Card for today, 24th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 21, XXI The World

The World
Astrological Correspondence: Saturn
Keywords: goal, realisation, expansion, world travel, fulfillment.
Description: The World card, regarded as the best card in the major arcana is a symbol for all that we can accomplish on our path through life, for perfection, beauty, success, and public recognition. This is where the cycle ends and begins again. Happiness and wholeness are key elements that provide a sense of physical, emotional, and spiritual well being. Signalling accomplishment and reaching one's goals the World card makes us aware that in completing this cycle we are ready to embark on a new adventure. We are prepared and preparing for another journey with higher awareness, knowing that active engagement and service is called for.
Upright Associations: Completion, perfection, recognition, honours, the end result, success, fulfillment, triumph, eternal life. Abundance, union, wellbeing.
In a negative situation this card can point to major obstacles in our path, to set backs, to loose ends we have left untied as well as lack of commitment.
Reversed Associations:  Loose ends, jealousy, failure, despair, hesitant. Feeling undeserving, fear of being disappointed. Need to remain confident and committed.

PALMAM QUI MERUIT FERAT

Which can be loosely translated from the Latin as “let whoever earns the palm bear it. ” The expression reflects the broad significance of palms, palm fronds and other branches of foliage as symbols of triumph, victory, ascension and regeneration in ancient times, and in particular may allude to the Roman custom of giving the victorious gladiator a palm branch as reward for prowess.

This picture was taken from the book

"The Divine Pymander of Hermes Mercurius Trismergistus."

Card for today, 23rd July 2021

Rider Waite card No 35, King of Wands

Wands: King

Astrological Correspondence: (Aries)
Keywords: strong, mature, experienced and knowledgeable, leader, the main man, father figure.
Description: The King of Wands is an energetic man who is often in a position of leadership, either in business, politics, or religion. He is normally very successful and exudes self-confidence.
Upright Associations: A gentleman, a good father, passionate, generous, a fair-minded leader. Entrepreneur, resolute, ability to negotiate, integrity motivation.
Reversed Associations: Bad advice, eccentric, blatant vulgarity, intolerant, narrow-minded. Arrogance, inflexibility, relinquish control, accepting limits, repression, unrealized potential.

Card for today, 22nd July 2021

Rider Waite card No 65, II of Coins

Coins: Two

Astrological Correspondence: Jupiter in Capricorn [For more information, click]
Keywords: financial control, juggling money, possible short journeys, future nest eggs.
Description: The Two of Coins indicates that enough money to pay the bills will come just when needed. Tight control of finances is necessary to ensure debt is controlled.
Upright Associations: Imminent change, and the need and ability to maintain harmony while juggling with different aspects of the situation. Flexibility, fun, playfulness.
Reversed Associations: Superficial harmony, artificial happiness, letters. Over: burdened, worked, playfulness. Carefree, careless, immature, inflexible.

Card for today, 21st July 2021

Rider Waite card No 13, XIII Death

Death XIII

Astrological Correspondence: Scorpio

Keywords: change, renewal, transforming, rebirth, a fresh start.

Description: Initially a nameless card, Death very seldom literally means death. Instead it is the image of profound transformation, the ending of one cycle, and the transition into a new state. It symbolises sudden and inevitable change, death of the old self so that the new consciousness can emerge. The experience can be saddening or painful and we might be reluctant to accept the inevitability of the ending. To accept and recognise the necessity of endings, liberates and allows for inner change, rebirth, and renewal.

Upright Associations: The completion of a phase or cycle. An abrupt change of circumstances. Transformation, making way for something new. Death or bereavement.

The negative interpretation is depression due to neglecting that a cycle has come to an end, break-up of relationships, obsession, and stagnation.

Reversed Associations: Sleep, sloth, birth. A refusal to let change happen, or a situation end. Deep depression, decay, refusal to let go, stagnation.

Card for today, 20th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 41, VI of Cups

Cups: Six

Astrological Correspondence: Sun in Scorpio [For more information, click]
Keywords: reflecting the past, memory.
Description: The Six of Cups indicates thinking about the good times from the past. Friends and family may come into the picture, which could bring about recollections of fond memories. Strong links to the past, perhaps an old friend or lover will turn up soon. Childhood, past efforts are about to be rewarded. The answer to a specific question lies in a similar situation in the past. Possibly a move of home nearer to your point of origin.
Upright Associations: A gift received, happiness and pleasure from a renewed friendship, a gift from an admirer, new opportunities. Nostalgia, childhood issue coming to the surface.
Reversed Associations: An inheritance, memories from the recent past, clinging to the past, not accepting responsibilities. Regeneration, releasing past pain, letting go of attachments.

Card for today, 19th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 57, VIII of Swords

Swords: Eight

Astrological Correspondence: Jupiter in Gemini [For more information, click]

Keywords: restrictions, entrapment.

Description: The Eight of Swords indicates a type of bondage. This bondage is likely to be verbal in nature as the person in question is not able to say what is on his or her mind. There seems to be a sense of entrapment where the person is not able to move because of prevailing circumstances that are the result of decisions made in the past. A run of bad luck, and so, much patient effort is needed to get out of this difficult situation. Help is available if you can forget pride and ask for it. Restrictions will gradually fade.

Upright Associations: Restricted action, indecision, temporary weakness. Jealousy of colleagues. Fear, self-restriction, being bound to expectations, isolation, inhibition. Playing the martyr.

Reversed Associations: Difficulties, an accident, an unexpected event, feelings of frustration, restrictions being lifted, moving on. Release, quarrels finding your voice.

Card for today, 18th July 2021

Rider Waite the card with no number, The Fool

The Fool

Astrological Correspondence: Uranus

Keywords: open to possibilities, journey, quest for something, to realise a dream, etc.

Description: The Fool is the card without a number. It usually is positioned at the beginning of the major arcana but can be either at the beginning or the end as it depicts our learning experience through life from beginning to end. The Fool signifies one's potential and abilities. Embarking on his journey toward self-knowledge, the Fool is at the same time adventurous and fearful, seemingly open to all possibilities, yet apparently unaware of the dangers along the way. Irrational impulses, foolishness, and poor judgement are some of the negative aspects of this card. At the end of his journey the Fool has learned life's lessons and is aware of his place in the world and in one with himself.

Upright Associations: New beginnings, either mental spiritual or physical, new adventures, life-cycles, and new opportunities. Leaping off into the unknown, playfulness, openness.

Reversed Associations: Fear, distancing oneself from life, indifference, apathy, foolishness. reluctance to accept responsibility, confusion, the need for caution, naivety, The need for more information before starting a new venture.

Card for today, 17th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 72, IX of Coins

Coins: Nine

Astrological Correspondence: Venus in Virgo

Keywords: rest and recuperation, achievement, relax.

Description: The influence of the Nine of Coins indicates that a plateau of earning has been achieved. This is an opportune time to take a vacation, which will be a well deserved rest.

Upright Associations: Satisfaction, self-reliance, financial reward, retirement, realisation of  investments. Pleasure, fulfillment, self-assured & spiritually aware. Productive, well-deserved success.

Reversed Associations: Hopes unfulfilled, employing ruthless methods, to marry for material rewards. Entanglements, unwise decisions, losing your way, lack of discipline.

Card for today, 16th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 60, Page of Swords

Swords: Page
Astrological Correspondence: (Gemini)
Keywords: a message, news, contacts, gossip.
Description: The Page or Princess of Swords has two meanings. The first interpretation indicates that a message of some sort is forthcoming. Some communicative development is taking place care must be taken to ensure it progresses smoothly. The second interpretation of this card is a child or young person who tends to be very chatty. A quick-witted and intelligent youngster, eloquent and sharp. Eager to learn and adept at turning situations to his or her advantage. The Page may bring news, contacts and gossip.
Upright Associations: Grace, dexterity, vision, diplomatic, discerning, a great negotiator. Decisiveness, penetrating insight, curiosity, aloof, objective, electronic communications.
Reversed Associations: Surprising news, frantic, impulsive, great excitement. Detachment, hypocrisy, spying, caught up in details, malice.

Card for today, 15th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 40, V of Cups

Cups: Five

Astrological Correspondence: Mars in Scorpio [For more information, click]

Keywords: sorrow, disappointment, unhappy.

Description: Five of Cups is a melancholy card. The person in question has been disappointed in some way and is therefore a little depressed. The depression is not as great as that of The Moon, but he or she is nevertheless unhappy. Even though they feel let down, they will be able to learn to help build upon a better future. Loss of a relationship, sorrow, emotional hurt and feeling of worthlessness. However, although the card seems to be grim, the outlook is good and urges you to stop crying over spilt milk and look in another direction for happiness.

Upright Associations: Sorrow, loss, broken relationship, disillusionment, the need to start again. Angry, self-knowledge, inheritance, letting go, unused talents, sacrifice.

Reversed Associations: Reunion after a separation, lesser sacrifice, hope, regret, refusing to grieve or move beyond grief. A new beginning.

Card for today, 14th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 17, XVII Star

Star XVII

Astrological Correspondence: Aquarius
Keywords: harmony, abundance, generosity, humility.
Description: The Star, being one of the very positive cards of the Tarot, reminds us of hope and inspiration. The Star is the symbol for our faith in the future, for feeling guided on our path by its calm and serene light. As we can feel confident to not lose our direction, we regain motivation and inner strength and can experience peace of mind. The Star protects the future and gathers the forces necessary to expand our knowledge and develop emotionally and spiritually. The sense of protection, promise, inspiration, and joy encourages us to develop our talents to achieve our ideals.
Upright Associations: Hope, faith, inspiration, intuition, optimism, insight, spiritual love, pleasure, harmony, conceiving a dream.
Even in an unfavourable situation the negative elements merely throw obstacles in our way, like pessimism, a lack of realism, or the inability to accept a helping hand, thus leading to possible failure.
Reversed Associations: Failure, lack of awareness, emotional isolation, inventiveness. Rethinking dreams, inability to accept help, unfailing hope.

Card for today, 13th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 59, X of Swords

Swords: Ten

Astrological Correspondence: Sun and Moon in Gemini [For more information, click]
Keywords: ruin, betrayal, loss.
Description: The Ten of Swords is the card of ultimate betrayal. This card indicates that hope for outcomes are not likely to transpire and a sense of loss will come. When this card is the answer to a question relating to a partnership, it is best to have only minimal dealings with the person referred to because, at best, disappointment is likely to be the outcome of this liaison. This is the worst card in the pack. Lost, cold and loveless this card shows the lowest point in fortune. However, since this is the worst it can only get better, improvements must surely follow. The only way from here is up
Upright Associations: Misfortune, plans in ruins, defeat and failure. Hitting rock bottom, betrayal, the end of a cycle. Depression, dispelling false beliefs, overkill. A new day dawns.
Reversed Associations: Temporary success, drastic change, great pain, heartache, sadness. Improvements, turning a corner, opportunity for liberation.

Card for today, 12th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 11, XI Justice

Justice XI

Astrological Correspondence: Libra
Keywords: balance, rules, detachment, karma
Description: Based on the realisation that life is ultimately fair and just, the Justice card symbolises balance, harmony, and fairness in our lives. She represents the choices we make, and reminds us to base them on planning, reflection, rationality, and a weighing of options between the sword and the scales. In love relationships honesty, respect, and loyalty, in professional life reflect this by essential values like professionalism, respect for established processes and procedures and adherence to reporting systems.
Upright Associations: Harmony, balance, equanimity. The resolution of conflicts, arbitration.  fair minded, considerate, accepting responsibility.
In negative situations this card can resemble imbalance, coldness, and a destructive streak impeding relationships.
Reversed Associations: Delays, injustice, legal entanglements, bias and a lack of balance. Denying responsibility, the need to apologize, blaming others.

Card for today, 11th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 36, Ace of Cups

Cups: Ace

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.
Upright Associations: The beginning or essence of love, joy, inner beauty, or good health. Kindness, peace, sensitivity, art, poetry.
Reversed Associations: Change, instability, disappointment or sadness. Loneliness, grief, depression. Need to acknowledge emotional, intuitive, spiritual blocks.

Card for today, 10th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 39, IV of Cups

Cups: Four

Astrological Correspondence: Moon in Cancer. [For more information, click]

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.

Upright Associations: Trouble in paradise, dissatisfaction, stuck in a rut. A time to re-evaluate, the morning after, apathy, discontentment. Need for contemplation re-evaluation or meditation.

Reversed Associations: A new relationship, feeling that the grass is greener, a situation that is not as good as it first seemed. End of discontentment, feeling energized, lost opportunities.

Card for today, 9th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 73, X of Coins

Coins: Ten

Astrological Correspondence: Mercury in Virgo
Keywords: affluent, wealth, status, accumulation.
Description: The Ten of Coins indicates family money or enterprise. If the querent is self-employed, it is a positive card because this shows he or she will be working for the future and earning money for themselves.
Upright Associations: Family, emotional and financial stability, an inheritance. Responsibility, family matters, genealogy, profitable investments, blessings, legacy.
Reversed Associations: A robbery, a loss, disharmony, petty quarrels, disorganisation. Family &/or financial instability. Demands and over committed to family and friends.

Card for today, 8th July 2021

Rider Waite card No 8, VIII STRENGTH

Strength VIII
Astrological Correspondence: Leo
Keywords: inner strength, vision, self control
Description: The Strength card, depicting a gracious queen-like figure and a wild lion, shows that real strength has to be combined with graciousness and gentleness to become a force. It symbolises inner strength, determination to overcome obstacles, self-knowledge and self-discipline, as only when we know ourselves and act in a responsible manner will we be able to deal with challenging situations and overcome difficulties successfully. Yet this card does not only represent physical strength, moral and emotional strength is included in the meaning. Patience, compassion, dealing with frustration, accepting of others, tolerating imperfection (in oneself and in others), all leads to being a complete person.
Upright Associations: Strength, courage, conviction, dynamism, self-control, action, resolve, virility, optimism. personal power, acceptance of self.
The negative qualities of Strength include misuse of power, aggressiveness, and intolerance.
Reversed Associations: Tyranny, a stern disposition, disease, weakness. Need to seek reassurance and re-evaluation, insecurity. The need for self belief.

Card for today, 7th July 2021

 Rider Waite card No 30, IX of Wands

Wands: Nine

Astrological Correspondence: Moon in Sagittarius [For more information click]

Keywords: vigilance, protection and defense, nearly there.

Description: The Nine of Wands indicates success after a long struggle to get to the top. There appears to be a bit of weariness because many mistakes have been made and much has been learned the hard way. Additionally, a feeling of defense is in the air because after such a long struggle to achieve success, much vigilance will be necessary to maintain it. Don't let others undo what you've worked hard to achieve.

Upright Associations: Eventual victory, plans coming to fruition, resolve, good health. Determination, commitment to an issue or belief. Acknowledging past grief.

Reversed Associations: Rivalry, obstacles, time to move on in your life. Loss of rights, isolation. emerging from pain and isolation.

Today's Oracle 6th July 2021

Lenormand card No 6, Clouds

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.

Today's Oracle 5th July 2021

Lenormand card No 30, Lilies

Lilies

The lilies stand for family, family life, harmony and support, but also for sexuality.

Development of the soul, success, knowledge and learning of good and evil, holiness, good traits and bad.

Support, attitude towards life, business, work.

Protective, supportive influence.

Maturity; referring to something older.

Today's Oracle 4th July 2021

Lenormand card No 5, Tree

Tree

This card's topic is health. If it is next to the person card, it can be an indication of health problems. The card also stands for all of life itself.
Knowledge of Good and Evil, Life, Health, time, development.
Health, energy.

Today's Oracle 3rd July 2021

 Lenormand card No 15, Bear

Bear

A card of luck! It stands for power, strength, possession and wealth. It can also symbolize a powerful, positive, older person, your grandfather, ex-husband or lover.

Spiritual strength, protection, spiritual energy, Fame, Power, the fundament of truth - but also jealousy, envy.

Power, be careful around those in power, envious people, need for strength.

Today's Oracle 2nd July 2021

Lenormand card No 24, Heart

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.

Today's Oracle 1st July 2021

Lenormand card No 25, Ring

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.

THE CURRENT QUALITY OF TIME July 2021

 THE CURRENT QUALITY OF TIME July 2021

The month of July begins with an exciting constellation. Mars in Leo reaches an opposition to Saturn on July 1 and an exact square to Uranus on the 4th, forming a T-square with the two. In addition, the Sun squares Chiron in Aries on July 4, and Mercury in Gemini forms a square with Neptune in Pisces on July 6. Those who assess their own strengths realistically and use them in the right place could actually succeed in asserting themselves now. However, overestimating themselves will have painful consequences. It becomes visible who has the upper hand at the moment, and some could have a tough time of it with the existing power structures.

Then, on July 7, Venus, too, reaches the position in the T-square with Saturn and Uranus which Mars previously held. It is now increasingly women's voices that give a new slant to events and call for moderation and relaxation. The Cancer New Moon on July 10 could then actually lead to a quiet respite before a new, promising chapter begins in the middle of the month. Venus and Mars in Leo are conjunct between July 12 and 14. The Moon transits the two on the 12th and forms an opposition to Jupiter on the 13th. Additionally, the Sun is in trine to Neptune on the 15th. This is the time for lovers. Celebrate life and love during these days, let joy take hold of you and allow yourself to celebrate exuberantly once again! This is also a good time to rid yourself of the dust of the worries of the past few months.

The last third of the month could also bring a few surprises. The Sun enters Leo on July 22, and Venus enters Virgo on the same day. Venus and Jupiter - the lesser and the greater fortune - are then directly opposite each other, creating an atmosphere of trust. The rediscovered joy could have very real effects and cause some of the powerful blockages indicated by the Saturn-Uranus square to be somewhat released. Since the Full Moon on July 24 will occur on the Leo / Aquarius axis within a degree of the Great Conjunction of December 2020, new and relevant impulses important to the current process of social reorientation can also be expected during these days. Retrograde Jupiter will re-enter Aquarius on July 28, supporting transformative forces through the end of the year.

Today's Oracle 30th June 2021

Lenormand card No 8, Coffin

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 situation, endings, secrets uncovered.

Today's Oracle 29th June 2021

Lenormand card No 26, Book / Sphinx

Book / Sphinx

This card denotes a secret, something that is not yet definite, as it is still hidden somewhere. If the cards 31 (SUN) or 33 (KEY) lie next to it, the secret is revealed. The book can also indicate a contract or a large amount of acquired knowledge.
Secrets, a mystery.
Wisdom of life, book of life, things are in good standing, call to learn more, sign of the teacher.
Projects, studies, education.

Today's Oracle 28th June 2021

Lenormand card No 35, Anchor

Anchor

This card stands for work, job, training and stability. If you have questions regarding your work and your job, look at the cards around it.

Stability, success, security.

Gravity, lifestyle, relative security in work or relationships.

Today's Oracle 27th June 2021

Lenormand card No 34, Fish

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.

Today's Oracle 26th June 2021

Lenormand card No 13, Child

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.

Today's Oracle 25th June 2021

Lenormand card No 9, Flowers / Bouquet

Flowers / Bouquet

A card of luck! You will receive an invitation, a present or are going to get engaged.

Gift, upbeat spirit, success, love, friendship, celebration, overflowing emotions.

Contentment, abundance of love.

Fun, Goodness, Happiness.

Today's Oracle 24th June 2021

Lenormand card No 17, Storks

Storks

The storks denote changes. This can be moving house or a new beginning. If it stands for a person, it symbolizes a kind-hearted woman.

Process of self-cleansing, the stork brings to the card after it, what the card before it represents. The changing power of love.

Change, house move.

Today's Oracle 23rd June 2021

Lenormand card No 28, Gentleman / Man

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, willpower.

Today's Oracle 22nd June 2021

Lenormand card No 19, Tower

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.

Today's Oracle 21st June 2021

Lenormand card No 10, Scythe

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.

Today's Oracle 20th June 2021

Lenormand card No 36 Cross

Cross

This card tells you that destiny is about to test you and that with the question asked, the matter is of a karmic nature.

Suffering and misfortune, no hope for a situation, karma, destiny.

Symbol of guilt, Karma, Belief and Knowledge, Tests, unending space. Grand scale endings, Fate, lessons to learn.