Morning Star, Lightbringer, Lucifer

Morningstar, Lucifer

Morningstar, oil on canvas, 48 inches by 24 inches, 2009

Original painting available from Saatchi Art

The Mythology and Psychological Significance of Lucifer

In classical mythology, Lucifer, also known as the Morning Star, Lightbringer, Phosphorus, or Eosphoros, is often misunderstood. Traditionally associated with Venus and Sirius, it is worth noting that both these celestial bodies are feminine.

The Feminine Aspects of Lucifer

Contrary to popular belief, Lucifer’s attributes are feminine, especially when considering Venus and Sirius. Psychologically, for a man, this means that Lucifer embodies feminine qualities, while for a woman, Lucifer’s attributes are masculine. This dichotomy aligns with the idea that an individual’s daemon, or inner spirit, is the opposite gender of their physical presence.

The Psychological Dimension

Lucifer, in a metaphorical sense, represents your inner lover. When you find yourself attracted to someone, it’s often because you see a reflection of your own shadow or daemon in them. This concept, akin to self-love, resonates deeply with Jung’s theories of the anima and animus. However, while Jung’s work applies to the microcosmic, personal level, Lucifer’s image remains universally feminine in the broader, macrocosmic context—as evidenced by its connections to Venus and Sirius.

See Tarot of the Morning Star

Books by Roger Williamson which elucidate the theory

Comets ov Cupid Meets Tarot of the Morning Star