Divination 101
Cartomancy

We are going to spend a few Tuesdays continuing our exploration of tarot as a form of divination while we finish up our walk with Wahya Circle. We choose this form of divination at 3CMM because it is one of the most common forms of divination in the world, and one of the most easily concealed. Like a deck on playing cards shoved in a pocket when in a pinch.

“Tarot”, or divining by cards, has been around for hundreds of years. Some are even trying to bridge the gap of time between the Ancient and the Modern as many Practitioners of Modern Time KNOW that Practitioners of Ancient times divined in ways similar to what we still do to this day.

There is hope with today’s Spirit as we are being allowed to study more and more archeologically, that the doors of practices from times past will begin to open more and more for those who seek them.

Divination 101
Cartomancy
VIIIs - Eights - 8s

Minor Arcana

When present in your tarot spread, EIGHTS are the number of ‘strength’. The number 8 in tarot symbolizes solidity of foundations, firm balance and harmony. It is also found to be extremely lucky in business and matters of finance. Numerologically, the number 8 represents balance, achievement, and abundance. It's also associated with the infinity symbol, which represents the idea that everything in life has a purpose!

Pentacles - Coins, Diamonds (Physical)

Prudence, diligent, responsible, pays attention to detail, right tools for right task, able to hammer out details, independent, knows importance of hard work. Finances. Creativity. Sensation. Material concerns. Midnight. Old Age. Female.

The 8 of Pentacles shows a deep dedication to perfecting a skill or craft through focused effort and practice, signifying a time of intense learning, meticulous work, and striving for mastery in a particular area, whether professional or personal; it emphasizes the importance of hard work and attention to detail while cautioning against becoming overly consumed by one task to the detriment of other aspects of life

Key aspects of the Eight of Pentacles meaning:
Focused work and skill development
The card depicts an artisan meticulously carving a pentacle, symbolizing a deep concentration on improving one's abilities in a specific field.

Dedication and perseverance
It highlights the importance of consistent effort and patience to achieve mastery.

Attention to details
The card suggests a meticulous approach to work, paying close attention to fine points and quality.

Potential for advancement
When upright, it can indicate career progression or reaching a higher level of expertise within a chosen field.

Work-life balance warning
In a negative interpretation, the Eight of Pentacles can signify becoming overly obsessed with work, neglecting other important aspects of life.

Cups — Chalices, Hearts (Emotional)

Walking away from unhappiness or drama, finding oneself.
Taking a break. Stopping because something was missing. River is dry. walking away from drama. Time to give up. Something was not healthy. Heeding call.

Eight of Cups does not bode well for most in physical aspects, especially if there is extensive Shadow Work to continue. It can suggest that the one we were first attracted to or loved has now been overshadowed by someone or something else. Symbolized by the Moon eclipsing the Sun in the sky. Many who receive this card in a reading now want to be with someone else or doing something different and may be having difficulty finding the Strength or courage to leave their current situation or partner. Why? It is typically because fear that it will be “too difficult”. Abandonment and fear of abandonment are at play here too, hence, the unresolved Shadow.

Other thoughts to consider when reading the cards surrounding this one are in the realm of a decision to walk away from something that is no longer fulfilling, representing a need to let go of an unfulfilling situation or relationship to pursue something more meaningful, often signifying a period of transition and personal growth through change and self-reflection; essentially, it's about courageously moving on from what is not serving you anymore.

KEY ASPECTS FOR 8 OF CUPS in Physical, Emotional, Thinking Realms

Letting go
The primary message is to detach from something that is no longer providing satisfaction or bringing Joy, even if it seems difficult.

Moving on
This card encourages embracing change and stepping into a new phase of life, leaving behind the past.

Self-reflection
It prompts introspection to understand why you might be leaving a situation and what you truly desire.

Emotional detachment
While it may seem like abandonment, the Eight of Cups signifies a healthy detachment from something that is not serving you.

Swords - Scepters, Spades (Thought)

The Eight of Swords tarot card depicts a blindfolded and bound personl surrounded by eight swords. It can represent feelings of being trapped, hopeless, or restrained. However, the card can also suggest that the person's limitations are self-imposed and that they can break free. The water at their feet can symbolize LISTENING TO PERSONAL INTUITION CAN LEAD TO LIBERATION.

Interference. Feeling of being trapped or frozen by thoughts. One cannot see full picture. Over intellectualizing. What is controlling you? Is something hiding from you? Self restricted? Do you refuse to see options? Look at the card, RWS. This person is surrounded but there is a way “out”, do they or will they see it? Psychological entrapment, restrictions, powerless has been caused by Self or Other. Eight of Swords. What will be your ‘remedy’ to better the situation or share for another whom you drew this for?

Remember too, in numerology, the number 8 is associated with success, balance, and abundance. It's also known as a "power number".

Wands — Staves, Clubs (Transformative Energy/Spirit of Fire)

From out of nowhere arrives help from a busy person, the Eight of Wands. For some who draw this card, moments in Time, relationships, tasks, are moving too quickly. More projects can be taken on or often are. Weigh them carefully. This is an “action card” Change. Masculine energy.

Upright position
Embrace energ
The Eight of Wands can encourage you to embrace the universe's energy and take action towards your goals.

Focus on what matters
The card can remind you to focus on what's important and let go of distractions.

Have a clear vision
The card can teach you the importance of having a clear vision of what you want to achieve.

Align Actions
The card can teach us to align our actions with our desires and let go of anything that hinders our progress.

Reversed position
Slow down. The card can mean that it's time to slow down and reassess your plan.

Check the timing: The card can mean that the timing isn't right and everything isn't aligning.

Create a solid plan: The card can mean that you should take a break and create a more solid plan before going back to your goals.

Major Arcana

VIII Strength

A master of raw emotions when balanced with Self. Conquering your inner worries and believing in yourself fuel this natural Fire sign. Take the time you need to master your emotions, be patient and compassionate with yourself! Being mindful will connect your MORE to Higher Self.

Courage, Kindness, conviction, inner strength. Infinity sign, also seen in Magician. Power can be exhibited through gentleness. Spirit manifesting through actions of Matter.

Reversed, all of this in opposite land! You are vulnerable and doubt your self! STOP. The ONE PERSON you should ALWAYS be able to TRUST — IS YOU.

LEO = July 23 - Aug 22, the zodiac of strength.

XVII The Star

The Star has survived the Onslaught of the Tower, the greatest challenge of all, by calling on THEIR Inner-Strength during the darkest hours. (Se a pattern here?) The reward is true peace and the freedom to be who you want to be. The Four Suits can find likewise should they decide to follow the advice. It is Spirit. Renewal, open mindedness, optimism. Letting go of past hurts. Self esteem will never depend on another individual again.

Reversed? Opposites again!

AQUARIUS - Jan 20 - Feb 18
Planet: Uranus

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