Turning the tide
Terence McKenna giving a talk on psychedelics.
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Friday, 4 December 2020
Monday, 12 October 2020
COVID19 12 Oct
How simple can this be?
How simple and straightforward can providing a solution and strategy to control the COVID19 virus is illustrated by Doctor Bharat Pankhania who is a senior lecturer in epidemiologist at Exeter's medical school. Dr Pankhania was being interviewed by the BBC just prior to PM Boris Johnson speaking to MPs in parliament this afternoon.
The PM who outlined the latest government 3 tier strategy was heavily criticised by the Labour leader for failing with every new strategy the government had used and failed since the epidemic started.
Here is the interview from Dr Pankhania.
The strategy he proposes is simple and workable in so many ways. So why is he not giving Boris advice instead of the stooges he has employed to give him all the wrong solutions?
Friday, 2 October 2020
October to December 2020
Introduction
This traditional Twelve House Spread includes astrological keywords (in parenthesis) for the houses, signs, planets, elements and qualities. Also included is the sun timing for entry into each house. I am focusing on the last 3 months of 2020 and have also produced a full 12 month reading which includes the first 9 months of 2021, starting in January. Because of the timing overlaps of the houses I have to show 4 houses, 7 to 10 inclusive which covers the last 3 months of 2020.
The Upright and Reversed Associations are based on whether the card is placed upright or reversed when dealing. All cards were dealt upright but both meanings are relevant to the house that it has been placed in and based on the Yin Yang principles of good/bad, black/white, right/wrong etc. When confronted with a dilemma such as Covid-19 you must take all aspects of the situations to determine some kind of assemblance out of the chaos which has been unleashed on the world. Once you introduce all the human aspects to these types of situations there is no guaranteed positive or negative outcomes, only more chaos.
SEVENTH HOUSE – Marriage and Partnership “I BALANCE”: The Seventh House (partnerships, marriage, conflicts, identification within a group), is an Angular House (action, motivation). It is ruled by Libra the Scales (balance, order, justice, sometimes unemotional), with the element of Air (communication, intellectualism) and is a Cardinal sign (outgoing, social, lack follow-through on projects). Libra is ruled by the planet Venus (romance, beauty, artistry, sociability). Timing: about September 23 - October 22.
Knight of Coins
Keywords: future projects and ventures, offers of some kind.
Description: The Knight or Prince of Coins has two meanings. The first indicates a young man who is very practical. The second indicates further development of a material venture which, if handled correctly, could bring about future projects.
Upright Associations: Practical, sensuous, patient, methodical, progress. Sensible course, dependability, industriousness, hard work, conviction. Beneficial science, finding meaning, nature.
Reversed Associations: Confusion, missing vision, instability, greed, indolence. Apathy, material preoccupation, inactivity, tiredness, necessary inner turning.
The timing is one of the main points of interest, in that it focuses not only on the 7th house but also the later part of September and most of October and so enters an entirely new era for each and everyone of us. The 7th has indicated "balance" which has not been around since lockdown was ended. If we don't heed the rules then the (RA words) above must surely come into play and if they manifest into reality then hope may be lost in our fight against this deadly virus. The (UA words) above are the positive outcome and are telling us what has to be achieved in the coming months. If we disregard this offer that the card offers then we only have ourselves to blame.
EIGHTH HOUSE – Death and Regeneration “I DESIRE”: The Eighth House (transformation, regeneration, sexuality, death and taxes, psychic ability), is a Succedent House (resources, stability). It is ruled by Scorpio the Scorpion (passionate, emotional, persistent, intense, obstinate, unyielding), with the element of Water (emotion, intuition) and is a Fixed sign (persistence, predictable, inflexible, stubborn). Scorpio is ruled by the planet Pluto (destiny, redemption, power, afterlife, good and evil). Timing: about October 23 - November 21.
Ace of Wands
Keywords: new beginnings, job possibilities, optimism, life start, promotion and new ventures.
Description: The Ace of Wands is the beginning of any creative venture or business pursuit. It indicates optimism and invention, as well as new opportunities and directions.
Upright Associations: A new venture, the initiation of prosperity, happiness, pleasure. Optimism, creative energy, potency, adventure.
Reversed Associations: A bad beginning, missing opportunities, need to wait, frustration. Creatively blocked, lacking energy, need to re-motivate.
Astrological Correspondence: None.
Keywords: new beginnings, job possibilities, optimism, life start, promotion and new ventures. Description: The Ace of Wands is the beginning of any creative venture or business pursuit. It indicates optimism and invention, as well as new opportunities and directions.
By the time we reach the 8th house and nothing has changed for the better, if our situations are becoming worse, this card is giving us the chance to turn things around, it's not too late. Take a long look at the (Keywords) and (Description), we can reverse the negativity caused by this virus.
NINTH HOUSE – Mental Exploration “I SEE”: The Ninth House (philosophy, religion, law, long journeys, higher education, publishing, in-laws), is a Cadent House (diversification). It is ruled by Sagittarius the Archer (energetic, ambitious, generous, freedom-loving, an explorer), with the element of Fire (aggression, leadership) and is a Mutable sign (adaptable, too changeable). Sagittarius is ruled by the planet Jupiter (philosophy, religion, higher education, expansion). Timing: about November 22 - December 21.
Judgement
Astrological Correspondence: Pluto
Keywords: judgement, resurrection, healing, music, good news, revelation.
Description: The Judgement card represents the judgement day or awakening call heralding a rite of passage. As one cycle comes to an end we need to prepare for a new stage in our development, the future is waiting. Now is the time when past efforts yield positive results, when we can reap the rewards, when we realise that we are drawn in a new direction and recognise our true calling. In it's positive meaning the Judgement card reminds us that through honesty and true reflection we can realise where we have erred on our path and that we need to forgive ourselves to regain a feeling of self-worth and accomplishment.
Upright Associations: Awakening, revival, the good life, health, mental agility, accomplishment, perfection. Summing up, spiritual calling, transformation.
Placed in a negative situation Judgement symbolises indecision, a fear of letting go, remorse, and regret, and imbalance, imprisonment.
Reversed Associations: Hesitation, denying change, poor judgement. indecision. Stagnation, closing off spiritually, needs to evaluate your direction.
This is our judgement for the past year on how we have reacted not only to this terrible virus but to one another. Disrespect, self-appointed righteousness and absolute disregard for others, this is our legacy to our future generations. If we don't change our attitudes then we have failed the children of tomorrow. You only have to read about what this card means to understand what is to become to humanities future.
TENTH HOUSE – Career “I USE”: The Tenth House (profession, status, worldly ambitions, people in power over you), is an Angular House (action, motivation). It is ruled by Capricorn the Goat (reserved, prudent, patient, cunning, acquisitive, determined), with the element of Earth (practicality, organization) and is a Cardinal sign (outgoing, social, lack follow-through on projects). Capricorn is ruled by the planet Saturn (discipline, responsibility, limitations, restrictions, karma). Timing: about December 22 - January 19.
Page of Wands
Astrological Correspondence: (Sagittarius)
Keywords: good news is on it's way, the messenger, friend, psychic message.
Description: The Page or Princess of Wands quite often indicates a young, energetic person will come into the picture to bring some sort of discord.
Upright Associations: Dependable, infectious enthusiasm for life, a lively disposition. Daring action, inventive, striking out in the world.
Reversed Associations: Bad news, a lack of decision, disruptions, rash communications, frazzled. Leaving safety for the unknown.
Finally the planet Saturn, our teacher, appears to warn of what could be, if all the right and positive changes are made. On a personal note, I don't think we have learned anything and the new year will be the same as the last and maybe even worse.
This is not a prediction it is just a warning for the whole of humanity.
Thursday, 17 September 2020
The splinters in the finger of society.
It's 2020, the year of the Covid-19 pandemic. So how has this changed the attitudes of our society? Not very much, is the answer. People are still selfish, materialistic, greedy, disrespectful and down right undeserving of any praise or merit. Disillusionment has set in leaving the needy and vulnerable without any hope of a brighter future. Is there no end to depravity or can society change for the better, we have walked a very long road to get here, to a place where life is not worth living and any prospects are just too low for many of us.
How did we get here and why have we left so many behind? It's time to look in the mirror and ask ourselves who we really are. I am no saint and neither are many others out there, so what do you see when you look into a mirror, are you one of the splinters in the finger of society?
Tuesday, 19 May 2020
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Thursday, 7 May 2020
Today's Oracle 3rd May 2020
Today's Oracle 3rd May 2020
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| Ace of Cups |
Ace of Cups
Astrological Correspondence: None.
Keywords: love, birth, creation.
Description: The Ace of Cups indicates the potential for happiness exists in the
situation in question. The soil has been fertilised and now only loving care is needed to
bring about fulfillment. The start of love, inspired creativity that is nurtured by
fruitfulness and happy times. Artistic excellence, a love affair, marriage, betrothal or a
birth. All affairs of the heart will prosper.
situation in question. The soil has been fertilised and now only loving care is needed to
bring about fulfillment. The start of love, inspired creativity that is nurtured by
fruitfulness and happy times. Artistic excellence, a love affair, marriage, betrothal or a
birth. All affairs of the heart will prosper.
Today's Oracle 2nd May 2020
Today's Oracle 2nd May 2020
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| Daily Oracle the Four of Cups |
Four of Cups
Astrological Correspondence: Moon in Cancer
Keywords: unsure, familiarity, false sense of security.
Description: Four of Cups is doubtful. The person in question is not sure of their feelings
and does not feel they will get their heart's desire. Having reached stability within a
relationship, what more can be achieved? This could be a case of familiarity breeding
contempt. There needs to be a new start to renew the spark in an old relationship.
New interests, activities and friends are required.
and does not feel they will get their heart's desire. Having reached stability within a
relationship, what more can be achieved? This could be a case of familiarity breeding
contempt. There needs to be a new start to renew the spark in an old relationship.
New interests, activities and friends are required.
Wednesday, 6 May 2020
WHAT IS THE NEW NORMAL?
WHAT IS THE NEW NORMAL
How do we change the way we live after COVID-19?
I am writing this in the hope that we all consider how much change is needed to the way we live our lives, now and in the future. Social attitudes have to change towards many of the so-called normal ways of living. If we just carry on living with the same attitudes and lifestyles of the past then nothing changes and none of us have learned anything from this devastating virus that has attacked us. This has been a message to all of us to stop and take a good look at ourselves and what we have managed to accomplish as a devastating monster on planet earth. If we are the only intelligent life forms in the whole universe then what are we here for? We have to be better than this, we just can’t go on ignoring what we are doing to the planet as a whole and that includes the way we treat each other. There is no respect for our fellow human beings. This pandemic has highlighted to the world just who and what we really are, monsters!
This is not about blame, it’s about putting things right that have gone wrong, showing respect to others, being moral and descent to life as a whole, which includes flora and fauna. We now have the biggest chance to change our future for the better. I hope the history books can write about this period of time and say, “We changed and the world changed with us, for the better, for all and for our future”.
So what do we have to do now and once we take control of this virus? Well the main strategy is to start thinking of ways to improve life for everyone and not just the few. Our whole lifestyles have to change, readapt to a new way of living our lives, from the way we move around the planet to living, eating, working and socialising. Like the words of the Bob Dylan song say, “The times, they are a changin”. Yes, they truly are and we must change with them.
The way we come out of Lockdown is crucial too. There is no more NORMAL, only the future which can no longer be described as normal. Normal, new, old, good or bad, there is no such thing anymore, there is only one thing we can look forward to now and that is our future. So what do we need to understand about our future and how we become better humans, together. We have already shown how it’s possible to all come together and cooperate instead of fighting against each other. This is just the first step to securing a more positive and sustained future. People with vision now need to step up and show us all how to become different people.
Massive changes have to be made in many areas of how we now live our lives, governments, organitions, buildings and much, much more will have to change overnight to accommodate where and how we live. Everything and everyone has to change the way we think and act towards the way we take the first steps into our new world structure.
Governments will have to be more responsible and transparent in the way they govern and treat everyone. This new era will be greater than any revolution we created in the past. If we don’t start making the changes now, we never will and both the human race and planet Earth will cease to exist, as we know it.
This is the time to transform and evolve into a far better society and leave the old behind without forgetting it forever. Lessons must be learned and mistakes rectified. This is our chance to become a far better civilisation all across the globe.
Sunday, 3 May 2020
COVID19 1st May 2020
COVID19 Update 1st May 2020
Saturday, 2 May 2020
Daily 3 Card Spread 2nd May 2020
The Daily 3 Card Spread 2nd May 2020
1st Card
Any recent influences that may impact on the day.
28 - GENTLEMAN / MAN
This card stands for the person asking the question if it is a man, and so it is the person card for men. If the person asking the question is a woman, the card represents her present or future partner, i.e. the man she feels closest to.
Friend, husband, significant other, boyfriend, love. Also action, aggressiveness, logic, will-power.
2nd Card
This is the DAY CARD which reflects the present situation and implications over the whole day or 24 hours.13 - CHILD
This card symbolizes your own child. It stands for a new beginning, but it can also express that a matter is small or that a person has a childish, naive disposition. Furthermore it can stand for children, teenagers, your daughter, your lady lover or a young woman.
Naive, young, playful, a child. Trust, friendliness, children.
3rd Card
Card 3 reflects on both cards 1 and 2 and may provide answers to any outcome over the coming days.Recent influences: Any recent influences that may impact on the day.
16 - STARS
Another card of luck! Depending on the questions asked, it indicates that a matter will succeed. It is the card of success. It also stands for intuition, spirituality, psychic powers and astrology.
Cosmos, Universe, the point of life/being, the laws of the universe, spiritual aspirations, the melancholy of dreams, eternity, the call of angels.
Friday, 1 May 2020
Daily 3 Card Spread 1st May 2020
The Daily 3 Card Spread 1st May 2020
1st Card
Any recent influences that may impact on the day.
20 - PARK / GARDEN
The park stands for places open to the public, for society and any place where a lot of people come together. This can be a concert, a hospital or a fair. Depending on the questions asked, this card is an indicator that many people are involved.
Creativity, meeting, party.
Society, connection, peace from thoughts and worries, multi-levelled feelings, get-togethers, gathering places.
Social network, the public, nature of the crowd.
2nd Card
This is the DAY CARD which reflects the present situation and implications over the whole day or 24 hours.11 - WHIPS
The whips card brings arguments, i.e. scathing disagreements. If the card lies next to card 10 (SCYTHE), there is an increased danger of accidents.
Cleansing, two/dual, consequences, call to cleanse the soul, arguments, heated debate, strife.
Strife and conflict, arguments.
Self-discipline, self-punishment, feelings of unworthiness
3rd Card
Card 3 reflects on both cards 1 and 2 and may provide answers to any outcome over the coming days.25 - RING
The ring is the classical card for partnership, marriage, a relationship or a connection if the card lies on the right of the person card. If the card lies on the left however, it can indicate that a relationship is going to end.
Karma, group work, monotony, cycles, connections, contracts, protection.
Marriage, partnership matters.
Thursday, 30 April 2020
Daily 3 Card Spread 30th April 2020
The Daily 3 Card Spread 30th April 2020
1st Card
Any recent influences that may impact on the day.
21 - MOUNTAIN
At the place where the mountain appears there is a blockage. An obstacle has to be overcome and nothing is working at the moment. The card can also be an indicator of a powerful enemy.
Obstacle, danger, block, frustration, coldness, hard work.
Large, momentous.
Fixed, long-lasting or permanent.
2nd Card
This is the DAY CARD which reflects the present situation and implications over the whole day or 24 hours.4 - HOUSE
This card stands for your home, the place where you feel comfortable, a secure place. In combination with card 17 (STORKS) it denotes moving house.
The home, fruitful projects.
Stability, the home, family ties, responsibility.
3rd Card
Card 3 reflects on both cards 1 and 2 and may provide answers to any outcome over the coming days.34 - FISH
The fish is the classical card for money. Everything to do with finances and money is indicated by this card. It can also stand for a businessman.
Intellectualism, material success and wealth, also: instability, excess, drugs, alcohol.
Excess, luxury, wealth, money.
Trade, exchange, sales, business matters.
Wednesday, 29 April 2020
Liz Greene - a link to Astro.com
The Current Quality of Time
By Liz Greene
The full details are in my post dated today.
THE CURRENT QUALITY OF TIME for May 2020
Daily 3 Card Spread 29th April 2020
The Daily 3 Card Spread 29th April 2020
1st Card
Any recent influences that may impact on the day.
29 - LADY / WOMAN
This card represents the woman asking the questions and is therefore the person card for women. If the person asking the questions is a man, the card symbolizes his present or future partner, i.e. the woman he feels closest to.
Friend, wife, significant other, girlfriend, love. Also intuition, passiveness, instinct, patience.
2nd Card
This is the DAY CARD which reflects the present situation and implications over the whole day or 24 hours.2 - CLOVER / VIOLETS
This card brings luck and hope, if it is close to the person card. If it is close to card 6 (CLOUDS) however, you won't be lucky.
Hope, good luck and wealth. Lucky happenstance.
Hope, Simplicity, Luck, all things Natural.
Magical, Opportunity, positive vibrations
Denotes speed and quickness (the antithesis of the slow/gradual MICE)
3rd Card
Card 3 reflects on both cards 1 and 2 and may provide answers to any outcome over the coming days.6 - CLOUDS
The clouds card always points to an unclear, unfathomable situation. It is essential to look closely at the cards around it. The light side of the card brings an improvement, the dark side a deterioration of the situation.
Obstacles and unpleasant events.
Secret worries, doubts, fears and weakness, negative period of time.
THE CURRENT QUALITY OF TIME
THE CURRENT QUALITY OF TIME for May 2020
Saturn-Pluto During recent weeks, we have all had ample opportunity to experience the workings of the planetary qualities firsthand, especially those of Saturn and Pluto, which formed a challenging conjunction on January 13 this year. The quality of time is now imbued with their themes. In a flash, Saturnian limitations were established: Curfews, border closures or ʹsocial distancingʹ are now part of everyday life. The archetypal Saturnian figure of the Hermit is symbolic of the secluded life inside oneʹs own four walls that many have to endure these days. But also the themes of Pluto, lord of the underworld, are ever present. We are confronted with archaic fears of death, and we may feel compelled to do things we never wanted to do. Even though it is currently hard to predict how things will develop, it is very likely that the consequences of this crisis will occupy us for a long time to come. But donʹt let yourself be drawn into Plutoʹs hypnotic spell too strongly but have the courage to turn your gaze away from the horror again. The planets continue to follow their cycles and bring new topics with them.
Venus The month of May is strongly influenced by Venus themes. She is currently in the communicative sign of Gemini. We long for lightness and ease in our lives again. On May 4, Venus forms a square with Neptune. The longing for exchange and for clarity in relationships is great. This is a good time to make new connections and open up new channels of communication. Be creative and dare to show yourself from new and different sides. However, the longing can hardly be completely fulfilled, especially during the time of the passionate Full Moon on the Scorpio-Taurus axis on May 7. On May 13, Venus begins her retrograde phase, which will last until June 25. The square with Neptune therefore remains active for most of the month. It could be worth your while to take a closer look at the nature of your longing. Unsatisfied neediness could tempt us to remain in a passive attitude, either feeling victimized or making constant demands on others, instead of using our longing as a blueprint for actively shaping our own life.
Two more planets will turn retrograde this month: Saturn on May 11 (until September 29), and Jupiter on May 15 (until September 13). With Pluto already in retrograde since April 26, all three planets involved in the events of recent weeks are now moving backwards through the zodiac. Much of what has happened all too quickly since then must now be carefully fathomed and corrected if necessary. Mutual recriminations are to be expected. Mars enters the sign of Pisces on May 13, which, on the one hand, gives hope that such disputes will be conducted with a certain degree of leniency. On the other hand, it may sometimes be difficult to get to the heart of the matter. Unclear or even clandestine actions could have consequences at a later stage.
Gemini On May 20, the Sun enters Gemini, followed by a Gemini New Moon exactly trine Saturn in Aquarius two days later. Mercury forms a conjunction with Venus, both of them squaring Neptune. The airy themes of Gemini are now emphasized even more strongly. Ideas are exchanged and a certain lightheartedness may arise here and there. On the downside, there could be quite a bit of trickery and a general tendency toward verbosity. Yet, there is another important Gemini theme - trade -, and it is quite possible that some restrictions will be lifted and small trade may get a chance to recover and develop again.
Tuesday, 28 April 2020
Daily 3 Card Spread 28th April 2020
The Daily 3 Card Spread 28th April 2020
1st Card
Any recent influences that may impact on the day.
20 - PARK / GARDEN
The park stands for places open to the public, for society and any place where a lot of people come together. This can be a concert, a hospital or a fair. Depending on the questions asked, this card is an indicator that many people are involved.
Creativity, meeting, party.
Society, connection, peace from thoughts and worries, multi-levelled feelings, get-togethers, gathering places. Social network, the public, nature of the crowd.
2nd Card
This is the DAY CARD which reflects the present situation and implications over the whole day or 24 hours.24 - HEART
The heart stands for love, the love of life and kind-heartedness. In combination with cards 8 (COFFIN) or 36 (CROSS) it denotes lovesickness.
Love, happiness. Love, feelings, the heart, the heart of something, connection, God-love.
3rd Card
Card 3 reflects on both cards 1 and 2 and may provide answers to any outcome over the coming days.21 - MOUNTAIN
At the place where the mountain appears there is a blockage. An obstacle has to be overcome and nothing is working at the moment. The card can also be an indicator of a powerful enemy.
Obstacle, danger, block, frustration, coldness, hard work.
Large, momentous. Fixed, long-lasting or permanent.
Monday, 27 April 2020
Daily 3 Card Spread 27th April 2020
The Daily 3 Card Spread 27th April 2020
1st Card
Any recent influences that may impact on the day.13 - CHILD
This card symbolizes your own child. It stands for a new beginning, but it can also express that a matter is small or that a person has a childish, naive disposition. Furthermore it can stand for children, teenagers, your daughter, your lady lover or a young woman.
Naive, young, playful, a child. Trust, friendliness, children.
2nd Card
This is the DAY CARD which reflects the present situation and implications over the whole day or 24 hours.23 - MOUSE / MICE
The mice bring about loss, sorrows and theft. If the card lies next to the person card, there's something nagging at the person. In combination with card 8 (COFFIN) it can be an indicator of disease. It can also stand for a thief.
Secrets that nibble away at a person, obstacles, losses, hidden enemies, old debts, deep level instincts.
Theft, losses. Worries, anxieties.
3rd Card
Card 3 reflects on both cards 1 and 2 and may provide answers to any outcome over the coming days.19 - TOWER
The tower represents the authorities. It can also indicate isolation and lonliness. Sometimes it is an indicator of a separation that is yet to come, or of a long life. Above all, it can stand for a person in a leading position who has a lot of power or influence.
Stability, success, aloofness, remoteness, the elevation of the spirit.
The course of your life, long life, someone or something from the past, protection.
An institute of authority, a company or business.
Governmental institution, particularly when paired with MOUNTAIN.
Daily 3 Card Spread 26th April 2020
The Daily 3 Card Spread 26th April 2020
1st Card
Any recent influences that may impact on the day.24 - HEART
The heart stands for love, the love of life and kind-heartedness. In combination with cards 8 (COFFIN) or 36 (CROSS) it denotes love-sickness. Love, happiness.
Love, feelings, the heart, the heart of something, connection, God-love.
2nd Card
This is the DAY CARD which reflects the present situation and implications over the whole day or 24 hours.19 - TOWER
The tower represents the authorities. It can also indicate isolation and loneliness. Sometimes it is an indicator of a separation that is yet to come, or of a long life. Above all, it can stand for a person in a leading position who has a lot of power or influence.
Stability, success, aloofness, remoteness, the elevation of the spirit.
The course of your life, long life, someone or something from the past, protection.
An institute of authority, a company or business.
Governmental institution, particularly when paired with MOUNTAIN.
3rd Card
Card 3 reflects on both cards 1 and 2 and may provide answers to any outcome over the coming days.1 - RIDER / CAVALIER
This card brings good news. If however, card 6 (CLOUDS) lies between the horse rider and the person card, it is bad news. The card also expresses that something is set in motion. Or it can stand for a young, mostly sporty man.
News from a foreign country or from far away.
Thoughts, news, hunches, dynamic processes. This is a positive card, a good messenger, whatever you intend will go well.
Sunday, 26 April 2020
Daily 3 Card Spread 25th April 2020
The Daily 3 Card Spread 25th April 2020
1st Card
Any recent influences that may impact on the day.18 - DOG
The dog stands for friendship, for someone you can rely on. If card 6 (CLOUDS) lies next to it, you ought to be cautious and incredulous. The card can also symbolize your son, brother, a young man or a lover. Reliable friendship.
Follower, faith, Belief, simple spirit, friendliness, connection, friends, finding one's place in the world. Reliable, loyal, friendly.
2nd Card
This is the DAY CARD which reflects the present situation and implications over the whole day or 24 hours.8 - COFFIN
With this card something comes to an end so something new can come into existence. Next to the person card, it indicates disease or sorrow.
Completion, serious illness, large loss of money.
Transformation, major change in a a situation, endings, secrets uncovered.
3rd Card
Card 3 reflects on both cards 1 and 2 and may provide answers to any outcome over the coming days.10 - SCYTHE
Danger is lurking from where the tip of the scythe points. However, if there are good cards nearby, the danger is alleviated. The scythe tells us that something will happen suddenly. This can be both a sudden ending and a sudden new beginning.
Break-up, great danger, accidents.
Renewal of inner knowledge without the fundament of understanding that knowledge, experiencing something one does not understand... a card which says to be careful, something that happens quickly and can bring much pain. It can also point to a harvest though.
Friday, 24 April 2020
Today's Oracle 24th April 2020
Sacred King (The Oath)
The sacred king represents the successful union of the sovereign goddess with a mortal king. If the king is faithful to his oath, the people prosper. The sacred king signifies honourable and responsible actions.
Invoking the Qualities of honour and Responsibility.
In former times, before the Norman conquest of Britain and coastal Ireland and Wales, Celtic kings were chosen by the sovereign goddess who granted the new king otherworldly powers so as to reign justly and wisely. To find the rightful man among the young men of the royal clan, the candidates were watched and tested by the druids for signs of providence. Niall of the Nine Hostages was born by a well, a sacred threshold to the Otherworld. Later, he meets and couples with the goddess there and is elected king of Ireland.
The tests of honour for the rightful king remain much the same throughout history. The king must show exceptional virtue, as though already appointed by the Otherworld. In Ireland, according to tradition, the royal cloak must fit him, the royal chariot must obey him, and the Stone of Fál at Tara must shriek when he touches it. Then, the sovereign goddess of the land must accept him as her own choice from among the others. In myth, their union is sexual: the exchange of primal energies bringing fertility and greenery to the land. Recorded in the twelfth century by the Roman chronicler Giraldus Cambrensis (Gerald of Wales) was the ritual bath of the Ulster king in the broth that boiled the butchered flesh of a white mare, symbolizing the sovereign goddess. At the royal court at Tara, the heart of legendary Ireland, their union is ritually reenacted. Ériu, a goddess and namesake of Ireland, offers a gold goblet of red wine to successive kings, symbolizing their union and her promise through this union to bless the land with ceaseless bounty.
Once elected, the king is bound by sacred oaths and strict rules of conduct, securing that his reign will provide for the well-being, prosperity, and protection of the people. He is not free to do as he pleases and follow his whims. He is bound by rules of fealty and honour, the betrayal of which signals his individual ruin, a lackluster reign, the failure of crops, and the demoralization of his people. His only honourable choice, once king, is to govern wisely and justly, speak only the truth and keep his promises, show impartiality, provide protection to the weak and the strong alike, render hospitality, take up arms to defend the people from enemies, and in his noble conduct set a standard for all to follow.
IF YOU ARE DRAWN TO THIS ORACLE, your actions must be especially honourable and unselfish. You are in a situation of responsibility asking you to protect the well-being of others. Your sense of honour and duty demand that you put aside personal inclinations to serve others.
In order to be successful, your actions must be honest and impartial. In the present situation, your personal likes and dislikes, or impressions formed in the past, may be untrustworthy. Make decisions based on what is valid and invalid, on the weaknesses and strengths inherent in the specific circumstance. Tell the truth and keep your promises. Accept responsibility graciously. Extend generosity and concern, especially to those who are less fortunate in your community. Be mindful that your personal life is now an aspect of your public life and that your actions set an example for others.
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