5 OF WATER
Scorpio I – DISAPPOINTMENT
The Endless Cycle of Desire and the Disappointment from Unfulfillment
Affirmation: I accept loss as the beginning of emotional renewal.
Card Details
Zodiacal Longitude: 0°00’–9°59’ Scorpio (October 22/23 – October 31/November 1)
Decan: Mars in Scorpio
Sephira: Geburah
World: Briah
Color (Hex Code): #FA0000
Correspondences
Keys: The Awakener and The Regenerator
Planet (Mars): 2 of Fire, 9 of Air, 7 of Fire, 3 of Earth, 10 of Water
Decanic Sequence (5-6-7 of Water): 6 of Water and 7 of Water
Sephira (Geburah): 5 of Fire, 5 of Air, 5 of Earth
UPRIGHT: Loss of Pleasure, Sadness, Grief, Hopelessness, Sorrow
REVERSE: Acceptance, Resilience, Forgiveness, Hopefulness, Renewal
Meaning:
This decan compels us to recognize the recurring cycle of desire—the inherent cost and pleasure of embodied existence. Many people feel a profound longing, and realizing that complete satisfaction is unattainable creates an opportunity for deeper reflection of one’s relationship to that desire. Whether temporarily fulfilled or unfulfilled, everyone inevitably returns to the object of their longing. It is by acknowledging the pattern, that one gains perspective and agency within it. This decan represents the fulfillment of desire, a moment when deep hunger is satiated. Hunger can manifest in many forms—physical, emotional, or spiritual. The true strength lies in acquiring what you crave. But it raises important questions: What hardships are you willing to endure? What pain can you tolerate, and what are you willing to impose on others to achieve your goal? How ruthless will you be toward obstacles in your path?
Decanic Rulership: Mars
This decan emphasizes the persistent tenacity required to pursue one’s desires, reminding one that hunger—whether physical or a deeper yearning for knowledge, power, or pleasure—is an ever-returning force that can never be permanently satisfied. This decan is symbolic of hunger—wanting something and doing what is necessary to get it. Those born with Mars in this decan are formidable in their quest to fulfill their desires. Their determination can verge on relentless, with an unwavering focus on their goals. They have the capacity to secure nearly any ambition, but their victories can come at a high cost. The challenge lies in accurately evaluating the cost of realizing each desire prior to making a commitment. Desire cannot be conquered—only directed and managed. This decan reflects the pain of disappointment, either from unfulfilled desires or from realizing that what was gained does not bring the satisfaction one expected.
Myths:
This decan is associated with myths about intense yearning, the recurring nature of desire, and the sobering truth that complete satisfaction is unattainable.
