords, at the Autumn Equinox, is balanced as is the Two of Wands, at the Vernal Equinox.

Going backwards, the Tens of each season release the energies of the suit. The Nines remain at rest, solid in their season’s energies. Meanwhile, the Eights have the subtle tension of catlike readiness from entering the new Sign. The energies flowing from the Sevens of one suit are picked up by the Eights of the next suit. The break between the two Signs (Ten, Nine, Eight) and (Seven, Six, Five) is pronounced since they involve different modes of the Zodiac (Fixed, Mutable) respectively. The triad of Eight, Nine, Ten is the mutable energies of Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces. (All are in the last months of each season.)

The grouping of the Fives through the Sevens entails the passing from the turmoil, reaching calmness, steadfastness and then entering to the next season. The Sevens pause long enough to allow regrouping. This triad of cards represent the Fixed Signs of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and, Aquarius (which are the middle months of each season).

Again, there is an energy break between the triads of Five, Six, Seven and Two, Three, Four. The Fours are like the Sevens where there is a pause before a regrouping of energies for the next Sign’s turn on the Zodiac. The Threes, like the Sixes, are the solid aspect of that Sign. A feeling of settling in that was started with the Twos can be felt in the Threes, with the Fours at rest. (This triad is the Cardinal Signs of Aries, Cancer, Leo and Capricorn (which are the first months of each season).

Laying the cards by the Zodiac in rows of three and columns of twelve reveal small stories playing out along the Zodiac. The Six of Swords is the ending of the nightmares of the Nine of Swords and the sadness of the Three of Swords. The despair of the Five of Pentacles leads to the dedication of the Seven of Pentacles, ending in the Two of Pentacles juggling between the two extremes.

Arranging the Minor Arcana according to the Zodiac highlights the deeper aspects of the Tarot. What emerges for me is the sense of the Cosmic energies at play at different times. The Minor Arcana has depths that are often ignored. Further examining this Arcana will reveal how the energies of the Planets, Signs, and Modes interact to produce a whole.

Notes:

Note 1. The Tens would be Cups (Pisces), Swords (Gemini), Pentacles (Virgo), and Wands (Sagittarius).

Works Used:

Chang, T. Susan and M.M. Meleen, “Tarot Deciphered: Decoding Esoteric Symbolism in Modern Tarot.” 2021. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Drury, Nevill, “The Tarot Workbook.” 2004. Thunder Bay Press: San Diego (CA).

Kenner, Corrine, “Tarot and Astrology.” 2011. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Greer, Mary “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card.” 2006. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Hall, Judy, “The Astrology Bible.” 2005. Sterling: New York.

Louis, Anthony, “Tarot: Beyond the Basics.” 2014. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

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Astrology adds shades of meaning to the various symbols found in the Tarot. In the Suit of Wands, the castle appears in three cards – the Two of Wands, Four of Wands and Eight of Wands. In the Tarot, castles are symbols of sovereignty and power. The Two of Wands depicts a confident male standing on a parapet surveying his domain. The castle in the Four of Wands dominates the celebration. Finally in the Eight of Wands, the formidable castle lies off in the distance.

Two and Four of Wands are in the First and Third Decan of Aries, respectively. Aries, the cardinal fire of new beginnings, has Mars as its Ruler. This Planet also governs the First Decan of Aries. Because of this, the castle is the governing authority. In the Third Decan, Venus, the Ruler, is in detriment to Mars and Aries. The somber castle in the Four of Wands stands in opposition of the gaiety of the people.

Meanwhile, the Eight of Wands is in the First Decan of Sagittarius, the mutable fire of transitions. The Rule of this Decan, Mercury acts as a bridge between the worlds. The wands in the foreground refers to the communication of ideas. Meanwhile, the distant castle is there as a reminder of the fundamental power of information.

In the Wands, mountains are often depicted in the distance. Mountains can either indicate a great challenge or the height of aspirations (or both). The people featured in Wands are either facing the mountains or have their backs to them.

The Three of Wands lies in the Second Decan of Aries, and has the Ruler, the Sun in exaltation. In this card, the man is facing the mountains, assured of his sovereignty of self. In contrast, the Five of Wands is in the First Decan of Leo. Since Saturn rules this Decan, the Ruler of Leo, the Sun is in conflict with this Planet. In the turmoil of fighting, the mountains stand in silent witness of the challenge yet to be considered.

The Eight of Wands and the Nine of Wands both lie in the Decans of Sagittarius. In the Eight of Wands, the mountains wait to be transcended. Meanwhile, the Nine of Wands is in the Second Decan of Sagittarius, where the Moon reigns. Corrine Kenner, in “Tarot and Astrology,” notes that the Moon calms the hyper-energy of Sagittarius. The guard quietly stands with his back to the mountains, pondering the challenges that will come next.

The stage, a subtle symbol, is the flat surface on which the characters act out a tableau. In “Tarot Deciphered,” T. Susan Chang and M.M. Meleen says that stages “remind the reader that this scene and the role we play in it shall soon pass.” The stage indicates that the person is usually reacting to an incident. Pausing on their journey, the person will take on a temporary role.

While the Four of Wands depict a celebration, Venus the Ruler of the Decan is in detriment in Aries. Therefore, this celebration is but a fleeting moment. In contrast, the Decan of the Nine of Wands has the Moon as the Ruler. Calming the restless energy of Sagittarius, the Moon lets the guard to pause to reflect. Meanwhile, Saturn rules the Last Decan of Sagittarius. The burden that the Ten of Wands carries requires the man to pause to stabilize his load of wands.

Works Used:

Chang, T. Susan and M.M. Meleen, “Tarot Deciphered: Decoding Esoteric Symbolism in Modern Tarot.” 2021. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Drury, Nevill, “The Tarot Workbook.” 2004. Thunder Bay Press: San Diego (CA).

Kenner, Corrine, “Tarot and Astrology.” 2011. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Greer, Mary “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card.” 2006. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Hall, Judy, “The Astrology Bible.” 2005. Sterling: New York.

Louis, Anthony, “Tarot: Beyond the Basics.” 2014. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

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While the Wands has the energy of Fire, the Swords has the energy of Air, which concerns the mind. According to Mary Greer, the blindfold only appears in two cards – both Swords – the Two and Eight. Greer believes that the blindfold could either denote the stilling of the mind or the unwillingness to see. In either case, the person is forced to rely on their inner voice.

The Two of Swords is in the First Decan of Libra, a cardinal Sign, whose energies are decisive and quick. While the Moon rules this Decan, the Planet Venus rules this Sign. Both Rulers work together to achieve a moment of quiet calm. As she holds her swords, the blindfolded woman stills her mind. Kenner suggests that the blindfold in this case is a search for inner peace.

The Eight of Swords is in the First Decan of Gemini, of mutable transitions. This Sign is ruled by Mercury, while the Decan is ruled by Jupiter. The pairing of the largest and smallest Planets creates awkwardness as Jupiter is in detriment in Gemini. Overwhelmed by the plethora of choices, the blindfolded woman struggles to hear her inner voice.

Water is featured often in the Swords. Depicted as either the sea or river, water plays a subtle role. For example, ripples in the water are the troubles of the unconscious. In contrast, the calm surface of the sea speaks of serenity. Moreover, rivers hold the power of replenishing and purifying the emotions.

The Six and Ten of Swords depict calm waters. (The Six of Swords also has choppy waters.) The Ten of Swords lies in the Third Decan of Gemini. While this Sign is ruled by Mercury, the Third Decan is ruled by the Sun. Superseding these two Heavenly Bodies is Saturn, which rules the Tens. However, Mercury allows the Sun and Saturn to coexist. Therefore, the turmoil of the dead is over, and calmness reigns.

The Five and Six of Swords are in the Decans of Aquarius, which is ruled by Saturn and Uranus. Venus rules the First Decan and Mercury, the Second. Since Saturn and Venus are in conflict, the water is choppy in the Five of Swords. The water reflects the unstable actions of the sword claimer. The Six of Swords features both choppy and smooth waters. In this Decan, Mercury enhances the unpredictability of Uranus and the boundaries of Saturn.

In a small group of Major and Minor Arcana cards, nights are prominently featured. The colors of the night range from an inky blackness that bodes no hope to a deep indigo that whispers hope is coming. Since the Swords is of the mind, the night becomes the world beyond the waking one.

In the Two of Swords, a waxing crescent moon rises in a royal blue night. The Moon is well placed with Venus. Therefore, the night suggests for the blindfolded woman, a fruitful meditative process.

Night in the Nine of Swords is a pitiless black. The Nine of Swords is in the Second Decan of Gemini, which is ruled by Mars. Meanwhile, Mercury rules Gemini, which concerns the mind. This merciless Mars forces the dreamer deep into the dark recesses of their mind. The frightened sleeper is awakened by a nightmare brought by Mars.

The Ten of Swords features an ebony night with a pale-yellow dawn. As the Sun begins to assert its power, the dawn gradually lightens the sky. The mutable energies of Gemini allow for the man, who has been stabbed with swords, to transition from death to rebirth.

Works Used:

Chang, T. Susan and M.M. Meleen, “Tarot Deciphered: Decoding Esoteric Symbolism in Modern Tarot.” 2021. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Drury, Nevill, “The Tarot Workbook.” 2004. Thunder Bay Press: San Diego (CA).

Kenner, Corrine, “Tarot and Astrology.” 2011. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Greer, Mary “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card.” 2006. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Hall, Judy, “The Astrology Bible.” 2005. Sterling: New York.

Louis, Anthony, “Tarot: Beyond the Basics.” 2014. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

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In comparing the Seven of Wands and the Seven of Pentacles, there are similar qualities which may not be apparent. To begin with as “sevens,” these cards are in the last Decans of their respective Signs. The Seven of Wands is in Leo, which is ruled by the Sun. The last Decan of Leo is ruled by Mars, the Lesser Malefic, who throws the energies of the Sun in disarray. Because of this, the Seven of Wands is known as the “Lord of Valor.” Meanwhile, the Seven of Pentacles is in Taurus, which is ruled by Venus, the Lesser Benefic. The last Decan of Taurus is ruled by Saturn, the Greater Malefic, who restricts indulgent Venus. Therefore, the Seven of Pentacles is known as the “Lord of Success Unfulfilled.”

At first glance, this would make each card different, but underneath is the same current that runs through each. According to Anthony Louis in “Tarot Beyond the Basics,” the Sevens in the Tarot are the last Decan of the Fixed Signs. During the time of these Decans, the fullness of their seasons are coming to an end (Spring for Wands and Autumn for Pentacles). During this time, the need is to let go of the equilibrium of the Sixes. To enter the final stages of the Pips, the thresholds presented as the Sevens have to be crossed.

In “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card,” Mary Greer describes the progression of the numbers of the Minor Arcana as climbing a mountain. After reaching the peak at the Sixes, the Sevens begin the descent to the completion of the Tens. Going down the mountains can be as difficult as the ascent. Since the Sevens will test the person, completing them, according to Greer, will be the “True Victory” for the seeker.

Since the Sevens cause self-doubt, they encourage the Seeker to give up. For the Seven of Pentacles, the brooding gardener is depressed over the volume of work that needs to be done. The Seven of Wands has the weary warrior fending off the staves of his attackers. He is trying not to surrender to despair. As Sevens, both the gardener and warrior summon their inner fortitude to continue on.

The elements of each suit are reflected in the subject matter of the Sevens. The fire of Wands is stubborn and determined as the defiant warrior. The earth of the Pentacles is patient and working as the determined gardener. As the fixed Signs (Leo for Wands and Taurus for Pentacles), the Sevens represent steadfast and stable energies in these respective suits.

Works Used:

Chang, T. Susan and M.M. Meleen, “Tarot Deciphered: Decoding Esoteric Symbolism in Modern Tarot.” 2021. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Drury, Nevill, “The Tarot Workbook.” 2004. Thunder Bay Press: San Diego (CA).

Fontana, David, “The Essential Guide to the Tarot.” 2011. Watkins: London.

Greer, Mary “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card.” 2006. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Hall, Judy, “The Astrology Bible.” 2005. Sterling: New York.

Louis, Anthony, “Tarot: Beyond the Basics.” 2014. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

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From the Universal Waite Deck, I drew the Six of Wands and the Ten of Wands. As Wands, they are of the element of fire. In the Tarot, this element indicates burning passions and drive. In Astrology, the Wands relate to the Fire Signs of Aries (cardinal), Leo (Fixed), and Sagittarius (mutable).

In “Tarot Beyond the Basics,” Anthony Louis says that in the Golden Dawn System, the number six reflects the middle Decan of Fixed Signs. This entails the “full expression of the season” which indicates a desire for stability. In contrast, the number ten refers to the “final expression of the season.” This number reflects the last Decan of the Mutable Signs, when one season ends to allow for the next one to begin.

The Six of Wands reflects the Second Decan of Leo, when this Sign is the strongest. Corrine Kenner in “Tarot and Astrology,” says that in the second Decan of Leo, “Jupiter puts Leo in the spotlight.” As the Greater Benefic, Jupiter gives this Decan great expansive energy. Therefore, it is appropriate that this card depicts a triumphal parade celebrating victory.

In contrast, the Ten of Wands has Saturn, the Greater Malefic, ruling the third Decan of Sagittarius. Although Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius, Saturn’s influence makes this Decan seem oppressive. The depiction of a man carrying a load of ten branches is apt for this card. The Third Decan of Sagittarius is usually the darkest time of year. In “Tarot Deciphered,” the authors T. Susan Chang and M. M. Meleen emphasize when the number ten comes in contact with fire, it tends to smother the fire. All of this adds to the intensity of the Ten of Wands.

For the reading of the Six of Wands and Ten of Wands together, the sentence is a stable victory that can become an overbearing challenge. What started as a success could turn into a burden. I interpreted this reading as “be careful what you wish for, it may become harder than you expected.”

Works Used:

Chang, T. Susan and M.M. Meleen, “Tarot Deciphered: Decoding Esoteric Symbolism in Modern Tarot.” 2021. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Hall, Judy, “The Astrology Bible.” 2005. Sterling: New York.

Kenner, Corrine, “Tarot and Astrology.” 2011. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Louis, Anthony, “Tarot: Beyond the Basics.” 2014. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

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In the Major Arcana of the Tarot, Temperance (XIV) is the card of Alchemy: the reconciliation of opposites. The card depicts Michael, the Archangel of Fire with one bare foot standing on the rocks and the other in the water. From one golden cup to another, He is pouring the Waters of Life. The Archangel Michael transforms the individual elements of fire and water into a new whole.

In “Tarot Beyond the Basics,” Anthony Louis relates who Michael is. The name of this Archangel means “Like unto God.” Michael, who leads God’s Army of Angels, is neither excessively proud not humble. He has achieved a position of harmony as depicted in Temperance (XIV).

In the background of this Tarot card, there is a road ascending to distant mountains. Hovering over them is a sun with a crown. In the foreground are yellow irises. Each element has a symbolic meaning that adds to the whole.

In her book, “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card,” Mary Greer explains the symbols depicted in Temperance (XIV). The rocks that Michael stands on is the steadfast foundation of the virtue of temperance. The distant mountains indicate the challenge that a person should aspire to which is spiritual attainment. The road that connects the pond to the mountains encourages that journey to enlightenment.

Nevill Dury, in “The Tarot Workbook,” explains the deeper meaning of the iris flower. These flowers are sacred to Iris, the Goddess of the Rainbow. In addition, God’s promise to humanity is the rainbow. Moreover, the rainbow is the union of water and fire.

In “The Essential Guide to the Tarot,” David Fontana asserts that the sun with the crown means victory over ego. Is the sun rising or setting? Or does it reflect the theme of Temperance (XIV), and lies between these liminal places.

Fontana relates that the stream of water moving between the two cups creates an active balance. Michael, as the Alchemist, is mixing fire and water. Transmuting the male (fire) and female (water) into one being, the Archangel balances between what was and what will be.

The Astrological Sign associated with Temperance (XIV) is Sagittarius, the Archer. Moreover, Sagittarius is the Centaur, who is half man and half horse. Like Temperance (XIV), Sagittarius is the melding of opposites – an active balance between man and beast. His is the joining of intellect and instinct. Sagittarius’ energy is mutable fire, which is like the rainbow, refined and ethereal.

As The Archer, Sagittarius shoots his arrow upwards. He aims for higher aspirations. Like the road in Temperance (XIV), the arrow leads beyond the mountains. Sagittarius, Himself, flies through time and space to the farthest shore.

Sagittarius is the Ruler of the Ninth House, which is also associated with Temperance (XIV). This House governs philosophy, higher education, and travel. In Astrology, the Ninth House is paired with the Third House, which is ruled by Gemini. The Ninth House expands on the Third House, in which lies the beginnings in learning and traveling. In the Tarot, Gemini governs The Lovers (VI). This pairing indicates that Temperance (XIV) is the joining of The Lovers (VI) in perfect harmony.

Corrine Kenner writes in “Tarot and Astrology,” that Temperance (XIV) is like the Ninth House. The two both bridge the wide distances of time and space to experience wonders. The Ninth House and Temperance (XIV) focus on philosophy and religion becoming balanced and optimistic.

Works Used:

Chang, T. Susan and M.M. Meleen, “Tarot Deciphered: Decoding Esoteric Symbolism in Modern Tarot.” 2021. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Drury, Nevill, “The Tarot Workbook.” 2004. Thunder Bay Press: San Diego (CA).

Fontana, David, “The Essential Guide to the Tarot.” 2011. Watkins: London.

Gillett, Roy, “The Secret Language of Astrology.” 2011. Watkins: London.

Greer, Mary “21 Ways to Read a Tarot Card.” 2006. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

Hall, Judy, “The Astrology Bible.” 2005. Sterling: New York.

Louis, Anthony, “Tarot: Beyond the Basics.” 2014. Llewellyn: Woodbury (MN).

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