The Six of Wands illustrates the repose after a battle. It is a card of celebration and success. When a Six of Wands appears in your deck, recognize the important milestones in your life and be grateful for those who helped you along the way.
The Six of Wands depicts a large man calmly riding a horse. The horseman is in a repose position. He is calculated and in control of the situation. This change in dynamic is represented by the grey horse. The greyness of the horse symbolizes the balance between extremes. As the rider commands this balance, conflict is adverted. Behind the horse, there are many men marching along. Again, in contrast to the previous card, these men symbolize cooperation. They put away their ego and follow the leader into battle. There are two crowns made off of leaves depicted in the card. One is worn by the horseman while the other is hung on top of one of the wands. The one worn by the horseman is a crown of victory. It represents celebration after a battle. The other one hung on the wand is a crown of grief. It represents the loss after a battle. True leadership requires both crowns.
Upright meaning
This card often represents victory, recognition, and success. It suggests that you have achieved a significant goal or milestone, and that you’re receiving recognition and praise for your efforts. The card encourages you to enjoy your success, but also to stay humble and grateful.
Reverse meaning
This card can indicate self-doubt, lack of recognition, or fear of failure. You may be feeling like your efforts are going unnoticed or unappreciated, or that you’re not living up to your own expectations. The card suggests that you may need to work on building your confidence and taking pride in your accomplishments, even if others don’t see them.
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Like all of the Fives in the Minor Arcana, The Five of Wands is about conflict. In the card, five men attack each other with the five wands. The card reminds us of the pitfalls of conflict but also suggests that this conflict could be transformed into community.
Five figures appear to be in conflict with each other in the card. They look like young men. This could illustrate recklessness in combat but also the passion of youth. While they are all attacking each other, no one is giving any lethal blows. This suggests that the conflict is more of a friendly competition like in Silambam (A Tamil sport of martial art involving the skilled handling of bamboo staves) than a battle. This is the first time that the wands are actually used by the figures in the card. The fact that they are being used as weapons signifies that while they can be used for good, they can also be used for evil. You must be careful as to how you wield the wands or use your resources to complete a task. The green field signifies life and vibrancy.
Upright meaning
This card often represents competition, conflict, and struggle. It suggests that you may be facing opposition or resistance from others, and that you need to be prepared to fight for what you want. The card encourages you to stay focused and determined, and to use your skills and strengths to overcome any obstacles.
Reverse meaning
This card can indicate resolution, compromise, or agreement. You may be able to find a way to resolve conflicts or disagreements with others, or to reach a compromise that benefits everyone involved. The card suggests that you may need to be open to different perspectives and willing to find common ground in order to move forward.
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The Four of Wands symbolises a much-needed rest. It is a card of sanctuary, of community, and of home. The Four of Wands celebrates all of the achievements you’ve made on your journey thus far and encourages you to keep going after a time of repose.
In this card, the wands arrange themselves into a usable structure rather than just being upright. The four wands form a wedding threshold. This illustrates celebration and symbolizes the home. The number four has also been traditionally associated with security, adding to the theme of safe asylum. The garland surrounding the four wands is more than just decoration. It is a symbol of fertility and growth. The garland furthers the theme of celebration in the card. Amid the Garland there grows various fruits. The fruit symbolism and themes of fertility. In the middle of the four wands, there are two figures. There can be different meanings. Maybe they are a Tamil couple about to get married as there is a yagna-kunda in front. Or maybe they are simply organising a yagna for welfare of humankind, illustrating the importance of communal welfare. In the background, there rises a massive castle. This castle represents the home and protection.
Upright meaning
This card often represents celebration, harmony, and stability. It suggests that you have achieved a level of success or completion, and that it’s time to celebrate your achievements. The card encourages you to enjoy the moment and to share your happiness with others.
Reverse meaning
This card can indicate instability, tension, or conflict. You may feel like you’re not on solid ground, or that things are not as stable as they seem. The card suggests that you may need to address any underlying issues or conflicts in order to restore harmony and stability.
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The Three of Wands represents the threshold of adventure. The figure in the card is prepared and enthusiastic, all he needs to do is take the first step.
In the Three of wands, the figure is looking out towards the Indian Ocean with his back facing the reader. This could be interpreted as an enthusiastic drive to face the unknown or it could be interpreted as a rejection to oneself. There are two shores on either side of the sea (Bharat and Srilanka)). The figure is on one of them. This shore represents the present and known space of the figure. The far shore represents the future and unknown space of adventure. Instead of a traditional blue, the sea in-between the shores are a golden yellow. This could symbolize a rising sun at dawn, adding to the theme of beginning. It could also illustrate the golden value of the journey itself. In any case, the colour creates a paradox. In making the sea yellow, the water looks like sand, turning the sea into a desert. Upon the sea are three ships. It is unclear their relation to the figure. They might have left him behind. They might be coming for him. They might even be unaware of his existence. In any case, their presence reveals that the journeyman is not alone. Many people seek enlightenment. He could use their journeys to further his own. The character wears a headband, The headband is like a material halo. It equips the figure with spiritual guidance as he begins his journey.
Upright meaning
This card often signifies expansion, growth, and progress. It suggests that the seeds of your efforts are starting to bear fruit, and that you’re on the right track. The card encourages you to keep moving forward and to continue to explore new opportunities.
Reverse meaning
This card can indicate delays, setbacks, or obstacles. You may feel stuck or held back, and you may need to adjust your plans or expectations. The card suggests that you may need to be patient and persistent in order to overcome any challenges.
Two of Wands is a card of decision. A figure stands on top of grey battlements (Chaukathh) and looks out towards the vast Indian Ocean. Though the world is in his hands, he is hesitant to decide his journey. The Two of Wands reminds us to seize the day and to not fall prey to indecision. The two wands represent the dual nature of life and the contradictions one faces. The theme of two often illustrates many different kinds of contradictions: subjectivity/objectivity, subconscious/conscious, etc. This sense of hesitancy is further illustrated with the globe in the figures right hand. The figure has all of the potential in the world, he just needs a push to get started on his journey. His red robe represents passion and willpower. In bottom corner, the lotus flower symbolises purity and the rose represents passion- Together they form a union of opposites and encourage the figure to wield both wands at once. The water on the horizon represents the call for adventure.
Upright meaning
In tarot, the Two of Wands is often associated with planning, decision-making, and taking action. When the card is upright, it generally signifies positive traits such as planning, decision-making, and the start of a new project or venture. The upright Two of Wands may represent a person who is taking action and making decisions in order to achieve their goals, or it can indicate a need to take a calculated risk in order to move forward.
Reverse meaning
On the other hand, when the Two of Wands card is reversed, it may indicate negative traits such as indecisiveness, lack of planning, or a fear of taking action. The reversed Two of Wands may represent a person who is struggling to make decisions or take action, or who is feeling stuck or uncertain about their direction. It could also suggest a need to take a step back and reassess one’s goals and plans in order to move forward with clarity and confidence.
The Ace of Wands unofficially begins the Minor Arcana. It is a card of pure creative potential. Coming out of a cloud of smoke, the wand is a gift to you. Wield it in order to manifest your will into the world. The wand here symbolises growth and life-force. the grey sky and hand symbolize neutrality and unbiasedness. The hand does not discriminate. The eighteen leaves symbolise growth. The castle represents willpower.
Upright meaning
In tarot, the Ace of Wands is often associated with new beginnings, creativity, and inspiration. When the card is upright, it generally signifies positive traits such as new opportunities, creativity, and inspiration. The upright Ace of Wands may represent a person who is filled with creative energy and ready to start something new, or it can indicate a need to take action and seize opportunities.
Reverse meaning
On the other hand, when the Ace of Wands card is reversed, it may indicate negative traits such as a lack of direction, blocked creativity, or missed opportunities. The reversed Ace of Wands may represent a person who is feeling stuck or uninspired, or who is missing out on opportunities due to fear or hesitation. It could also suggest a need to tap into one’s creativity and take action in order to move forward.
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Mahamaya is the Adyashakti herself. Parvati, Lakshmi, Saraswati and other devis are manifestations of goddess Mahamaya. As per Devi Puran, Mahamaya is the mother of all including the Trinity and she possesses the Brahm-bidya (supreme knowledge). She can be attained through knowledge and vedic hymns. Shree Mahamaya possesses certain characteristics- she is intellect (Buddhi), she is wealth (Lakshmi). She is forgiveness (Khsama) and peace (Shanti). She is respect (Shraddhaa), resilience (Dhriti) and memory (Smriti).
Mahamaya is Devi Gayatri, whose 5 faces indicate 5 elements- Kshiti (earth), Apa (water), Tej (fire), Marut (air) and Vyom (sky/ether), who created the holiest chant of Gayatri Mantra. Mahamaya is the controller of Krishna in form of Radha. She is Maheshwari in Kailash. She was manifested as Durga to demolish the asuras and she is beyond everything. Again, Durga, as Chandi, invoked Mahamaya in form of Chamunda to kill Shumbha, Nishumbha and Raktabeej. Mahamaya is the strength (Shakti) of all and she is the 64 Yoginis. She is without any beginning and any end. Mahamaya is the cause of everything including the creation of the cosmos. Now, one thing you have to understand is that here I am taking reference from the Debi Puran. There are other Purans, most of which consider Vishnu or Krishna as the supreme lord. Some consider Shiva as the supreme lord. Others glorify other deities like Murugan/Kartik or Ganesh or Durga. Sanatan has different school of philosophy like Baishnab, Shaiba, Shakta, Dakshinachari, Bamachari, Kolachari etc. I, being from Bengal, relate more with the Shakta philosophies. Bengalis worship devis more than devatas. This is one reason; I am mentioning Mahamaya as the supreme God in this book’s chapter.
Mahamaya is creating, preserving and dissolving this world by Time, Karma, and Nature and other efficient causes. She is the reason behind the incarnations of Vishnu on earth. She upholds the earth as Jagaddhatri. 12 months of a year is dedicated to 12 forms of the Devi Ma- Mangala, Baishnabi, Maya, Kaalratri, Duratyaya, Mahamaya, Matangi, Kali, Kamalabasini, Shivaa, Sahasracharana, Sarba-Mangalrupni. She is the one who offered knowledge (Akshar-brahm) to sage Yagnabalkya rishi as Maha Saraswati. She gave Krishna the power to portray Bishwarup to Arjun and the knowledge of Geeta. Maha Lakshmi is the Satwik form of Mahamaya, Maha Saraswati is the Rajasik form and Maha Kali is the Tamasik form. Mahamaya is Ishwari and Mul-Prakriti, who remains with Shaktimaan Purush. When Adya-Shakti is inert, she is Yogmaya, when she is active, she is Mahamaya. Everything that happens or does not happen, is due to her leela/maya/illusion.
On the last day of Navaratri, we worship goddess Siddhidatri or Chamunda. Siddhidatri is Mahamaya herself, who is giver of boons. Mahamaya resides in our Muladhar chakra as Yogmaya and controls our karma. Unless and until our chakras get clean, the Kundalini Shakti does not awaken and meet with the Shaktiman in Sahasrar chakra.
I am not eligible enough to talk more about Shree Devi Mahamaya. Even sadhaks could hardly know about the nature of Sri Sri Mahamaya. I have kept her as ‘The world’ because she fulfils our wishes and she is the epitome of completion. She is the reason why there is harmony in the world and our individual life.
Upright meaning
In tarot, the World card is often associated with completion, wholeness, and fulfilment. When the card is upright, it generally signifies positive traits such as completion, wholeness, and a sense of fulfilment. The upright World may represent a person who has achieved a major accomplishment or milestone, or it can indicate a need to embrace a sense of wholeness and completion in one’s life.
Reverse meaning
On the other hand, when the World card is reversed, it may indicate negative traits such as a lack of completion, stagnation, or an inability to move forward. The reversed World may represent a person who is feeling stuck or unable to make progress, or who is struggling to achieve a sense of fulfilment in their life. It could also suggest a need to let go of old patterns or beliefs in order to embrace new opportunities and experiences.
Source:
Lectures of Sadhak Sri Shyamakhyapa
Lectures of Astrologer Sri Mani Bhaskar
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Saraswati is the goddess of knowledge as per Sanatan. I have mentioned earlier that she was created by Brahma and later became his consort because no one matched her level of knowledge and ability. Saraswati is also called Baagdebi as she is the goddess of speech. Brahma created her to spread the knowledge of Vedas as Shruti. Baag/Vak is meaningful composition of sounds in rhythmic manner. Saraswati is also the goddess of culture, eg. Music, that’s why she holds a Beena and is called Beenapani.
Our Baak-shakti resides inert as Para-shakti in our Muladhar chakra. This shakti is vibration and remains all over the universe. When we intend to speak, that shakti turns into Ichha-shakti and comes towards Swadhisthan chakra, then Manipur chakra. The baak-shakti is still inert and mixes with out Chitta (Mann/Mind) in our Anahata Chakra. Ultimately it mixes up with knowledge while passing thorough the Vishuddha chakra and comes out of our vocal cord as active sound or vibration or Turiya-bayu. Thus, our thoughts also have certain vibration, which is why while manifesting, it is recommended to think and do together with consciousness. This movement of energy (Sri verb root = movement) is symbol of Saraswati as Baagdevi. This is why, Saraswati does not need any temple separately, our tongues are her temples. Now, from another viewpoint, Saraswati is also responsible for all the cuss-words and quarrels.
A lesser-known fact is that, Saraswati used to be the goddess of river as well in Vedic period. This has to do with geography- the Sindhu civilisation (Indus valley civilisation) was developed around the sapta-Sindhu rivers- Saraswati, Sindhu, Shatadru (Satluj), Bitasta (Jheelum), Bipasha (Beas), Askini (Chenab) and Parushni (Ravi). Saraswati river, as mentioned in the Rig Ved, used to be a great river with vast river beds. This was at least 8000 years ago. Along with time, the river started to narrow down and today there is no river flowing in that place but in map, one can clearly see the riverbed. The river dried up in Dwapar yug, about 6000 years ago.
The origin of the name Saraswati is from ‘Sru’ dhatu (verb root), It means flowing. Saraswati river has been mentioned as mother of all river in the Rig Ved. People used to worship the river naturally like all other elements because it helped in farming and civilisation. Gradually, Saraswati has become the goddess of knowledge because she is believed to flow through the universe and bring wisdom and enlightenment to those who drink from it. Basanta Panchami is the day when Saraswati was created by Brahma and she created sound vibrations with her Veena.
Ma Saraswati is depicted to ride a white swan. A swan or duck has a unique ability to separate milk and water (when these are in mixed form). It is a symbol for discriminating knowledge and ignorance. Another popular element for many Sanatani deities is lotus. Ma Saraswati is shown to be seated on a white lotus; Brahma is shown to be seated on a lotus. Ma Lakshmi and Ganesh have Lotus in their hands, and it is also a ritual to offer lotus flowers during Durga worship. This is because lotus is a symbol of purity, it grows in muddy place but is never strained.
Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati are considered to be the female trimurti as per Sanatan. However, there is a funny difference between Saraswati and the other two. As per our Puranic history, we have seen many demons desire for Durga. Ans also, most humans desire for Lakshmi. On the other hand, very few desire for Saraswati. I have mentioned earlier that only Brahma had the eligibility to marry Saraswati. The analogy is this- humans desire for power (Durga) and wealth (Lakshmi), they hardly seek knowledge (Saraswati) for the sake of learning.
I have kept Ma Saraswati as ‘The Judgement’ because in order to judge properly, one needs knowledge. Our subconscious is stronger than our conscious mind, hence, we need to look inside and self-reflect to awaken our inner-knowledge. If we can do this, we can be free from ignorance and be reborn. While the real war in humanity is between knowledge and ignorance/ego, Saraswati can help us to attain absolution from the punishment of ignorance and bless with true knowledge.
Upright meaning
In tarot, the Judgement card is often associated with rebirth, renewal, and judgement. When the card is upright, it generally signifies positive traits such as rebirth, renewal, and a need for judgement. The upright Judgement may represent a person who is experiencing a significant transformation or who is being called to make a judgement call about something important.
Reverse meaning
On the other hand, when the Judgement card is reversed, it may indicate negative traits such as self-doubt, fear of judgement, or a resistance to change. The reversed Judgement may represent a person who is struggling with self-doubt or fear of judgement, or who is resistant to change and transformation. It could also suggest a need to confront and overcome any fears or doubts in order to move forward.
Actually, for this card, I could not decide a single deity. Both Ma Lakshmi and Surya Dev offers success, fertility etc. So, in this chapter I will talk about both these deities.
Suryadev
Surya is a Rig-Vedic God that represents the Sun itself. He is also one of the Nabagrahas (9 planets) as per the astrology. Unlike Indra or Soma, Surya is still a prominent figure in Sanatan culture. Many people offer regards to him on a daily basis with Surya-pranaam in the morning. The way to perform this ritual is to wake up before sunrise and offer water (to ground or tree) 3 times thinking of the Sun. This should be done before consuming anything. As per astrology, Sun or Rabi helps us to gain respect and prosperity in life. He also offers good health and helps with progress in career. As per Puran scriptures, Surya dev has a seven-headed horse that signifies 7 colours of rainbow (VIBGYOR) or the 7 chakras in our body.
Surya Dev plays a passive yet significant role in the Mahabharat era. Kunti received a mantra from sage Durbasha which would summon any god and she can have a child with the god. Being curious, Kunti summoned Surya dev one day. But when Surya appeared before her, she was shocked; as she still unmarried she did not want to bear any children. However, because of the obligations of the mantra, Surya created a son from Kunti without impacting her virginity. This son was Karna, Surya dev blessed him with a protective armour and earrings which made him one of the strongest warriors in the Kurukshetra war later. Until Karna gave up his armour after being deceived by Indra, he remained undefeated in the war. However, at the time of birth, Kunti had to leave Karna as she could not bear any children before marriage.
Surya’s 12 manifestations are 12 of 33 koti devatas in Sanatan culture. These 12 Adityas are Dhatri, Mitra, Aryaman, Sakra, Varuna, Amsa, Vaga, Vivaswan, Usha, Savitri, Tvashtri, Vishnu. The Sun represents the soul, vitality, courage, willpower, authority, royalty and so on. Konark Sun Temple is the most prominent Surya Temple and it is in Puri, Odisha. The architecture is about 1000 years old and it was built near Chandrabhaga River. However, the river has receded with time. The Sun temple is carved out of stone in form of a chariot. The temple is faced the east in such a way that the first rays of the sun could strike the main entrance, hence the name ‘Kon/corner’+’Arka/Sun’. The carvings in the temple wall are very sophisticating as they showcase activities of different age groups. The lower-most level has carvings of animals and fun elements. The next layer has carvings of different sports, musical activities, dance forms etc. The layer above that shows different educational things related to biology, history, physics, weaponry etc. The layer above that shows erotic artworks, different postures of sex etc. The top layers have carvings of different gods. Actually, these layers are made in such way that based on different age groups, people can enjoy them. The lower-most layer is for infants, the next layer is for children, the next ones are for students who perform brahmacharya, the next one is for married people who perform Garhasthya and then the next one is for people who are choosing Baanprastha or Sanyaas. It is said that whenever a couple is feeling lack of intimacy or having issues with conceiving child, they should visit the Konark temple. Psychologically the erotic artworks impact people’s mind and thus influence their intimacy positively. If you see it from another perspective, the Sun god blesses them with fertility in this way. There are many other temples dedicated to Surya dev- Martand temple (Kashmir), Suryanar temple (Tamil Nadu), Modhera Sun Temple (Gujarat), Biranchinarayan Temple (Orissa), Multan Sun temple (Pak Kashmir) etc.
In India, many festivals are celebrated to praise the Sun god. Makar Sankranti (in many North Indian states) or Pongal (in Tamil Nadu) is celebrated to show gratitude towards Surya dev. People request for good harvest and offer the first grains to the god. Chhath (in Bihar) is another popular festival where people show gratitude to the deity and his wife Usha for helping humans to survive. In Andhra Pradesh, Ratha Saptami or Okka roju Brahmostavam is celebrated in the Tirupati Balaji temple to commemorate Balaji’s manifestation as the Sun god. In this festival, Venkateshwara (Balaji) is mounted on top of 7 types of Baahans (rides) namely Suryaprabha, Hanmad, Garuda, Peddasesha, Kalpavruksha, Sarvabhupahala and finally, the Chandraprabha Vahana. As per multiple Puran scriptures, worship of Surya Dev is recommended for good fortune.
Lakshmi
Lakshmi Devi is the consort of Vishnu. I have mentioned earlier that Shri Lakshmi appeared while Samudra-Manthan. The closest word related to Lakshmi id Lakshya, which means Aim or Destination. Lakshmi is the goddess of prosperity and wealth, which is aim of most people. From my personal viewpoint, this means that the way of extreme abstinence is not the way of enlightenment. As there are ways of earning prosperity, one should grab it. Lakshmi is also a manifestation of Shakti. Shakti and Shaktimaan have been together since eternity, Lakshmi is simply a manifestation.
Lakshmi is said to be impatient. She is hard to get and easy to lose. Isn’t this true about wealth and prosperity!! On the other hand. Lakshmi never wants to leave Narayan/Vishnu. Vishnu is the epitome of knowledge, intelligence and patience. Basically, if we possess these traits, then we can earn wealth. Lakshmi’s place is in Narayan’s heart but in many depictions, she is shown as sitting near Vishnu’s feet and taking care of him. There is a reason regarding this. Lakshmi’s sister is Alakshmi. Alakshmi is polar opposite of Lakshmi and she is ugly, bringer of misfortune and poverty. One day, Lakshmi got angry on Alakshmi as she is always around Lakshmi-Narayan, meddling in their privacy. Laksmi asked her to leave them alone but Alakshmi said that she does not have any husband so she does not want to leave. Lakshmi cursed her that Mrityu, the god of decay and death will be her husband and she will live in places where there is dirty, envy, rage, lust. This is why Shree Lakshmi always sits near Narayan’s feet, making sure his feet don’t get dirty, otherwise Alakshmi will invade between them again. Meanwhile, Vishnu also knows this and he makes sure that his feet are never dirty, otherwise Lakshmi will leave him. In our daily lives, we need to keep our homes clean and keep our mind free from shat-ripus to retain Lakshmi in us. While, Lakshmi likes to eat sweet food, Alakshmi prefers sour and sharp taste. This is why many shops will hang lemons and chilly outside their gate, so that Alakshmi takes those and leaves without entering.
In Bengali culture, the importance of Lakshmi is immense. In every Sanatani house, people worship goddess Lakshmi Ma. Orthodox Bengalis also celebrates the ritual of reciting Lakshmi Panchali every Thursday. Lakshmi Panchali is about the glory of the goddess, just like Hanuman Chalisa. This small book was written in mid 1800s and is still popular in Bengali culture. The book emphasizes on the qualities of Ma Lakshmi and basically encourages women to possess these qualities to bring good fortune, happiness, prosperity in family. Some of these qualities are-
Maintaining cleanliness
Respecting own dharma and culture (like performing puja, applying vermillion, wearing Mangal Sutra or Sakha etc.)
Avoiding anger, laziness, speaking untrue and being self-entitled
Not speaking abusive languages
Not dressing provocatively/shamelessly
Not being self-absorbed and focusing on becoming independent in a selfish manner
Consuming proper food
These are some of the characteristics that truly help women earn love and respect from their partners and society, I am not even joking!! Feminists will be triggered but its just that men and women are different in nature. Most women want a man who is smart, experienced, knowledgeable, risk-taker, provider (earner) and dominant. Most men want a woman who is inexperienced, risk-avoider, submissive (willfully cooperative) and willing to take care of the family by cooking and cleaning. Unfortunately, our current education system and contemporary society often fail to nurture the feminine side of women. “Look at how rich that lady is!!” – said no one ever. Actually, deep down most women value their traditional feminine roles. This is why, women hardly marry someone who earns less than them. On the other hand, the higher a woman earns, the tougher it becomes for her to get a guy of her choice. Basically, the education system and society do not embrace our own culture or knowledge. Majority of us have remained brainwashed by political propagandas (especially leftist) and foreigners. We often tell that South Indian people have preserved the Indian culture better…. Why do we say that?? Its because they respect their own culture. Many South Indian women prefer Saaree to Jeans, they prefer Indian music to K-pop. I am stereotyping, but hopefully you get the point. Being traditional in North India is harder because people around you won’t care about that, so cheers to those North Indian women who follow traditional way of living. Maybe these are small things, but they do matter. And it is not about oppression, it is about respecting the one who is taking responsibility. Men are attracted when they are respected- this is the reason why Vishnu desires Lakshmi and Parvati is the apple of Shiva’s eyes. Honestly, most women don’t know what a man really wants. It is not about sex, its about respect. Men don’t care about women’s academics or career. Men care about women’s character rather than personality. A virtuous woman is always respected. Women look for love and attention while men look for respect and submissiveness (willful cooperation). Most man look for Lakshmi inside women. Lakshmi is not about materialistic pleasure, rather it means compassion, taking care of others, protecting own respect and respecting own culture. This is why men always respect and adore housewives rather than career women. On the other hand, career women shame housewives and make them feel inferior. Women are enemies of each other indeed!! They envy another happy woman. I have literally seen single girls make fun of and shame another girl who is happy in her relationship. Whenever a girl faces issues in relationship, most of her girl“friends” gives solution like ‘leave him’ or ‘break up with him’. This is why no one should take relationship advice from women, unless a woman is successful in her relationship in a long-term manner. Without the mentioned skills above, one cannot earn happiness. I am mentioning ‘happiness’ because the motto of humans is to be happy in life. Maybe today women are so-called independent with their degrees and jobs, but are they happy now or were they happy before? Today, dressing provocatively and being able to have sex with a bunch of guys is considered freedom- what women don’t understand is that they have the choice to do that but they should also be prepared to take accountability of that choice. Its funny how they will act however they want and then blame men for not caring for them. If a woman thinks she does not get respect, its because she does not respect herself. Most women will not be happy if they just have a bunch of money, a palace and some cars. They still seek emotional warmth and attention from men. If they look for a guy with traditional values, they have to become traditional themselves first. I personally believe that feminists are the Alakshmis; they follow the path of Adharma. The reason why the propaganda of feminism is spread is because the top-level wants to break the family integrity and control lower-level to make profit. All women know their traditional roles from childhood; but education and society ruin them. Men are logical, that’s why women have been chosen for such brainwashing. My message to all women will be that traditional values will bring them ultimate happiness in their lives and this is how they can become Lakshmi at heart and welcome Vishnu in their lives.
Humans are the children of Lakshmi and Narayan. This is why Lakshmi is the symbol of fertility. I am not saying men are perfect, rather men are imperfect now more than ever. This is again fault of the education system and the society. Men are not taught how to become a ‘Man’, how to take responsibility and accountability of their actions. Whenever we see a feminist, I realise that she has never received guidance from any masculine and disciplined man. Many young women despise getting married because they think that they don’t need any man and they think being a wife is synonymous to being a baby-machine or a slave. Well, look around ourselves- everything is created by men- the house we live in, the road we walk on, the major inventions, the amusements etc. After enjoying all these, if someone says “I don’t need a man’- it shows quite some hypocrisy and ungratefulness. Moreover, having 1-2 children does not make someone a ‘baby-machine’. Rather, women should take pride in their ability to give birth. This is the only thing men cannot do. Actually, unless a woman becomes a mother, she does not become a complete woman. So, instead of wasting their 20s running after useless degrees or money, women need to get married. Career can wait, but fertility-clock won’t. Women should get married before 25, because the age of 22-24 is the peak of their youth. All men want young girls and it is not misogyny, it is just preference just like a woman prefers a guy who is handsome and rich. Also, after 25, fertility reduces among women. Bharat in ancient time followed this age-rule, women would get married in early 20s and after they turn 35+, they would start working outside if necessary or choose spiritual path. This is what the 4-phases of lifecycle as per Hinduism has been- Brahmacharya, Garhasthya, Baanprastha, Sanyaas. Child-birth needs patience, the willingness to nurture and love – those who have these traits, have Lakshmi inside their heart. The easiest way for a woman to become Laksmi is to stop competing with man. Lakshmi is Shakti of Narayan; she helps him and cooperates with him rather than competing with him.
I have kept Lakshmi and Surya as ‘The Sun’ because they offer happiness through prosperity. They offer fertility – Sun helps is farming and Lakshmi is also the goddess of food (rice, fish etc.). They help us to remain optimistic and attain success.
Upright meaning
In tarot, the Sun card is often associated with positivity, joy, and success. When the card is upright, it generally signifies positive traits such as success, joy, and vitality. The upright Sun may represent a person who is experiencing happiness and success, or it can indicate a need to focus on positivity and joy in order to achieve success.
Reverse meaning
On the other hand, when the Sun card is reversed, it may indicate negative traits such as a lack of energy, depression, or a feeling of being stuck. The reversed Sun may represent a person who is struggling with depression or a lack of energy, or who is feeling stuck in their current situation. It could also suggest a need to focus on self-care and finding ways to tap into joy and positivity to overcome obstacles.
Soma is the moon god as per Vedic scriptures. His mentions are dominant in the first Ved, which should not come as a surprise because initially people focused on worshipping the natural elements. In the Rig-Ved, Soma has 3 types of praises. The aadhyatmik praise says that Soma gives immortality. In terms of aadhidaivik, Soma is mentioned as the king of all herbs and indicated as ‘Amrit’, which again refers to immortality. From aadhibhoutik perspective, Soma is an herb with many qualities. Now, there is an herb called Soma for real. It has been heavily popular in the Vedas. Somaras (nectar of Soma) is referred to as a divine elixir which if consumed, would give sensation. Consider this as the god-level of coffee that gives spiritual ecstasy. This plant of Soma would only mature its nectar in the presence of moonlight. Now, there are also theories that there is no such herb and the Vedic hymns simply praise Soma as the creative bliss of life.
Spiritual Vedic meaning of the Moon is that the Moon in nature is implementing the processes of both puling and pushing (using the simple words). Moon is pulling the roots of plants deeply into the soil during the night and cold time to get the power and warmness (life) from the inside of the earth to / for the body of plants, closer to the surface of existence. At the same time, the Moon is pushing the underground parts of plants to reach the outer existence on earth to grow into the open space. By other words, Soma settles the life from the inside out.
The parallel with a human being is that, Soma is settling the human spirituality from the inside out. As the Soma is the life supporter, life giver, so also Soma is human spirituality supporter, spirituality giver. Soma is related with 1) water (life fluids – sup, lymph, blood, milk), 2) fire and warmness – inner earth and human fire and warmness (life energy and spirituality power), and 3) movement – physical movement into the existence, and 4) light – Sun which gives life from the top, pull from outside to life. In nature, Soma works on homeostasis on earth, in humans also but furthermore, in humans it works as a vehicle for spiritual experiential growing in to the spiritual maturity. Naturally then that Soma is treated also like medicine. “Miraculous” medicine; both cosmic and spiritual medicine. The darkness and coldness of the night time is like to be without life but contrary to that the Soma / Moon is doing its hidden miraculous life supporting work – invisible for us, under surface of the earth. In case of human spirituality, a human being is working on his/her spiritual growing towards the life experiential maturity. At the beginning it is a hidden, invisible but real hard work until the first experiences – offshoots / offsets / sprouts of spiritual life come to life.
As per the Rig-Ved, there are three main gods (at least used to be) – Agni, Soma, Indra. Agni is said to be equivalent of consumption. Soma is equivalent to consumable. And Indra is the relationship between these two. These are like the Trinity before Brahma-Vishnu-Maheshwar came in late Vedic period. In all yagnas, Soma receives an offering just like Agni and Indra. It is also possible that the offering itself is Soma as it is a consumable. Soma is also one of the Nabagrahas (9 planets) as per astrology.
The Moon/Chandra/Soma indicates our emotions. It signifies our intuition, imagination, feminine side, curiosity, rejuvenation etc. Though Soma is mentioned as a fluid in the Ved, it is also mentioned that materialistic humans can’t get their hands on them. And it is true, we haven’t been able to identify which herb it is biologically. We have to understand that the Vedic scriptures are often written as riddles. I mentioned before that Soma is the creative bliss in our life that offers spiritual ecstasy. It means, when you create something, that gives you a certain divine pleasure- that is how you experience the Somaraas. Personally, I may say that this is a dopamine rush-type thing!! Those who create something, be it a product, an artwork, a business or even another human- they experience this bliss because they usually don’t create thinking of materialistic gain. Creation is often a spiritual process.
I have kept Soma as ‘The Moon’ because any creativity is about taking some level of risk. All creators face some dilemma while creating. Thus, there is fear and anxiety related to it. A creator often experiences an illusion that his creation is the best or his creation will never succeed (polar opposite feelings). But also, there is this urge to overcome all these aspects for the pure sake of attaining the bliss.
Upright meaning
In tarot, the Moon card is often associated with mystery, illusion, and the unconscious mind. When the card is upright, it generally signifies negative traits such as confusion, anxiety, and a sense of being lost. The upright Moon may represent a person who is struggling with confusion or anxiety, or it can indicate a need to confront and explore the unconscious mind.
Reverse meaning
On the other hand, when the Moon card is reversed, it may indicate positive traits such as clarity, intuition, or a breakthrough in understanding. The reversed Moon may represent a person who is gaining clarity and insight into their situation, or who is tapping into their intuition to find answers. It could also suggest a need to confront and overcome fears and illusions in order to move forward.
