AIR OF AIR

RWS Description: A warrior charges forward on horse in windy weather. There is movement in the clouds and treetops. He holds the reins with his gloved left hand and his bare right hand holds a sword to the sky. Five birds fly above. There are bird emblems on both the warrior and the horse, and the horse is also decorated with butterflies. There are red feathers on the helmet.

RWS Symbols

One bare hand: Dexterity

Gloved hand: Protection

Keywords

UPRIGHT: Inspiration, Versatility, Clever, Communication, Intelligence

REVERSE: Arrogant, Lack of Commitment, Miscommunication, Superficiality, Overthinking

Interpretation: Air of Air disperses information and ideas, facilitating communication, curiosity, and the exchange of knowledge, ensuring swift movement of thoughts and concepts. Air of Air disseminate information effectively, fostering curiosity and facilitating the exchange of knowledge.

Correspondences

Key: The Lovers

Sephira (Tiphareth) – Specific Air: Air of Fire, Air of Water, Air of Earth

Elemental Powers of Air: Fire of Air, Water of Air, Earth of Air

Decanic Sequence: 8 of Air, 9 of Air, 10 of Air

Card Details

Tree of Life (Tiphareth in Yetzirah): The Knight of Swords corresponds to Tiphareth in Yetzirah. In the Astral World, Tiphareth represents Specific Air in the World of Air.

Sephira (Tiphareth): All Specific Air deals with universal harmony from elemental mastery, and correspond to the sixth sephira, Tiphareth or “Beauty.” Tiphareth is associated with the Sun. The Sun, which sustains and illuminates Earth, represents the Light of the Soul and mastery over the four elemental aspects of Personality. The Sun archetype radiates life and vitality, sparking one’s unique journey to reach their highest creative potential through self-expression.

World (Yetzirah): All Swords correspond to the third of four worlds, Yetzirah (“The World of Formation”), which is also called the formative world. The element associated with the World of Yetzirah is air.

The Story of Air: The element of air, traditionally symbolized by the suit of swords in the Tarot system, embodies the preeminent power of the intellect. The astrological air signs are renowned for their exceptional cognitive abilities, encompassing critical thinking and articulate expression. The intellect, a quintessential quality intrinsic to the air element, facilitates the processes of analysis, division, and the incisive capacity to cut through complexities when confronted with intricate problems that necessitate rational and discerning solutions. The narratives and stories aligned with the air element revolve thematically around the exploration of confronting and resolving challenges through the strategic application of mental faculties.

Time of Year: May 20/21 – June 20/21

Zodiacal Longitude: 0°00’–29°59’ Gemini

Color (Hex Code): #FDC010