Genesis 2:1-3: Day Seven: Allowing Ourselves to Just Be
🌟 The Root Chakra
📜 Introduction
In the beginning, the journey of the soul begins with a spark—a divine invitation to awaken and create. Genesis 2:1-3 speaks of the completion of creation and the sanctification of the seventh day as a day of rest. This passage is not just a historical moment—it is a living parable of your own spiritual awakening, the story of Adam’s journey within.
Every word, every breath in this scripture mirrors our own sacred journey: the emergence of stability and wholeness, the remembering of our divine foundation, and the call to rest in the safety of our true nature. May this reflection guide you back to the Source of your being, as you awaken the light within and walk the eternal path of Adam’s transformation.
📖 Scripture Passage
Genesis 2:1-3 (NIV)
1 Thus the heavens and the earth were completed in all their vast array.
2 By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work.
3 Then God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done.
🕊️ Allegory & Metaphysical Interpretation
This passage reveals the profound spiritual theme of restoration and grounding. After six days of creation—of action, of giving form and order to the universe—there is a divine pause, a sacred breath that reconnects everything to its Source. It is a reminder that no matter how much we strive or create, there must be a moment to rest, integrate, and trust that we are held by something greater than ourselves.
In our personal journey, the seventh day symbolizes the moment when we surrender the need to control and allow ourselves to be. It is a homecoming to the Root Chakra—our inner ground, our stability, and our connection to the Earth and to the divine plan.
The blessing of the seventh day is also the blessing of the Root Chakra: the knowing that we are safe, provided for, and fully supported in this life. As Adam’s journey unfolds, he learns that true creation is not just about work but about balance and harmony—about rooting oneself in divine trust and peace.
As we integrate this sacred pause into our lives, we find that our foundation is strengthened. In this stillness, we hear the gentle voice of the Source, reminding us that we are whole, we are loved, and we are eternal.
🌟 Kabbalah Insights
This passage aligns with the sefirah of Malkuth (Kingdom), representing the grounding of divine light into physical form—the completion of creation.
- Descent of light: Malkuth receives the fullness of the divine flow, integrating the higher sephirot’s potential into earthly manifestation.
- Interplay of Chokhmah and Binah: Here, the interplay of active creation (Chokhmah) and receptive understanding (Binah) finds its resting place in the Root—the ultimate receptacle of divine presence.
As we meditate on this passage, we align with Malkuth, remembering that the divine plan is fully embodied within us and around us.
🌟 Tarot Guidance
🌟 Why Use Tarot to Help Explain the Bible?
Tarot and the Bible both speak the language of the soul—a symbolic language that transcends time, culture, and religious tradition. When we read the Bible as a mystical or allegorical text, Tarot becomes a powerful companion tool that can help us:
1. Access the Archetypes Hidden in Scripture
The Tarot is built on universal archetypes: The Fool, The Magician, The Lovers, The Tower, etc. These archetypes are spiritual energies and inner states we all encounter on the path of awakening.
The Bible is full of these same patterns:
- Adam is The Fool—innocent, beginning a journey.
- Moses is The Hierophant—teacher and spiritual leader.
- Jesus is both The Hanged Man (sacrifice) and The Sun (illumination).
By using Tarot, we unlock a symbolic key that helps us interpret the characters and events in scripture as reflections of our own inner transformation.
2. Bridge the Subconscious and the Sacred
While the Bible speaks to our higher mind and spiritual understanding, Tarot speaks to the subconscious, the intuitive, and the emotional body. Combining them creates a full-spectrum map of healing—one that engages the conscious, unconscious, and divine self.
Tarot doesn’t “predict” the Bible—it mirrors it, offering:
- Emotional resonance
- Inner meaning
- Spiritual lesson
This helps us embody the teachings rather than just intellectualize them.
3. Support Non-Literal, Mystical Interpretation
If we read the Bible not as historical fact but as a soul journey, Tarot supports that framework. It helps us see:
- The Garden of Eden as a state of inner harmony.
- The serpent as a catalyst for awakening.
- Cain and Abel as personas within the psyche.
Tarot cards echo these same patterns—inviting us to reflect and evolve, not just obey.
4. Guide Personal Revelation
Each Tarot card acts as a spiritual mirror. When placed alongside a biblical passage, it can help a person:
- See what part of the story they’re currently living.
- Recognize emotional blockages or spiritual opportunities.
- Receive direct inner guidance from their higher self.
For example:
- Reading Genesis 4:9 (Cain & Abel) with the Five of Swords and Judgement card helps us feel the moral weight and spiritual call beyond the literal murder.
5. Restore Feminine and Intuitive Wisdom
The Bible, as traditionally interpreted, often silences the feminine, intuitive, and nonlinear aspects of truth. Tarot reintroduces that dimension:
- The High Priestess restores inner knowing and divine mystery.
- The Empress revives the sacred feminine as a nurturing creator.
- The Moon invites emotional depth and healing.
This balances the rational, patriarchal frameworks and helps integrate heart with mind, intuition with logic.
Final Thought:
Using Tarot with the Bible is not about divination. It’s about illumination.
It’s about awakening the layers of divine meaning encoded in scripture so that it becomes a living revelation—one that meets you exactly where you are on your spiritual path.
The World – Completion, integration, and wholeness. This card embodies the sense of fulfillment and unity that comes from resting in the divine flow.
The Four of Swords – Rest, recuperation, and spiritual grounding. A gentle invitation to pause and restore.
🌟 A Course in Miracles Reflection
- Key Lesson: “I rest in God.”
- Reflection: This teaching affirms that true rest is not merely the absence of work, but the presence of divine peace within. It calls us to trust that we are cared for by the Source and that we can lay down our burdens, even for a moment, and remember that we are whole.
🌿 Why We Include Rituals
Every blog post in this Scripture and Ritual series is more than a reflection—it is a living practice. Rituals are bridges between the seen and the unseen, inviting the soul’s highest truths to manifest in our lives. By including meditation, journaling, tapping, or anointing, we weave the insights of scripture into the fabric of our daily experience—honoring the truth that spiritual transformation is a full-body, heart-centered journey.
💜 Chakra & Energy Healing Focus
Chakra / Energy Center: Root Chakra (Muladhara) – The seat of safety, stability, and belonging.
- Balanced state: When the Root Chakra is open, we feel secure, grounded, and supported by the divine plan.
- Imbalance: When blocked, we may feel anxious, disconnected, or unworthy of love and stability.
🌿 Essential Oils
- Cedarwood – For grounding and reconnecting to the earth.
- Patchouli – For stability and presence in the moment.
- Vetiver – For calmness and deep-rooted security.
💎 Crystals
- Red Jasper – Strengthens the Root Chakra and provides a steady foundation.
- Smoky Quartz – Clears out fear and supports grounded healing.
- Hematite – Anchors energy and shields against stress.
👐 EFT Tapping Sequence
- 🌀 How to Use This Tapping Sequence
Before beginning, take a few deep breaths and tune in to how you’re feeling. EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), also known as tapping, is a simple and powerful tool that helps release emotional blockages and realign your energy. Gently tap with your fingertips on the points listed below, following the affirmations aloud or silently. Use the sides of both hands, or your dominant hand, and repeat the process 2–3 times or until you feel a shift. This practice supports the spiritual message of today’s Root Chakra reflection by helping you integrate its deeper meaning into your body, mind, and soul.
Energy work isn’t always easy—sometimes old blocks resurface. Here’s a tapping sequence to help realign:
1️⃣ Crown: “I open myself to divine stability and wholeness.”
2️⃣ Third Eye: “I trust the divine order in my life.”
3️⃣ Heart Center: “I am safe, I am whole, I am rooted in divine peace.”
🌟 Integration Breath: Breathe deeply, letting each tap align your soul with divine truth.
🌅 Simple Anointing & Meditation Ritual
Anointing
- What Anointing Is and Why It’s Beneficial
Anointing is the sacred practice of applying essential oils to the body with intention, creating a bridge between the physical and spiritual realms. It is a powerful ritual for grounding the energy of your prayers and affirmations into your body, while the aromatic oils awaken your senses and support your alignment with divine truth.
1️⃣ Place a drop of Cedarwood on your fingertips.
2️⃣ Gently anoint the base of your spine or the soles of your feet while whispering:
“I anoint myself with divine light, grounding my spirit in the safety of the Source.”
3️⃣ Optionally anoint your heart center for deeper connection.
Crystal Companion
Hold or place Red Jasper to amplify your Root Chakra’s strength and stability.
Meditation for Divine Union
- Sit comfortably, spine straight.
- Close your eyes and breathe deeply.
- Visualize roots growing from the base of your spine deep into the earth, anchoring you into the heart of creation.
- Feel the earth’s stability and love embracing you fully.
- Affirm softly: “I am safe. I am held by the earth and the Source.”
- Sit in this stillness for a few moments or longer.
🖋️ Journaling for Reflection
After your meditation, journal any insights, feelings, or images that arose. Honor this as your soul’s gentle awakening—each word a witness to your evolution. Reflect on any dreams, visions, or signs of rest and grounding you received.
✨ Closing Blessing
May the divine peace of the seventh day fill your soul and ground your spirit in unwavering trust. May you remember that you are safe, that you are held, and that you are a living expression of divine love. So may it be. 🌟
– Alchemist Iris