Strength
Strength is often depicted as a woman gently holding the jaws of a lion. Note that she isn't wrestling the beast into submission; she is taming it with compassion and quiet confidence. This card redefines what it means to be "strong." It's not about brute force or aggression. It's about emotional fortitude and the ability to endure.
The "lion" represents our primal instincts: anger, fear, lust, desire. We all have a beast inside. The Strength card asks you not to cage your beast, but to befriend it. When you accept your shadow side, it ceases to control you.
This card appears when you need patience. You might be dealing with a difficult person or a situation that requires a soft touch rather than a hammer. It reminds you that you have a reservoir of inner resilience that is deeper than you know. Grace under pressure is your superpower right now.
I. Temporal Meanings
Past Position
You have handled a difficult situation with grace and maturity. You faced your fears or controlled your impulses, leading to personal growth.
Present Position
You are being called to be patient and compassionate—especially with yourself. Do not force the outcome. Influence the situation through steady, calm presence.
Future Position
You will master your fears and instincts. A challenge is coming that will require inner strength, but you will prevail through patience, not force.
II. Life Contexts
Diplomacy is your best tool. Use soft power. Persuade others by listening and understanding their motivations rather than issuing demands.
Patience and understanding are key. It may signify a relationship where one partner supports the other through a tough time. Love conquers the 'beast' of ego.
Vitality and recovery. If you have been ill, this card is a strong sign of returning health. It suggests a holistic approach—healing from the inside out.
What does Strength mean for you?
Generic meanings are just the start. See how this card interacts with your unique energy in a live spread.
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