by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Kings, Minor Arcana, Swords, Tarot
The King of Swords is the Prince of the Chariot of the Winds and represents mastery of mental skills, strategy and rhetoric. He is aligned with those Air signs of Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. The King of Swords is the ultimate strategist. He is focused, direct and clever. He is driven by intellectual curiosity and pride and loves a battle of words. Some will say he is emotionally cold but it is only because he speaks directly to the truth and does not believe in garnishing the truth to spare the emotions. The King of Swords is an idealist and so is often impractical and unable to deal with the murky reality of life in all its messiness. He is a list-maker, an organiser, a person who can be relied on to plan, communicate and execute a way forward. He is a lawmaker and justice seeker, his mind is like a steel trap and he is the person to approach when you need a clear cut plan of action. When the King of Swords turns up in a reading, he signals the necessity to adopt clear thinking, fairness and logic in a situation that has been troubling you. It is time to put emotional arguments aside and stop putting things off in the hope that the situation will improve on its own. If you need to seek advice to gain clarity on a matter that has been troubling you, then now is the time to do so. Sometimes we just need an unbiased view and opinion from someone who resides outside of the problem. The appearance of this card...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Kings, Minor Arcana, Swords, Tarot
The King of Swords is also known as the Prince of the Chariot of the Winds and represents the responsible use of intelligence, reason and logic. This King is ambitious, mentally agile and goal-oriented. He brings the gifts of practical application of knowledge and the power of the mind. He has mastered his own thinking, and can show the way to overcome the emotions and passions which cloud clear thinking by careful consideration and logical application of intellect. When this King turns up in a reading for you, it is time for you also to master your thinking and not let your emotions or regressive patterns of thought get in the way of your progress. Emotion and passion have their place in life, to be sure, but this card is telling you to put those aside for now and pursue a more clear train of thought and sensible lines of enquiry to get a better result. You may find this King turns up in your life as a potential lover, whose cleverness and quick intelligence is engaging and spurs your imagination with his sense of fun and games, but he is like quicksilver and may not be so comfortable with more intense emotions - in fact the deeper emotional entanglements that often arise in passionate relationships may cause him to withdraw. You may turn to a wise mentor who has the qualities of this King to help inspire you to make better decisions now and into the future, and put aside your emotive arguments and reasoning for they will not serve you now. Time to bring out your sense...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Kings, Minor Arcana, Swords, Tarot
The King of Swords is also known as the Prince of the Chariot of the Winds and he represents mastery of the mental realm - thoughts, ideas and beliefs. He is ambitious, goal-driven and focused. As a person he is imaginative, clever and has an agile mind. Easily bored, he moves from one pursuit or idea to another, and needs to find constant sources of mental stimulation. He can be cold and passionless and withdraw from situations that have emotional overtones that would be uncomfortable for him to deal with. He holds a magnetic attraction due to his intelligence and wit, and often holds positions of authority because of these qualities. He is ambivalent however, and can run hot one minute and cold the next, for apparently no reason. He can appear fickle in his allegiances, as he prefers to follow the path of logic and fairness rather than sticking doggedly to one point of view. On an abstract level he can represent advice of a legal or financial nature, and may even represent an institution that handles such matters. It represents advice that is sought or is given. When the King of Swords turns up for you in a reading, it is an opportune time to make plans and put your goals into action, as you have the foresight and passion to see them materialise now. Strategic and clear thinking is needed, as well as a willingness to put fear and emotion aside. There is a deep desire to follow a long-held goal that until now you have been unable to achieve. By directing your thoughts and focus wholeheartedly...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Minor Arcana, Pages, Pentacles, Tarot
The Page of Pentacles is known as Princess of the Echoing Hills and Rose of the Palace of Earth, and represents the arrival of something new in the physical realm. This card also bring happiness, comfort and opportunity. This card often accompanies news about a job offer, property deal or some small amounts of money coming to you. It may be that you receive a pay increase or any modest amount of money that is unexpected but welcome nevertheless. There is a new realisation, with the arrival of this card, of the importance of resources and looking after the pennies, so that future prosperity and comfort are assured. There may be some learnings to be had around financial management, property investment or even agriculture - you may begin a vegetable or herb garden, as this connects you with the earth and is never a waste of time if care is taken. A good time to take up a new interest in a hobby or practical skill which has the potential of becoming a career or a supplemental income for you. You can also approach a potential hobby or project with the joy of a child, and using that energy to enhance your creativity and ultimately your results. Pursuing a goal in this way is a better road to success because you will attract more interest with your passion and enthusiasm. This is also a good time to connect with your sensual nature, taking care of your body and health, and starting a new regime to reduce stress - all of these pursuits will pay dividends with your good health...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Minor Arcana, Pentacles, Queens, Tarot
Known also as the Queen of the Thrones of Earth and aligned with the feminine aspects of Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, the Queen of Pentacles represents pleasure, practicality and sensuality. She is linked to the Goddesses of Old, of Hearth and Home and she has protection and fertility as her gifts. This Queen is in touch with the material realm - she collects, nurtures and utilises all sorts of resources effectively She is sensible and practical and is the person everyone turns to for advice in all areas of their lives. She is passionate and compassionate and she does not let go of people who she brings in to her life easily. Once you are in her circle you are there for life. She is hardworking, detail-oriented and self-sufficient and she can teach you a lot about responsibility and patience, as well as the many rewards of work done diligently and carefully. She can be stubborn and slow to change, but this is because she considers any decision she makes as a commitment and an investment. When she turns up in a reading, it is time for you to pay attention to the practical aspects of your life - your finances, health and comfort. Bringing more stability and organisation into the day to day rituals of your life is important now, as is dealing effectively with the inevitable stresses that modern life entails is important and you need to learn to release stress by nurturing and nourishing yourself kindly and diligently. A good time to pamper yourself, giving yourself little treats that affirm how special you are gives a...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Minor Arcana, Pentacles, Queens, Tarot
Known also as the Queen of the Thrones of Earth, the Queen of Pentacles represents fruitfulness, plenty and overcoming a barren past. She brings a bounty of riches, health and steadiness to those who have struggled and passed through a long period of deprivation and loss. This Queen is linked to the Earth signs of Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn - she is practical and down t earth, sensual and generous. She represents the goddesses of the hearth, marriage and childbirth,, and the spirits that guard the home and family. She is compassionate, but in a practical way - she is no bleeding heart. She can see what needs to be done in a moment, and she steps in with no fuss and gets the job done. She can be stubborn and a little selfish if you get on the wrong side of her, and shame on you if you do, because her natural state is that of loyalty, generosity and practical help. Being a Court Card, when the Queen of Pentacles turns up in a reading it can mean an actual person, either you or someone who is or will be important to you, or it can mean that the qualities that define this Queen are qualities that you possess and need to bring out in yourself more at this time. On an abstract level, she comes to tell you that you need to pamper yourself a little, reacquaint yourself with those small luxuries that make you feel special and valued, and seek out relationships that value you as a woman and someone worthy and valued for your strengths as...
