Alexander Crosses the Granicus
Do not simply follow the path of others.
Trust your own judgment, even when the road is difficult.
After hardships come great opportunities, and a broad road to glory will open before you.
Courage, determination, and a clear vision can turn the tide and achieve the extraordinary.
Through trials and challenges, the path to greatness comes into view.
Alexander Forces the Granicus
At the Granicus River in 334 BCE, Alexander began his invasion of the Persian Empire. Despite warnings about the current, steep bank, and enemy cavalry, he led an aggressive crossing and survived close combat before his forces broke the opposition. The victory opened Asia Minor and established confidence in the campaign. Alexander’s choice was dangerous but not empty recklessness: speed, personal leadership, and a clear objective turned a difficult passage into a gateway.
Meaning of This Lot
This lot expresses its lesson through Alexander Crosses the Granicus. Do not simply follow the path of others. Trust your own judgment, even when the road is difficult.
Its practical counsel is therefore specific: career: Excellent prospects for achievement and recognition.; wealth: Abundant opportunity; manage success wisely.; love: A favorable bond deepens with trust.; health: Condition is stable with sensible care.; relationships: Powerful support and enduring trust surround you.; travel: Highly favorable travel brings discovery and success. The overall judgment is great fortune, so act in proportion to that sign—welcome openings where they are offered, but respect every warning contained in the verses.