Archangel Cassiel, the Angel of Solitude and Tears, is a prominent figure in religious and occult traditions. He is one of the original seven planetary Archangels and he rules over Saturn and Saturdays. Be warned, working with Cassiel is not for the faint of heart or those who like to blame others for their issues and problems!
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Cassiel’s name has Hebrew origins with multiple interpretations:
- קַצְפִּיאֵל (Qaṣpīʾēl): Meaning ‘God is my wrath’
- קַפְצִיאֵל (Qap̄ṣīʾēl): Interpreted as ‘God is my leap’ or ‘Speed of God’
As the ruler of Saturn, he is also known as the Lord of Karma or ‘Father Time.’ Saturn is associated with limitations, restrictions and the harsher lessons in life.
Cassiel watches over all human affairs but rarely interferes. He is the best Angelic Guide to turn to for understanding and acceptance of Divine Will.
Cassiel’s energy, while sometimes perceived as stern or detached, offers profound support for those seeking discipline, introspection, and spiritual depth. His influence extends beyond the material realm, guiding souls through life’s challenges and toward higher spiritual understanding. A Bible verse that resonates with his energy is Matthew 6:33:
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.“
Archangel Cassiel Correspondences
- Element: Earth
- Sephira: Binah (Understanding)
- Direction: North
- Tarot Card: The World
The correspondences listed here and below can be used in various practices such as meditation, prayer, rituals, or creating an altar to connect with Archangel Cassiel.
As with all spirits, it is best to build a relationship with them before requesting favours. A very appropriate offering (though offerings are not required) to Cassiel is the tears you cry when you feel hard done by. Offer them up to him and ask him to show you what the lesson is. He will quickly transmute your pain and help you overcome any sense of victimhood.
Colours:
- Grey
- Dark Blue
- Black
- Dark Brown
- Burgundy
Flowers/Plants:
- Aconite
- Belladonna
- Black Nightshade
- Bluebell
- Comfrey
- Foxglove
- Fumitory
- Hellebore
- Henbane
- Lady’s Slipper Orchid
- Mandrake
- Mullein
- Poison Hemlock
- Scullcap
- White Lily
Incense/Essential Oils:
- Patchouli
- Vetiver
- Cypress
- Myrrh
- Cedarwood
Zodiac signs:
- Capricorn (ruled by Saturn)
- All Earth Signs
Crystals:
- Garnet
- Black Tourmaline
- Snowflake obsidian
- Jet
- Smokey Quartz
- Blue Sapphire
Other associations:
- Saturn
- Jacob’s Ladder
- Owl
- Crow
- Raven
- Goat
- Dragon
- Guardian of the 7th Heaven
- Guardian of the Overlooked
- Oversees Deaths of Royals/Powerful Leaders
Reasons to invoke:
- Career and Social Status: For guidance in professional matters
- Long-term Investments: To seek wisdom in financial decisions
- Binding Agreements: For help with contracts and commitments
- Banishing Negative Influences: To remove unwanted energies
- Structure and Discipline: To gain focus and organisation in life
- Ageing Gracefully: For support in later years of life
- Health Matters: Particularly related to skeleton, teeth, hair, and skin
- Spiritual Growth: To develop serenity, temperance, and divine connection
Invocation to Archangel Cassiel
Lord of Karma, Blessed Archangel Cassiel, Angel of Solitude and Tears,
Thank you for your patience and for teaching me discipline. Forever guide me on the path of wisdom and illumination and bless any sacrifices I make on the quest to obtain divine illumination and consciousness evolution. Help me be truly grateful for all of life’s lessons, especially those that make me wiser and stronger. Please also grant me________________________________.
Amen and so it is!
The Angel of Solitude and Tears Tarot Spread
This spread can help you tune into Cassiel’s wisdom, understand your karmic lessons, and find guidance in areas of discipline, spiritual growth, and emotional healing. It encourages introspection and acceptance of life’s challenges as opportunities for growth and divine understanding.
1. Saturn’s Lesson: What karmic lesson is currently most prominent in your life?
2. Divine Will: What aspect of your life requires acceptance of Divine Will?
3. Solitude’s Gift: How can you benefit from periods of solitude and introspection?
4. Tears of Transformation: What emotional pain needs to be acknowledged and released?
5. Discipline Required: In which area of your life do you need more structure and discipline?
6. Overlooked Wisdom: What important insight have you been overlooking?
7. Time’s Revelation: What will time reveal to you if you remain patient?
8. Karmic Release: What karmic pattern are you ready to break free from?
9. Cassiel’s Guidance: What final message does Archangel Cassiel have for you?
To use this spread:
- Shuffle your tarot deck while focusing on Archangel Cassiel’s energy and your current life situation.
- Draw 10 cards and place them in the positions described above.
- Interpret each card in relation to its position and the overall context of Cassiel’s teachings.
Sample Angel of Solitude and Tears Tarot Reading
1. Saturn’s Lesson (7 of Swords)
The 7 of Swords suggests that your current karmic lesson involves confronting deception, either from others or self-deception. You may need to face the truth about a situation where you’ve been cutting corners or avoiding responsibility.
2. Divine Will (Judgement)
Judgement indicates a call for spiritual awakening and transformation. Divine Will is guiding you towards a rebirth or renewal in your life. It’s time to heed this call and embrace a higher purpose.
3. Solitude’s Gift (2 of Swords)
In solitude, you’ll find the ability to make a difficult decision. The 2 of Swords suggests that time alone will help you balance conflicting thoughts or emotions, leading to clarity and peace of mind.
4. Tears of Transformation (2 of Cups)
The 2 of Cups in this position suggests that your emotional pain may be related to a close relationship. Acknowledging and releasing these feelings could lead to a deeper, more harmonious connection with yourself and others.
5. Discipline Required (The Empress)
Surprisingly, The Empress here suggests that you need more discipline in nurturing yourself and your creative projects. Focus on consistent self-care and steady creative output rather than sporadic bursts of activity.
6. Overlooked Wisdom (Justice)
You may be overlooking the importance of fairness and balance in your life. Justice suggests that you have more power to create equilibrium in your situations than you realise. Trust in the natural law of cause and effect to create long-term harmony and stability.
7. Time’s Revelation (The Lovers)
With patience, you’ll gain clarity about a significant choice in your life, possibly related to a partnership or your values. The Lovers indicates that time will reveal the path that aligns with your highest good.
8. Karmic Release (Knight of Pentacles)
The Knight of Pentacles suggests that you’re ready to break free from patterns of excessive caution or stubbornness. It’s time to find a balance between stability and forward movement in your life.
9. Cassiel’s Guidance (Page of Wands)
Archangel Cassiel encourages you to embrace a childlike enthusiasm for new beginnings. The Page of Wands suggests that despite life’s challenges, maintaining a sense of wonder and openness to new experiences will serve you well.
Overall, this reading suggests a period of significant spiritual growth and transformation. Cassiel’s energy is guiding you to face truths, make important decisions, and find balance in various aspects of your life. The emphasis on major arcana cards indicates that these are profound, life-changing lessons and opportunities for spiritual evolution. With FOUR number 2 vibration cards (including Justice and Judgement) the choices you make over the next few months will be tremendously important. Choose wisely!
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