THE MOON

The Moon in three phases watches over the landscape. From the pool of Cosmic Mind stuff in the foreground, a crayfish appears, symbolizing the early stages of conscious unfoldment.

The wolf is nature’s untamed creation; the dog is the result of adaptation to life with man.
In the background, halfway up the path, are the twin towers Man has erected to protect himself from his hostile environment.

The Moon will lead him along the rugged path, past the towers, to the final heights of attainment, if he will be guided by her reflected light and listen to the voice of his subconscious.
Once again, the falling drops are Yods, representing the descent of the Life-force from above into material existence.

This is the key of sleep and dreams. The Moon’s three phases of intuition concern body, mind, and spirit.

The Moon Mother watches over the birth of Spirit into material manifestation.
The number 18 consists of the digits 1 and 8, which add up to 9, thus becoming the second 9 and indicating the second initiation.

The Hermit was the first 9 on the path.

The Fool is still on his journey—learning, falling back, and then again advancing.

Divinatory Meaning:
Intuition, imagination, deception. Unfoldment of latent psychic powers.
Unforeseen perils, secret foes. Bad luck for one you love.

Reversed:
Imagination will be harnessed by practical considerations. Storms will be weathered, peace gained at a cost. No risk should be taken.

Dascent Deck