A journey with the tarot

[Kate]

[Kate]

CARD II.

THE HIGH PRIESTESS

When I lifted the first veil and entered the outer court of the Temple of Initiation, I saw in half darkness the figure of a woman sitting on a high throne between two pillars of the temple, one white, and one black. Mystery emanated from her and was about her. Sacred symbols shone on her green dress; on her head was a golden tiara surmounted by a two-horned moon; on her knees she held two crossed keys and an open book. Between the two pillars behind the woman hung another veil all embroidered with green leaves and fruit of pomegranate.

And a voice said:

"To enter the Temple one must lift the second veil and pass between the two pillars. And to pass thus, one must obtain possession of the keys, read the book and understand the symbols. Are you able to do this?"

"I would like to be able," I said.

Then the woman turned her face to me and looked into my eyes without speaking. And through me passed a thrill, mysterious and penetrating like a golden wave; tones vibrated in my brain, a flame was in my heart, and I understood that she spoke to me, saying without words:

"This is the Hall of Wisdom. No one can reveal it, no one can hide it. Like a flower it must grow and bloom in thy soul. If thou wouldst plant the seed of this flower in thy soul -- learn to discern the real from the false. Listen only to the Voice that is soundless . . . Look only on that which is invisible, and remember that in thee thyself, is the Temple and the gate to it, and the mystery, and the initiation."

[alphafemale]

Hi everyone,
I used to study the tarot. I haven't in a very long time, so long that I can't even remember which deck. Seems to me it was based more on Greek mythology. Once in a while I go on line and get a reading.
Currently I am reading James Van Praagh. So, I am learning alot about the spirit world. I also read a short book (can't remember the exact title) about the trial and crucifiction of Jesus. So much of this is intertwined. I never really realized it.

My step father was a strict Catholic, not that there is anything wrong with that, but he flipped when he found out I was learning the tarot. Needless to say, he had my mother convinced that if I didn't stop, I would go directly to hell (without collecting $200 lol). So, to keep her calm and off my back, I quit.

So, I look forward to relearning. I find it very interesting. Thank you Kate for starting this.

[Kate]

Hi, welcome to the story, join in anytime you like

According to the High Priestess we need to find keys and read a book if we want to enter the temple (the Hall of Wisdom).

I don't know if we can do that but it might be good to gather ideas about what we can learn from The High Priestess before we go any further.

[taz3cat]

I have not touch my tarot deck in a long time. It is about 30 years old (how long I have had it). I will see if I can get two or three to copy and post here. Any favorites?

I am not Wiccian, but I belive in some of their concepts. I truly believe that what you send forth is what you receive back.

[Kate]

Hi Taz, welcome, join the story if you like. We're at The High Priestess.

[Kate]

[taz3cat]

"The knowledge that I seek is within myself awaiting my question"


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[alphafemale]

I may not know what I'm talking about, but didn't we skip card I-The Magician? If I were an expert at navigating on here, I would post it. Sorry.

[taz3cat]

Kate, posted she had a plan so we would not go in order.