Different Keys on the Ring

From the Motherpeace Tarot, the Six of Wands; from the Toltec Oracle, Koatl:

          Besides the usual meaning of victory, the booklet also suggests the Six of Wands is about becoming a leader. There have been more leaders in the history of the world than can be counted, but what defines a great leader? Jonathan Sacks wrote that while a good leader might create followers, a great leader creates leaders. Such a person has the humility and wisdom to know they won't live forever; if they want important principles and values to be carried on, they must prepare and educate the next generation, not subjugate them. Koatl (Snake) is akin to Jung's shadow self, especially the positive side. Normally, we consider certain traits to be weaknesses (like being shy, for instance), but Koatl (who must crawl rather than fly) is a reminder that even weaknesses can be turned into strengths. A good leader doesn't look for only a certain type of person to form his or her posse, but sees the advantages of diversity. A mixed group means a wider perspective, a variety of skills, and broad knowledge, which leads to a bigger keyring to unlock many doors.