Tarot and Medici Solitaire. Gallery of examples

Eight of Disks

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Decorating one's aquarium in "Titanic" style is the latest rage among "new Russians". So, these three guys get together and start bragging, who's got the coolest aquarium. The first one takes everyone to his place and shows them a huge wall-sized aquarium, with all sorts of strange fish, and rusty spoons, cups and other junk lying on the bottom.

– I bought this at an auction in London. All this stuff was taken straight from the Titanic!

And the second guy says:

– That's nothing! Let's go to my place!

He's got this giant glass bowl, nearly the size of his house, with all sorts of fish swimming inside, and wreckage of the Titanic sticking out of the mud at the bottom.

– This is an exact copy, I ordered it from James Cameron!

And the third guy says:

– Dudes, don't make me laugh. All this is crap. Let's go to my place and take a look at what I bought!

They go to his mansion and are blown away by the following display: there's a pool, no fish but with floating icebergs, and Leonardo DiCaprio frozen at the bottom…

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"Eights", according to the Kabbalah, are form + form.

In other words, a conglomerate of forms – a composite form.

An artificial conglomerate of forms is called a formation. A formation usually consists of geometrically "correct" forms.

From the limited point of view of a mortal human being, artificial formations are usually perceived as something stable, solid, and unchanging. But this, in fact, is not the case, it's just that human perception doesn't notice the changes, or regards them as insignificant.

Thus, the Eight of Disks is a kind of stability and resilience, a formation or mechanism, in Matter or Finance.

For example, it may symbolize a house or a Swiss bank.

Fig. 1.8.1 Eight of Disks – stability, resilience, a solid Material formation. An old castle. Ancient mountains.79

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Fig. 1.8.2 Eight of Disks. A mixture of "simple" liquids is a cocktail. A "mix" of buildings – an old port city. The "eternal" Ocean, the sea.80

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Fig. 1.8.3 Eight of Disks – a formation of Matter. A fireplace. An oven. A hearth.81

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Fig. 1.8.4 Eight of Disks – stability, resilience, a formation of Matter. An old mill in the Netherlands. A windmill.82

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Fig. 1.8.5 Eight of Disks – stability, constancy of Matter. The "eternal" sun overhead. The moon, which is "always" in the sky. The "eternal" sky.83

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Fig. 1.8.6 Eight of Disks. Historical monuments with a long history. Pyramids, Stonehenge, the Vatican, etc.84

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Fig. 1.8.7 Eight of Disks – stability, resilience, a formation of Matter and Finance. A reliable bank with a centuries-old history.85

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Fig. 1.8.8 Eight of Disks – stability, reliability, a formation, a mechanism of Matter and Finance. A safe deposit box, a bank vault.86

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The defining feature of Eight of Disks is that it's a kind of stable material (or financial) formation of simpler elements in/over time. As a general rule, it can be taken apart into simpler elements, and then reassembled.

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Nine of Disks

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Perfection is achieved not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.

Antoine De Saint-Exupery.

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"Nines", according to the Kabbalah, are the last, final step before the Ten (transformation, transition to a new level). This moment determines the meaning of the "Nine".

"Nines" are completeness, perfection, mastery, a certain ideal (for your level or class).

Accordingly, the Nine of Disks is completeness, perfection in Material or Financial matters.

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Fig 1.9.1 Nine of Disks – completeness, perfection of Matter. A beautiful sculpture, a house, a monument. Matter brought to "perfection" – beauty.87

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Fig. 1.9.2 Nine of Disks. Drinks, liquids, solutions of the highest quality. Matter brought to "perfection" – perfect taste, quality. Collectible wines, spirits, the purest water.88

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Fig. 1.9.3 Nine of Disks. Burning without smoke and soot – that is, ideal, "perfect" burning. For example, the flame of an alcohol burner

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, a gas stove. Or, for example, hydrogen burning – the result is water vapor, without harmful byproducts. A laser, a plasma cutter

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as perfect tools.

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Fig 1.9.4 Nine of Disks – perfection of Matter. Clean air (for humans). "Beautiful" fragrances, aromas, perfumes.92

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Fig 1.9.5 Nine of Disks – perfection of Matter. "Beautiful", perfect, streamlined metallic goods. A race car, an airplane.93

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Fig. 1.9.6 Nine of Disks. A modern coin, a banknote. In essence, these represent the pinnacle of modern technology, a guarantee against counterfeiting.94

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Fig 1.9.9 Nine of Disks – completeness, perfection of Matter and Finance. Precious stones and metals brought to perfection – "Premium" class jewels. Jewelry made by a talented craftsman. These are not just financial assets, but works of art and craftsmanship.95

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Figure 1.9.8 Nine of Disks – completeness, perfection of Matter and Finance. "Perfect", chemically pure, precious metals. 999 gold, platinum, palladium, silver. Simultaneously both Matter and Finance.96

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The defining feature of the Nine of Disks – perfection in Material or Financial matters.

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Ten of Disks

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After the first bottle of vodka, every shop teacher discovers they've got a gift for singing.

After the second bottle, they unveil in themselves a wise politician of global scale.

After the third, a still unknown philosopher for all times and places.

And only the inevitable morning hangover mercifully saves the Universe from being overpopulated by geniuses.

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"Tens", according to Kabbalah, are transformation, metamorphosis, transition to a new state.

Thus, the Ten of Disks is a transformation, metamorphosis, transition to a new state of Matter or Finance.

For example, chemical reactions, phase transitions in Matter. The conversion of currencies or bank assets in Finance.

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Figure 1.10.1 Ten of Disks – transformation, metamorphosis, transition to a new state of Matter. The hardening of concrete, mounting foam. The manufacture of building materials. 97

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If a useful quality is attained from the transformation, then this is an "upright" Ten of Disks.

If a useful quality is lost, then this is a "reversed" Ten of Disks.

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Figure 1.10.2 Ten of Disks. Chemical reactions in liquids, devices. A kitchen, processing food with special liquids and seasonings. Sauces, wine, spices, salt, sugar, etc. Pickling, marinading, making sauces.98

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Figure 1.10.3 Ten of Disks. A kitchen, heating and cooking food. Boiling, frying, baking, smoking, steaming, roasting and aerogrilling.99

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Fig. 1.10.4 "Upright" Ten of Disks – for example, smelting steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals. Obtaining glass from quartz sand. Blacksmithing works. Transformation, metamorphosis, transition to a new state of Matter.100

Combustion, explosions, oxidation are a "reversed" Ten of Disks, as they are chemical processes of decay, the destruction of Matter.

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Figure 1.10.5 Ten of Disks – transformation of Matter. The production of plastics from coal, oil, waste. Polymerization of materials, building mixes, adhesives. Polymerization of epoxy resin, dental fillings101. The manufacture of construction materials, insulation.102

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Figure 1.10.6 Ten of Disks. Pottery. The manufacture of tableware, ceramics, bricks, tiles.103

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Figure 1.10.7 Ten of Disks. An athlete, a bodybuilder transforming her body through sports.104

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Figure 1.10.8 Ten of Disks – transformation, metamorphosis, transition to a new state of Finance. The transition of Finance from one type of asset or currency into another.105

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The defining feature of the Ten of Disks – transformation, transition to another state of Matter (or Finance).

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Page of Disks

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Cemetery. The lavish grave of a "new Russian", with a five-meter marble headstone in the form of the latest cell phone model.

Under the portrait, there's a short epitaph: "The subscriber is currently unavailable".

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The Page, according to Kabbalah, is a messenger, a herald.

Accordingly, the Page of Disks is a messenger, a herald, a kind of indicator that Matter or Finance is ready to manifest itself at a certain point in reality106.

For example, he may symbolize transport or delivery services.

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Fig. 1.11.1 The Page of Disks is a messenger, a herald, a kind of indicator that Matter is ready to manifest at a certain point in reality. A truck. Transportation of earth, soil, gravel, water, milk, petroleum products, etc.107

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Fig. 1.11.2 Page of Disks. A cargo ship, a container ship, etc.108

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Fig. 1.11.3 Page of Disks. A rain cloud that looks like it's ready to pour.109

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Fig. 1.11.4 Page of Disks. The earth rumbling, shaking, and fuming, the glow from the mouth of the volcano – all indicating that an eruption is about to take place.110

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Fig. 1.11.5 Page of Disks. A steam locomotive, steamship, airplane, helicopter. The warning horn at departure or immediately before arrival.111

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Fig. 1.11.6 Page of Disks. Mail or parcel delivery. 112

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Certain indicators/markers can also serve as a Page of Disks, signaling the presence of Finances – "the smell of money, wealth, security."

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That said, there are several classes of such Financial markers:

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False markers. Various kinds of cheap, low-quality counterfeits of elite brands, well-known companies, and services. Such markers don't correspond in either form or content. For instance, the very chunky and flashy fake gold chains adorning the necks of swankers on social media.

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"Borrowed" markers. Elite objects and services borrowed or rented for a limited time. Such markers correspond in form, but not in content. Rented limos, jewelry, watches, tuxedos, an escort, etc.

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Fashionable brand markers. Various kinds of designer brands and labels, which can serve as an indirect indicator that a person has a certain amount of spare cash. Such branded things are generally more expensive than mass-produced goods, so they usually target wealthier people.

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Well-made, expensive, goods of high-quality. For example, simple jewelry made of precious metals and gemstones. Expensive, natural, high-quality fabrics and materials, such as cashmere, natural silk, pure cotton, linen, crocodile leather, etc. Top brands and products which, from the outset, at cost, are expensive. For example, a Rolex watch

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In the wild, all predators camouflage themselves to blend into the natural background. The strongest markers of wealth are outwardly inconspicuous, not flashy, yet expensive things, which mask the wealth of their owner. For example, certain brands and models of worn-and-torn clothing disguise their owner as hippies, the down-and-out, the homeless, etc. And platinum, for instance, which looks like cheap silver, is more expensive than gold. Such a disguise can help its owner avoid the unsolicited attention of beggars, robbers, gigolos, kidnappers, blackmailers, etc.

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Fig. 1.11.7 Page of Disks. A high-quality "timeless" handbag made of expensive crocodile leather. A sign of wealth.114

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Fig. 1.11.8 Page of Disks. For example, Swiss watches, weapons, medicine, real estate, citizenship, education. In general, significantly more expensive, but very high-quality things. A sign of wealth, affluence.115

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The distinguishing feature of the Page of Disks – it serves as an indicator of the manifestation of Matter (or Finance).

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Queen of Disks

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A business woman is sitting in a bar. A man comes up to her:

-Hi, there! Mind if I keep you company?

– Company? You keep companies? Are you buying or selling?

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The Queen, according to the Kabbalah, is some person or object which serves as the center of attention, the focal point of power and influence. The object around which Matter or Finance "revolve".

Accordingly, the Queen of Disks is the focal point around which Matter or Finance revolve.

This center, for example, may symbolize an important object, a building, a landmark, an important customer, or a bank.

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Fig. 1.12.1 Queen of Disks – the center of the influence of Matter. A warehouse, a store, a parking lot. All the cars "revolve" around it.116

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Fig. 1.12.2 Queen of Disks. A sea or river port. Cargo, a cargo container. All the movement and attention "revolve" around it.117

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Fig. 1.12.3 Queen of Disks. A factory. Products on the conveyor belt. A gas station. Life "revolves" around it.118

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Fig. 1.12.4 Queen of Disks. An airport. An airplane. An aircraft service attendant. Cargo. It's the focal point of all the activity.119

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Fig. 1.12.5 Queen of Disks. A rail road depot. A platform. The metro. A train station.120

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Fig. 1.12.6 Queen of Disks. A "model". A woman, a man, a child, an animal that serves as the center of attention. All eyes are on them.121

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A word about how to determine the Tarot suit of the "persona":

If it makes little difference whether or not the Persona is dressed, if they attract the observer's attention with their physical body, their Material presence – most likely, this is the Queen of Disks.

If it's the Persona's charm, allure, and emotions that draw the viewer's attention – most likely, this is the Queen of Cups (Hearts).

If the Persona attracts attention with a particular concept, motto, idea, philosophy, action/statement (such as Lady Gaga's meat dress), then this is the Queen of Swords (Spades).

If the Persona draws attention with a particular trend or fashion, suggests some sort of potential, project, development path, or choice, then this is the Queen of Wands (Clubs).

That said, gender, race, biological species make no difference. Tarot Queens can symbolize both a man and a woman. As well as inanimate objects and even processes.

A claim to fame and a desire to grab attention – these are a "reversed" Five, in the aspect of the element where it's most manifested.

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Fig. 1.12.7 Queen of Disks – a person of Finance. A wealthy, valuable client. A "money bag".122

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Figure 1.12.8 Queen of Disks – the focal point around which Matter and Finance revolve. The New York Stock Exchange. A bank. Money, assets, everything "revolves" around them.123

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The distinctive feature of the Queen of Disks is her V.I.P. status in Material or Financial matters. And that she serves as the focal point around which these revolve.

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King of Disks

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A traffic cop signals a Mercedes S600 to stop. The "new Russian" pulls over, but doesn't get out of the car. The traffic cop waits for the driver to go up to him. A minute or two passes. Finally, the window of the Benz is rolled down:

– OK, pal, I haven't got all day. Which one of us here, in fact, actually needs the dough? Me or you?

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The King, according to the Kabbalah, is the law, the law-giver and law-maker, a wielder and conductor of Power.

The object through which Power "manifests", controls, or is conveyed to the world.

Accordingly, the King of Disks is a Power Conductor of Matter or Finance.

In the Material world, he may symbolize, for example, a crane at a construction site.

In the Financial world, for example, he may symbolize the main formative market players. Such as, for instance, the dominant world currencies – the dollar, the pound, the euro, etc.

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Fig. 1.13.1 King of Disks – the Power Conductor of Matter. A railway. A highway.124

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Fig. 1.13.2 King of Disks – the Power Conductor of Matter. A water supply line. A river.125

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Fig. 1.13.3 King of Disks – the Power Conductor of Matter. A heating pipeline. Steam heating.126

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Fig. 1.13.4 King of Disks – the Power Conductor of Matter. A ventilation system. An air duct.127

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Fig. 1.13.5 King of Disks – the Law-giver of Matter. An electrical cable. A power transmission line.128

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Fig. 1.13.6 King of Disks – the Power Conductor of Matter. The King of his body as a physical, material object – an athlete, a gymnast.129

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Fig. 1.13.7 King of Disks – the Power Conductor of Finance. The dollar, the euro, the pound, etc., as formative currencies.130

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Fig. 1.13.8 King of Disks – the Legislator of Matter and Finance. An oil or gas pipeline. "Black gold", "Liquid money"131.132

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The defining feature of the King of Disks – he is the Law for Matter (or Finance). Power passes THROUGH him, he conducts it. It doesn't "revolve around" him, as is the case of the Queen.

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Ace of Disks

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A "new Russian" is planning to go on holiday to Cyprus.

His personal secretary arrives first and goes for a walk on the beach

with the owner of the 5-star hotel.

– And what's this?

– What do you mean? The seashore. Pebbles.

– Pebbles – no, that won't do, the boss does not like the stuff. Get rid of the pebbles, and pour

white sand everywhere.

– But that would cost a fortune!

– We're paying! Everything's gotta be just right!