March 19th, 2011 § § permalink
High Priestess as Justice
The Moon moved into Libra today at 4:03 pm EST and stays there until March 21st at 2:34 pm.
Looking at this transit through the lens of the Tarot, it would be like the High Priestess wearing Justice’s clothing. She takes on the mantle of the Karmic Decider.
The High Priestess is concerned with ideas and ideals. She swims in the big picture and reflects everything around her. Her wisdom comes through observation, grand non-judgmental perception of everything flowing by and through her.
Her interest is not in what is right or wrong, but simply in what is.
She flows with the universe asking no one to excuse themselves, only to be what they are – good, bad, or somewhere in the middle.
In contrast, Justice does care about what’s good or bad. The scales she holds weigh, consider, and decide what’s right and wrong. And her sword lets us know she has the authority to carry through on the decisions she makes.
When she sees unbalance, Justice requires adjustment. Truth is indispensible and unfairness intolerable.
For the High Priestess to act as Justice, she must force herself to care about the outcome, to get down to choosing, not just sitting in the middle.
And she’s not particularly happy about it. She’d rather see both sides, not say that anyone ‘should’ or ‘should not’.
With the High Priestess as Justice, or the Moon in Libra, we might be required to face up to something and decide.
Our emotions will demand respect. If we’ve leaned too far back or forward, we’ll probably find ourselves moving just as dramatically the other way.
It can be a slightly challenging period, perhaps a little manic. But by the time it’s done, something is likely to have been decided upon.
Don’t be alarmed by conflicting emotions. They’re there because you can see both sides. It’s not good enough though to just acknowledge them and walk away.
During this transit you’re being asked to take a stand one way or another. And you’ve got the wisdom and power to do so.
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March 17th, 2011 § § permalink
High Priestess as Hermit
The moon moves into Virgo today at 4:53 pm EST and stays there until March 19th at 4:02 pm.
From a Tarot perspective, you might think of this transit as the High Priestess wearing the Hermit’s clothes. She’s putting on her cowl.
The High Priestess is silent, still, wise and mysterious.
She listens and contemplates, rarely ‘speaking out’. Instead, she reflects emotions around her, like a mirror or a pool of water.
The mysteries are to be found in everything that can be perceived, and the High Priestess perceives all, flowing easily from one thing to the next.
The Hermit is an old guy in a cave, a mountain or maybe an attic. He’s alone, solitary, taking the time to look within.
The light in his world comes from his own candle or lantern. It’s a light that shines from inside out.
He too is silent, still, wise and mysterious, but he isn’t so much about the flow.
He’s grounded, preferring to stop and look at the details, digging through what he knows already rather than seeking out what’s new.
For the High Priestess to behave in a Hermetic fashion isn’t too difficult. The hardest part is focusing on the details.
The Moon in Virgo, or High Priestess in the Hermit’s clothing, is a time for practical, quiet reflection. Seeking the advice of an expert, and listening carefully to what they have to say could be worthwhile.
Or maybe someone will be asking you for your advice.
Your home is more important now than the outside world. Start thinking how to make it more practical. You might not be ready to do the work just yet, but this is a great time to plan.
Emotionally, it’s a time of calm. Perfect for listening and reflecting rather than acting out in passion. Take your time. There’s no rush.
Study, organization, contemplation, solitude, emotional self-reflection. Don’t be afraid to be alone right now. There’s lot’s to do on your own.
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March 15th, 2011 § § permalink
High Priestess as Strength
The Moon moves into Leo at 3:33 pm EST and will stay there until Thursday, March 17th at 3:57 pm.
Translated into Tarot cards, this transit would be like the High Priestess is wearing Strength’s clothing. She’s thrown off her heavy cape and is spending some time outside with her lion.
The High Priestess is loving, but somewhat aloof. Silence, reflection and occult wisdom are her specialties.
She’s not one for horseplay, preferring quiet meditation and serious study. But she’s sensitive, not shy. When the need arises, she has no problem communicating how she feels.
Her intelligence comes from listening, paying attention to all around her. No one vision is sacred, but having one is. Without the spirit, life for her would be empty.
Strength is interested in the spirit as well. It’s what drives her, and she’s not afraid for the world to know.
Strength is bold yet innocent, almost instinctual in her ways. She’s powered by the sun and is adept at controlling its awesome energy.
She has no need for sunscreen, or padding against the lion. They act as one. Flowers and white cotton are all the protection she needs.
The High Priestess is out of her element here, but it’s certainly not the worst place for her to be. She appreciates Strength’s soul, if not always her way of expressing it.
The Moon in Leo, or High Priestess in Strength’s clothing is potentially a time of emotional power. Something beautiful that’s usually under-wraps can finally be revealed.
The silence is broken. Quiet wisdom and passion can be united. During this time, it might be difficult to keep your ideas to yourself. But why should you?
Try finding an outlet for plans you’ve been sitting on? This is an opportunity to shine if you’re not over-burdened by self-consciousness.
It might feel a little uncomfortable at first, but letting your wilder side out right now could be positive. The sun isn’t always shining. Take advantage of it when it does.
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