Path #13
22 Paths of the Tree of Life / Path 13
Path of Intimacy – The Way of Transformation
Qualities
Transformation, intensity, dealing with death, inheritance, sexuality, healing, criminal behavior, death and resurrection, dangers coming from outside, change that is forced by external circumstances.
Description
This path links BEAUTY and ETERNITY on a road designed to enhance transformation. Any kind of transformation involves a bit of death and destruction as we clear out the old and plant the new. Every death, however, is followed by a birth, by regeneration. Secrets, investigation, research, intimacy and sexuality call for attention here. This road teaches that nothing lasts forever, not even beauty. It should be respected for its great abilities both to heal and destroy. It teaches the importance of working with and combining other people’s talents and money to further a higher aim.
Affirmation
I accept death, knowing it would lead to a rebirth. I am guided by life to a deeper intimacy with the hidden parts of my soul.
Psalms 119: 105-112
“Thy word is lamp unto my feet and light unto my path.”
Astrological Aspect
Scorpio
Card
The DEATH card does not denote a literal physical death. It symbolizes the need for transformation and change. It signifies the death of a situation or attitude more then the passing of a person. Remember that all death holds the seed of rebirth inside.
Challenges
Fear of death, fear of change, fear of intimacy. Hyper-sexuality,
jealousy, possessiveness, emotional manipulation and abuse.
Hebrew Letter
נ Nun means “a fish” in Aramaic, an ancient language that resembles Hebrew. It evokes the fish that swims in the deep dark seas, the deep ocean that symbolizes intimacy and intense emotional energy.
