Magician Tarot Card Meanings
The Magus of Power
The Magus of Power
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Card Number: I
Planet and Dignities: Mercury: rules Gemini and Virgo, exalted Virgo; Day of the week: Wednesday Hebrew Letter: beth Hebrew Letter Meaning: Double letter: House (Life—Death); Value: 2 Path 12: Kether (1, Crown—Primum Mobile) to Binah (3, Understanding—Saturn) Color Scales in the Four Worlds: Yellow. Purple. Gray. Indigo, rayed violet Themes and Keywords: Will. Magic. As above, so below. Words and thoughts with power to bend reality. Words as trickery. Illusion versus change in accordance with will. Knowledge. Skills. Tools. Connection. Transmission. Universal access to all realms. Mind, with all its virtues and flaws. The wand. Healing Crystals : Fire Opal,Garnet Magician Keywords
UPRIGHT: Manifestation, resourcefulness, power, inspired action REVERSED: Manipulation, poor planning, untapped talents Numerology 1(one)
The Magician Tarot card is the first Major Arcanum. In traditional Numerology, the Number 1(one) is associated with the Sun, symbolizing humanity’s highest possible awareness of the divine source, while kabbalists associate this number with the divine spark itself. The Roman numeral “I” beautifully mirrors the symbolism of the Magician’s wand as a channel between the divine source and the material universe. |
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MAGICIAN DESCRIPTION
The infinity sign above the Magician’s head symbolizes eternal life because it merges the physical world with the spiritual world. The Magician Tarot draws divine energy with the double-terminated wand, pointing with his free hand to the ground below in a gesture of blessing.
That’s why the Magician is standing under a canopy of roses, symbolizing the outpouring of divine love. The roses and lilies below are the creative forces of romantic love, but also deity manifested and the institutions of faith. It’s the power of love that allows the Magician to control the physical world, represented by the symbols on the table before him.
The Magician’s white Tau robe symbolizes the Great Work, his true spiritual purpose. The red-over garment shows that this work is an act of love.
Remember that red and white combined in the Magician Tarot card also symbolize the merging of male and female energies, in other words: fertility.
The Magician Tarot is also a life-giver. The purple belt or cincture around his waist is in the form of a snake eating its own tail, another symbol of eternal life.
The Magician’s will is so perfectly aligned with that of the deity that he doesn’t appear to have a will of his own or an ego. But rather than disappearing as a person, the Magician personality is now fully developed.
That’s why the Magician is standing under a canopy of roses, symbolizing the outpouring of divine love. The roses and lilies below are the creative forces of romantic love, but also deity manifested and the institutions of faith. It’s the power of love that allows the Magician to control the physical world, represented by the symbols on the table before him.
The Magician’s white Tau robe symbolizes the Great Work, his true spiritual purpose. The red-over garment shows that this work is an act of love.
Remember that red and white combined in the Magician Tarot card also symbolize the merging of male and female energies, in other words: fertility.
The Magician Tarot is also a life-giver. The purple belt or cincture around his waist is in the form of a snake eating its own tail, another symbol of eternal life.
The Magician’s will is so perfectly aligned with that of the deity that he doesn’t appear to have a will of his own or an ego. But rather than disappearing as a person, the Magician personality is now fully developed.
UPRIGHT MAGICIAN
The Magician Tarot is a card symbolizing personal power and the ability to influence the material world, sometimes in uncanny ways. It is important to understand that this power is divine and that it must be used for sacred purposes.
If the Magician Tarot card represents you in a reading, you already know that. You understand that it is a divine gift and that you are not its source, but its channel. In other words, people are willing to follow you, because they know they can trust you. The power of truth is much more compelling than the most dazzling dime-store novel glamour.
If the Magician Tarot card represents you in a reading, you already know that. You understand that it is a divine gift and that you are not its source, but its channel. In other words, people are willing to follow you, because they know they can trust you. The power of truth is much more compelling than the most dazzling dime-store novel glamour.
General: You may notice many synchronicities, which point towards deep, spiritual events taking place regardless of the "importance" of their superficial appearances. You should be finding that you have the knowledge, strength, and inspiration needed to meet your challenges. In general, this is a very positive time for you.
Work: There will be an improvement in your work/career life. This points to an excellent time to find new work or to ask for and receive a promotion in your current job if that is possible. Particularly if your work is in a creative field, this is a time when your suggestions and work will be met with excellent comprehension and may lead you to "bigger and better things."
Love: If you are in the market for a new romance, this is a time when you are likely to meet someone new. If you're in a long-term relationship, the relationship will very likely seem to rise to new, deeper levels of commitment and enjoyment. This is an excellent time to "get out and meet people."
Finances: Money should be on the upswing when this card appears - even if no feasible way for this to happen is apparent at the time you do your reading. Something will appear that will allow you to make more money, whether this is an idea, a chance to do some work "on the side" or even a new position. Have faith in yourself and your ability to succeed.
Health: If you've been feeling ill, that will most likely end soon; this card signifies strength and/or the return of strength. If you do have some kind of ongoing health issue that hasn't gotten better, you may benefit greatly from undertaking some sort of alternative therapy.
Work: There will be an improvement in your work/career life. This points to an excellent time to find new work or to ask for and receive a promotion in your current job if that is possible. Particularly if your work is in a creative field, this is a time when your suggestions and work will be met with excellent comprehension and may lead you to "bigger and better things."
Love: If you are in the market for a new romance, this is a time when you are likely to meet someone new. If you're in a long-term relationship, the relationship will very likely seem to rise to new, deeper levels of commitment and enjoyment. This is an excellent time to "get out and meet people."
Finances: Money should be on the upswing when this card appears - even if no feasible way for this to happen is apparent at the time you do your reading. Something will appear that will allow you to make more money, whether this is an idea, a chance to do some work "on the side" or even a new position. Have faith in yourself and your ability to succeed.
Health: If you've been feeling ill, that will most likely end soon; this card signifies strength and/or the return of strength. If you do have some kind of ongoing health issue that hasn't gotten better, you may benefit greatly from undertaking some sort of alternative therapy.
REVERSED MAGICIAN
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The Magician card, reversed, suggests that you are not in touch with your power. The resulting discomfort tends to manifest itself in power tripping, feelings of envy and jealousy, and short-selling yourself.
While such insecurity can arise at any stage of your development, it is especially dangerous at this stage. A fall from these heights will hurt a great deal. Remember that the power you have been given can always be taken away. And if you abuse it, that’s exactly what will happen. Even when reversed, the Magician is about making higher - and better - use of all of one's power. The reversal, however, can indicate that one is hesitant about making the necessary changes in order to use their power in a more spiritual and more effective manner. General: When the Magician shows in reverse, you may be overlooking the synchronicities, which could be pointing you in the direction you most want to and need to go. Again, when this card is reversed, you could be doubting yourself unnecessarily and causing yourself (and those around you) problems as a result. Work: Receiving the Magician in reverse can indicate a resistance to needed change when it comes to your working life. The truth is that nothing stays the same forever, change and newness are a part of life. Don’t cling to the past. Love: The Magician reversed can indicate that you are losing faith in your ability to find, attract and keep new love if you are single. This attitude must be stopped – now, in order for you to be successful. In a committed relationship, this card in reverse can show a hesitancy to talk about what it is that you really want and need. It’s time to be brave and to communicate these things.. |
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Finances: When the reversed Magician appears, it can indicate feelings of helplessness and of being “stuck” when it comes to money. The truth of the matter is that you can make changes and you can improve your lot in life if you will try. If you do what you have always done, there is no doubt that you will basically get what you have always gotten. Think about changes and new ventures that you could try. You may find that they are far more successful than you’d expect.
Health: The Magician, even in reversal, is a good signifier for improved health. Take good care of yourself, and seek medical counsel if you need it. Believe in your body’s ability to heal itself. You are likely to be feeling much better fairly quickly.