Here’s a Tarot Secret No One Knows About
When you add up all the card’s Roman numerals in the Rider-Waite tarot deck you get 451. This number is significant because it’s the gematria (Hebrew numerology) value of the name Ishmael. The name Ishmael means ‘he will listen’ or ‘God listens’, and can signify ‘he will listen to God.’
The picture above shows the Tarot Grid (or Tarot Wheel) which arranges the tarot cards from least to greatest value in a descending order based on their Roman numerals and suit values. This forges the spiritual path the Fool traverses along his journey of self-discovery.
The Fool’s journey begins at the top of the Grid at the Ace of Wands and then ends at the World card located at the bottom. From the World card the Fool receives his award for finishing the journey, symbolized with the laurel wreath, which is given to winning horses of a horse race. This wreath acts like an ouroboros or a snake that eats its own tail, representing how when one cycle ends a new one begins. And then, the Fool transitions back up to the top of the Grid where he begins the next journey (or chapter or phase).
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The Fool can be seen as embarking on a new journey or having just returned from one. You see, the Fool is assigned to the Hebrew letter Aleph. And on his shirt is the letter Shin. Aleph Shin spells the Hebrew word Aish, meaning fire. This fire is the spark within the Fool, which is ignited within all of us, that gives us the confidence boost we need in order to step outside our comfort zones. This fire within sparks passion, desire, curiosity, and urges us to step out of our complacency. Furthermore, Shin is the first letter in the word Shuva, meaning return, suggesting the Fool will eventually return to the place he started from. Although, he will be different, meaning he will have grown stronger, wiser, and developed his character. The letter Shin when spelled out in word form has a gematria value of 360, just like a circle that’s 360 degrees, indicating how the Fool will eventually arrive at full-circle after completing his journey. In addition to this, the Fool is assigned to the number zero, which is also a 360 degree circle. The term teshuva is often translated as ‘repentance’, which goes along the idea of arriving at full-circle as a new and better, perhaps redeemed person from how you were remembered.
The spiritual journey is one that is traveled alone. It can be taxing and filled with challenges that continue to test your character. The Fool being assigned to Aleph as well as the sefirah Da’at is an interesting combination. For instance, the Aleph is a silent letter and Da’at is the invisible sefirah on the Tree of Life. This alludes to how the Fool feels invisible and as though his voice is not heard or respected as he steps out into the world. It’s just he and God. And it’s his communication with God (the Universe, the Light, the Creator) which makes him feel less alone in the world. Whenever lost, the Fool will call upon God for advice, and God will listen. And the Fool will remain open to receive God’s intuitive advice, which will help guide the Fool along the path of life.
God speaks to us through other people. We should be open to others’ advice. Not everyone should be trusted. You will know who to trust, because you will feel it. Maintaining a connection with the Light empowers your sense of discernment. When God sends us the right people, we intuitively just know in our hearts that we can trust them.
Along the Tarot Grid’s path, the Fool will find life advice, obtain practical knowledge, and discover how to manifest prosperity. Although, the spiritual path isn’t easy. You will be faced with many challenges that force you to confront your biggest fears. As we follow this path, we find that the biggest obstacle we’re faced up against is ourselves. Along the path, we discover our authentic selves. And because we must embark on this journey alone, it seems to defy our character. However, we are truly never alone as long as we stay connected to the Light of the Creator and listen to the advice found within the tarot cards.
-Grant Isaac
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