GREEK ROAD TAROT
Walking in the Athens streets, I found the following 6 cards in the following order:
J♠️ - 8♠️ - 5♣️ - Q♣️ - 6♣️ - K🖤
First, I looked down at my feet and in the road there was the Jack of Spades. (Corresponds to the Knight or Page of Swords in the traditional Tarot). When I spot a playing card while I’m walking, wherever I am, I always take it home and see if it has something to tell me. While I was reading about this card,
the text mentioned another card set for cartomancy called the Lenormand set.
The Lenormand cards bear the name of Marie Anne Lenormand, a French fortune-teller who supposedly advised leaders of the French Revolution. After her death, game-makers released the Grand Jeu (“Big Game”) and Petit Jeu (“Little Game”), both inspired by her divination practices.
I had never heard of these Lenormand cards, but I could see the resemblance with the traditional and much more well-known Tarot cards. ------->
But what caught my eye in this particular circumstance was that there’s a major street near where I stay in Athens called Lenorman. So I thought I should go walking down Lenorman with my eyes open. Sure enough in just 4 blocks there was the Eight of Swords (spades) laying in the road waiting for me.
Ok that’s 2 messages and a direction of change (as in the I Ching — Chinese Classic of Changes). I thought that was enough, and more than enough.
But within a day, there, lying in the road, right in my path, was the Five of Clubs (or Wands). Ok, this is already a bit much, I thought. This was going to require a lot of reading and interpretation…that is, a lot of work.
But when the Universe is speaking to you, well it doesn’t happen that often, and not at such length. So you carefully pick up the card and do your research and copy out the most meaningful parts of it. That’s 3 cards! More than I’d ever found in a short period of time
But then…. Just to be sure it had my full attention, the Universal Dealer, in quick succession deals out, in the road… in MY road, the Queen of Clubs (Wands), the Six of Wands, and to put the seal on it, my card — the King of Hearts.
Honestly, it’s a little annoying. Like the Universe is shouting at me! Hey, you! Like I haven’t been paying attention? Or I’ve been insensitive and/or overconfident and/or lazy? Jeez, Universe, I’m doing the best I can. I think…? Or is there something extra important to extract from all this? You could just tell me… or is that just what You’re trying to do?
(lol… I’m imagining god getting exasperated…. Sheesh!! BUT!! ...my deity has a terrific and divine sense of humor…).
Ok I’ve done my research and copied the most meaningful parts here. Take a look, if this sort of thing interests you.
J♠️ Knight of Swords (Jack of Spades)
In a general context, the Knight of Swords is a change card, it tells you that a big change is coming, one you have been awaiting for quite some time and you better be ready to roll with it when it does. It’s time to jump in and seize the moment! This is a Minor Arcana card of being assertive, direct, honest, quick witted and intellectual. It signifies being dashing, daring, brave, courageous or rebellious. It also represents being talkative, ambitious, forward thinking, focused and single-minded when it appears in your Tarot spread. When this card appears in your Tarot reading, it can indicate that you go against the flow and have great leadership qualities and that you are a perfectionist and a risk taker. If representing a person, the Knight of Swords is an adult (20-35 years of age and usually male) who has a strong personality, is quick-witted, a fast talker, intelligent, daring and rebellious. He may be an air sign such as Aquarius, Gemini or Libra. The knight is assertive and rational but can be impatient and impulsive. He has a very direct manner and this can sometimes make him seems a little insensitive. However, he is also exciting and adventurous which draws people to him. Champions, heroes and warriors charging into battle are signified by this card and as such, it can represent a soldier or someone in the military.
When the Knight of Swords appears in a Tarot reading, it is a sign that you are highly driven, ambitious and action-oriented. You are so highly motivated to succeed that you will stop at nothing to pursue your dreams. The challenges, difficulties and obstacles on the path ahead don't faze you because you know where you want to go. Move forward with sheer strength and determination to make things happen.
The Knight of Swords suggests that you are quick to take action and tend not to plan ahead, instead preferring to dive right in. You thrive on high levels of energy that propel you forward and inspire you to take action to manifest your goals.
The Knight of Swords reminds you to be assertive in getting what you want. He doesn’t hang back and wait for something to happen. He is always making the first move and actively pursuing his goals. You can harness this energy in your life too by being proactive and forward-thinking. See yourself as the creator of your future and be ready to take the necessary steps to make it happen.
The Knight of Swords also represents your need to understand the world from an intellectual point of view. You have well-developed communication skills and can easily form solid arguments and opinions on current affairs and important matters. You love to engage with others who have similar skills so that you can share your ideas and develop new points of view. You may be best suited to discussion groups with like-minded individuals where you can fire each other up and motivate one another.
8♠️ Eight of Swords
The general meaning in the Eight of Swords is that of a feeling of being trapped and victimized. You may feel powerless because, in your mind, you feel that changing the situation might be beyond you. This feeling of helplessness that you have, the feeling that you have no agency in your life, has played a major role in making your situation worse.
On the Eight of Swords is a woman who is tied up and blindfolded. There are eight swords placed strategically around her in a way that restricts her movement as though she is in some kind of trap or jail. However, it seems as though whoever built the trap was a little lazy or hasty, leaving some open space where she could escape. But because of the blindfold preventing the woman from seeing, she has no way of finding her way out of the trap. The barren land around her might signify a lack of creativity of some sort, while the grey sky in the background can signify despair, since there she feels that there is no hope of her breaking free from the kind of situation that she is bound to. If only she could take the blindfold off, she would see that she could simply just walk out of this situation.
Surrendering one’s power to an unknown entity, whether it's fate, or God, the government or something else means that you are giving away your own personal responsibility to affect change. You have willingly relinquished the driver's seat in your own life, and it isn't going well for you. It is advisable for you to avoid making an important decision at this time since your judgment is likely clouded
5♣️ Five of Wands
The Five of Wands depicts five men all holding their own wands and brandishing them up in the air. Like with most fives in the tarot, it is about some kind of disagreement that is facing the querent. This disagreement can either be taken to be as a sign of conflict between the men, or that all of them are simply enjoying the adrenaline rush of this conflict, and that the competition amongst them is of a good natured rivalry, not anger. The relaxed way in which they seem to be holding their wands gives a sense that this argument may be one of show rather than a fierce one.
From the image on the card, the symbolism in the Five of Wands suggests that there is form of conflict in one’s life. In a general context, the Five of Wands represents rows, arguments, conflict, fighting and disagreements. It signifies struggle, opposition, battles, aggression and temper. This Minor Arcana card represents clashing personalities or egos, pent up energy and aggression, irritation and frustration . You can expect a lack of cooperation, lack of control, pettiness, strikes, chaos or unruliness when it appears in your Tarot reading. It can also represent being rough, defensive or territorial and can signify competition and sports.
Q♣️ Queen of Wands
The image depicted in the Queen of Wands shows a queen sitting proudly on a throne while facing forwards which is a clear symbol of strength and fire. She is holding a sunflower in her left hand, and the image of the sunflowers are also carved on the throne - meaning happiness, satisfaction, and fertility. In her right hand, she is holding her wand which is starting to blossom, and symbolizes life. In her positive aspects, the Queen of Wands can be associated with fidelity, sustenance, and warmth. Her hidden side is hinted at with the placement of the black cat at her feet, which is traditionally a symbol of witchcraft and occultism, but can also point at her ability to grasp with her deep intuition.
In terms of work, the Queen of wands signifies that you are planning to accomplish a significant amount of achievement in just a small amount of time. In the event that you are looking for a job, the appearance of this card may mean that a woman will play a major role in your career move. Generally speaking, in terms of your career, things are looking pretty good. The Queen of Wands in questions of love also sends a positive energy. For people who are searching for love, there is a possibility that you will find it. The Queen of Wands is the epitome of fiery and vibrant energy. She exudes confidence, charisma, and a magnetic presence that draws others to her like moths to a flame. With her radiant spirit and enthusiastic nature, she is the life of the party and the center of attention wherever she goes. Her playful and adventurous personality make her the ultimate fun companion, always up for spontaneous adventures and exciting escapades.
6♣️ Six of Wands
This particular card is all about public recognition, victory, and success. Not only have you managed to properly succeed in achieving all of your goals, but you are also being publicly acknowledged for them and the results that you’ve managed to attain. You may have received an award or some sort of public acclaim.
The card is indicative that you have managed to harness the strengths and talents that you have within you in an attempt to bring a particularly successful outcome in your life. You have managed to properly get through the confusion which is brought by the card before this one – the Five of Wands, and managed to properly minimize distractions, thus successfully focusing on your goals and achieving them.
Your past efforts are about to pay dividends if you find the Six of Wands in your spread. Whether in the form of recognition for your past work or material reward, some level of success is in your future. If you are waiting for some particular news, this card is most likely a portent of good news. However, it is also gentle reminder that magnanimity and grace should accompany your success. To avoid losing friends and inviting retributions, do not let the good fortune go to your head.
K🖤King of Hearts 💕
This has become my card. It has come to feel right, and it often turns up now that I'm in the last quarter of life.
My card used to be the 8 of cups, which depicts a traveler turning his back on eight perfectly good cups, and searching? or wandering? behind some mountains off in the distance, overlooked by a melancholy sun. Now I feel that as I've been behind the mountain, I can now rest and speak with some authority, hence the King of Hearts (cups)
In a general reading, for others, the King of Hearts is a high-energy card and almost always signifies some form of change on the horizon. It can be a sign that you are about to receive something. It may refer to an experience or event, such as going on vacation; it could also represent the beginning of some new ..relationship in your life like meeting someone at work. This card may indicate that someone or something is coming into your life.
The king of hearts in cartomancy is the messenger of our future and is telling you that a new chapter in your life has just begun. The die has already been cast and you’re about to reap the rewards for your hard work leading to this point.
The king of hearts is often seen as a messenger, but what does it have to tell you? The king of hearts has many meanings in cartomancy. It is the card that tells you about your future and how it will unfold. This playing card also contains an important message for you – one that can help guide you through life and avoid pitfalls along the way.
The King of Hearts is a high-energy card. It signifies honesty, nobility and truth. It is a card of harmony and balance, which means that all parts are in sync. This may not be so much about what you want as it is about your goals – working to achieve them will bring this energy into your life.
The king of hearts can also show honesty or sincerity; a sense of justice and fairness for oneself. This card can provide an insight into different aspects of your life and what your future may look like. For example, it could signify a time in which you will be able to make major changes or achieve great things with the help of others.
The king can also denote that someone is coming into your life who has these qualities and they are bringing this energy with them. When we embody the energy of the King of Hearts, we are encouraged to approach others with empathy and kindness. Just like the king cares for his subjects, we are reminded to show love and compassion towards our loved ones and even strangers we encounter in our daily lives. By fostering a heart-centered approach, we can create deeper connections and foster a sense of unity in our relationships.