Card 18

The Moon

Brief Description

The Moon tarot card represents mystery, magic, and some chaos. It signifies dual aspects within us – the wild and the tame, mirroring the changing faces of the moon itself. This card suggests hidden forces at work, unpredictable and enigmatic aspects of life. It invites introspection on the duality within and encourages listening to intuition or dreams for guidance.

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MYSTERY, MAGIC AND A BIT OF CHAOS

Come on, howl at the moon. You know you want to. A giant full moon fills the sky with the silhouette of a witch in a black hat crossing the moon's disk on a broom. On the ground by a pond stands a black cat, intently gazing at its reflection. A black panther looks back from the water, its jaws open, showing fangs. A path leads away from the pond and disappears into the distance. The card creates a mysterious impression, containing both the wild and the tame, as in our souls and the moon itself. Long seen as a symbol of the goddess and embodiment of feminine power, the moon also signifies changes, both predictable and not, as its appearance constantly shifts from a barely visible silver crescent to a circle and back, to its complete disappearance from the sky.

Interpretation

In a reading, The Moon may indicate secret forces acting subtly, mysterious and unpredictable. It also can point to a person fluctuating between two aspects of essence: the tame and the wild, pragmatic and creative. Can you accept both, or will you have to make a choice? Think about it: The Moon often denotes a time of wavering or feeling uncertain. Have you ever felt torn apart by two paths? Perhaps it's time to decide which aspect of yourself to present to the world. If nightmares have been your companions, your subconscious might be trying to tell you something, so be sure to pay attention to your dreams.

Advice

The Moon foretells a time of flow and change, not bad nor good—the card simply warns to look closely into the water reflection. What secrets will be revealed if you dare to look the Moon in the face?

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