TAROT CARDS – The Emperor part 2

Another very accepted view of the Emperor is that of him symbolizing all civilization. The Emperor in this light, is still less favored than the Empress, but without him and his representation, people would struggle to survive. It would be difficult for people's basic needs to be met. The Emperor can be seen as a symbolization of the laws of existence for all kind, which is greater than just being a symbol for the laws of humanity. This concept can be found explained in greater depth in the study of physical sciences. Another reason people dislike the Emperor is because he can remind people of rules that society places on people, which can be different than rules the government places on people. If people compare themselves to the Emperor, and feel they can relate to him, then they can become a likeness of their own desire to identify and preserve their own power. These desires can become very appealing to females, feeding their need to become their own emperor. In many readings, the Emperor possesses that of a patriarchal image, while the Empress possesses that of a matronly image.

Usually the Emperor is associated with rules. He is also associated with authority, and laws imposed upon people by the government and society. The Emperor can remind people of a soldier of sorts also. He is a strong entity, willing to set limits and ideals and then defend them if need be. All in all, the Emperor symbolizes respect, understanding, and responsibility. If the Emperor is reversed, he loses his severity. The Emperor would also become more compassionate and sensitive. He would also have problems with positive decision making skills. We can now see why many people express a deep affection for the Empress' motherly love. This is because these same people often feel frightened of the patriarchal sternness expressed by the Emperor. Also, the Emperor seems stern and dark. Once his vast array of armor is lowered, he becomes as warm and compassionate as his counterpart, the Empress.