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Guardians of Air, Fire, Water and Earth

The Gaian Tarot Guardians correspond to Queens in traditional decks. In readings, Guardians are productive and actively involved in their communities. They “guard” or protect the qualities and issues defined by their suits. The Guardians are all at midlife, in the age range of their 40's or 50's. In a life cycle, they represent the quality of fruition, corresponding to a full or disseminating moon.


Guardian of Air

Guardian of Air

This Wise Woman embodies the qualities of Air: communication, clarity, making decisions, thought, research, plans, strategy, writing, breath, prayer, meditation, sound.

Her challenging gaze pierces your soul. From this vantage point high in the mountains, as you listen to the toning of the singing bowl — what becomes crystal clear to you?

Her ally is Snowy Owl, who offers the gifts of prophecy and of clarity of sight, whether in full daylight or darkest night.

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Guardian of Fire

Guardian of Fire

This Guardian is a fire tender. He’s the one that keeps an eye on the bonfire at festivals, making sure it neither gets too high nor gets so low that it goes out. His energy matches that of the fire — quiet, smoking, sparking or blazing.

He’s often in the background of the circle, but the drumming and dancing can’t happen without him. He’s an integral part of the community. He guards the qualities of creativity, personal power and passion.

His ally is Bobcat, who knows how to channel the life force silently but powerfully. Like the owl, he sees and hears clearly in the dark.

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Guardian of Water

Guardian of Water

The Guardian of Water is calling you to open your heart to compassion, intuition and deep love. “Pour it out for me,” goes her siren song.

These are Kwan Yin's waters of mercy, poured out upon a troubled world.

Her ally is Sea Turtle (Honu), who offers the gifts of mothering, good luck, peace and longevity. They also teach us to always find our way back home.

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Guardian of Earth

Guardian of Earth

The Guardian of Earth tenderly examines corn that is ripe for harvest. He has planted, tended, weeded and nurtured the plants all season long. Now it’s time to cut the corn down and let it nourish the community.

His ally is Horse, who offers the gifts of strength, power and movement. Horse is ready to help with the hard work of farming, yet is also ready to take us on the road. Which will it be for you?

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