Anchor #35 - Lenormand

Anchor - Lenormand #35.

About the Card

Many readers of the Lenormand cards give the meaning of job/work/career to the Anchor card.  I often refer to this meaning as well.

When interpreting this card in a layout and the meaning of work is not applicable it can indicate some sort of security.  In love or relationship questions it promises a steady and solid connection.  In business related questions that are not necessarily related to work it will bring encouragement that is based on reliability.

The Anchor has multi level meanings as with most cards in the Lenormand deck.  It provides a “grounding” to a situation.  One interesting thing to note is that if you are anticipating change in regards to a circumstance or even a person this card will not lend hope to that.  There will be no obvious change.

If you look at the image (French Cartomancy deck) you will see the anchor with a long chain that is not attached to anything. At one time it was secured to the boat in the background.  The boat lies still in one spot too and it is not adrift.  Both these images suggested “staying put”. It would take a strong gust of wind to move both these objects and it would take an even bigger shift in direction to change a situation.

I look forward to seeing the Anchor card when it is place next to most of the cards in the deck.  There are some exceptions, of course.  If it were to lie next to the Tree card it might indicate a potential problem with the health that would be difficult to diagnose or treat.  Other cards must accompany this duo that will reveal some kind of unpleasant issue.  

Is the Scythe card powerful enough to rattle the chain of the anchor? When the Scythe fall behind or before the Anchor card it will foretell that a severance was necessary to bring back some stability. This could actually mean the loss of a job.

If the Scythe card falls beneath or after the Anchor card it will portend a job with no future. When you are using some of the other meanings for the Anchor, this duo could hint at surgery if the Tree card is very close by. Let’s say there is no health issue, then this duo can mean that you will meet someone through a work related circumstance.

However, if you decide that the meaning of “work” is not applicable, the duo will tell you that it is time not to stay put any longer and to apply some quick action in order to restore some sense of confidence  in the situation or with a person involved.

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Sibilla della Zingara

The Gypsy Oracle Cards / Sibilla della Zingara / Oraculo de la Gitana / Sibylle de la Bohemienne / Zigeuner Orakelkarten.  The 52 cards have meanings written on them in 5 languages - English, Italian, Spanish, French and Dutch.  This is in keeping with many of the sibilla style decks.  Personally I like the black border around each card because it helps to bring out the image.  The English version on the top of the card is surrounded by a black background.  It is difficult to make out the name unless you bring the card very close to you but of course you will most likely recognize the image.

The size is the same as the Vera Sibilla Italiana and has almost the same feel to it in as far as the artistic imagery.  There are a few variations of cards but in essence they are identical.

I had a wonderful and informative comment from “Axi” regarding this deck.  Check it out HERE.

In the image below you can see these cards in the Simple Elements Layout

It is read the same way as the Vera Sibilla deck as in the previous post

Study Layout using Vera Sibilla Italiana

 

The Simple Elements Layout using the one of the Sibilla decks.

QUESTION: Will B. get a promotion?

CARD #1 - Current thoughts. The card that falls in this spot will reveal to you where the energy of your thoughts is. It does not matter which [way] you selected to do this reading.

IL LADRO 10 of Diamonds. (Thief)

This card is common in the sibilla style decks. When it falls in this first spot it suggests that B. is in a negative frame of mind regarding the promotion that he wants. He is thinking of all things that could go wrong instead of focusing on what could go right. The Ladro card is indicating that B. is feeling much low self esteem at this time and he is hiding his insecurities by putting on a daring front.

B. needs to change his attitude or he will attract the possible theft of his promotion by not getting it.

CARD #2 - Your feelings. The second card will expose the emotions going on. The feelings can range.

PRIGIONE 9 of Spades. (Prison)

Another common card among the sibilla style decks. This card is suppose to reflect B.’s emotions surrounding his question. As you can see in the image he is chained to a pillar. The Prigione card is warning B. that his feelings are self defeating. He must change his outlook and fast. The first 2 cards are colored in darkness where there should be optimism. B.’s emotions are holding him captive and if he ever thought that he would get a promotion with his head dragging on the ground filled with self doubt- it would truly be a miracle.

CARD #3 - Plan of action. The card that has been placed here will provide options or a suggestive energy to apply directly connected to cards #1 & #2. This is what you should do. Depending on which card falls here, a way to the solution will be shown. If you see a card of inaction and you do not change that then do not be surprised if the result in card #4 is negative or not to your liking. Of course there are times when no action is the best course but you will have to intuitively determine that yourself.

ALLEGRIA 9 of Clubs. (merriment)

Ahh finally, a more positive card. The advice of Allegria is to loosen up and to stop worrying about the promotion. Go out and have a good time. Obviously, B. should give his own head a good shake and start to think more optimistically. He should actually be anticipating a reason for celebration.

Card #3 provides options or a suggestive energy to apply directly connected to cards #1 & #2. This is what you should do. B. has to lift the veil of his own poor attitude and to  utilize the advice of card 3.

CARD #4 - What can happen. The last card is the result, outcome or probable solution. Here you will find what happens when you apply action coupled with emotions regarding something on your mind. The previous cards will be very beneficial to you because within each card is a promise for success regardless if initially it appears negative. You have a choice in most areas of your life. This card will show you the by-product of your efforts.

L’AMANTE Jack of Hearts. (Lover)

It looks like B. will be playing at his own celebration. L’amante promises a good outcome. It will not be the exact results he was hoping for in so far as the promotion. The reason I am saying this is because in the image he is awaiting his sweetheart to come to the window or door. He is serenading the object of his love. This means the promotion is not complete and he will still have to do some fancy foot work to get where he really wants to be. Or perhaps play the song his boss wants.

It looks like B. will take the advice of card #3 which will lead him to the materialization of card #4

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Gypsy Oracle Cards

Oraculo de La Gitana   (Gypsy Oracle Cards) came out earlier this year, in February.  They are  created by Lo Scarabeo & the publisher is Llewellyn.  At first I hesitated on getting this 52 card deck.  I have not had a chance to  review the cards or do a layout with them.  I don’t expect any huge surprises other than some different assigned names for some cards.  But I do like the color scheme of the artwork.

I prefer to keep the Sibilla style decks I own to a minimum because they  are duplicates of the original Zigeuner Wahrsagekarten mixed with a bit of Kipperkarten and a dash of the Lenormand.

Once you get the knack of reading one of these style decks, others are easier to comprehend as well.

The real challenge is to learn a completely new type of deck like the Symbolon or  Rainring.                

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Tarot video

I love this video by Madonna.  It is 4 minutes in duration.  Sit back and experience the Tarot.

Simple Elements Layout

Sometimes when you want the guidance of the cards you may not really have a specific question.  Times like this using a simple layout with only a few cards to interpret is a much easier way to zoom in to what you are thinking even though you may not consciously realize that those things are on your mind.

 

SIMPLE ELEMENTS LAYOUT

The Cosmic deck is used to illustrate the Simple Elements Layout and to demonstrate the process of reading the cards.  An emotionally provoking deck.

STEPS in using this Layout

 

• shuffle your deck in the usual manner that is most comfortable for you.  It does not matter which deck you use.  I am using the Cosmic Tarot.  In an upcoming post I will demonstrate one of the Sibilla decks as well in the Simple Elements Layout.
• you can cut the deck in 3 piles and then pick 1 pile or fan the cards out on the table
• if you fan the cards, [way #1] before selecting the first card clear you mind (if possible) and try not to ask a direct question. [way #2]  ask for guidance regarding a situation or person. [way #3] make a wish
• do the same for the remainder of the cards.

CARD #1 -  Current thoughts.  The card that falls in this spot will reveal to you where the energy of your thoughts is. It does not matter which  [way] you selected to do this reading.

8 of Swords -  Let’s suppose that there was no question asked.  Right away you get the feeling that there is pacing going on. The female is still and observing.  The male is either walking away from the swords or thinking about another way to go at them.  The person involved in the reading has a very worried mind. This card suggests that the person is on edge and has some serious thinking going on in their head.

CARD #2 - Your feelings.  The second card will expose the emotions going on.  The feelings can range.  

Key 13- The Death card - the person most likely couldn’t care less about things. It is too soon to tell which way the feelings will develop.  Right now there is a stillness which is the result of the worries depicted in card #1.  Within the Death card is hope.  The passion will return.  The caring will once again re-appear once the fear has been dealt with.  The person is afraid to get involved again.  The feelings are in a “cutting off” stage.

CARD #3 - Plan of action.  The card that has been placed here will provide options or a suggestive energy to apply directly connected to cards #1 & #2.  This is what you should do.  Depending on which card falls here, a way to the solution will be shown.  If you see a card of inaction and you do not change that then do not be surprised if the result in card #4 is negative or not to your liking.  Of course there are times when no action is the best course but you will have to intuitively determine that yourself.

5 of Wands - It looks like this person is taking steps to resolve some issue at hand.  Communication is action.  This card indicates there is some opposition but it is nothing serious, it is just bantering.  The stillness of card #1 has been broken.  The numbness of card #2 has been overcome.  In some cases physical activity needs to be  increased to attain certain goals.  Like getting off your butt and being active.

CARD #4 - What can happen.  The last card is the result, outcome or probable solution.  Here you will find what happens when you apply action coupled with emotions regarding something on your mind.  The previous cards will be very beneficial to you because within each card is a promise for success regardless if initially it appears negative.  You have a choice in most areas of your life.  This card will show you the by-product of your efforts.

Queen of Swords.  The queen when taken as a personality card shows tremendous promise of re-gained power.  She is in control and is not still & observing like in card #1.  She has picked up one of the 8 swords and has made a decision.  The person getting the reading done would have most likely had to keep a lid on their emotions mainly due to the cautions contained within card #2 Death.  

Let’s suppose it is a male getting the reading.  He will also access his power center, too.  Perhaps he was the type of male who let others walk all over him.  Well that will no longer be - he has learned to fight back. He is depicted in card #1 as either walking away or planning a strategic attack.  Obviously he won.

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Marriage question using Lenormand

The Simple 6 card layout is used to illustrate the question. Male B. is the seeker of the Lenormand session. Layouts need not be complicated- keep it simple. You can replace the past, present, future rows with other identifications, such as, decision made/results of decision/how will my decision affect me…. and so on.

The suggested meanings in quotation marks are from the tab beneath the header called LENORMAND CARD meanings 1-36 Question: Will B get married?

PAST- top 2 cards. LETTER + CROSS

27. LETTER – Covers a vast amount of areas –the written word. Easy enough to figure out by looking at the nearby cards. News, announcements, memos etc. Coupled with the BIRDS card juicy gossip. With the PARK card an invitation to a gathering or party. Near the CROSS card- disturbing news. When the SCYTHE & COFFIN cards are involved – obituary.

36. CROSS – A test. Related to Karmic situations. It’s a sure thing. In the positive aspects of this card there is a promise of completion. Describes something important. Coupled with the HOUSE card- negative news approaches regarding a family member. With the Moon card –profound thoughts. Near the SHIP card- a trip out of necessity.

.B received some important news in the recent past regarding his question about marriage. It appears as though there has been a final commitment (CROSS)or some type of resolution which has put an end to the many questions in his mind. Maybe the wedding invitations (LETTER)were just sent or an appointment has been made with a religious official. The CROSS card can represent a church as well.

PRESENT- middle 2 cards. HEART + ANCHOR

24. HEART- The positive emotional level, however it is influenced greatly by surrounding cards. The love department in a person’s life. Good cards nearby reinforce the strength of feelings contained within. Affection, caring. As a person (Jack of Hearts) suggests a romantic or potential love interest. Coupled with the GENTLEMAN card will describe a love-filled individual. Near the CROSS card- a Karmic affair with a fated feeling. With the DOG card-doesn’t get much better –utmost loyalty in love.

35. ANCHOR – What you do for a living. Strengthens neighboring cards so that there is more security. Finding the target or goal. As a characteristic, someone who is dependable. Coupled with the WHIP card will indicate 2 jobs. With the MOUSE card –loss of position.

.In the current state surrounding B there is a strong suggestion that love is here to stay. The ANCHOR card reinforces the power of the love within the HEART card. There still is some work (ANCHOR) to do and that is understandable as there is a wedding to plan.

FUTURE- bottom 2 cards. LADY + HOUSE

29. LADY- Female seeker of cards. The partner of the male getting the reading. When the GENTLEMAN & LADY cards fall in the “now” spot the suggestion is that these 2 people will see each other (if living apart) or be caught up in an important situation. Coupled with the MOON card- an emotional personality. With the MOUNTAIN card-unable to express feelings.When the BOOK card is beside either of these two cards & falling in the future spots, it can indicate meeting someone new especially if the CHILD card is involved. With the STORK card- return of a former lover or friend.

4. HOUSE = Wherever you live. When this card is beside the SHIP it can suggest a houseboat or trailer. Matters concerning the family members. A father or head of the household (King of Cups). Property.

.These two cards are suppose to answer the question. Lucky for B, his special LADY falls in the future spot. This is a very good omen as far as “people showing up in the future”. She is thinking about wanting a family (HOUSE) and all the wonderful things that go along with that. Her feelings of love a deep and unwavering. It looks like daddy (King of Cups) will lend a helping hand in all the preparations to come. Often parents do not or can not participate in a wedding. Yes it looks affirmative for B to get married.

King of Swords

The court cards are often confusing and it is often a challenge to identify who exactly is represented by the card. Often courts only depict situation and not people.  Many times both levels of interpretation a valid.  In my own experience I have seen it all,  in the Tarot layouts.  

The King of Swords will be featured in this post.

I find that the Robin Wood king can trigger emotional responses in a person even if they do not know what the associated meanings are.  

Wood’s image captures the power of the King of Swords. When I see this card in a layout it makes me stop & really think about the question I asked. 

Notice how he has his arms folded across his heart area suggesting that there is a “forced” control over the emotions. Robin writes about some of the symbolism of this card in Wood’s accompanying book .  

Who can the King of Swords be in a layout?  

He can represent “you” when you are in charge of a situation or when you need to get some control over yourself as well.  He reminds you that now is not the time to be wishy washy or to have your head in the clouds.  

Notice  the clouds on his robe.  This clearly depicts just how in control he is.  His head is way above the clouds and not in them.   If you are not certain how to interpret the King of Swords, try to visualize yourself in his place.  What are you thinking? What is it that you need to get done?  

Brace yourself, you are about to sit on a swing in the adult playground.

I place the swords suit with the Air signs of the Zodiac as I do with the spades from the standard playing cards.  He belongs to the cardinal sign of Libra (rules 7th house of partnerships, agreements, contracts, unions).  Libra is about fairness and justice.  There are no emotions in law.

If you are trying to determine what situation the King is representing it would most likely be about something professional such as legal matters (not always pertaining to law, either), dealing with important leaders in the community or being involved in a situation which requires strict discipline and an outlay of responsibility.

The King of Swords has a shadow side which does not make it’s appearance unless there are other supporting cards. He can represent an “enemy” like an ex husband, abusive father, a pimp, a powerful person with a “chip” on their shoulder - you know the kind I mean. 

The King of Swords is loyal and a no nonsense type of male.  He has the know how to run things  in a smooth, peaceful but forceful manner.

If you are a female and have met someone that fits the King’s description, the best way to his heart is through honesty, intellectual choices and respect.  (he likes sensuality displayed in a conservative manner, so save the hard core sexy lingerie for later … much later)

Whip #11 Lenormand combinations

Playing Card - Jack of Clubs

The Lenormand Whip card represents many different traditional meanings such as conflict, aggressive behaviour, heated discussions, debates, arguments or a younger dark haired male who is found in the business world.

Some suggested combinations for this card are as follows:  ————>

Picking a new deck of cards.

If you were to pick a deck of cards 30 years ago, you would have had a handful to choose from and it would not be an arduous chore like it is now.  Or you would still be in diapers   and maybe hitting puberty

The first thing you have to do is ask yourself what you want the deck to do.  Do you want it to give you the answers from the meanings you will have to memorize or look up in the accompanying book?  Do you want the deck to inspire you and to promote your psychic awareness through the imagery of the cards and a few keyword?  Are you a believer in angels, power animals, North American Indian/Asian/Qabalah etc. traditions?  

Do you want to psycho-analyze yourself and try and figure out what makes you tick at the present time? Do you want a certain deck because people are discussing it on a forum or in a blog?

Once you have answered some of those questions you should get a piece of paper and write down 6 things you want the deck to give you as far as accessibility to answers.  This way you will weed out many decks on the market.

After you decide that you can read reviews on the Internet about the various card systems.  You can usually see several pics belonging to decks as well.  Many websites offer free computer generated readings which will give you some idea of what they mean in certain spots.  Don’t forget that it is someone else’s opinion of someone’s else artistic & writing talents.    Unless the review is completely unbiased then only consider it slighlty.  I have read horrible reviews about cards/books only to find out that I felt differently than the person writing the review.  So be cautious on that one.

Ok now ask yourself how much time are you going to devote to learning this new deck you are about to purchase?   Even if you have a natural skill in reading card it will not happen overnight and can take many years to fully master. The acquired skill requires a lot of practice.  And some people just never get the knack of it.

Assuming that you are not just going to collect cards & that you will actually use them, you then need to jump right on in - buy the cards and begin.

 

 

Follow up on previous reading.

Below you will see part of a Tarot reading from the February 10/08  entry involving Veronica.  

This post is a follow up to  the original question, “will Veronica go back to her previous work environment?”.  I can do this today because I have received confirmation as to the unfolding of this reading.  It is now approaching 3 months since this Tarot reading was done.  Today’s analysis of this reading is done in yellow. —————–>

For Julie - simple layout using Lenormand

Coming up next the Lenormand in my Simple Layout

For JULIE

I will interpret this reading using “simple” keywords since I designed it to be a “simple” layout.

It’s good when you have a question you need answered about a specific situation or person.

I’ll do the reading for the purpose of demonstrating this layout and how the cards can be read. II am only offering the “simple” version of it. But knowing me and my love of “reading the cards” I might get carried away.

Julie says “My question was to do with a close relationship, the cards fell as follows”

Past - Cards 1,5,8 describe the recent past-the last few days or the recent circumstance around your question. —————>

Tips on reading cards

First of all you will need to select a deck of cards that you resonate with and want to learn how to read. It can be one of the many Tarot decks, oracle cards or the European sibilla style cards. Take each card and look at it while you are reading the booklet that comes with it or the accompanying book. This usually can’t all be done in one session and actually it is better to divide the time up so that you remember the gist of the card.

The easiest way to remember a few core keywords is to test your memory after each section of study. Even though journals can become bothersome they are a valuable step in the process of learning. After you go through this initial process some of what you have tried to memorize will stay with you but not all of it.

Everyone is anxious to do a layout right away even when they don’t know what the cards mean in any depth. This will require that you keep referring back to the book/booklet or your own personal notes.——>

Coffin #8 Lenormand- Le Petit Jeu

These two cards are a wonderful contrast in artistic perception depicting the Coffin card.  The Le Petit Jeu Lenormand (9 if diamonds) and the Mystical Lenormand (VIII = 8th house). 

 

Delays, hindrances, worries, quarrels, temporary drawback, loss and separation are some of the keywords.

In our story ——>

Ace of Hearts- The Man

The last Ace of the series belonging to the Le Petit Jeu Lenormand.

#28. Ace of Hearts-The Man. This card is the male getting the reading. It will also represent the special man in a woman’s life. Depending on which layout you are using or where the Man (gentleman) falls within the spread, it can portend a future meeting with someone totally new. ————->

Ace of Spades- The Woman

This is the first time I have really studied the imagery in the small Lenormand Astro Mythological deck in quite such depth.  I am enjoying this experience very much and want to share my findings with you.

The next Ace on tonight’s list is the Ace of Spades #29 depicting the female.  ——>

Ace of Diamonds- the Sun

#31 Ace of Diamonds- The Sun.

Our scene shows Mercury picking up a letter from Harpocrates who coincidentally is the transformed Egyptian new born Sun, a child called Horus. Horus’s parents are Isis and Osiris. Now this is where it gets confusing because Horus could also be the man with the falcon’s head whose left eye was injured during his fight with his uncle Seth who murdered Osiris, his father? And this make Horus the brother of Anubis. ———>