Turtle

24. Turtle

Turtle represents serenity, peace, composure, patience, and wisdom. In the card we see a turtle with an ancient calendar on its back, representing its long lifespan and its ability to move at a slow, comfortable pace at all times. The Turtle is unfazed by the passing of time. At its side is a menacing sea creature cowering under the turtle’s hold. Nothing affects the turtle without its consent. It maintains complete control because it has surrendered control. If Turtle has honored you with its presence, you have been given a glorious gift. Like Turtle, you carry the universe on your back. Everything you need you already have. Like Turtle, everywhere you go you are at home. This harkens a time of trust; a tender and sacred step towards inner peace and balance. Take your time. You are Zen embodied.

If this card was pulled with the intent to provide advice:

Be calm. Take your time. Trust the abundance of time. What is up will come down, what is down will surely rise. So why worry? Keep the composure of a turtle. Practice balance. Live life one step at a time.

Key descriptors:

Wisdom, serenity, tranquility, composure, peace, humble action, patience, quiet strength, balance, passage of time, establishing new civilizations, the long and happy road.

Introspection:

• Is there an opportunity to go into the small, still space within myself to receive balance and peace?

• If there are emotional highs and lows around me, can I go within to make the small necessary steps toward the direction of my goals or dreams?

• Like the turtle, do I carry everything I need within me?

Advanced play:

Native Dimension: Harmony
Incompatible: 24 <> 2: Turtle (serenity) / Storm (chaos)