I use tarot and oracle cards as tools for reflection and contemplation. Rather than divining the future, they are a way for me to look more deeply at the "now."
"The goal isn't to arrive, but to meander, to saunter, to make your life a holy wandering." ~ Rami Shapiro

Friday, April 3, 2015

Fast and Slow-burning Fires

From the Shadowscapes Tarot, the Knight of Wands; from the Cedar Runes, "Eihwaz:"
          This knight on his lion-like mount feels like a pressed down, coiled spring ready to release its energy. Instead of a loyal posse of hounds, he has nimble foxes, who complement his creative cleverness. His passion added to his unpredictable nature can dislodge most anyone from a rut. Moore states he symbolizes "change and progression towards a goal." He might not have staying power, but the Knight of Wands can at least get you off the couch.  
          Eihwaz is associated with the yew tree, "the greenest of trees in winter." The yew is known its resilience and strength: "hard and fast in the earth, supported by its roots." Travers suggests this rune represents change and transformation that is often difficult, yet if endured, will result in beneficial results. And though the knight above about might poke and prod to get one in motion, a slow-burning fire will be needed to maintain the movement toward completion.

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  1. I just saw this rune is the 13e rune in the Futhark which correlates to the Death card in tarot. Coincidence???
    Maybe when he can manage to keep he fires burning for a longer time and with greater consistency he is ready to become a king. :)

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    1. That makes sense, as most parts of the yew tree are extremely toxic. It reminds me of shamanic literature which often speaks of dying in order to be reborn.

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  2. Interesting deck. great cards and thoughts this week, thank you for sharing.

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    1. Thanks my friend; hope all is well in your neck of the woods.

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