Jan 11 22
Ace of Cups
36. Darkening of the light
63. After Completion
All serious, long-term endeavors (life itself being one) are like journeys across wooded valleys; that is, much time is spent in the darkness under a forest canopy — with goals obscured by immediate surroundings. To keep the faith or what have you, it seems best that every step be considered as part of the goal. NO REALLY, a high goal or object is needed to start anything but as soon as possible it should be reoriented from its lofty place to a more humble, constantly nutritive location. Realism is important here; resources must continually be checked, maintained with delight and meted out properly. Fundamentally “achievement” should neither be the end nor the true goal — a modest, poetic, hale and hearty personage, or crew, on a continually fulfilling journey is the goal.
This week we pulled the Ace of Cups. Ace cards in the tarot are the exemplars of a particular suite (whether Cups, Wands, Swords or Pentacles) — that is, they point to the purist version of a suite’s symbolism. Since here we have the Ace of Cups there is an intimation to consider our emotions and intuitions. Something this period is significantly tied to our deep feelings (as opposed to impersonal external facts). Be honest about what is going on in your emotional life.
Our first hexagram this week is #36, Darkening of the Light. “In adversity it furthers one to be persevering.” “In a time of darkness it is essential to be cautious and reserved.” “In social intercourse one should not try to be all–knowing. One should let many things pass, without being duped.” There was one change in our hexagram this week, of which the specific notes are: be cautious about sharing inmost intentions, keep your light strong but private.
Our second hexagram, the one that suggests how best to meet the challenges (or the changes) is #63, After Completion. When a goal has reached its zenith there are only two options: reverting to a lesser degree or maitaining the apogee. “The transition from the old to the new time is already accomplished. In principle, everything stands systematized, and it is only in regard to details that success is still to be achieved. In respect to this, however, we must be careful to maintain the right attitude. Everything proceeds as if of its own accord, and this can all too easily tempt us to relax and let thing take their course without troubling over details. Such indifference is the root of all evil. Symptoms of decay are bound to be the result.” Ultimately: the road to success (of course) needs much precaution but success itself needs the taking of much precaution as well (to remain successful). Prepare for your success!!! (Triumph does not take care of itself.)
This week we pulled the Ace of Cups. Ace cards in the tarot are the exemplars of a particular suite (whether Cups, Wands, Swords or Pentacles) — that is, they point to the purist version of a suite’s symbolism. Since here we have the Ace of Cups there is an intimation to consider our emotions and intuitions. Something this period is significantly tied to our deep feelings (as opposed to impersonal external facts). Be honest about what is going on in your emotional life.
Our first hexagram this week is #36, Darkening of the Light. “In adversity it furthers one to be persevering.” “In a time of darkness it is essential to be cautious and reserved.” “In social intercourse one should not try to be all–knowing. One should let many things pass, without being duped.” There was one change in our hexagram this week, of which the specific notes are: be cautious about sharing inmost intentions, keep your light strong but private.
Our second hexagram, the one that suggests how best to meet the challenges (or the changes) is #63, After Completion. When a goal has reached its zenith there are only two options: reverting to a lesser degree or maitaining the apogee. “The transition from the old to the new time is already accomplished. In principle, everything stands systematized, and it is only in regard to details that success is still to be achieved. In respect to this, however, we must be careful to maintain the right attitude. Everything proceeds as if of its own accord, and this can all too easily tempt us to relax and let thing take their course without troubling over details. Such indifference is the root of all evil. Symptoms of decay are bound to be the result.” Ultimately: the road to success (of course) needs much precaution but success itself needs the taking of much precaution as well (to remain successful). Prepare for your success!!! (Triumph does not take care of itself.)