THE CHARIOT == BASSNECTAR

Conquest ——- Honor ——- Victory ——- Energy

Egocentrism ——- Self-confidence ——- Conviction ——- Anxiety

Willpower ——- Self-assertion ——- Hard control ——- Discipline

Inflexibility ——- Success ——- Wealth ——- Recognition

Impulsivity ——- Command ——- Bravery ——- Pride

A powerful, princely figure sits in a swift chariot, pulled usually by two sphinxes or horses. There is often a black and white motif, for example one of the steeds may be black and the other white. The figure may be crowned or helmeted, and is winged in some representations. He or she may hold a sword or wand, or other masculine symbol. The Thoth Tarot deck has the figure controlling four different animals, representing the four elements.

ACTIONS

achieving victory

reaching your goal

winning

being successful

dominating

coming out on top

beating the competition

using your will

being determined to succeed

focusing your intent

rising above temptation

letting nothing distract you

sustaining an effort

concentrating your energies

fixing on a goal

asserting yourself

being ego-focused

establishing an identify

knowing who you are

feeling self-confident

having faith in yourself

looking out for your interests

achieving hard control

mastering emotions

curbing impulses

maintaining discipline

holding in anger

getting your way

assuming the reins of power

showing authority

DESCRIPTION

Picture Julius Caesar riding his chariot triumphantly into Rome. He has defeated his enemies and conquered vast, new lands. This is the spirit of the Chariot. Card 7 represents the victories that are possible through willpower and self-mastery. A military image is appropriate for the Chariot because this card stands for the strengths associated with combat - discipline, grit, determination and assertiveness.

The Chariot represents the positive aspects of the ego. A healthy ego is one that is strong and self-assured. It knows what it wants and how to get it. We can get annoyed at someone whose ego is too healthy, but we often turn to that person to lead us through difficult moments. We know he or she won’t be wishy-washy.

In readings, the Chariot often appears when hard control is or could be in evidence. At its best, hard control is not brutal, but firm and direct. It is backed up by a strong will and great confidence. The Chariot can mean self-control or control of the environment. This card also represents victory. There are many types of wins; the Chariot’s is of the win-lose type. Your success comes from beating the competition to become number one. Such moments are glorious in the right circumstances.

AND BASSNECTAR IS DONE. Onwards to others! One down, 21 to go!

Part of my EDM Arcana Major project :)