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HOD
Hod is the eighth Sephirah on the Tree of Life, known as "Glory." It represents intellect, reason, and communication. In Hermetic Qabalah, Hod is where abstract spiritual concepts are brought into mental clarity, structure, and language. It's associated with the mind's ability to analyze, categorize, and understand the world logically.
Hod is the realm of thought and knowledge, often linked to Mercury, the god of communication and learning. It governs science, mathematics, and the processes we use to make sense of the universe. While it is necessary for understanding, Hod also teaches us the limits of intellectual knowledge—it shows that pure intellect, without connection to deeper wisdom, can become rigid or disconnected from the spirit.
Hod works in harmony with Netzach (Victory), which represents emotion and intuition. Together, they form a balance between thought and feeling, intellect and instinct. In this way, Hod reminds us that while logic and reason are important, they must be balanced with emotional awareness and inner truth for real wisdom.
SYMBOLISM
SYMBOLISM
Symbol: The Book or Caduceus
Element: Water
Planetary Association: Mercury
Color: Orange
Tarot Correspondence: The Hermit
Meaning:
Hod is symbolized by the book, representing knowledge, intellect, and communication. The caduceus, the staff of Mercury, further emphasizes the power of thought and expression. Its element, water, connects Hod’s intellectual processes with intuition and deeper emotional understanding.
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