My Inference:
I imagine I'm looking at lotus flowers, pouring something representative of bounty over pomegranates. Lots of fertility and prosperity implications. Because I'm not reading this as prophetic, my initial reaction is that either I should focus my efforts on obtaining fiscal security, or I should "count my blessings."
Ziegler:
It seems my instincts were on the right track. These are lotuses and pomegranates. The material flowing from the lotuses is "love of the highest order...available to be shared with only a small circle of people." Ziegler describes relationships with those closest to us as "rare gifts," and continues, "Care for them with respect and gratitude." So the abundance this card represents is that of love.
Rider-Waite:
Waite's reading is more related to the material, but the image in his deck still implies a sisterly bond. His reading includes the keywords "victory," "fulfillment," "solace," and "healing."
Combined Reading:
I take this card as a hint to share my blessings, material or otherwise, with those who mean the most to me. Make the next discretionary expense a gift, or a family trip. Share my talents with others. When I am strong, support someone who does not feel strong. If you love someone, show it in a way that is meaningful and personal.
With this message and others I have read in Ziegler's work, I find it interesting that an egomaniac like Crowley would so often inject themes of love and generosity into his deck.
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