Wheel, X

Wēl or Hwēl ~ In mythology and literature, a revolving device spun by a deity of fate, selecting random changes in the affairs of man. A wheel-shaped instrument on which victims were bound for torture and execution in medieval and early modern Europe. Water, spinning, or a potter's wheel.

• Number: X, 10
• Hebrew Letter: Kaph (or Qof)
• Color: Violet
• Element: Fire
• Planet: Jupiter
• Season: Autumn (Fall)
• Related Chakra: Crown/Brow
• Humor: Yellow Bile 
• Temperament: Choleric 1 & 2
• Sense: Spirit
• System: Liver and Metabolism

Keywords

Cycles, change, adaptation, shift, pivot, upswing, evolution, luck, karma, dharma, wealth, and, when reversed, reversals, misfortune, or change

The Lesson of the Tarot Wheel is Unpredictable Consequences

The Fool learns he can no longer take things for granted. There is much in life that is unpredictable. He realizes there are karmic consequences to his decisions and actions.

Personality (Strengths & Weaknesses)

Choleric Type 1 is associated with the Violet HSV Personality (Fire)

Choleric Type 2 is associated with the Indigo HSV Personality (Fire)

The Tarot Wheel Traditional Meanings

You can expect fate to be kind. Lady Luck has indeed showered you with her favor, or is about to. All is well. There have been, or will be, vast improvements in your situation. This new cycle is expected to be the most profitable. A most fortunate set of circumstances (in the near future) will nearly guarantee doors to open. There will be progress. You will be able to taste success at hand.

Still, luck can disappear as rapidly as it comes, so do all you can to ensure that if and when your luck changes once more, you will be in a better position than before to see continued success.

The Tarot Wheel Biblical Meanings

The Tarot Wheel card displays the four ancient Hebrew letters known as the Tetragrammaton. Latin translates them as YHWH, Yahweh, or Jehovah (the name of God). There are four winged creatures in the corners of the card: an eagle, a man, a bull, and a lion (symbolizing Jesus, the lion of Judah), which support the throne of God in the first chapter of Ezekiel. The two-edged sword represents the word of God, and the clouds symbolize Jesus' return, often depicted as coming through them.

The creature with horns under the wheel is often depicted as the devil, who tempted Eve in the Garden of Eden. One day, he will appear as a man and lead people astray because they are desperate for answers and security. He will appear to provide this, and people will worship him instead of the true God. Of course, card creators added these images to suit the times. The message is that nothing in life is stable. Challenges are not permanent, and neither are blessings. The Tarot Wheel asks how you will deal with the hand of fate and suggests going with the flow.

Keywords: Divine providence, God's plan, changing seasons, improvement, evolvement, and flow, or stopped or reversed.

Ecclesiastes 3:1 – There is a time for everything.

The Tarot Wheel in Health Readings

Sudden life changes disrupt routines and cause stress, which can lead to metabolic issues.

Improvements (when the card is upright) or relapses (when the card is reversed) are likely. You could experience many ups and downs before things balance out. Be sure to wash your fruits and veggies and avoid any food that might be remotely contaminated to prevent toxicity. Also, take extra precautions like washing your hands or using hand sanitizer to prevent contracting harmful "bugs" (COVID-19, influenza, Herpes Simplex Virus) while you're out and about. There might be blood or circulation problems. Obesity (from yo-yo dieting) and dizziness could be problems.

Dandelion tea and lemon water can be beneficial.

Note: Holistic alternatives for the symptoms and conditions listed above are available here.

Tarot Meditation

What can you do to offset stress in the face of challenging changes?

Food Remedies

Cholerics tend to do very well on vegetarian diets. Ordinary table salt and salty foods, aged cheeses, vinegar and alcohol, high-fat and fried foods, excessive red meat, highly sour foods, fermented foods, and very hot spices will bother the Choleric temperament.

Choleric 1 (Violet): See Raising Violet/Choleric Temperament Energy Levels

Choleric 2 (Indigo): See Raising Indigo/Choleric Temperament Energy Levels

Choosing Herb & Essential Oil Remedies

Choleric 1 (Violet): Cedarwood, clary sage, frankincense, hyssop, jasmine, juniper, lavender, myrrh, peppermint, sandalwood, rosemary, rosewood, viola, violet Leaf, and white spruce

Choleric 2 (Indigo): Beech, calendula (marigold), cedarwood, clary sage, frankincense, helichrysum, hyacinth, jasmine, juniper, lavender, marjoram, myrrh, musk, petitgrain, Roman chamomile, rosemary, rosewood, sandalwood, spearmint, thyme, viola, violet leaf, vervain, and white spruce

Stones & Crystals

Choleric 1 (Violet): Clear quartz crystal, amethyst (deep violet), fluorite, clear diamond, rock crystal, sugilite, onyx, and opal

Choleric 2 (Indigo): Lapis lazuli, moonstone, sapphire, clear quartz crystal, dark blue kyanite, charoite, tanzanite, blue aventurine, sodalite, sugilite (rich purple), purple fluorite, dumortierite, diamond, jet, jade, falcon's eye, and rainbow fluorite

Artwork: The Crystal Ball by John William Waterhouse, 1902