The Magician Flashcards
Meaning
The power of intention. Manifestational abilities, readiness, capability, power to create change. The ability to live a magical life is within your grasp.
As the first numbered card of the Major Arcana, the Magician can represent
beginnings
in contrast with the “Zero Point” of the fool, the number one indicates that a
specific idea or goal is now present
The fool encounters the magician first because
having taken the step forward that begins the journey, he has set magical forces in motion. The Magician bridges the ethereal plane with the physical plane, making possible the manifestation of our goals.
The Magician is also a reminder that
mirrors each of our actions in the greater scheme of things, so we should take care to direct our energy wisely. Keep your focus on desired outcomes, rather than on what has gone wrong or could go wrong.
Upright
skill, concentration, power, action, and resourcefulness. Positive conditions for success in a new endeavor can and should be taken advantage of.
Reversed
hesitation, scattered energy, confusion, poor planning, lack of focus. You may be dealing with a creative block. As a side meaning, the potential for manipulation or trickery.