8 OF EARTH
Virgo I – PRUDENCE
Careful Awareness and Dedicated Stewardship of the Natural World
Affirmation: I dedicate myself to mastery through mindful effort and daily practice.
Card Details
Zodiacal Longitude: 0°00’–9°59’ Virgo (August 23/24- September 1/2)
Decan: Sun in Virgo
Sephira: Hod
World: Assiah
Color (Hex Code): #CC5500
Correspondences
Keys: The Illuminator and The Sage
Planet (Sun): 3 of Fire, 10 of Air, 6 of Water, 4 of Earth
Sequence (8-9-10 of Earth): 9 of Earth and 10 of Earth
Sephira (Hod): 8 of Fire, 8 of Water, 8 of Air
UPRIGHT: Expertise, Meticulous, Craftsmanship, Diligence, Competence
REVERSE: Mediocrity, Disorganized, Idle, Distractible, Uninspired
Meaning:
Through reverent observation, the figures of this decan gain insight into the deeper processes of nature. There is willingness to get to know how things work before asserting oneself. By the nature of the task, one is compelled to adopt an attentive and diligent approach. This decan’s propensity for fruitful work stems from the capacity for humble observation and diligent stewardship of the created world.
Decanic Rulership: The Sun
This decan represents not an intense or overpowering solar force, but a gentle, sustained awareness. Individuals with the Sun in the first decan of Virgo tend to be thoughtful, observant, and perceptive. There is a willingness watch how things really work. These individuals are typically humble and captivated by the complexity of existence. This decan signifies a focus on detail and a humble dedication to the craft, for the old apprentice is willing to return to first principles.
Myths:
This decan is associated with myths about humble observation, patient stewardship, and diligent care in working with natural processes.
