Malkuth is the tenth and final Sephirah on the Tree of Life, known as "The Kingdom." It represents the material world, the realm of physical existence. While the other Sephiroth are connected to more spiritual or abstract ideas, Malkuth is where those energies manifest into the tangible world we experience daily.
In Hermetic Qabalah, Malkuth symbolizes the completion of the divine process—the descent of spiritual energy into the physical realm. It is often associated with the Earth, grounding, and the body. Despite being at the "bottom" of the Tree, Malkuth is vital because it reflects the whole Tree of Life within itself, showing that even in the physical world, the divine is ever-present.
Malkuth is also a place of duality—light and shadow, growth and decay. It's where we engage in the struggles of everyday life, but it's also where we can experience the wonder of creation. It reminds us to stay grounded and connected to the Earth, while still reaching toward higher spiritual truths.
Symbol: The Earth or the Square
Element: Earth
Planetary Association: Earth
Color: Black/Green
Tarot Correspondence: The World
Meaning:
Malkuth is symbolized by the earth, representing the material world and physical manifestation. The square signifies stability and groundedness. As the element of earth, Malkuth connects all spiritual energies to the physical plane, where they manifest into reality. It is where the divine energy completes its journey into the tangible world.