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Saturday 9 February 2008

Merlin Tarot Card of the Day

Imagery: The Hermit stands on a freestanding craggy rock, with a harsh snowy background. Snow falls from the sky behind him. He holds a staff and in his hand, a rock with a symbol for infinity sign. A light emanates from the egg shaped rock. In the foreground stands a Wren.

According to European folklore, the Wren is the King of the Birds. Long ago the birds held a contest to see who could fly the highest; at first it looked as though the Eagle would win easily, but just as the Eagle began to tire, the Wren, which had hidden under the Eagle's tail feathers, crept out and soared far above

Key phrases:Understanding truth", Inward Comprehension, Light in the Darkness, Withdrawal and introspection.

Intuitive Meaning: Marks a period of achievement and personal triumph. Having made the effort and laboured long and hard ... all the effort and continued experience of 'familiar' hardships has finally been overcome. Reaching the summit of the achievement ... knowledge and understanding will combine to give wisdom. A period of study and introspection is recommended. Further learning to arrive in the future. New prospects ... new career or new residence. The past experiences can then be assimilated into the higher consciousness so the spirit can move on to new experiences. Chance to learn from what has now passed the traveller by. "lesson learnt is a lesson never repeated' .....

Traditional Meaning: Represented by Virgo, the Hermit is a card of introspection, analysis and, well, virginity. This is not a time for socializing; the card indicates, instead, a desire for peace and solitude. Nor is it a time for action, discussion or decisions. It is a time to think, organize, ruminate, take stock. There may be feelings of frustration and discontent during this time of withdrawal. But such times lead to enlightenment, illumination, clarity.

In regards to people, the Hermit represents a wise, inspirational person, friend, teacher, therapist, someone the Querent usually sees alone, someone the rest of the Querent's friends and family may not know about. This a person who can shine a light on things that were previously mysterious and confusing. They will help the Querent find what it is they are seeking.