Eight of Diamonds

"The Eight of Diamonds is a card of balance, indicating a combination of skill in financial affairs and a spiritual insight which will prevent undue stress upon material success. Thus card represents a practical point of view in which all theories are weighed and tested objectively. It is a card of moderation, tolerance and balanced strength.

"Where the Eight of Diamonds appears in the middle of the spread, it is likely to indicate the character and personality of the Querent. In the Tarot cards, such an individual is symbolized by a figure standing with one foot on land and the other in the water. This is an indication of the person's capacity to cope with practical matters without loss of vision or idealism.

"He may be strongly attracted to chemistry or other work which involves laboratory experiments. He can also be invaluable in government service or in executive posts in which careful decisions must be weighed. The female Querent should be capable in family budgeting, a thoughtful mother and considerate wife.

"When the Eight of Diamonds appears in the upper wings of the spread, the indication is that a situation will arise in which careful judgments should be made. There is a warning to beware of impetuosity and not to take things at face value. If the Eight of Diamonds lies in juxtaposition to a face card, the indication is that it will be advisable to consult some authoritative person and to obtain additional information before some decision is rendered.

"If the Eight of Diamonds occurs in a spread in which Diamonds predominate, the Querent should be warned against making judgments solely for monetary reasons lest he suffer from loss of more enduring values if he does. Where the Nine or Ten of Spades follows the Eight of Diamonds, there is a possibility that the Querent will be tempted into bad investments by the promise of quick wealth. He should be advised to double-check any financial venture in which he may become involved.

"The presence of Clubs in proximity to the Eight of Diamonds indicates steady gain, tranquility and the absence of pressing economic problems."

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Reading #8: P. L.

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Reading #9: M. M.

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Reading #6: B. S.

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