01. Rider

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Category: Action Card

Astrological Symbol: ☿ Mercury | ♊ Gemini

Keywords: New, novel; Messenger, contact person; Transmission, reception, delivery; Short stay, temporary presence, urgency, fleeting movement.

Actions: Deliver; Receive; Aerobic movement.

House Meaning: New information.

Concepts: a. Messages or feedback are on their way; something is approaching. b. Stagnant matters will soon make progress. c. Short-term stay; fleeting presence, passing through quickly. d. A sense of novelty and freshness.

Career: New job; New project; Career change; Beginner role; Entering an entirely new industry; Courier service; Delivery personnel; Postal worker; Restaurant staff; Frequent travel for work; Track and field athlete.

Love & Relationships: New relationship; New romantic opportunity; Someone new entering your life; Matchmaker; Short-lived romance.

People: New acquaintances; Contact person; Someone with short-lived enthusiasm; Energetic and active individuals; Impulsive personality; Runner.

Objects: Newly acquired items; Deliveries; Parcels; Horses; Bicycles; Motorcycles; Skateboards; Entryway; Stables; Post stations; Ground-floor shops.

Health: Related to joints, ligaments, and legs.

Spirituality: Receiving and transmitting spiritual messages.

Advice: Take action immediately—move forward now. Rekindle your enthusiasm and embrace the journey ahead. Pick up the pace and avoid procrastination.

Imagery: Starting point: In Lenormand’s predecessor, Game of Hope, this card represents the beginning of the game.

Summary: The Rider symbolizes communication and novelty. It represents a messenger, indicating that news is on the way. It also signifies movement, adventure, and a fresh start, suggesting an upcoming journey or a new experience in physical, emotional, or spiritual aspects.

Comparison: 03. Ship: While both represent movement, the Rider indicates short, direct travel, while the Ship signifies longer, extensive journeys. Child vs. Rider: Both symbolize beginnings, but the Child represents someone who has just started learning, while the Rider represents someone who is taking the very first step. Letter vs. Rider: Both relate to communication, but the Rider represents the messenger and the act of delivering information, whereas the Letter represents the message itself.