VIII · Major Arcana · Leo
Strength
A gentleness strong enough to hold the lion.
courage · compassion · inner strength · patience · self-control
Upright
Power expressed through gentleness. Strength tames the lion not by force but by patience, compassion, and quiet courage.
Reversed — a courage worn thin, or a temper let loose
Self-doubt, raw emotion, or force used where softness was needed. Your inner reserves feel depleted or your temper unguarded.
Why this card
Power through gentleness — courage, patience, and the mastery of one's own nature.
Leo — proud warmth.
In the plate
- woman and lion
- infinity symbol
- white robe
- garland of flowers
- gentle hands on the lion's jaw
To sit with
Where can you meet a difficulty with gentle strength instead of force?
Where is self-doubt undermining your true strength?
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