Description: Over his head The Magician has the Cosmic Lemniscate - the symbol of eternal life. Around his waist is a serpent devouring its own tail - the symbol of eternity. In his right hand he holds a wand pointing toward the heavens, while his left hand points to the earth. He is drawing power from above and directing it into physical manifestation.
On the table are the symbols of the four suits of the Minor Arcana; these signify the natural elements of life: Fire, Air, Water and Earth. The roses and lilies in the garden symbolize the cultivation of desires. The Magician represents the personal will joined in union with the Divine. The Magician then has the knowledge and power to bring things into manifestation through conscious self-awareness. Divinatory Meaning: Represents will, mastery, skill, wisdom, power and diplomacy. You have the ability to take power from above and direct it through your desire into physical manifestation. Reversed: The use of your power for destructive purposes. Weakness and indecision. |