Temperance
调和, 耐心, 中庸
Major Arcana
Sagittarius
XIV
Card Meaning
Temperance is the wisdom of blending and integration that the Fool discovers after the storm of Death, symbolizing balance, patience, and the middle way. An angel pours water between two cups, reminding us that life's beauty is not found in extremes, but in the harmonious flow and inner peace discovered between opposites.
Upright
Upright Temperance: energy flows openly; act with clarity and confidence.
Reversed
Reversed Temperance: resistance or imbalance; pause and realign your approach.
Symbolism
The angel stands with one foot in water and one on land, symbolizing the link between subconscious and conscious worlds. The square within a triangle on the chest represents the alchemical union of fire and water. The winding road behind and irises on the rainbow suggest hope and blessing achieved through measured harmony.
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