Finally, a sunny day. A wonderful opportunity to sit outside and have fun with playing cards. That's exactly what I did during my lunch break today. No questions, no reading. I was just telling little stories with them, because for me it's a good way to connect with the cards and calm my mind.
Then, in one of my stories, I drew two cards.
First the 5♥. Then the 7♠.
Hum... interesting.
The 5♥ is called "Fata Morgana", a card of illusions and deceit, and the 7♠ is the "Sword of Destruction".
At first the meaning of this combination seemed very obvious to me – the "Sword of Destruction" was "destroying" the illusions cast by "Fata Morgana". Duh.
But as I gave it more thought, I began to wonder if the cards were not talking about a destructive illusion instead. Since Hearts + Swords (Water + Earth, respectively) are complementary suits, I suppose these two cards would add to each other's meanings, and not contradict each other. In fact I think Morgana would be positively thrilled to play with the Sword of Destruction!
So, the elemental combination made me rethink my first interpretation.
But if the "Sword of Destruction" will not destroy the illusions cast by "Fata Morgana", who will?
I ask you: which is the most effective way to kill a bit of water? (A bit, because the 5♥ is a low number)
With fire. Right?
And in the playing cards, fire is represented by the Diamond suit.
So, the real "enemy" of the 5♥ is actually the 7♦ - the bold and brave "Sword of Truth".
I love when the cards themselves teach me something new!
Watching them interact on the table is SO fascinating.
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