The Tarot of Eli, LLC-Minor Arcana: Thoth Tarot-5 of Disks-Worry & The Lost Soul Tarot-5 of Pentacles.

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#5. I recognize the manifestation of undeviating justice in all the circumstances of my life.

Lord of Material Trouble.

Since Disks/Pentacles are cards that represent the physical world of manifestation this Thoth 5 of Disks card represents physical worry, concerns, and rumination. It is a state of consciousness that dwells in the past and goes forward fearing the future as a repeat and therefore, one's consciousness is not focused in the now. By not living in the now, we are not present today, which doesn't allow new perspectives or thoughts to change our mental-emotional (Energy-in-Motion) direction. This is a general effect of a long strain without action, a general state of inaction. Health, finances, work, relationships and/or creativity are the concerns here. However, its primary meaning is Poverty. This card represents the feeling that the earth has gone out from under your feet, troubles, losses, and bad luck have piled up like a snowball that turns into an avalanche.

To the knowing magus of this material world, the misuse of one's possessions or the misuse of energy or power will easily lead to separation from others and the potential for losing it all. The Knowing here, is that the true wealth is not of accumulated titles, or possessions; Rather what is to be gleaned from our manifesting here is that true wealth is the Spiritual abundance of Spirit-Mind-Soul, in perfect fearless cooperation as the Whole Self Harmonic. True Wealth is Will-Mind over matter. We have inherited the All! What can be wealthier than that?

We are a Psyche/Solar Mind not a body nor its subconscious fear-based survival mind. Each of us has the power of command. I Am... begins this command process. I AM Wealth, commands the manifestation of Spiritual, Mental, and Body wealth. To concentrate on loss is to command loss as your manifestation. To seek is to deny you have it. To "Know" is a command to manifest. Hence, I Am Wealth, Health, and Wellbeing! I AM-Commands energy to become these things: I AM built you!

You are a Mind/Psyche that controls energy and emotes thought, the first material, into creation. This power of emoting is called "emotions". The more emotion you put into a command of I Am, the more the swirling power of emotions stirs the energy all around you into manifesting your command.

You already have fulfilled your destiny which is "to be" for that is the will of the One, known as Eheieh the Hebrew God name for Kether the 1st Sephiroth and means "I Will Be". However, now that your destiny has been decided, you control your fate, which is called "freedom of choice". Most of us are a Mind suffering from culturally imposed amnesia created by the social egregore of divisionism. We have forgotten we are the Energy Mind over matter that is often called the Soul/Psyche and/or the Sun of God. We command our fate by what we send energy-in-motion to. I AM helps created our Identity. I AM, states existence, what I Am, is assumption by freedom of choice. I AM Wealth, yelled with the force of passion, cancels the manifesting the fantasy of poverty and worry.

Astrologically the Thoth 5 of Disks card represents Mercury in the House of Taurus, also symbolizing communication worries. Worrying about whether your communication efforts are coming across correctly or if you even can communicate at all. By now we are familiar with the 5th Sephiroth- Geburah, a state of energy intelligence that is severe in its function; Geburah, the 5th Sephiroth, is a corrective state of intelligence whose severity is an action towards self-assessment rather than anything karmic. The angels of the Decan are Mibahiah and Pooyal.

When Mercury, the planet of communication, intellect, and information processing, is positioned in the zodiac sign of Taurus and occupies a house within a birth chart, it influences the individual's thought processes, communication style, and learning preferences within the themes of Taurus, which include stability, material possessions, sensuality, and practicality. Here are the characteristics of Mercury in the house of Taurus:

1. Practical Thinking: Mercury in Taurus fosters a practical and down-to-earth approach to thinking and communication. Individuals may have a grounded mindset that focuses on tangible results and real-world applications.

2. Steady and Methodical Communication: Those with this placement tend to communicate in a deliberate, steady, and methodical manner. They may not be the quickest to respond, but when they do, their words carry weight and stability.

3. Value-Oriented Communication: Taurus is associated with values and possessions, so individuals with Mercury in Taurus often place importance on what they say and how it aligns with their values. They may prioritize honesty, integrity, and loyalty in their communication.

4. Resistant to Change: Taurus is a fixed sign known for its resistance to change, and when Mercury is placed here, there can be a reluctance to adapt to new ideas or ways of thinking. However, once they have formed an opinion or belief, they are likely to stick with it.

5. Sensual Expression: Taurus is ruled by Venus, the planet of love and sensuality, so Mercury in Taurus may express itself through a love of language that appeals to the senses. They may appreciate beautiful words, poetry, or art that evokes strong sensory experiences.

6. Slow to Make Decisions: Individuals with Mercury in Taurus may take their time when making decisions, preferring to thoroughly analyze all available information before coming to a conclusion. Once they have made up their mind, though, they are usually steadfast in their choice.

7. Emphasis on Material Matters: Taurus is associated with material possessions and financial security, so Mercury in Taurus may place emphasis on practical matters related to money, investments, and material wealth in their communication and thought processes.

8. Strong Memory for Detail: Taurus is a sign known for its attention to detail, and Mercury in Taurus individuals often have a strong memory for facts and figures, especially when it comes to practical or financial matters.

Overall, Mercury in Taurus brings a grounded, methodical, and value-driven approach to communication and thinking, emphasizing practicality, stability, and sensuality in its expression within the birth chart.

In the 5 of Disks, we have Geburah-Severity, influencing the Material World (Assiah).

"To Worry" something, is translated from Anglo- Saxon to English, as the Anglo-Saxon shepherds used the word "to worry sheep" which is a type of strangulation a sheep dog does to a sheep. This strangulating is a biting and holding on to the Sheep's throat, which stops it in its tracks and is just for that purpose. No blood is let, yet the dogs grip is strong enough to stop the sheep from any consideration other than stopping. Thus, we understand that the 5 of disks is so named because it stops all material events, such as profession, relationships or monetary gain, dead in its tracks.

Again, Crowley shapes this card as an inverted pentagram, which implies difficulties. as the body's fear is overriding the Will. He also placed the geometric figures of the Hindu five Tattvas in the individual disks, each symbolizing an Alchemical element of Fire, Water, Air, Earth, and Spirit. In the Hindu system these are the underlying currents of matter. The 5 Tattvas are Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether (ether is the dark egg in the center). These are the same “elements” known to Western Hermetic metaphysical science & Chinese medicine. These 5 earthly tattvas are qualities in our senses and in the world.

As mentioned, Mercurial energy is opposed in Taurian earth, simply because earth has a natural tendency to be stationary while Mercury is a messenger of swift motion. Granted it takes a strong Mercury to influence and unbalance Taurus, but Geburah, the red 5th Sephiroth, is just that strength. In fact, instead of Severity, she is sometimes called Strength and causes instability in the 5 states of matter. This instability is vibrational, much like an earthquake, yet the 5 states of energy (Tattvas) have enough attraction necessary to hold together on the lower planes forestalling complete disruption. So, again, this is more like the dog holding the sheep at a standstill, a kind of intelligence applied to labor. The 5 of Disks therefore also implies intense strain with long moments of inaction.

The 5 of Disks states that perspective makes our present state of being, and if our perspectives dwell in the past we are “up-side-down” ---we aren't living today; the body may be in the "now", but the activating principle of the mind is in "yesterdays". This 5 of Disks card reminds us that we are presently inanimate, which is dead to action. We can change directions, be they physical, emotional, spiritual, or mental, only by acting and/or moving! You can't correct the direction of a parked car so don't wait, begin with what you have even if your only action is to hold out your hand for assistance. Tomorrow and what-ifs are unimportant to motion as they only excuse inaction.

It's time to break worry patterns by actively pursuing changes in communication patterns, financial, health, and in relationships with the Taurus people in your life. Therefore, worry is seen as a type of mental lethargy where one is at a crossroads and must choose a direction to break the chains of the past that are easily broken by current activity. Live the now, you are not "a past person" you are an I AM Now person---an active and unique expression of Alive Energy-in-motion. Therefore, when the worry card shows up, it implies you're at a crossroads, and must choose a direction, and then move into action which is a worry- free zone, for as the old Zen axiom states, " one step begins a journey of a thousand miles!"

The Lost Soul Tarot- 5 of Pentacles displays artwork similar to the Rider-Waite-Tarot and more traditional Tarot. Here we see stagnation, worry, and dwelling on thoughts of fear that are supporting the pinnacle pentacle. The subconscious is in a fear-based survival mode and the 4 pentacles, representing most of the emotional power, are hanging onto the 5th one which is trying to leave the pack of negative thoughts. Hence, the meaning implied is to let go of the possessions, people, situations or the past for they are a toxic false sense of security. Freedom requires courage!

There is also a subtle admonishment here to ignore pride and ask for help. Sometimes we struggle and feel like there is nothing to do but put one's head down and suffer through it. Look around and you will see there is shelter, warmth, and loved ones who are willing to help in some sense. You are not alone; others will help you weather this storm which is shown by the above warm pentacle windows in the cottage.

In Gematria, the number 5 holds several significant characteristics and meanings across various traditions, particularly within Jewish mysticism and the Western esoteric tradition.

Jewish Gematria

1. Letter and Numerical Value: The number 5 corresponds to the Hebrew letter "ה" (Heh). Each letter in the Hebrew alphabet has a numerical value, and Heh is the fifth letter, representing the number 5.

2. Symbolism of Heh:

   • God's Grace: The letter Heh is often associated with divine grace and benevolence. In Kabbalistic/Qabalistic thought, it symbolizes the breath of God and creation.
   • Names of God: The Tetragrammaton (YHWH) contains two Hehs, emphasizing its importance in the divine name.

3. Pentateuch (Torah): The number 5 is significant as it corresponds to the five books of Moses (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy), which form the Torah. These texts are foundational to Jewish religious tradition and law.

Western Esotericism

1. Pentagram: In Western esoteric traditions, the number 5 is often represented by the pentagram, a five-pointed star.

   • Microcosm: The pentagram is seen as a symbol of the microcosm, or human being, with each point representing a limb or the head.
   • Protection: It is also used as a protective symbol, representing the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, and spirit) and their harmony.

2. The Fifth Sephirah - Geburah:

   • Tree of Life: On the Kabbalistic/Qabalistic Tree of Life, the fifth sephirah is Geburah, which means strength or severity. It is associated with discipline, judgment, and the application of justice.
   • Mars: Geburah is connected to the planet Mars, symbolizing action, courage, and sometimes conflict.

Tarot Correspondences

1. The Hierophant: In the Tarot, the number 5 corresponds to the Major Arcana card The Hierophant. This card represents tradition, spiritual wisdom, and religious guidance.
2. Minor Arcana: In the Minor Arcana, the fives of each suit (Cups, Pentacles, Swords, and Wands) typically indicate challenges, changes, or disruptions, reflecting the transformative power of the number 5.

General Symbolism

1. Human Experience: The number 5 often symbolizes human life and experience. It is connected to the five senses, indicating perception and interaction with the material world.
2. Balance and Change: As a prime number, 5 represents independence and self-determination. It also symbolizes dynamic balance and adaptability, as it stands at the midpoint between 1 and 9, suggesting a pivotal point of transition.

In summary, the number 5 in Gematria and various esoteric traditions embodies themes of creation, divine grace, human experience, protection, discipline, and transformation. Its significance is multifaceted, reflecting both spiritual and material aspects of existence.

When Divination brings up the 5 of Disks/Pentacles, the querent is going through a period:

• Of rumination, anxiety, or concern...or both.
• Feeling left out of social events because of lack of money.
• Of challenges concerning insecurity, deprivation, and even exclusion. 
• Where the mind is focused on survival issues and thus stopping creativity dead in its tracks as a feeling of helplessness and inertia takes over.
• There is a foretelling of material trouble for the next 5 weeks or 5 months. 
• Of the next 5 weeks or 5 months, opportunities are presented to you for the release of worry about health, finances, relationships, productivity and to improve your communication skills.
• The past, let's say when you were five years old, is what produces worry.
• Of intending to avoid discomfort, and try to compare present day events, to past ones.
• Locked into past pain----does not help us live in the present and this card reminds us to forget the what-ifs of yesterday, or tomorrow and to be the I Am of now.

If ill defined by the surrounding cards, it implies:

• Failure.
• Collapse.
• Despair.
• Triumph of Matter over Spirit (survival mind fear overcoming will).

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