Minor Arcana Suits
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Wands: (ruled by the Sun) are associated with Fire; creativity, passion, inspiration, enthusiasm, and are 'yang' energy. They are the Intuitive type yet extroverted Their relation to time is future oriented. Symbolic Images: (suit: Clubs) candles, flames, volcanoes, sunflowers, lions/felines, magic wands, rods and other 'phallic objects'. Cups: (ruled by the Moon) are associated with Water; relationships, love, healing, inner depths, dreams & the astral world, fantasy & illusion. They are yin energy. They are the Feeling type and their orientation to time is focused on the past. Images: (suit: Hearts) Shells, chalices, containers, wombs, water, mirrors, dolphins, mermaids, sea horses, fish and all water creatures. Swords (ruled by Mercury) are associated with Air, the intellect, and a quick wit, clarity, challenges and mental distortions of reality. They are masculine energy. They represent the logical, objective functions as well as communication through ideas. They are the Thinking type and their orientation to time is linear. Images: (suit: Spades) Clouds, wind, sky, swords & knives, glass, incense, and birds. Coins (Ruled by Earth) are associated with Earth; security, money, the home, handmade crafts, harvest, and the 5 senses. They are feminine energy. They are associated with traditions, foundations and whatever 'grounds' you. Coins are about our sense of self worth and our values and practical side. They are the Sensate type and are oriented to the present time. Images: (suit: diamonds) Money, coins, pentacles, crafts, mother earth, fruits & veggies, machinery, bulls, cows and goats. |
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