two aeons will not co-exist
as the younger one defies the limits of the one before
between one state or another ๋࣭⭑
scatter the moment that takes them apart
yet to awake from the slumber
whose mind is there to witness that
no time flows in waves less perfect than light ⴵ
and
no ocean can swallow the fire already inside
no star to vanish, as it is still seen and remembered
not a single change that leaves the world undisturbed.
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symbolism:
fire ☄
willing sacrifice - surrendering for growth
higher consciousness & awakening ࣪ ִֶָ☾.
not rebirth, but ascension through change
trusting intuition while facing ups and downs
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this card is particularly intriguing in its meaning and symbolism. not only is it a rendering of the "judgment" card, but it is also an upgrade in both meaning and potency. i believe crowley wanted to emphasize how this card's significance can manifest on a larger scale, aligning with foreseen shifts in human consciousness. while this card plays a crucial role in the philosophy of the aeon of thoth, i want to focus on how it shifts the script on an individual level.
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while card xx typically directs our attention to a turning point, completion, or leveling up—often linked to divine intervention—the aeon card takes a slightly different approach. here, we still find the same evolutionary impulse, but it emerges from a deep internal calling. we are reminded that we do not need to wait for a final summons; rather, we should align our intentions with our divine will—our thelema—whenever we truly feel it merging within us.
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though receiving signs and support is undoubtedly a blessing, they amount to nothing if we do not actively work to integrate them into our lives. every small step matters, as it reflects the truth that significant change does not happen overnight—rather, glimpses of transformation appear as part of the process.
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in the same vein, the imagery of this card reflects the individual’s place within the grand cosmological play, raising a decisive question about our ability to adapt and embrace the power of time.
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self-reflection prompts
is it time to start a new chapter?
what do you do when you feel stuck?
are you noticing any signs pointing you toward a different path?
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