Tarot has been a part of Barbara Moore's personal and professional lives for nearly twenty years. Right from the start, tarot intrigued her with its marvelous blending of mythology, psychology, art, history, mystery, and magic. She has studied under...
The lion represents the practical, assertive, or even aggressive side of our will. It is usually the ruler of us and often serves us well, but such strong approaches are not always advantageous to the situation. A quieting, controlling influence creates another kind of power altogether. This type of strength can be respected without being feared. The gentle open hand transfers peace, soothing the situation. Interestingly, this card almost always features a female figure calming the beast, representing feminine energy. She usually touches his head—that is, she calms his thoughts and probably guides them in another direction, thereby taking control and redirecting the situation.
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The Universal Waite Strength card shows the connection between gentleness and the flow of divine power by picturing a lemniscate over the woman's head. Her white gown indicates the purity of her intention. The lion's mouth is the center of the image, a focal point. He is being loud and dangerous. She says, "Hush now, be quiet, be calm."
Core meaning: Calm control that soothes the situation.
The Legacy card also shows a connection with divine power. The woman touches the animals on their heads, which light up. Their crown chakras have been activated, allowing them connection with divinity. Her influence allows them to know a kind of peace and power they weren't aware of before.
In the Shadowscapes card, different types of strength are shown by the presence of the lion and of the cats. The woman touches the lion's head, quieting his mind. She is also touching his mouth, helping control his destructive inclinations. The swan on the lion's back reminds us that this kind of strength is transformative both to those who experience it and to situations, turning a potentially ugly one into something more pleasant.
