QUEEN OF CUPS

Mama Cocha: Jncan

Meaning

expressive, affectionate, emotional, harmonious with inner life and psychic energy, compassionate and comforting

Symbols

The movement of the water represents active psychic energy. The ebbing tides upon the sandy shore contrast sharply with the crashing waves and mirror the expressive side of our inner being. The swimming dolphin merges with the goddess and the waters. Its ability to communicate through echolocation (reverberations emanating from its melon or forehead) brings it in perfect balance with its environment. Dolphins are considered psy-chopomps and are thought to possess great intelligence and intu­itive powers. The fish are symbols of renewal and the crab is a symbol of regeneration. It has the keen ability to locate water. The spirals represent the omnipresent flow of energy. The three sea-shells on the goddess's belt are beautifully formed and represent the natural treasures born from the power of the ocean. The conch shell is multitudinous with its seemingly endless spirals. The god­dess wears a head- and armband, symbols of eternity and the one­ness with all the creatures of the ocean. There is a triskelion design on her face, signifying the continuous nature of birth, death, and rebirth. The delicate ecological balance achieved by the food chains of the oceanic worlds exemplifies this.

Description

Mama Cocha is the Incan goddess of the ocean. Revered by fishermen, she provided bountiful food from her watery realm. She is one of the oldest divinities of ancient Peru­vian cultures. She was the giver of water and rain and provided nourishment and good health to all those that worshiped her. Mama Cocha was the sister/wife of Viracochas. Her name trans­lates to "mother of the sea." Her influence was primarily situated in coastal areas, where her provisions were vital to the survival of the fishing communities.

Mama Cocha's harmonious role as presider of the oceans serves to show us that we, too, can become more connected with our own inner psychic life. The waters of the unconscious are teeming with life and insights into past, present, and future. By learning how to connect with this inner life, we can learn to become more in tune with our own intuitive energy. We can develop the ability to become more empathic and connected to those around us. This is a time to nurture the intuitive function and to become more sensitive and aware of our environment.

KING OF CUPS

Poseidon: Greek

Meaning

connection with nature, thoughtful leadership, social responsibility

Symbols

The god is holding a cup and meditating on oceanic life. The animals merge in a radiating swirl and enable the god to connect with a deeper, more contemplative part of his being. The seahorse is a symbol of swift movement. The seal represents the individual. The intelligent dolphin swims in the upper reaches of the psyche. It helps to direct emotional energies for a productive outcome and it connects us with spirit and the ability to see beyond the surface. The myriad fish represent the diversity of the oceanic biosphere. They are procreative, swift, and flow with the currents of our emotional responses. The octopus clings to rocks below. Past experiences, good or bad, can serve us as a means of inspiration. The internal library of experience can be a wonderful resource for creative ideas. The swirl of the god's beard represents strength. Its illuminating light is an indication that heart and soul can direct emotional energies in productive ways.

Description

Poseidon was the Greek god of the sea associated with fertility. He created islands, lakes, and all manner of new geo­graphical landscapes. Poseidon's companion animal was the dol­phin. He inherited the realm of the oceans after his father relin­quished power over the worlds to his sons. Zeus claimed the sky, Hades assumed the throne in the underworld, and Poseidon took possession of the seas.

Like many of the Greek gods, Poseidon had a tempestuous side to his personality. If he was sanguine, he would create favorable oceanic conditions for sea travelers, but if he was of ill temper, he would churn up the waters and create inclement conditions. Sometimes his anger would manifest into earthquakes and violent storms.

Poseidon was the undisputable god of the ocean, with his cen­ter of worship originating in the Aegean Sea. But he did lose a contest to Athena after her offer of the olive branch to the people was considered more useful than his offer of the salty sea water.

Poseidon exercised procreative powers and the ability to con­nect with marine life. If you find yourself in a position of author­ity, remember to stay connected. Try to remember the needs of others when making decisions. It is important not to lose emo­tional equilibrium when deliberating choices that will have long-lasting impact. This is a time to become socially aware by avoiding the pitfalls of isolated thinking.

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