The Tarot of Eli 2, LLC: Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot-Five of Cups & The Milo Manara Erotic Tarot- 5 of Water.

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Arthur Edward Waite is a well-known Western Hermetic Qabalists, and knew the Number 5 to be ruled by Geburah, a fiery Sephiroth of Severity, who is now in the Water Suit of Cups. There is a natural antipathy here, as fiery heat causes a natural disturbance in placid water. What is even more disturbing is the fact that this card is also attributed to Mars in the house of Scorpio. Scorpio is in its worst aspect with Mars, on this lowest plane of Geburah, which in this case, is the putrefying aspect of water. However, the powerful masculine aspect of Mars slows down the putrefaction so that it is internal and not external, frustrating the anticipated pleasure that is emotionally sought after.

While Waite is the surname of the man: the academic and mystic Arthur Edward Waite. It was only a couple of years later that some started calling this deck Rider-Waite Smith cards. Smith for Pamela Colman Smith, the other co-creator and artist of the deck. Waite's card displays this meaning of loss as a dark robed lord, whose head is hung in despair. His castle is in the background, the flowing river displaying the element of water and the bridge that connects the background to the foreground. The foreground shows the dark image with head bowed over the three overturned cups, spilling what looks to be wine or blood, while the two upright cups stand behind him. The overturned cups imply a battle with casualties and loss of what was loved while the upright imply the battle is won but the cost of winning is too much and brings despair instead of celebration.

All of us have 8 Light bodies that surround our "crystalized and or condensed /coagulated light body" we call physical. All is Energy influenced by Mind, and since we come from the Above Beginning of Light to the Coagulation of light Below, from the Above down these bodies are called (in English):

1. Super conscious (Supernal trinity in Qabalah).
2. Causal body (the Causation part of Mind).
3. Mental body (the image making aspect of mind).
4. The Emotional Body, (the emoting part of Mind).
5. The Astral Body (the enclosure that our personality can safely travel in the multi dimensions of the mental Astral planes of Liquid light).  
6. The Pranic Body, (the manifested vital life force/ energy of breath and animation).
7. The Etheric Body (A golden grid that surrounds the body, about an inch deep, that holds all the atoms in a physical form.
8. The Physical Form- made of the most condensed form of light and yet still 99,6% space.

Many authors, and many drawings, have shown these bodies in different names such as the Super Conscious is often called the Ketheric body and list the mental bodies as lower numbers. This is because of the errant fact they believe the body radiates the mind. It doesn't. It is a mental copy of the I AM's assumptions of Self. The I Am-Mind was long before physical bodies and is their inventor as "self-image" on multiple dimensions of the electromagnetic spectrum. The Mind dreams itself as the light/Energy bodies and the crystalized/coagulated physical. There are many aspects to the Mind, which we often call Unconscious (The Universal Collective Unconscious- womb of consciousness), Awake-Consciousness, and subconscious and their aspects. The body is the home of the subconscious, which is the "animal mind" of Earth, often called the survival mind. Hence, in the body's DNA, resides all the animal fears of the race. Conscious mastery, of this mind is primarily for "enlightenment". You are the Mind of I AM (not the false- personality that is run by fear-based thinking), that masters all forms of Self. You began in the "Big Bang", and your goal was to become the most intimate form of the Divine Creative you could manifest as a "self-image". Even the DNA of the human body has been argued as older than the earth: the earth is about 3.8 billion years old, while your DNA has been theorized to be 9.6 billion years old. Hence, the DNA of the Human is Celestial not planetary.

Most texts on the human aura only list 7 light bodies, completely ignoring the fact that the human form is made of "condensed or coagulated bio-protons" which means it is of coagulated Light (Alchemy). The Truth being the Great I Am, wished to be. In Western Hermetic Qabalah, this I AM-is called the god- name of Eheieh, which means "I Will Be". The physical body supplies that intimacy of "Being", so necessary for joy, love, wonder and the experience of "in-form-action", that makes data/information into knowledge. Spiritual bodies are All Light bodies, and the Spirit wishes to be physical. Hence, a Qabalist understands that the Body is the "House of the True Heart". Therefore, being a sacred place of the "holy grail" and/or a sacred temple of Spirit.

No matter how many light bodies are numbered or named, with this card one is shown as emoting disappointment as what was thought to bring pleasure does not, and the person is disturbed; Expectations were not met, and emotional disappointment prevails. This card represents some of the most difficult and painful of human experiences. Here there is trouble of all sorts and an may even be an incurable illness. Indecision may result as a person is most dangerously subject to the whims and influence of others.

The Erotic Tarot- 5 of Cups seems to be a sink or swim card. Here a young woman is showing a fear of water, and her tutor seems disappointed in her inability to cope while being distracted by her underwater nakedness. Here she must fight her fear if she wishes to evolve / move forward. Water is the element of this card and emotions are associated with this element, as is the Moon and the Yoni.

According to Milo Manara this card is about:

• Fear.
• Avoidance of unpleasant issues.
• Reassurance.

Astrological meaning is attributed to Scorpio and Mars:

• The need to struggle.
• To evolve or fight intensely.
• Secretly. 

The Manara Tarot- 5 of Water indicates that this is not always a devastating card, but disappointing nonetheless, as the Spirit points out to us that dependency on/or expecting, other persons, places, or events to make us happy, breeds disappointment.

Mars in the house of Scorpio is a powerful and intense placement in astrology.

1. Intensity: Mars represents action, energy, and drive, and when placed in Scorpio, the sign of deep transformation and intensity, it amplifies these qualities. Individuals with this placement tend to approach their goals with great intensity and determination.

2. Passion: Scorpio is known for its passion, and Mars here intensifies that passion. People with Mars in Scorpio are passionate about their desires and pursuits, which can make them very focused and persistent in achieving their goals.

3. Determination: Mars in Scorpio individuals are determined and unwavering in their pursuits. They are not easily swayed from their path and are willing to put in the effort required to achieve their objectives, no matter how challenging.

4. Sexuality: Scorpio is a sign associated with sexuality and sensuality, and Mars in Scorpio individuals may have a strong and passionate sexual nature. They can be very intense and deeply connected in their intimate relationships.

5. Resilience: Scorpio is a fixed sign, and Mars in this position gives individuals a great deal of resilience. They have the ability to bounce back from setbacks and are not easily defeated by obstacles or adversity.

6. Investigative Mind: Scorpio is also associated with investigation and uncovering hidden truths. Those with Mars in Scorpio may have a natural inclination toward research, detective work, or anything that involves digging beneath the surface to discover hidden information.

7. Emotional Depth: This placement can bring emotional depth and intensity to one's actions. Mars in Scorpio individuals may have a powerful emotional drive that fuels their actions and decision-making.

8. Jealousy and Possessiveness: On the downside, the intensity of Scorpio can also manifest as jealousy and possessiveness. Mars in Scorpio individuals may need to be mindful of these tendencies in their relationships.

9. Power and Control: Scorpio is associated with power and control, and Mars here can make individuals highly attuned to power dynamics. They may have a desire to be in control of situations and may excel in leadership roles.

10. Transformation: Ultimately, Mars in Scorpio can lead to profound personal transformation. It encourages individuals to confront their own desires, fears, and limitations, leading to a process of inner growth and change.

Remember that the exact influence of Mars in Scorpio can vary depending on other factors in your natal chart, such as aspects and house placements. If you have specific questions or need a more detailed analysis, it's a good idea to consult with a professional astrologer who can provide personalized insights based on your complete birth chart.

Look inward to find happiness as Happiness of the Divine Creative built us to be Us and we don't need to seek happiness any more than a fish swimming in the ocean needs to seek water. There is joy in the breath as spirit dances in and around you- as Itself. Happiness is made manifest as "I AM".

Being highly emotional, the Five of Cups or Five of Water tells the reader that the querent is experiencing:

• Disappointment in love and marriage. 
• Unkindness from friends, whether the querent deserves it or not, as shown by accompanying cards.
• The end of pleasure, sorrow, and the loss of things from which pleasure is expected.
• Sadness, deceit, treachery, ill-will, detraction and ill requited charity and kindness.
• Will be or is trouble from unexpected sources.
• Death of what was loved. This is one of the cards that could mean death of a loved one, depending on the support of such a supposition by the accompany cards.

If reversed and/or ill dignified by the surrounding cards in the layout:

• News.
• Alliances.
• Affinity.
• Consanguinity. 
• Ancestry.
• Return.
• False projects.

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