Mystical Lenormand in block of 9

The block of 9 is an easy Layout to learn if you remember the following basics:

• column 1- passing influence
• column 2 (center)- current situation
• column 3 – near future depending what time frame you assign

The cards are read by rows as well and 2 diagonal lines which form an ‘x’ from the Lady or Gentleman card in the center of Column 2 and Row 2.  

You don’t have to use a significator if you’d rather just deal out 9 cards in the block.  Each card is woven to the one preceding and following it when the trios are read.

The card which falls in the spot which would have been the Lady of Gentleman will be of great significance and the reading will revolve around it to some degree.

In the image below I used LADY to represent a female who is confused about her life direction and is in desperate need of some practical goals to work towards.

 

Block of 9 Layout

 

 

Interpreting the Mystical Lenormand trio reading

I received a message from a client who was recently shocked by some news she received from her employer.  Without telling me much details about what was going on she asked me do a short reading to see what the cards revealed.  I decided to use the Mystical Lenormand to answer her question.  I chose the  3 cards below.  Her question was whether this work change would benefit her.

Card 1- the recent past. #7  The Snake.

Queen of Clubs

I really like the art on this card.  The snake comes across as being regal.  Notice the golden egg.  Something will be hatched soon.  The news my client received is contained within this egg.  The protective energy of the snake can be misinterpreted as deceptive.  It is shielding or hiding the golden egg. In the background we can see the sun and moon indicating Karmic balance. In the upper right hand corner is the glyph for Scorpio- the stinging news.

Card 2 – current situation.  #11 The Whip.

Jack of Clubs

The man in the image has a big club and a whip.  The client’s experience is like getting an emotional beating from the news she just received.  You will notice several religious symbols in the background suggesting faith is under scrutiny.  I think this card is portrayed in a rather spooky manner with the bat flying by.  There are many wonderful symbols you can study in this card.  It is a very emotional depiction.  Probably the client feels like someone just dropped a bomb on her.  The Whip card is all about being forced or coerced into a situation.  It suggests being ticked off and ready to fight or argue.

Card 3 – the probable outcome.  #14 The Fox

FOX

A wonderful image of a fox.  Look at him taking a drink of water.  He looks after himself even though he has a bad reputation. The reflection of the fox in the pond suggests emotional duality.  A type of deception.  It looks like the snow is melting in the background which points to more information coming to the client.  How will the client benefit from this news with the Fox being the outcome card?  I feel that the fox is preparing for an attack and that is why he needs to replenish himself with the water.  This card is a warning for the client.  She is dealing with an unscrupulous situation or person.  The client could empower herself by using the Fox energy to fight against the news.

Often the Fox card is read to represent work not necessarily the job per se.  It means to work at something or to work something out.  As a solution card, I think the client will need to makes changes. She should  explore the opportunities which lay beyond the trees.  The mountains suggest there is hope beyond this current situation.  

The Fox does not kill for fun – it kills out of need. This card means that even if she finds herself in the midst of someone else’s underhanded activities it is part of working for a corporation. When I say underhanded I mean usually changes come without warning or preparation.  And yes it sure feels underhanded when it happens.

Mystical Lenormand – Garden #20 +combinations

 

Mystical Lenormand -20 Garden 

( some decks 8 spades)

The GARDEN card represents a successful outcome to any question.  Within this card you will find a protective influence.  Many readers of the Lenormand associate the GARDEN with meetings, gatherings and celebrations.

GARDEN offers an openness to any situation.  It can signify a public place which could be in an artistic venue.  Usually there are no real surprises connected to this card unless there are cards of surprise nearby like the SCYTHE, BOOK or WHIP.  

This card works best in combination.  Although it’s core meaning is more pleasant than disruptive other stronger cards will give you additional information over and above the initial meanings.   Creativity is one of the attributes of the GARDEN card and can hint at projects which involve an artistic flavor.  There are many possibilities.  Someone could be in the ’spotlight’.  A circle of friends and acquaintances  is strongly indicated as well.

Listed below are some combination to consider.  

+FOX= a rise in your career status, promotion, getting that pat on your back you deserve, a conference/workshop.

+ANCHOR= rejection of promotion, denial of job re-evaluation, someone else gets the credit you deserve, mandatory attendance at a job related meeting, security is promised with little change.

+BOOK= traditional combo meaning is success in publications, receiving appreciation for your writing input, an award, winning a contest.

+COFFIN= best to keep your intentions to yourself, resist getting involved in a public function, visiting someone in a cemetery (funeral), your ideas for expansion are turned down

+SCYTHE= last minute cancellation of a party type situation, going to an event under pressure or force, slander and gossip.

+SUN=  social empowerment, travel connected to promotion of new business, you win the prize.

+LETTER= an apology letter, your efforts have been documented, your job evaluation leads to financial improvement.

+TREE= excellent family support and relationships, possibly a hospital, improvement in health

+MOUNTAIN= don’t even think about it- you are not invited nor welcome, going for the sake of putting in an appearance will be to your detriment-stay away.

The cards that could follow these duo combinations may alter some of the meanings and I think when you are learning combination it is best to use less than 15-20 cards in a layout.   Try the Simple Elements Layout.

Block of 9 – 3 examples using Lenormand style cards

3 Examples of reading Lenormand cards

In the block of nine layout. (excerpts from real-life readings in a full board layout using 36 cards)

1 4 7

2 5 8

3 6 9

Example #1

Wahrsagekarten No 194115

1child, 2bouquet, 3ship

The cards suggest that you are in the process of adopting a new outlook on some situation that surrounds you. This is a necessity because remaining optimistic is important. A token of appreciation comes your way from a light haired male who is at a distance.

4birds, 5coffin, 6lily

Commerce or business does have some disturbances but will clear up. You will get some news which puts your mind at ease. At least now you know where you stand on a sensitive issue. There will be lengthy discussion with someone who is attracted to you

7dog, 8ship, 9key

Another male is prominent in your communications as well. He has always been loyal to you and you can count on his know-how to develop or solve a business idea that would require frequent short trips. This looks promising and the solutions would restore a more harmonious flow.

Example #2

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.——>