Temperance - Major Arcana Series

Hello dear tarot enthusiasts,

today we continue the tarot writing project with the Temperance card of Major Arcana. It is the 14th card in Major Arcana and is ruled by Sagittarius.
The Temperance trump card is like an oasis in a desert of "unhappy" cards. It does not mean it is a happy card, it only means it is not such an "unhappy" card in the row like: Hanged Man, Death, Devil or the Tower.

Please find below the general analysis of this card according to a bunch of well know tarot writers and explained by me:

Temperance

Overview:

Ok, it is a card about the obvious meaning of moderation, blending and reconciliation, finding a middle way, and tempering the extremes, but it can also be a card about “divine guidance”/ communication with your guardian angel and transformation through “patience, compassion and forgiveness”. In a relationship it means your partner is of a different race or culture, or it can indicate a mixed/ inter-racial marriage.

Challenges:

In a challenges position the Temperance card suggests “unfortunate combinations” (Waite 1910) , that things are problematic: you do not get the support you need or that there are “clashing interests”( Mathers 1888). You may be involved in fights/ conflicts/ disagreements and are tempted to overreact, become an extremist even or refuse to compromise.

Solution:

If you are looking at Temperance card as a solution, consider blending components that are generally contradictory, learn to adapt to your environment and particular circumstances. There may be several trials/ attempts before you achieve success. In an advice position, this card indicates to remain calm, balance your emotions and accept or search for assistance from a trusted source. The Querent can achieve successful combinations/ partnerships in love or business.

 

 

In the picture above the Temperance card in four decks I always used as illustration material for the Major Arcana Series. If you are new to the blog, just contact me in comments or in Social Media and ask me anything about these decks, and I will be happy to discuss them with you.

Blessed be everyone!