Ten of Arrows
Greenwood Tarot
Art by Chesca Potter with writing by Marc Ryan
July 2-3, 2022: Ten of Arrows--as imagined by artist Chesca Potter and writer Marc Ryan for Greenwood Tarot--bears no resemblance to classical Tarot's familiar Ten of Swords; its meaning is radically different. Rather than the stark finality of the slaughter imaged by Pamela Colman Smith and those who follow her lead, Potter's painting shows a parent guiding a young child in learning how to shoot an arrow. Their clothing identifies them as members of a traditional society, one in which learning how to feed and skillfully care for and protect oneself and one's community is a matter of life or death.
Our CARD OF THE WEEKEND, then, speaks to the importance of wise guidance, expert teaching, and mentorship, especially as we all navigate times of challenge, confusion, and threat. And when we think of matters of protection and survival, the meaning of this card for you can be metaphorical or literal.
Having people in our lives who have walked difficult paths, knowing the rough patches as well as the sources of refreshment and grace, will be critical. Who are your teachers? Your role models? To whom do you or can you turn when it's time to make your next move?
Or perhaps the card might be talking about you. You have been serving or will serve in that important role for someone else.
The card can also suggest that it's time for someone to pass their knowledge, skills, and/or responsibilities along to someone else--or, at least, prepare them for the time when they will assume a more advanced status in the workplace, community, or family. Again, you could be either the teacher or the taught.
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