Oracle of the Radiant Sun: Astrology Cards to Illuminate Your Life

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Another Venus. It’s important to know the difference between lust and love. Love means you do whatever you can FOR the person; lust means you do whatever you can to GET the person. This applies more to a tv show I’m watching than to my life, I think. Maybe it means I should apply what I’m learning from the show to my own life?

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But I’ll give it a try. The bird’s cage is open but it doesn’t know it or is afraid to go out. It feels safer in a cage than having to fend for itself in the wild. Sometimes even if you know you’re trapped, you don’t fight it. The human mind is astounding in its ability to make brilliant leaps of imagination and achieve accurate observationsThe cards themselves are small. They only measure 6.5 x 10 cm which to my mind is slightly smaller than playing card size. That being said, with 84 cards to shuffle, if they were any bigger they have become hard to handle. At this size I find them easy to manage. This oracle system boasts seven distinct suits, each representing a crucial planet as it navigates through the astrological zodiac. By exploring the significance of the planets in the twelve astrological houses and zodiac signs, you will gain an in-depth understanding of their meanings and how they apply to your life. Mars in Cancer: Quarrel. Two mounted figures squabble over a gold ring symbolizing betrothal. This image concerns families united or divided over relationships or inheritances. The classical busts glare at each other, reminders that this has happened before." The Elemental Tarot is so named for its use of the four elements, earth, air, fire, water, and then the fifth, holistic Universe element represented by the Major Arcana. For the Minor Arcana, the element earth refers to pentacles, air to swords, fire to wands, and water to cups. The symbols for the elements are at the very bottom of every card. The holistic Element for the Major Arcana is represented by an oval, Water by a half moon turned on its side to take the form of a cup or bowl, Earth by a square, Air by a circle and Fire by a triangle. The cards are also color coded according to each element. Mercury in Libra: Influence. The coiled serpent's tongue is the astrological sigil for the planet Mercury. It represents smooth talk, guile, persuasion and temptation. In the first relationship, Adam and Eve walk in the garden, unaware of danger. Beneath the roses, thorns."

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So what happened? I sat down at my desk today and started doing the spreads included in the book. As is often the case, cards look different laid out in spreads. Or maybe it’s just that I look at them differently. In any case, seeing them in spreads and reading the explanation for the artistic choices made on each card changed everything. Suddenly, the artwork that I thought was “meh” came to life and I managed to get my head around what I was looking at. All of a sudden I thought they were brilliant. Better still, the book gives examples of how to integrate all the information both as far as ‘Reading the Associations’ goes and later when explaining the spreads. In other words they don’t just throw information at you. They demonstrate how to integrate the information in a practical sense. This book is definitely beginner-friendly. From guide: “This Sun oracle is a distinct system based upon eighty-four detailed cards defining the significance of the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter as well as Saturn in the twelve Houses as well as twelve indicators of astrology, and also lays out a clear as well as basic methods of bearing in mind and also establishing the analysis. As in Horary astrology, the Sun oracle does not make use of the external earths Uranus, Neptune as well as Pluto.” THE ORACLE OF THE RADIANT SUN TAROT DETAILS Sometimes my feelings overcome my common sense. As we learned in Mary Greer’s intuition class, you have to trust your intuition, BUT not everything that pops into your head is trustworthy.

From the book: "This Sun oracle is a unique system based on eighty-four illustrated cards describing the meaning of the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn in the twelve Houses and twelve signs of astrology, and sets out a clear and simple means of remembering and developing the interpretation. As in Horary astrology, the Sun oracle does not use the outer planets Uranus, Neptune and Pluto." I need to make sure I know the difference between what’s good and bad for me, as in the Exaltation card. Well, I’m not excited that I’ll need physical endurance, but I’m glad I’ll have it. Maybe it means better general health as a get older. That’s a kind of endurance!

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In general, the artwork of these cards is very abstract, but also in some cases very graphic, especially the Lovers (or Choice, as Ms. Smith names it). I would therefore not recommend it for very young Tarot users or for the “sensitive” viewer who is easily upset by graphic nudity. Nevertheless, the cards are beautifully illustrated: devotees of abstract art are most likely to find the images appealing. The cards have keywords. And each planet suit has its own card layout. For example, the Mars cards are divided into 3 rectangles, the bottom half and the top half divided in 2; Mercury cards are divided into 2 diagonally. It makes the artwork more interesting, and the same planet cards stand out in a spread.Week 1: Inspiration. Mercury in Pisces. This card reveals female L already knows many of the answers which appear this month. She may be refusing to face up to it. This is a card of excuses. Well, it all seems to make sense. It’s helpful to use the keyword, but if it doesn’t fit, I can go to the planets and signs themselves! However, don’t worry if that’s not your thing. As the creators point out, you can still gain a lot just by integrating the keywords associated with each planet, house and sign. Whatever your personal approach, if astrology interests you then the Oracle of the Radiant Sun is well worth a look.

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The Elemental Tarot was the first major offering from the husband and wife team, John Astrop and Caroline Smith. It was published originally in 1988 by Doubleday and became out of print around 1990. There was a second print done by Connection Books around the mid-nineties, and although essentially the same there were some differences in how the cards were presented, and I feel, quality on the artwork. Today is the first day I’m leading a small group of staff as a support for new employees as we work from home. It’s only 5 people, and we’re just supposed to have a zoom chat. But it’s kind of the first thing I’ve ever led at work. So it’s broadening my horizons and I’m just going for it without much preparation. Sounds like Aries! As an astrologer, I was dubious about what the cards could do when I first got them. I have come to love their imagery and the many ways to work with them. The sample year readings provided are great and useful for working with clients as a complement to progression, transits and solar return readings. I have also used them working with a client to pin down an ascendant or moon placement when they aren’t sure of their birthtime. I cannot recommend these cards highly enough for Tarot readers, practiced or astrologers-in-training, those curious about planetary and house meanings or simply lovers of beautiful objects! Moon in Pisces: Empathy. Above, in a charming country scene with a winding river, a child pets a large dog, the two enjoying just being together. Below, a golden-bird ornament symbolizes the spirit image linked to the material - gold. The ear represents an openness to calls for help."But I’m thinking I shouldn’t use oracles two weeks in a row! I’m starting to have tarot withdrawal!