Tarot Card 16 - La Maison Dieu (The Tower)
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Tarot Card 16 - La Maison Dieu (The Tower)
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Babel Bricks Crenellation Damage Destruction Dieu Falling Fortune Lightning Maison Marseille Marseilles Strike Striking Tarot Telling Thunderbolt Paranormal
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La Maison Dieu," or The Tower, is Tarot Card 16 in the traditional Marseille deck. This striking image, from the historical Mary Evans Picture Library, depicts a tall, crenellated tower, surrounded by chaos and destruction. The tower, a symbol of security and establishment, is being struck by a lightning bolt, signifying sudden upheaval, revelation, and transformation. The people below, huddled and terrified, represent the impact of this change on the mundane world. The tower's crenellations, or battlements, are a common feature of medieval European architecture, symbolizing protection and defense. However, in this context, they are powerless against the destructive force of the lightning bolt. The damage to the tower is evident in the falling bricks and shattered walls, adding to the sense of instability and uncertainty. The scene is reminiscent of the biblical story of the Tower of Babel, where the people's pride and arrogance led to the confusion of languages and the scattering of humanity. The paranormal element of the lightning bolt adds an otherworldly dimension to the card, suggesting that the events depicted are not of this world. The Tower card in Tarot is often associated with sudden change, upheaval, and the need to let go of old patterns and beliefs. It can also represent a warning of impending danger or a call to action. The image of the falling tower is a powerful reminder that even the most stable and secure structures can be brought down in an instant, and that change, while often difficult, is a necessary part of life. This historical Tarot Card print from Mary Evans Picture Library offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the symbolism and meaning of The Tower card, inviting us to reflect on the role of change and upheaval in our own lives and the world around us.
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