CARD NUMBER 4. – The Creation: the Air (The Ruin).

Upright. – Confusion, concealment.

Reversed. – Hurricane, shipwreck.

“Happiness is living by inner purpose.” – David W. Augsburger

Pursue Your Inner Purpose

Even if you don’t necessarily believe in the concept of fate, there is no denying that each person has a unique motivation that pushes them forward through the trials and tribulations that come with life. We all have core values, aspirations, and theories on the nature of life and its intricacies. We all struggle to find the ultimate purpose for our existence, even if it is a purpose that we have to construct with our own hands.

The Star lights our path along this road of discovery, and leads us towards our ultimate goals. It tells us what we want to achieve, who we want to be, and the lessons that we want to teach those that will come after us. It shows us our position within the grand scheme of things, and appreciates even the smallest part that we play on behalf of the greater good of all people.

Now is the time to walk the path illuminated by The Star, moving forward in pursuit of your ultimate purpose in life. You don’t necessarily need to know what this purpose is right now; instead, have faith that your instincts are leading you in the right direction. This is primarily a journey of self-discovery, and the impact that it has on the world as a whole will come with time. Take this as an opportunity to look deep inside yourself and identify the things that you want to get out of life.

By gaining the things that you desire the most, you will find that you will subsequently be able to manifest fantastic things on behalf of the greater good. Not only will this journey define you and everything you stand for, it will offer insight as to your position in relation to the grand scheme of things.

In order to find true love, it is essential that we learn to follow our hearts. The heart knows far more about romance than the head, and we may oftentimes find that logic and reasoning are the greatest obstacles in our pursuit of romance. Perhaps we have set our standards too high in hope of finding what we believe to be the “perfect partner”. Or maybe we refuse to acknowledge the fact that we have feelings for someone out of fear that they will find a way to turn around and stab us in the back. Doubt and a lack of confidence in our ability to identify potential partners can hold us back from meaningful relationships, and may cause us to lose our chance at some of the best romances of our lives.

Take this as a sign to follow your heart and pursue romance as you see fit, regardless of any external influences that may be holding you back. There is a reason that you feel so strongly, and you will find that following these urges will lead you down a far more fulfilling path than suppressing them. True love may be on the horizon for you, should you choose to pursue it. You may face backlash from those around you, but pay no mind to their voices. The only voice that you should be listening to right now is the one inside of your heart. Allow your passions to burn freely and move forward without hesitation; if it is meant to be, the pieces will then begin to fall into place naturally.

SEVENTEEN. THE STAR

A great, radiant star of eight rays, surrounded by seven lesser stars—also of eight rays. The female figure in the foreground is entirely naked. Her left knee is on the land and her right foot upon the water. She pours Water of Life from two great ewers, irrigating sea and land. Behind her is rising ground and on the right a shrub or tree, whereon a bird alights. The figure expresses eternal youth and beauty. The star is l’étoile flamboyante, which appears in Masonic symbolism, but has been confused therein. That which the figure communicates to the living scene is the substance of the heavens and the elements. It has been said truly that the mottoes of this card are “Waters of Life freely” and “Gifts of the Spirit.”

The summary of several tawdry explanations says that it is a card of hope. On other planes it has been certified as immortality and interior light. For the majority of prepared minds, the figure will appear as the type of Truth unveiled, glorious in undying beauty, pouring on the waters of the soul some part and measure of her priceless possession. But she is in reality the Great Mother in the Kabalistic Sephira Binah, which is supernal Understanding, who communicates to the Sephiroth that are below in the measure that they can receive her influx.

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” Despite the fact that this is one of the most common questions that adults tend to ask young children, very few of us actually know the answer. Finding our dream job can be a lifelong search, especially when we feel as though we won’t be able to financially support ourselves off of our passions.

Striking a balance between material concerns and pursuing our dream career can be incredibly difficult, and many people sacrifice their calling for the sake of economic stability. However, we may simultaneously jeopardize our ability to find true happiness and fulfilment, essentially replacing one type of anxiety with another. In all reality, finding something that you are happy doing is far more important than ensuring that you will be able to sustain a certain lifestyle.

Take this a sign that you should go after your dreams, even if it means putting your current financial situation on the line. Have faith that any concerns you have over finances will eventually work themselves out, regardless of how objectively “successful” you are in your chosen career.

Now is the time for you to prioritize your own satisfaction, as opposed to any concerns that you may have over maintaining any kind of lifestyle. Focus on what makes you happy, and you will find that everything else will begin to fall into place, even if it takes a little bit of time for everything to settle.

Our inner purpose never dies, no matter what we may go through or do in response to the ups and downs of life. However, there are times where it is nearly impossible to hear the voice of our inner self over the ruckus of life. When The Star appears in the reversed position, it may be a sign that you have allowed yourself to become disconnected from your ultimate purpose, leading you to move forward in life with very little purpose.

Now is the time for you to reconnect with what makes you, you. This may mean rediscovering your unique talents, redefining your core values, or even reminding yourself of your place in the grand scheme of things. Allow yourself to bask in the glow of your own special aura; you will find that the next steps you need to take will begin to reveal themselves naturally.

The Star is a card that will bring you hope and positivity. This card is often depicted with a woman either standing or kneeling by a pond. It is a sign that you should act on any inspiration that has come your way and shows you that you are blessed. No doubt – the Star is a beautiful YES card.

• Upright Meaning – Yes or No
• Reversed Meaning – Yes or No
• Upright Meaning for Love – Yes or No
• Reversed Meaning for Love – Yes or No
• Upright Meaning for Advice – Yes or No
• Reversed Meaning for Advice – Yes or No
• Upright Meaning for Career – Yes or No
• Reversed Meaning for Career – Yes or No
• The Answer to ‘Should I Trust Him?’
• The Answer to ‘Is he (she) the one?’