Imbolc Tarot Spread (Patreon)

Hey witches! Trying to play a little bit of catch up here between the tarot readings, printables, planetary and moon phase calendars and trackers! Thank you so much for your patience! Here is a new spread for Imbolc and again, as I’ve mentioned in the previous post, still learning how to read tarot because fairly new at this, too! Not super comfortable memorizing all of the meanings and making my own interpretations, so the sources for the descriptions will be listed below.

Card 1: The Devil Reversed

What is dormant that should be plowed under?

The upside down meaning of the Devil card can be the moment when an individual becomes self-aware and breaks all of the chains that come with addiction and poor habits. It might be because they are tired of running in circles and are in need of change.

But one thing is usually clear – breaking off these chains, especially those of addiction is never easy. So, one has to be prepared to make the necessary changes that might initially seem painful to make the adjustments that will pay off in the end by being able to find your true self again.

Self-assessment is called for in this case and the individual needs to take some time and list all of the things that they need to get rid of. And once that has been done, and then it would be time for them to embark on the difficult journey of self-improvement.

Card 2: The Hierophant

What do you want to try and grow?

The Hierophant card represents an established set of spiritual values and beliefs and is often correlated with religion and other formal doctrines. Before you can discover your own belief systems and make your own choices (as associated with the next card, the Lovers), the Hierophant encourages you to learn the fundamental principles from a trusted source.

For instance, say you are just starting out with your craft and you’re not sure which path you should take or what your own belief system may be. Learn the fundamentals from quality and trusted sources first to form your own opinions. This is how you can grow your own spiritual beliefs and discovering your own spiritual self. Learn the traditions and the wisdom from reliable sources and formulate your own opinion in that way.

Work with a teacher, mentor, or guide to teach you about spiritual values and beliefs in a structured way. He or she may be an authority or a kind and generous mentor who nurtures your spiritual awareness and helps you access the Divine by understanding the traditions and core principles. You may also undertake a period of formal study as you delve into a subject that has been widely explored and documented.

If you have already mastered a particular field of study, you may be taking on the role of teacher and mentor to others. In this position, you honour and acknowledge your responsibility to share your knowledge in a structured way, one that respects the age-old traditions.

The Hierophant‘s arrival suggests you are following convention and staying within the bounds of a ‘tried and tested’ model. You are not yet willing to go out on a limb or offer any new and innovative ideas. Instead, you adhere to the key principles and rules that you know will lead to a successful result.

The Hierophant may call you to honour family traditions or sacred rituals that sit neglected. You are being asked to commit to spiritual practice in its most wholesome form – no customisation, no adaptation, no bending the rules. If you have been lacking ritual and tradition, create a regular practice such as daily prayer or saying grace before a meal. Consider exploring your spiritual or religious heritage.

The Hierophant Tarot card often speaks to group membership or being part of an institution. You may enjoy a deep sense of comfort being surrounded by people who have well-established belief systems and explicit values. Finding them may be as significant as exploring a new church or religious group, or as simple as joining a gym or online Tarot community. This card is about identifying with others and a way of thinking that will prompt further learning.

Card 3: Three of Pentacles Reversed

What seeds could be planted for this to occur?

The Three of Pentacles reversal meaning indicates that there is lack of team work; it shows that people are working against each other and undermining the project along the way. There seems to be too much competition between them - each person is trying to display superiority. This result to scarcity of resources - too many people are viewing their project partners as competitors.

When you are in such a team, it is good to ensure that you try as much as possible to inspire camaraderie. With this constant bickering, it is hard for the projects in the reversed Three of Pentacles to come into completion. You may find that people are not listening to others, and everyone is working for themselves. This difference in motives and ambitions yields complications. If you can be the first to reach out and give everyone a chance to be heard and considered, perhaps this project has a chance to move forward.

Card 4: Four of Wands Reversed

What new growth may you expect?

If the upright position of the card reflects balance, stability, and harmony, the reversal position of Four of Wands implies that there is a breakdown or complete lack of harmony in your family or in your home. It’s highly likely that there is a lot of tension between the members of your family or other loved ones. If you have completed something that is important to you, you are expecting to share it with those that are closest to you, and to come home to a welcome celebration, but instead, you find a lack of support. This may leave you feeling rather uncertain when it comes to your own relationships as well as the things that you can and cannot depend on. You may find me new growth with how to handle this lack of harmony by either learning how to compromise or even cutting ties with toxic people.

Sources:

https://labyrinthos.co/blogs/tarot-card-meanings-list/three-of-pentacles-meaning-tarot-card-meanings

https://www.biddytarot.com/tarot-card-meanings/major-arcana/hierophant/

https://labyrinthos.co/blogs/tarot-card-meanings-list/four-of-wands-meaning-tarot-card-meanings

https://labyrinthos.co/blogs/tarot-card-meanings-list/the-devil-meaning-major-arcana-tarot-card-meanings