Law of ONE Tarot
78.33 You may well consider the very informative difference between a thing in itself and its relationships or functions. There is much study of archetype which is actually the study of functions, relationships, and correspondences. The study of planets, for instance, is an example of archetype seen as function. However, the archetypes are, first and most profoundly, things in themselves and the pondering of them and their purest relationships with each other should be the most useful foundation for the study of the archetypical mind.
Matrix 1 Mind –
In the mind complex the matrix may be described as Consciousness. It is to be noted that of itself consciousness is unmoved. The name of Magician is understandable when you consider that consciousness is the great foundation, mystery, and revelation which makes this particular density possible (3rd). The self-conscious entity is full of the magic of that which is to come. It may be considered first, for the mind is the first of the complexes to be developed by the student of spiritual evolution. The Matrix of Mind is that from which all comes. It is unmoving yet is the activator in potentiation of all mind activity. 8 Body – In the body the matrix may be seen as Balanced Working or Even Functioning. Note that here the matrix is always active with no means of being inactive. The Matrix of the Body may be seen to be a reflection in opposites of the mind; that is, unrestricted motion. 15 Spirit – The Night of the Soul, Primeval Darkness The Matrix of the spirit is what one may call the Night of the Soul or Primeval Darkness. Again we have that which is not capable of movement or work. The Matrix of the Spirit is difficult to characterize since the nature of spirit is less motile. One may see the Matrix as the deepest darkness. The nature of the spirit is so infinitely subtle that the fructifying influence of light upon the great darkness of the spirit is very often not as apparent as the darkness itself. The progress chosen by many adepts becomes a confused path as each adept attempts to use the Catalyst of the Spirit. There are few which are successful in grasping the light of the sun. By far, the majority of adepts remain groping in the moonlight. This light can deceive as well as uncover hidden mystery. Therefore, the melody, shall we say, of this matrix often seems to be of a negative and evil nature. It is also to be noted that an adept is one which has freed itself more and more from the constraints of the thoughts, opinions, and bonds of other-selves. Whether this is done for service to others or service to self, it is a necessary part of the awakening of the adept. This freedom is seen by those not free as what you would call evil or black. The magic is recognized; the nature is often not.Potentiator 2 Mind –
The potentiator of consciousness is the unconscious. This encompasses a vast realm of potential in the mind. The unconscious is what may be poetically described as High Priestess, and as potentiator for the mind is that principle which potentiates all experience. The Potentiator of the Mind is that great resource which may be seen as the sea into which the consciousness dips ever deeper and more thoroughly in order to create, ideate, and become more self-conscious. 9 Body – Wisdom, The Sage, The potentiator of the body complex may be called Wisdom for it is only through judgment that the unceasing activities and proclivities of the body complex may be experienced in useful modes. The Potentiator of the Body is that which, being informed, regulates activity. 16 Spirit – Lightning The potential power of this extremely receptive Matrix of the spirit is such that the potentiator may be seen as Lightning which is light in its sudden and fiery form. Potentiator of Spirit is the most sudden awakening, illuminating, and generative influence.Catalyst 3 Mind –
The Catalyst of the Mind is that which acts upon the conscious mind to change it. (the previous statement is “far too rigid, but perceives correct relationships”) It is loaded in a way so as to create polarization. It is through meditation that this catalyst is most efficiently used. The Catalyst of the Mind is perhaps confusedly called Empress although the intention of this nomer is the understanding that it represents the unconscious or female portion of the mind complex being first used or ennobled by the male or conscious portion of the mind. Thus the noble name. 10 Body – The Wheel of Fortune represents each catalyst which deals with the nature of those experiences entering the energy web and vibratory perceptions of the mind/body/spirit complex. This includes interactions with other-selves. The outside stimulus of the Wheel of Fortune is that which offers both positive and negative experience. 17 Spirit – Faith of Hope The process of disassociation (See 80.11-13). The illuminations of the Potentiator of the Spirit (Lightning) will begin to cause changes in the adept’s viewpoint.Experience 4 Mind –
The name of Emperor implies nobility. It is only through the catalyst which has been processed by the potentiated consciousness that experience may ensue. Thusly is the conscious mind ennobled by the use of the vast resources of the unconscious mind. 11 Body – The Experience of the Body represents the catalyst that has been processed by the mind/body/spirit complex. It is called the Enchantress because it produces further seed for growth. 18 Spirit – The Moon is manifest of influences upon the polarity of the adept. Even the most unhappy of experiences, shall we say, which seem to occur in the Catalyst of the adept, seen from the viewpoint of the spirit, may, with the discrimination possible in shadow, be worked with until light equaling the light of brightest noon descends upon the adept and positive or service-to-others illumination has occurred. The service-to-self adept will satisfy itself with the shadows and, grasping the light of day, will toss back the head in grim laughter, preferring the darkness.Significator 5 Mind –
The Hierophant is the Significator of the Mind complex, its very nature. The heart of the mind complex is that dynamic entity which absorbs, seeks, and attempts to learn. The Significator must needs become complex. The Hierophant is the original archetype of mind which has been made complex through the subtle movements of the conscious and unconscious. The complexities of mind were evolved rather than being the simple melding of experience from Potentiator to Matrix. The mind itself became an actor possessed of free will and, more especially, will. As the Significator of the mind, the Hierophant has the will to know, but what shall it do with its knowledge, and for what reasons does it seek? The potentials of a complex significator are manifold. 12 Body – The Hanged Man signifies the body's core nature as the instrument through which the choices of the mind and the polarization of the spirit are faithfully manifested and endured in the physical illusion. It is the witness and vehicle of these choices. The Hanged Man signifies the pivotal point of surrender or suspension preceding transformation. It is the state of readiness for Death's alchemy. 19 Spirit – The Sun is that living entity which either radiates or absorbs the love and the light of the One Infinite Creator. It radiates it to others or absorbs it for the self. (the following statement is “reasonably adequate”) This process of radiation or absorption is the measure of the power of the adept.Transformation 6 Mind –
, The Two Paths Here you may see the student of the mysteries being transformed by the need to choose betwixt the light and the dark in mind. 13 Body – With death the body is transformed to a higher-vibration body for additional learning. Additionally each moment and each day of the bodily incarnation offers death and rebirth to one which is attempting to use the catalyst which is offered it. 20 Spirit – (The Sarcophagus) The Sarcophagus (rebirth) may be seen to be the material world. This material world is transformed by the spirit into that which is infinite and eternal. The infinity of the spirit is an even greater realization than the infinity of consciousness, for consciousness which has been disciplined by will and faith is that consciousness which may contact intelligent infinity directly. There are many things which fall away in the many, many steps of adepthood. We walk these steps and praise the One Infinite Creator at each transformation.The Great Way 10 Mind –
The Path, the Way, or the Great Way of the Mind. Its foundation is a reflection and substantial summary of Archetypes One through Six. One may also see the Way of the Mind as showing the kingdom or fruits of appropriate travel through the mind in that the mind continues to move as majestically through the material it conceives of as a chariot drawn by royal lions or steeds. 14 Body – The Great Way of the Body must be seen, as are all the archetypes of the body, to be a mirror image of the thrust of the activity of the mind. The body is the creature of the mind and is the instrument of manifestation for the fruits of mind and spirit. Therefore, you may see the body as providing the athanor through which the alchemist manifests gold. 21 Spirit – The World represents contact with intelligent infinity and intelligent energy which is the Universe (called provincially “The World”). Intelligent energy is the energy of the Logos. It is the energy which heals, builds, removes, destroys, and transforms all other-selves as well as the self. The contact with intelligent infinity is most likely to produce an unspeakable joy in the entity experiencing such contact.The Choice 22 The Choice (Instead of
) The polarization or choosing of each mind/body/spirit is necessary for harvestability from third density. The higher densities do their work due to the polarity gained in this choice. The Choice is the work of a moment but is the axis upon which the creation turns.