The Magic of Possibilities
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The Story Of Hermes
In Greek Mythology, Hermes was the son of Zeus (the god of the sky, weather patterns, and unexpected thunder bolts). Hermes was the messenger of the gods and Zeus’s personal messenger. He was known as the fastest among the gods: clever, quick, cunning, a traveler, thieve, liar, trickster in his lowest form, and the ruler of magic.
In Mystic Tarot, Hermes stands grounded to the earth, with one hand pointing up to the heavens and the other pointing down toward the underworld. He is the god of transitions, working between both worlds and carries the souls to the afterlife.
Sitting on the rocks, you see a sword (a reflection of thought), a cup (a reflection of emotion), a pentacle (a reflection of stability and security) and lastly, a lit wand (a reflection of action and creativity) intertwined with a cadueus (the astrological symbol of the planet Mercury and his ruling planet).
The symbol of the caduceus represents the Magician’s timelessness and limitless power, which recalls the same concept of the Ouroborus serpent shedding its skin and devouring its own tail in acts that suggest infinity, rebirth, immortality, rejuvenation, and eternity. I feel whatever may befall the Magician; he recuperates quickly, always shedding the past as the serpent sheds its skin.
Have you ever met the skilled negotiator, someone that had the gift of talk, a person that can pull together thoughts and ideas, rally people to a cause, and really make things happen? Have you ever met a person that had the gift of verbal eloquence, the persuasive speaker or salesperson that seemed to say all the right words?
Have you ever met the charmer that schmoozed you, or did you schmooze someone to get what you wanted? Did you know the Magician embodies the mind of the deceitful and cunning trickster in his lowest form? Have you ever tricked someone, and told a white lie, so that you could accomplish what you wanted?
My Interpretation Of The Magician
The Magician teems with charisma and magnetism. However, his verbal eloquence makes make him a persuasive speaker, salesperson or negotiator, but also a deceptive foe when using his elocutionary gifts to accomplish darker goals.
Fueled by a strong desire to achieve and dominate, he can nevertheless suffer under the burden of the past, and emerges from its spell at times only with difficulty. When so burdened, the Magician can become a trickster and skillfully create an illusion of preparedness that belies his true condition because, of course, he wants to win.
The Magician is enumerated one which suits him perfectly since this card represents someone who can attain goals through personal tools, which for the Magician are his agile mind and adept communication skills.
The Magician symbolizes new beginnings, where all things are possible, and his confidence enables him to focus all his attention on the task at hand. His mastery and capacity for focus are unshakeable.
The Magician is connected to the planet Mercury – aptly so considering its parallels with his power of communication and manner of thinking. The Magician’s energies also recall the planet’s dynamics, coming in “fast,” short bursts.
In his lowest form, the Magician embodies the mind of the deceitful and cunning trickster; yet on a higher level he corresponds to the fascinating workings of a rational, objective mind. His thinking is short term, rooted firmly in the present. He is quick to contradict, but also to come up with answers.
When he feels incapable of freeing himself from the clutches of the past, his iron will wards him against harm or failure. The Magician never discloses his inscrutable plans because of his need to win at all he sets his hand to.
The Magician uses his charm and communication skills to persuade the people around him to agree with his way of thinking. He is the magical communicator that uses his charming negotiation skills to get what he wants.
If the Magician is surrounded by positive Tarot cards, it may mean that this person’s charms and sense of fun make him a pleasure to associate with. However, if the Magician card is surrounded by negative cards, it may portend that you risk being duped or cheated.
The Reverse Meaning Of The Magician
The reverse meaning of the Magician represents a state of overconfidence, a time when his ill preparation may mislead him into choosing poorly. Always holding the potential to manifest as the trickster, and he may deceive you to get what he wants.
At times, the Magician has a problem with forgiveness, which extends to blaming himself for his past mistakes. Such paralysis prevents him from putting his plans into action, and this is when he will keep you waiting.
When the Magician card is surrounded by negative Tarot cards, be alert to the danger that he may be a con man, and be careful in whom you trust, as appearances can all too often lead you astray.
The Story Of Hermes
In Greek Mythology, Hermes was the son of Zeus (the god of the sky, weather patterns, and unexpected thunder bolts). Hermes was the messenger of the gods and Zeus’s personal messenger. He was known as the fastest among the gods: clever, quick, cunning, a traveler, thieve, liar, trickster in his lowest form, and the ruler of magic.
In Mystic Tarot, Hermes stands grounded to the earth, with one hand pointing up to the heavens and the other pointing down toward the underworld. He is the god of transitions, working between both worlds and carries the souls to the afterlife.
Sitting on the rocks, you see a sword (a reflection of thought), a cup (a reflection of emotion), a pentacle (a reflection of stability and security) and lastly, a lit wand (a reflection of action and creativity) intertwined with a cadueus (the astrological symbol of the planet Mercury and his ruling planet).
The symbol of the caduceus represents the Magician’s timelessness and limitless power, which recalls the same concept of the Ouroborus serpent shedding its skin and devouring its own tail in acts that suggest infinity, rebirth, immortality, rejuvenation, and eternity. I feel whatever may befall the Magician; he recuperates quickly, always shedding the past as the serpent sheds its skin.
Have you ever met the skilled negotiator, someone that had the gift of talk, a person that can pull together thoughts and ideas, rally people to a cause, and really make things happen? Have you ever met a person that had the gift of verbal eloquence, the persuasive speaker or salesperson that seemed to say all the right words?
Have you ever met the charmer that schmoozed you, or did you schmooze someone to get what you wanted? Did you know the Magician embodies the mind of the deceitful and cunning trickster in his lowest form? Have you ever tricked someone, and told a white lie, so that you could accomplish what you wanted?
My Interpretation Of The Magician
The Magician teems with charisma and magnetism. However, his verbal eloquence makes make him a persuasive speaker, salesperson or negotiator, but also a deceptive foe when using his elocutionary gifts to accomplish darker goals.
Fueled by a strong desire to achieve and dominate, he can nevertheless suffer under the burden of the past, and emerges from its spell at times only with difficulty. When so burdened, the Magician can become a trickster and skillfully create an illusion of preparedness that belies his true condition because, of course, he wants to win.
The Magician is enumerated one which suits him perfectly since this card represents someone who can attain goals through personal tools, which for the Magician are his agile mind and adept communication skills.
The Magician symbolizes new beginnings, where all things are possible, and his confidence enables him to focus all his attention on the task at hand. His mastery and capacity for focus are unshakeable.
The Magician is connected to the planet Mercury – aptly so considering its parallels with his power of communication and manner of thinking. The Magician’s energies also recall the planet’s dynamics, coming in “fast,” short bursts.
In his lowest form, the Magician embodies the mind of the deceitful and cunning trickster; yet on a higher level he corresponds to the fascinating workings of a rational, objective mind. His thinking is short term, rooted firmly in the present. He is quick to contradict, but also to come up with answers.
When he feels incapable of freeing himself from the clutches of the past, his iron will wards him against harm or failure. The Magician never discloses his inscrutable plans because of his need to win at all he sets his hand to.
The Magician uses his charm and communication skills to persuade the people around him to agree with his way of thinking. He is the magical communicator that uses his charming negotiation skills to get what he wants.
If the Magician is surrounded by positive Tarot cards, it may mean that this person’s charms and sense of fun make him a pleasure to associate with. However, if the Magician card is surrounded by negative cards, it may portend that you risk being duped or cheated.
The Reverse Meaning Of The Magician
The reverse meaning of the Magician represents a state of overconfidence, a time when his ill preparation may mislead him into choosing poorly. Always holding the potential to manifest as the trickster, and he may deceive you to get what he wants.
At times, the Magician has a problem with forgiveness, which extends to blaming himself for his past mistakes. Such paralysis prevents him from putting his plans into action, and this is when he will keep you waiting.
When the Magician card is surrounded by negative Tarot cards, be alert to the danger that he may be a con man, and be careful in whom you trust, as appearances can all too often lead you astray.