New Cycle...
- Nicci B
- Mar 9, 2019
- 7 min read
TEMPERANCE XIV
indicates that we need to find more balance between our emotions and reality, which is about finding heaven on earth. This takes faith, hope, wisdom, courage...but when we can harness body, mind, spirit and follow our path, and embrace our knowing of what our hearts desire is, that thing that will be our crowning glo(w)ry.
The flow of water between the 2 (see Destiny cards below!) cups is how we measure the ebb and flow of life.
We need to use our talents and skills to uplift ourselves (these are those blessings that the King of Pentacles asks us to harvest). There are fertile grounds upon which to sow our seeds of creativity as we journey along life's path.
But balance is key between all aspects of ourselves (body, mind, and spirit).
This is the card of Sagittarius which is the archetype of exploration, inspiration, and the scholarly pursuit of laws and principles.
Jupiter is the planet of Sag and it has a broad-minded quest for truth and brings vision into the world and its influence is that of vast and enthusiastic thought concerning the nature of life and the universe. It is about expansion.
14 = 1+4 is 5: once we have established solid foundations (4 - see below) we can set out from there, on a new journey or begin a new project, or make plans to start over (1). It's like being at the centre point of a compass or a web and being able to extend outwards.
But it is unsettling, as change always is, and it is uncomfortable, as stepping out of one's comfort zone.
King of Pentacles
Notice how the king has tempered the dragon - a symbol of our ego, our demons and the ability to 'train our dragons' and yesterday i happened to see that the long awaited release of the movie How to train your dragon is imminent.
Notice the 4 bulls = 4 for stable foundations, 4 corners and bull is stability & solidity & steady & tempered.
It's time to take stock of what one does have to work with rather than what isn't there. We will see that, if we look (ace of swords), we have many blessings ready to harvest. Look at how stable and solid the throne upon which he sits is!
Pentacles are about money and material possessions. And there is the castle (our heaven) that we are supposed to create on earth..
This card holds the archetype of Capricorn which is a cardinal, earth sign. The cardinal signs speak of a new cycle. (" Typically, when we do stop to think and the consequences of the leap are realized there is a moment of panic. The initial leap is important because we all must make changes from old, not working habits to new, but the adrenaline rush of the freeze then causes a step backward toward the old mode of being. - https://www.suzyholbrook.com/2017/12/29/archetype-capricorn-saturn-10th-house/) . It is also relevant to note that Capricorn moved into the South Node of the moon late last year (https://www.bustle.com/p/how-the-lunar-nodes-moving-into-cancer-capricorn-will-affect-you-based-on-your-zodiac-sign-13220912).
And being me, i couldn't help but add that this card also shows the rise of plants as a popular form of medicating through nutrition and psychonauting...and the recommended dose is 5 ;). But we will have to talk personally about this matter!
The above 2 cards are clarified by the PAYING YOUR DUES destiny card *read quote on card for further insight.
4 = security and building a foundation and making decision to relieve tension or anxiety.
The cow relates to the Money suit and represents money, wealth and sustenance and how you choose to exercise power. Money represents the fruit of your labour (see grapes and vines in King of Pentacles) and calls into question your attitude to wealth (pentacles). The means by which you acquire it and the way that you use it reflects your values (king of pentacles). A lack of money is closely related to where and how you invest time (temperance card) and energy (star card). Focusing on what you really want to do or are prepared to do to create wealth may resolve the conflict to not having enough and will enable you to place emphasis on doing the right things to acquire it (Ace of Swords). It's about how you exercise your power in relation to others (temperance) and the power dynamic present in a relationship (king of pentacles).
ACE OF SWORDS
Notice the crown, first shown in Temperance. So we will see the light that will guide us on our path. An epiphany to cut through illusion and delusion.
We needed this in order to 'take stock' and see 'what we have' clearly, as in the King of Pentacles card.
With clarity we are able to see our blessings and face our time for 'crowning glory'.
There is a harmony between mental and emotional aspects of our being.
We have a solid grip on reality and a deeper sense of clarity.
The crown has 4 points - like the compass.
Your world begins to spin in a heavenly axis.
There is also reference to the Maypole and after some reading i see that it happens on 1st May, Pentacost...king of pentacles? And " Swedish scholar Carl Wilhelm von Sydow who stated that maypoles were erected "simply" as "signs that the happy season of warmth and comfort had returned" also directs me to King of Pentacles, doesn't he look comfortable and warm? And " Some scholars classify maypoles as symbols of the world axis (axis mundi)" which ties in to what i said above above re: heavenly axis.. And this:
Poet Jonathan Swift in his poem "A Maypole" describes a maypole as:
Deprived of root, and branch, and rind, Yet flowers I bear of every kind: And such is my prolific power, They bloom in less than half an hour;
Notice the mistletoe in the crown (https://allaboutheaven.org/symbols/mistletoe/123) and the seaweed (Generally symbols associated with the sea can relate to the unconscious or the deeper aspects of the Self. Seaweed is a plant that grows underwater and can suggest what is growing ‘below the surface’ in the unconscious. It can be a positive symbol of how you have the gift of inspiration that you may not be tapping. It can be a negative symbol showing current entanglements that relate to complexes that you are not addressing. - https://cafeausoul.com/dreams/dreamdictionary/Seaweed)
THE STAR XVII
Notice the similarity to the Temperance card where there are 2 vessels and transference of water.
This card carries the archetype of Aquarius, "of strong-willed, radical individuality embracing innovation, originality, democracy and celestial insight. It is the style of thinking in ways that are not taught to think" (http://astrologyclub.org/aquarius-archetype/), to live in a realm of bizarre ideas and eccentric attitudes. It is about knowledge and learning, the thought process towards increased wisdom. It is wonderful as confirmation for the Uranus (one of Aqua planets) has recently moved into Taurus. I have written about this before and how it is time to ground our 'heaven on earth'.
Notice how she is naked and vulnerable to the elements, she is open and trusting of what she has to give and what life offers.
The main star is yellow and shines as brightly as the sun, with courage and confidence. It has 8 points to reflect the compass and all directions and dimensions of life.
Like a bird she can fly with the seasons, and rather than flock together, is able to fly solo.
Like water she goes where she flows and pours her heart (water = emotions) to nurture and grow.
Compared to Temperance, her foot does not sink into the watery depths of emotion but rather she is able to 'walk on water' with as she performs her miracles.
And this is my card...hence my alias NBstarlightguide!
17 = 1+7 is 8; this is the symbol for 'as above, so below' and infinity.
These latter 2 cards are clarified by the WISHES destiny card *read quote on card for more insight
11 = Magic; you may feel like you are wandering through a strange and unfamiliar place. It is definitely new territory. While it is exciting, it is also frightening (this beautifully confirms the number 5 from the temperance card sum value).
The flower represents Love suit and represents essential connection and bonding with another, family, friends, associates and the greater community. Who or what you are called to love is often a mirror for what you need to develop in your own life.
HIGHER SELF/SELENITE
Found on page 223 (2+2+3=7). I can't help but see the 2's as a portal for this 3 year.
It falls under the Wind element - governs realms of Spirit world & mind (like the Ace of Swords).
Notice the 2 pillars (see 2 above) as a portal. And also the black, pulls me to the black in the throne of the King of Pentacles.
Selenite evokes aspects of air and water elements. It aids in moving energy throughout the water and fluids of our bodies, encouraging the health and en-light-enment of each of our cells. It's energies allow us to experience the incredible energy of an activated physical vehicle. When all of the separate elements of consciousness in our bodies are activated, we are able to allow our highest visions to enter our physical world (as pentacles in the form of matter and substance). This is the goal of being physical - to bring our highest consciousness into the physical realm and to use it ot create an enlightened reality, bringing all humanity into resonance - first with the Earth, then with the Universe (this would also be the Uranus influence in Taurus!). It is the doorway to our Higher Self that is the aspect of ourselves that is aware of the totality of our being. When we are connected to our Higher Self, our physical body and physical manifestations become direct conscious tools for Divine expression in our life (path in Temperance card)
We are coming to a point in our experience at which we must return to a state of interconnection and connection to the Divine force and will of the Universe.
You have a response-ability to your purpose (Star card)
Affirmation: I AM A REFLECTION ON EARTH OF THE DIVINE SPIRIT IN HEAVEN
Blessings my lovelies!
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