The
Animal Wise Tarot - Magician
Copyright 1999 © Ted Andrews
Published by Dragonhawk Publishing
Jackson, TN 38302-1316
ISBN 1-888767-35-9
From the book by Ted Andrews:
"The fox embodies the magic of the world, revered at some time by every
society in which it was found. It is a keeper of magic, healing, and the
gifts of shapeshifting & invisibility.
The fox is guide & guardian into new magical realms, reflecting new magic
& new realms coming to life for you.
Fox reminds us to develop quiet invisibility so we may see & hear things
we would otherwise miss.
Fox has a keen sense of smell & hearing. Thus the presence of fox within
your life reflects a heightening of all your senses, especially the psychic.
Fox shows us how to use our senses to capture any prize we seek, teaching us
that everything is possible with the right action. Trust what smells right &
what doesn't. If you are not completely sure, do nothing. Remain quiet &
wait; soon you will recognize your opportunity.
Fox shows us how to find & capture blessings. Through the energy of the
fox, we learn that we have the ability to shapeshift our lives along any
line we desire.
Question to Ask: Have we forgotten that there is strength in silence?"
My Interpretation
I really enjoy this deck . . . Andrews sticks to the traditional archetypes,
yet adds an extra layer of meaning by association of these archetypes with
creatures in the wild. . .
Fox is still the Magician, the Magus, he who consciously creates reality
through his will and imagination . . . yet he is more. . . Fox adds innate
self-confidence, intense powers of observation, and the patience & wisdom to
know when to move & when to wait. He is Nature's comsummate magician.
Truisims like "quick/sharp/smart as a fox" also typify the Magician/Fox
in his astrological link to Mercury, planet of thought, mental agility &
quickness.
When one combines desire, intent, & focus all things are possible. Be
your own Magician, be Fox, and create your own reality ;-)
Valerie
ShamnAar@aol.com
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