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The Strength card shows us we can learn to create a balance between our spiritual and carnal natures.
A young woman wears a garland of spring flowers on her head, and above her floats the symbol of Eternal Life, which shows us that she has great spiritual power. She demonstrates this power and her great courage by controlling a lion, which represents the lower nature of mankind. Her white robe indicates her own purity, and around the waist she wears a belt of roses, symbolizing the union of desires.
Shown upright, the Strength card reminds us that we are in sight of our goals, and that spiritual power can help us overcome material desires. Be patient and persevere, and eventually your force of character will shine through. The lighter nature of love will triumph over the evil of our base instincts.
When this card appears in the reversed position, it can often indicate someone whose life is ruled by material gain, rather than emotional or spiritual balance. There is a need to seek reassurance from others, because of a lack of moral fortitude and fear of the unknown power in ourselves.
Shown upright, the Strength card reminds us that we are in sight of our goals, and that spiritual power can help us overcome material desires. Be patient and persevere, and eventually your force of character will shine through. The lighter nature of love will triumph over the evil of our base instincts.
When this card appears in the reversed position, it can often indicate someone whose life is ruled by material gain, rather than emotional or spiritual balance. There is a need to seek reassurance from others, because of a lack of moral fortitude and fear of the unknown power in ourselves.