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The Hanged Man (Tarot Card 12) Offers Insights to Strength (Card 8)
Published: 2019/02/14   Author: September Rabbit   Source: network
The rope restricts "The Hanged Man's" movement, but cannot stop his thinking. Sometimes changing your perspective can make many things much simpler. At the same time, "The Hanged Man" also represents compassion and sympathy. He sacrifices himself to fulfill others. Want to do a divination with the Rider-Waite Tarot? Then come to Huayi Divination Network and check out the related content of the Rider-Waite Tarot section!

Basic Information about The Hanged Man Card

Card Name: The Hanged Man
Corresponding Card: 8 Strength
Corresponding Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Corresponding Figure: Prometheus
Element: Water
Key Words: Sacrifice, Waiting, Self-restraint, Retreating to Advance, Changing Perspectives
Supporting Cards: The Fool, The High Priestess, Strength, Swords Four, Swords Ten

Card Description

In the picture, a man has his hands tied behind his back and is hanged upside down on a T-shaped tree trunk. His tied hands form a triangle, and his legs are crossed into a cross, together forming a alchemical symbol in Western alchemy. This indicates the completion of a great endeavor and also implies a process from lower desires to moral elevation. The color changes from top to bottom (red pants, blue shirt, and golden halo) correspond with the three-tiered headpiece of a clergyman and the three concentric circles in the Wheel of Fortune, representing the three levels of body, mind, and spirit. However, the order of these elements highlights the significance of changing perspectives. The golden shoes on his feet not only indicate the lofty sacrifice of the hanged man but also predict the position of the spirit (i.e., morality), emphasizing that even when changing perspectives, morality should always come first.
Interpretation of the Card: He is the embodiment of Odin, who, in pursuit of knowledge, faced trials and sacrificed himself by hanging on a tree. He did not feel pain but silently reflected in this terrible situation. As long as you endure, your dedication will eventually be rewarded.
Upright Position
You know what you are holding on to, and you clearly understand the hope within your heart. You are waiting for the outcome, although this period is long and difficult. Most people cannot understand your actions, but you don't need to care about their opinions because your actions are correct. You have learned to look at issues from another angle. In a relationship, you take very good care of the other person, and you are concerned about all aspects. Although it is tiring, it is something you choose.
Reversed Position
You cannot remain composed and always want to see results, but unfortunately, you have received no results at all. You gradually become unwilling to put in effort and hard work for others' matters. You prefer to protect yourself. When doing things, you are too hasty and often give up before the matter yields any result. In a relationship, you become a complete giver, but if possible, you should stop this endless giving, because your efforts will always be in vain.
Advice from The Hanged Man to Strength
If you are in a bottleneck period, you should pay more attention to regulating your emotions, especially avoiding being rigid and closed-minded in your thoughts. You should view your current situation from various angles.
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