The Teacher Archetype

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Upright Meanings: honesty, integrity, cool, morals, military, manners, methodical, law enforcement, legal matters, friendship, detached, intelligent, structure, head over heart, power, rational, stern, conversation, use your head, routine, strength, self-discipline, authority, ethics, judge, powerful, logical, clinical, counselor, discerning

The Teacher appearing in a reading suggests that you should remain objective in your current situation – you must establish truth by sticking to the facts. The Teacher and his intellectual power implies that you will need to use your intellect to make your point known and attain your goals. Besides your experience and education, you should be sharp and observant, to see deeply into problems that come your way.

Reversed Meanings: lack of integrity/morals/discipline, brutal, intelligence used in a bad way, weak, cynical, dishonest, inhumane, irrational, judgmental, lack of structure/routine, losing your head, controlling, cold, dictator, evil intentions, obstinate, oppressive, rude, powerless, illogical, violent, intimidation, power-crazed, judgments, aggressive, ruthless

The Teacher in reversed shows tyrannical, abusive and manipulative habits. It may indicate the misuse of one’s mental power, drive and authority. This is an illustration of persuasion and manipulation, so as to fulfill selfish desires. The Teacher reversal meaning may also imply that you are showing off your level of intelligence by using big words when discussing ordinary topics. Another interpretation is that you may also be a loose cannon, especially where there are angry outbursts and impulses.