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=Strength VIII=
{{Infobox arcana
| name = Strength VIII
| image = [[File:Major-Arcana-8.jpg|250px]]
| caption = '''Strength VIII''' willpower and ambition
| light = Willpower, determination, focus, control, ambition, success through effort, direction, self-discipline.
| shadow = Lack of control, aggression, being driven without direction, recklessness, ego-driven success, feeling overwhelmed.
| celestial-body = [[Astro/Sun|Sun]] [[Astro/☉|☉]]
| sign = [[Zodiac/Leo|Leo]] [[Zodiac/♌|♌]]
| element = [[Element/Fire|Fire]] [[Element/△|△]]
}}

==Archetype reflective aspects==
'''The Strength''' archetype is associated with inner strength, courage and self-control. It represents the ability to overcome obstacles through patience and compassion rather than brute force. 
Control and awareness. Strength symbolizes the inner strength and courage needed to face life´s challenges. It is the archetype that reminds us that true strength comes from self-control and an open heart.
'''Patience and compassion''' This book suggests that patience and compassion are essential to handling difficult situations. Strength teaches us to use gentleness and understanding to overcome obstacles. 
'''Limits and balance''' Strength provides the ability to maintain control and balance in the face of challenges. It represents the harmony between physical and spiritual strength, emphasizing the importance of a balance between them. 
'''Self-control and confidence''' The Strength archetype reflects self-control and self-confidence. It is an exhortation to trust our own abilities and use our inner resources to overcome difficulties.
Compassion and gentleness, confidence and poise, triumph over adversity through inner strength and strength of character.

== Reference ==
* [https://wiki.dascent-sigils.com/index.php/File:8-dascent.jpg '''Dascent key - Strength VIII''']
* [[Astro|Astrological symbols]]
* [[Zodiac|Zodiac symbols]]
* [[Element|Elemental and Alchemical symbols]]

'''Strength''' embodies inner power, courage, and compassion. It signifies the importance of controlling one's emotions and harnessing inner strength to overcome challenges. It represents patience, resilience, and gentle power.
'''Inner Power and Courage''' The Strength archetype suggests the ability to face fears and challenges with courage and inner strength. 
'''Compassion and Control''' It highlights the importance of managing emotions and exercising gentle power with compassion. 
'''Patience and Resilience''' Strength represents the ability to endure hardships, remain patient, and bounce back from setbacks. 
Courage, control, inner strength, resilience.

==Suggested Symbols==
* [[Astro/Sun|Sun ☉]]
* [[Zodiac/Leo|Leo ♌]]
* [[Symbol/Infinity symbol| Dascent symbol - Infinity]]
* [[Symbol/Triangle| Dascent symbol - Triangle]]
* [[Element/Fire|Fire △]]

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:14px; text-align:center; width:100%;"
|+ Strength VIII - Deeper Associations (from Liber 777)
|-
! Hebrew Letter
! Path on Tree of Life
! God-Name (Qabalistic)
! Magical Power
! Virtue
! Vice
! Animals
! Plants
! Precious Stone
! Magical Weapon
! Perfume
|-
! [[Hebrew Alphabet|Teth]] (ט)
| [[Tree of Life (Qabalah)|Chesed]] to [[Tree of Life (Qabalah)|Geburah]]
| [[God Names in Qabalah|YHVH Elohim Gibor]]
| Courage, Fortitude, Self-control, Taming
| Resolution, Energy, Magnanimity
| Cruelty, Obstinacy, Brutality
| Lion, Serpent
| Sunflower, Rue
| Cat's Eye, Tiger's Eye
| The Discipline (or Rod)
| Dragon's Blood, Tobacco
|}

==Archetypes==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:14px;text-align:center;width:100%;"
|-
| [[Major_Arcana/The_Magician_I|The Magician I]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The High Priestess II|The High Priestess II]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Empress III|The Empress III]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Emperor IV|The Emperor IV]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Hierophant V|The Hierophant V]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Lovers VI|The Lovers VI]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Chariot VII|The Chariot VII]]
|-
| [[Major_Arcana/Strength VIII|Strength VIII]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Hermit IX|The Hermit IX]]
| [[Major_Arcana/Wheel of Fortune X|Wheel of Fortune X]]
| [[Major_Arcana/Justice XI|Justice XI]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Hanged Man XII|The Hanged Man XII]]
| [[Major_Arcana/Death XIII|Death XIII]]
| [[Major_Arcana/Temperance XIV|Temperance XIV]]
|-
| [[Major_Arcana/The Devil XV|The Devil XV]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Tower XVI|The Tower XVI]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Star XVII|The Star XVII]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Moon XVIII|The Moon XVIII]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The Sun XIX|The Sun XIX]]
| [[Major_Arcana/Judgement XX|Judgement XX]]
| [[Major_Arcana/The World XXI|The World XXI]]
|}

=Categories=
[[Category: Tarot]]
[[Category: Major Arcana]]
[[Category: Divination]]
[[Category: Archetypes]]
[[Category: Documentation]]

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