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The Serpent in Thoth
Posted: 03 Jun 2020, 11:36
by Joan Marie
I just did a 3 card reading for myself and all three cards have a serpent.
Does anyone out there have any insight into the symbolism of the serpent in the Thoth?
I know I could go dig through some books and maybe find out, but I'm hoping maybe some of you might just know or have an idea.
Re: The Serpent in Thoth
Posted: 03 Jun 2020, 17:27
by BlueStar
I don't, but this website has quite detailed information on the symbology on all the cards (both major and minor), so it might be helpful:
http://www.esotericmeanings.com/thoth-t ... tutorials/
Re: The Serpent in Thoth
Posted: 03 Jun 2020, 19:43
by fire cat pickles
I don't either, but if you have an online version of the Book of Thoth, you may want to do a search for the word "serpent" and see if there is a pattern. I did earlier this morning very quickly and noticed that the instance of serpent appears in pairs.
Re: The Serpent in Thoth
Posted: 04 Jun 2020, 10:57
by Joan Marie
I decided to look for in general what snakes symbolise, and there was a lot about ancient Egypt, which I know was a big influence for Crowley so I decided to go down that rabbit hole. I think this is likely the right track. Snakes appear symbolically throughout history and everywhere, so looking into what probably most influenced him seems logical.
There is a lot. I may spend some time here.
When I come up out of this rabbit hill I'll tell you what I found.
Meanwhile, this is the thing about Tarot to me that makes it so endlessly interesting. The simplest question can lead you down such a path you hadn't even imagined.
Re: The Serpent in Thoth
Posted: 04 Dec 2020, 15:53
by Zarakynel
Joan Marie wrote: ↑04 Jun 2020, 10:57
I decided to look for in general what snakes symbolise, and there was a lot about ancient Egypt, which I know was a big influence for Crowley so I decided to go down that rabbit hole. I think this is likely the right track. Snakes appear symbolically throughout history and everywhere, so looking into what probably most influenced him seems logical.
There is a lot. I may spend some time here.
When I come up out of this rabbit hill I'll tell you what I found.
Meanwhile, this is the thing about Tarot to me that makes it so endlessly interesting. The simplest question can lead you down such a path you hadn't even imagined.
Joan, would you be able to share what you eventually found out?
Re: The Serpent in Thoth
Posted: 04 Dec 2020, 20:34
by Joan Marie
Zarakynel wrote: ↑04 Dec 2020, 15:53
Joan, would you be able to share what you eventually found out?
Unfortunately, I did not share that back when I wrote this last summer and I have no recollection now.
I have a mind like a steel sieve.
I will see if I can find my way back to that rabbit hole and this time I will share my results.
Re: The Serpent in Thoth
Posted: 07 Dec 2020, 21:16
by Zarakynel
No worries! I am the same way!
I am new to the forum (and the Thoth Tarot) and really appreciate everyone sharing their knowledge.
I just bought a book so I can start taking notes!
I'm also thinking of buying a snake. I've had two (Pythons - Ares and Aristotle) and really want to get another one.
Re: The Serpent in Thoth
Posted: 08 Dec 2020, 07:53
by A-M
The serpent is the universal symbol of the kundalini energy.
It lies at the core of the Arcana (Secret, Mystery) of the Tarot. (IMHO)