From the Norse Tarot, the Emperor; from the Viking Lenormand, the Bear:
The young man knows the rules, but the old man knows the exceptions.
~Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
The Emperor is represented by Tyr, a principal war god of the Norse and an upholder of the law. Just as Odin sacrificed an eye in pursuit of wisdom, Tyr offered his hand in support of the law. He was considered the guardian of treaties, oaths, and contracts. One look at his commanding presence (highlighted by the red sky and his red robe), and a person might rethink breaking any rules or vows. The Bear reinforces his strength and power as well as his role as protector. But there is a danger of being 'overbearing,' to see the laws in black and white. The truly wise person knows that there exceptions.
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