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«Mistyblue» (Original Message)

Sent: 15/01/2004 10:45 a.m.

This is the 5th card "The Emperor" and this card is number 4 and a Major Arcana.

Please post what you think this card means, please do not use a book to look at, but go by your gut feelings and instincts. If this card came out in a spread for a person what message do you feel lies within. Remember you get out of this what you put into it, it doesnt matter our much or how little you post, the key here is to trust yourself in what you give. Please post you feelings and thoughts and add it to this thread. In a couple of days the meaning of this card will be posted.

Please dont be shy to post, this is meant to be a fun excercise that we can also learn in :)

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«Mistyblue»

Sent: 26/01/2004 10:00 p.m.

THE EMPEROR

FATHERING
STRUCTURE
AUTHORITY
REGULATION

fathering: establishing a family line
setting direction and tone
protecting and defending
guiding growth
bringing security and comfort
offering explanations
emphasizing structure: creating order out of chaos
categorizing
being systematic
providing shape and form
being organized
applying reason
coordinating
sticking to a plan
exercising authority: taking a leadership role
commanding
exerting control
representing the establishment
being in a position of strength
coming in contact with officials
setting direction
regulating: establishing law and order
operating from sound principles
applying rules or guidelines
working within the legal system
setting standards of behavior
following a regimen

The figure of the Emperor says much about the essential qualities of this card. We see a stern, commanding figure seated on a stone-slab throne. His back is straight, and his eyes meet ours directly. He is confident of his complete authority to rule.

The Emperor represents structure, order and regulation - forces to balance the free-flowing, lavish abundance of the Empress. He advocates a four-square world where trains are on time, games are played by rules, and commanding officers are respected. In chaotic situations, the Emperor can indicate the need for organization. Loose ends should be tied up, and wayward elements, harnessed. In situations that are already over-controlled, he suggests the confining effect of those constraints.

The Emperor can represent an encounter with authority or the assumption of power and control. As the regulator, he is often associated with legal matters, disciplinary actions, and officialdom in all its forms. He can also stand for an individual father or archetypal Father in his role as guide, protector and provider.

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IndigoLightworker

Sent: 27/01/2004 6:50 a.m.

The Emperor is a leader. He is a protector but not overly sensitive and emotional. He is his own person, very determined to make his way in the world. He's organized, methodical and practical in his reasoning. He is very strong.

Sometimes this card means that there is someone in my life that is controling and domineering.

Sometimes this card means that I am going to have to assert myself somehow.

Sometimes it means that I'm going to a job interview or I'm going to be dealing with a big company, organization of somehow.

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dmickey9

Sent: 1/03/2004 4:17 p.m.

Really have no idea what to say, but here goes nothing. I would say this person is very egotistical, as suggesed by the 4 rams surrounding his chair. I would also think this person is not afraid of confrontation, butting heads, as rams are known to do.

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_wistfuldreamer

Sent: 2/03/2004 3:09 a.m.

The crown indicates a power given by one greater than man. The white hair is sometimes a sign of wisdom or of the scorcerer.

In the right hand is a modified Ankh, which is a sign of eternal life and wisdom, the right is connected to that which is spiritual or godlike.

In the left hand, which is connected to earthly aspects he holds a ball of light. This is a symbol of power connected to earth ideals.

He also wears a robe and cloak of red. Red is symbolic of power, anger and survival. A reminder that power used wisely is power to, not power over.

He is seated on a throne that appears to be made of stone, another connection to the earth, but also not a very comfortable seat to occupy at times. The throne is adorned with rams. Rams symbolize strenght and power as well. They were used in biblical times as sacrifice and some legends have them sacrificing self for the greater good. These particular rams look to be ruthless at times.

He is wearing armor on his legs. Our legs are our support system, without their strength we would fall. Legs connect us to the earth.

The background of the picture is red and gold, also colors of power, earthly and godly.

The golden figures behind the thrown appear to be mountains, more symbols of strength and power, yet the one on the emperors right takes on an almost goulish form, a reminder that power can haunt one when ego is allowed to be in charge. There seems to be a small bit of water under that mountain. Water has the strength to move mountains. A possible message in this is that emotion can serve to balance strength for the good, or wash it away.

MMMMmm, I guess that's all I see for now

Wistfuldreamer