White King (ormuzd)Concept
The white king as Ormuzd represents the concept of kingship in spiritual and philosophical terms
Kingship
The concept of "KINGSHIP" is symbolized by the "death card" in tarot, reflecting a complex and paradoxical relationship. In tarot symbolism, the death card often represents significant change, transformation, or the end of one phase and the beginning of another. This can be interpreted to suggest that the downfall or cessation of a king's reign is marked by this card, symbolizing not just a literal death but a major transition or restructuring. This symbolizes the ephemeral nature of kingship and the inevitability of change, even in powerful and enduring institutions.
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The "death card" in tarot serves as a symbolic reflection of the death or end of a king's rule, embodying themes of change and transition. This symbolism demonstrates the transient nature of kingship, highlighting that even the most powerful and enduring monarchies are subject to cycles of decline and renewal.
Concordance & Cross-References
Primary Correspondences & Figures
Black King (ahriman)Concept
The black king as Ahriman also represents the concept of kingship, opposing the light of lightness
Tarot→Substance
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
Mediate Correspondences
Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Sun
The Tarot includes The Sun which represents spiritual illumination, truth, and the renewal of life
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Paracelsus
Paracelsus, the renowned Renaissance physician, alchemist, and astrologer, is associated with the Tarot in various legends and historical accounts. According to one narrative, Paracelsus is credited with revealing a significant insight into the Tarot after interpreting hieroglyphs in a dream. This suggests that Paracelsus believed in the symbolic and potentially hidden meanings within the Tarot's intricate designs and symbolism. It is also suggested that Paracelsus may have utilized or had an understanding of the Tarot as part of his broader astrological practices, which were central to his overall approach to medicine and philosophy. Both narratives highlight Paracelsus' deep engagement with esoteric knowledge and his belief in the sympathy of various forms of wisdom, including the astrological and the alchemical, as well as the mystical significance of the Tarot.
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Pantacle
The Pantacle, a ritual symbol, is part of the Tarot, which contains kabalistic alphabets and symbols used in magical practices.
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Alchemy
TAROT and ALCHEMY are interconnected in the works of individuals like Papus, who utilize the Tarot as a tool to apply alchemical principles in his occult teachings. Both the Tarot and Alchemy are recognized as symbols and systems that seek deeper metaphysical and psychological truths. These disciplines are related through their esoteric and symbolic nature, with the Tarot often seen as a symbolic system parallel to Alchemy, both aiming to explore the same profound dimensions of reality. Through the lens of Papus, the Tarot becomes a means to translate and apply the concepts of Alchemy into a more accessible and intuitive framework, emphasizing their shared pursuit of understanding the nature of the universe and the human psyche. Alchemy and Tarot are both practices associated with ancient mysticism and transmutation
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Kabalah
The Tarot serves as a key to the Kabalah, indicating its significant symbolic and mystical importance Kabalistic theosophy is tied to the Tarot as Lévi and others discuss its connection to the Thirty-two Paths of Kabalistic theosophy.
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Astrology
The Tarot was used by Etteilla to apply astrological principles in divination.> Astrology is seen as a parallel system to the Tarot, both dealing with human consciousness and relations to celestial bodies, and thus is related to the Tarot in the context of understanding deeper metaphysical truths.
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Pentagram
Both symbols are used in the same occult practices to achieve different goals, symbolizing the same fundamental principles
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Moon
The Moon card is directly linked to the divine tears of Isis, symbolizing the Moon's nurturing and life-giving qualities in Gebelin's interpretation. The Tarot includes The Moon which symbolizes illusion, the subconscious, and the path of the subconscious mind
I. Kingship & Tarot
The Tarot can symbolize the death and transformation of Kings or royalty)
II. Tarot & Death
The Tarot includes Death symbolizing the transformative cycle of nature from one state to another