Tarot: The Emperor

Astrology: Black Moon Lilith in Capricorn

What defines a good leader? How does one rules without succumbing to temptations of absolute power? Where is the line between order and oppression? Authority and fear? Right and wrong?

These questions tormented minds of people in positions of power throughout history, and those unfortunate ones who fell victim to dictatorships, despotic superiors, mad kings and false prophets.

With great power, comes even greater responsibility. Constellation of Capricorn and its ruler Saturn teach us necessary skills to navigate through treacherous path of leadership and responsibility. Royal regalia, the symbols of authority and power usually have significant weight – Lead (Saturn, Control) and Gold (Sun, The Ego) are two metals associated with astrology that are the heaviest. A burden of responsibility that comes hand in hand with healthy leadership should never compete, they must collaborate.

The heavy weight of this talisman, blood red garnet, dense regal chain and aligned spines are supposed to serve as a reminder of responsibilities, sacrifices and burdens that come with decision making and position of influence, power. This talisman is for someone who is already powerful, but needs guidance and grounding to be respected and admired, not feared and cursed.

Affirmation: Power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely

Materials: Sterling Silver, Almadine Garnet

Chain Length: 49cm, 19 Inch, S clasp

Weight: 37g

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