Tree:
The station of Ailim is the station of rebirth: the Winter Solstice. The
Silver Fir is considered by many to be a tree denoting birth or the beginning of
things. It stands at the head of the series of vowels in the Oghamic
system, while the Yew, considered a tree of "death," stands at the end
of that series. This is a tree of regeneration. When it is cut down,
and appears dead, new stems grow from the still-growing roots. Its
resinous wood produces a strong purifying flame which was used in Celtic
ceremonies of birth and death. It symbolizes the growing light of the
reborn sun at midwinter emerging from darkness.
Expression:
Fir
indicates rebirth: a transformation from a weak state into a strong one.
It is raw, basic force of health and vigor. This is a highly elevated
state of being. From the height of this perspective, objectivity is gained
and wisdom is found as a result of the objectivity. The Silver Fir is the
beginning of the path to finding truth and life. It implies the need for
secrecy on this path.
Divination:
Ailim indicates that there is to be a rebirth: a
great transformation for the better, where new knowledge, objectivity, and
leadership will be gained. There may be an opportunity to see an old
challenge from a new perspective or to exercise domination in the near future.
This Ogham also implies the need to conceal these new beginnings. The
early phases of new things need to be done in secrecy so that they will not be
disrupted. A new creative direction is likely to influence things.
Along with discretion there is the need to learn from the past. Take care
in choices.
The Challenge inherent in the Silver Fir Ogham is that a rebirth
will be hindered. This may be because something that needs to remain a
secret will be revealed before it is acceptable. There is the implication
of gossip and idle talk. Embarrassing secrets may be uncovered and
personal reputation damaged. Carelessness may hinder progress and new
projects have false starts. Also, one may be challenged to exercise the
power of domination, leadership, and rulership without the benefit of full
maturity or objectivity. This can be a very painful experience.
There may be frustrations and the inability to see clearly and objectively.
Ailim in The Fifths
Mide, Center: Ailim in Focus is Rebirth.
A great rebirth is in focus right now. Though you thought that something
was dead, like the Phoenix, it will rise out of it's own ashes.
Seis, South: Ailim in Fire is Dominance.
What you need to learn is how to be a competent leader. Your ideas deserve
attention and you may have to take on the dominating role in order for them to
become apparent. In the near future, you may have to exercise the dominant
role in a relationship, project or other endeavor.
Fis, West: Ailim in Water is Discretion.
In order to gain balance and harmony, a secret may need to remain hidden
for the time being. It may not be the time to uncover hidden influences or
disrupt the status quo. A relationship, or love affair, may not be ready for
the whole truth to be revealed.
Cath, North: Ailim in Earth is Originality.
An original way of doing things is about to manifest. It is time for you to
discover your own way of accomplishing goals rather than following in the
footsteps of others.
Blath, East: Ailim in Air is Strategy.
In this conflict, it is time to apply the mental powers of strategy and
skill. Use domination, hidden ideas, and secret agendas to come out the
victor. Use the advantage of secrecy to be certain you gain the element of
surprise.
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