The Death Tarot Card Meanings
The Child of the Great Transformers,The Lord of the Gate of Death
The Child of the Great Transformers,The Lord of the Gate of Death
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Card Number: XIII
Sign and Dignities: Scorpio, fixed water. Ruler Mars (classical) Pluto (modern),Uranus exalted; Motto: “I desire” Hebrew Letter: nun Hebrew Letter Meaning: Simple letter nun: Fish (Movement); Value: 50 Path 24: Geburah (6, Tiphareth—Sun) to Netzach (7, Victory—Venus) Color Scales in the Four Worlds: Green-blue. Dull brown. Very dark brown. Livid indigo brown, like a black beetle Themes and Keywords: Transformation. Putrefaction and regeneration. Inevitability.Rising again. Reaping and harvesting. Releasing and recycling nutrients(bioavailability). Surrender of desire nature. Healing Crystals : Amber, Black Tourmaline Death Keywords
UPRIGHT: Endings, change, transformation, transition REVERSED: Resistance to change, personal transformation, inner purging Numerology 13(thirteen)
The Death card is the thirteenth Major Arcanum. Composed of 1 (the creative force of the cosmos) and 3 (here: the cycle of life, death, and rebirth), these two digits add up to 4, symbolizing stability or in this case, inevitability. |
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DEATH DESCRIPTION
The Death Tarot card symbolizes rebirth. See how the Sun is rising between the two towers in the distance of the Death Tarot. Those towers form a gate, the gate to a higher, eternal life. In this, the Death Tarot points to an experience that will open your eyes to what is truly important.
The lower portion of the Death Tarot card is dominated by yellow (intellect and spiritual awareness) and blue (the subconscious and intuition). The transforming activity of black and white (death and rebirth) raises the consciousness through the blue waters of the cosmic womb to an awareness of its eternal, spiritual destiny, symbolized by the yellow Sun and grey sky of the Death Tarot card.
In the Tarot, horses symbolize movement, power, and freedom. The transformation signalled in the Death Tarot is an inevitable process.
You can’t avoid it, no matter how hard you try.
Death comes to everyone, regardless of rank, gender, talent or accomplishments. The white rose represents sacred love and rebirth on the Death card. This symbol is on the rider’s banner, meaning that this message is especially important in the Death Tarot card.
The lower portion of the Death Tarot card is dominated by yellow (intellect and spiritual awareness) and blue (the subconscious and intuition). The transforming activity of black and white (death and rebirth) raises the consciousness through the blue waters of the cosmic womb to an awareness of its eternal, spiritual destiny, symbolized by the yellow Sun and grey sky of the Death Tarot card.
In the Tarot, horses symbolize movement, power, and freedom. The transformation signalled in the Death Tarot is an inevitable process.
You can’t avoid it, no matter how hard you try.
Death comes to everyone, regardless of rank, gender, talent or accomplishments. The white rose represents sacred love and rebirth on the Death card. This symbol is on the rider’s banner, meaning that this message is especially important in the Death Tarot card.
UPRIGHT DEATH
When The Death Tarot card comes upright in a reading, it’s a sign that you’re reaching a point in your spiritual development or day to day life where the old way of doing things just doesn’t feel right anymore.
This is definitely a time of deep transformation, likely to be both inner and outwardly in your life. Situations, things and people that you have counted on or gotten used to may no longer be available to you in quite the same way as they once were and this transition can be difficult for some people.
This is definitely a time of deep transformation, likely to be both inner and outwardly in your life. Situations, things and people that you have counted on or gotten used to may no longer be available to you in quite the same way as they once were and this transition can be difficult for some people.
General: The more accepting you can be of change of all sorts during this time and the less you try to "control" the better and the more comfortable this time will be for you. Often what you need to "let go of" is some sort of self-limiting belief or attitude.
Work: If you hate your job or are "underemployed," but you've not wanted to leave because of the steady income, you could end up being forced out. Ultimately, this would lead to your "greater good," but wouldn't you rather leave on your own volition? You may benefit most from a complete change of field.
Love: If you are clinging to a relationship that you are deeply unhappy in because you don't want to let go of the familiar or because you hate to be alone, you are doing neither yourself or your partner any favours.
Have a frank and honest discussion about the problem(s) you have with the relationship and if they can't or won't make a change or you can't or won't, then perhaps it's time to let it go. If you can be brave and take the chance of leaving the security of this relationship, you can find one that works much better.
Finances: You may have to make some sacrifices to deal with coming financial challenges. You can do it. Don't hesitate to reach out for help if you need it. You don't have to struggle or suffer alone, nor should it come to that, although there is a possibility that you'll be dealing with an involuntary loss of income as your job may be cut back, your stocks may lose money, etc.
Don't avoid reality, if this comes about. Ultimately you will profit greatly from what you have learned. You'll be fine in the long run.
Health: Keeping your stress level manageable is a must in order to stay in good health now. Deal with any problems that come up physically, don't try to avoid them. Be sure to get enough rest, as best you can, and don't abuse your body with alcohol or in other ways. If you need healing, ask for it on both the literal and the spiritual planes.
Work: If you hate your job or are "underemployed," but you've not wanted to leave because of the steady income, you could end up being forced out. Ultimately, this would lead to your "greater good," but wouldn't you rather leave on your own volition? You may benefit most from a complete change of field.
Love: If you are clinging to a relationship that you are deeply unhappy in because you don't want to let go of the familiar or because you hate to be alone, you are doing neither yourself or your partner any favours.
Have a frank and honest discussion about the problem(s) you have with the relationship and if they can't or won't make a change or you can't or won't, then perhaps it's time to let it go. If you can be brave and take the chance of leaving the security of this relationship, you can find one that works much better.
Finances: You may have to make some sacrifices to deal with coming financial challenges. You can do it. Don't hesitate to reach out for help if you need it. You don't have to struggle or suffer alone, nor should it come to that, although there is a possibility that you'll be dealing with an involuntary loss of income as your job may be cut back, your stocks may lose money, etc.
Don't avoid reality, if this comes about. Ultimately you will profit greatly from what you have learned. You'll be fine in the long run.
Health: Keeping your stress level manageable is a must in order to stay in good health now. Deal with any problems that come up physically, don't try to avoid them. Be sure to get enough rest, as best you can, and don't abuse your body with alcohol or in other ways. If you need healing, ask for it on both the literal and the spiritual planes.
REVERSED DEATH
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As with the upright meaning, the appearance of the “Death card” does not necessarily or even usually, indicate physical death.
It is important to bear in mind that in most circles, it is considered irresponsible for readers to predict physical death, as we are creatures with free will, and such things are not written in stone. This card, whether upright or reversed, simply indicates transformation and change. General: When Death appears in reverse, it often indicates that the changes that are likely to be coming in the querent’s life are of a less intense nature than the changes indicated by the upright card. Work: You may be dealing with a quiet undercurrent of dissatisfaction in your working life. When this card appears in reverse, it does not mean that you should just ignore these feelings, it means you should give serious consideration to exactly what you are feeling and why and what you can do about it. Do not attempt to put all of the blame on others. Love: When the card is in reverse, the problems are likely to be less major than they would be if the card was showing upright. Regardless, if you are in a difficult relationship now, it may be helpful to have a frank and honest discussion about the problem(s) you have with the relationship and if they can’t or won’t make a change (or you can’t or won’t) then perhaps it’s time to let it go. |
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Finances: There may be some changes looming in your financial situation when this card appears. Don’t be fearful, just be very prudent about how, when, and where you make use of your resources. If there is a downturn in your finances, know that it is unlikely to last forever. Do your part and all will be well. Don’t expect windfalls out of thin air.
Health: When this card is in reverse in a reading looking at health issues, it’s important to keep your stress level manageable in order to stay in good health now. If you are experiencing some health issues which you generally try to treat yourself, the time may be coming soon when you'll need to see a medical practitioner. Do not hesitate. The problems are unlikely to be major and you may find yourself wondering something like “why didn't I do this a long time ago?”