The Chariot
Astrology: Cancer | Element: Water | Hebrew: ח (Cheth) | Kabbalah: 18. Cheth 【Understanding - Severity】
At dusk, Xiao Ye climbs to the treetop—his closest moment to the sky. A kite sweeps past his eyes. He thinks of going higher and farther. Grasping the kite string, he is lifted into the air. Above him rise tall lanterns set for blessings, and kites of all kinds—dragons, dragonflies… It is a celebration. A celebration of the beauty of the world, and also a celebration of Xiao Ye himself, marking how he is getting closer to the sky… closer and closer…
Symbolism:
Swallow Kite: An abstract expression of “the Chariot” as coordination and control. The bat patterns and peach motifs symbolize two kinds of blessings—human effort and divine favor.
Red Sky: The possibility of victory and honor.
Kite String: Control and mastery; flexible adjustment allows the kite to fly higher.
Dragon Kite and Dragonfly Kite: The dragon symbolizes yang power—will, strength, mystery, and authority. The dragonfly symbolizes compassion and yin power. Together they form the outer protection for forward movement.
High Lanterns: Spiritual guidance and blessings from humanity.
Four Streamers: Stability and order, also symbols of victory and celebration.
Kabbalistic Path 18: The fence—willpower and a protected domain.
Floating Astronomical Symbols: Represent Cancer.
Upright:
Victory, rescue, boldness, resolution, correct direction, abundant energy, strong will, training, success, courage, pride, self-discipline, self-assertion, action, triumph, travel, strength, forging ahead, rapid progress, courage to pursue, efficiency, advancement.
Personality: Strong-willed, highly controlling, resilient, idealistic and ambitious, result-oriented, focused on goals, strong drive, impulsive, competitive. Representative figures: Ares, Napoleon, Genghis Khan—conquerors, ambitious leaders, people with a knightly spirit.
Relationships: Charging forward in one breath; an actively advancing emotional state. Overcoming obstacles, proactive and direct, persistent. The arrival of romantic love, smooth transition into a relationship, positive development.
Career/Studies: Facing new tasks; passing exams or evaluations; receiving rewards; defeating competitors. A phase of career development with high-efficiency progress. Strong problem-solving ability and good growth potential. Persistence brings victory.
Finances: A harvest phase, smooth progress. Staying rational and pragmatic brings gains. Small problems can be resolved smoothly. Strong desire to spend (such as on vehicles or equipment), but fortune is good. With careful planning and selection, purchases are unlikely to go wrong.
Advice: Trust yourself—you have the ability to solve problems. Maintain a positive mindset and momentum to achieve your goals. Overcome inner weaknesses, strengthen your will, and persist. Adequate preparation and solid planning will become the tailwind that carries you forward. Act boldly.
Reversed:
Rudeness, excessive need for control, imbalance, stalled progress, low efficiency, crushing failure, recklessness, going off track, turmoil, arguments, disputes, lawsuits, defeat, conflict, stagnation, physical and mental exhaustion.
Personality: Prone to making excuses, unable to face oneself, aggressive traits, strong control issues, impatience for quick results, weakness, lack of patience.
Relationships: Emotional sensitivity, controlling dynamics, oppressive and dominant relationships. Feelings of being misunderstood and wronged, frequent arguments, impulsive negativity, mutually harmful connections. Losing to rivals or family pressures affecting relationships.
Career/Studies: Plans fall through, progress is blocked, low work efficiency. Opportunities are taken by others, mistakes occur, giving up halfway, scattered focus, inability to resolve problems effectively.
Finances: Losses caused by impulsiveness, inability to plan finances effectively. If profits appear, exit in time. Not suitable to increase investment or try new ones. Focus spending on necessities and reduce extra expenses.
Advice: Continuing as is may lead to failure. Replan and take a break. Address emotional issues and learn when to turn or pause. This is a headwind moment—the kite cannot fly high or far, and even if it does, there is a risk of the string snapping.