From the great love of the Empress, we now transition to learning the value of responsibility. Here is where the Emperor excels. While he understands love, he also understands that it sometimes requires a firmer touch. In order to tread further upon the spiritual path, sometimes control, order and structure is needed. His power also represents stability and security; when treading the spiritual path, discipline and routine is also necessary. Rational thought, separated from the emotional self may bring you to where you need to go. You may find yourself in a moment where these traits are helpful to further your progress. He is the divine masculine and the law of civilization, and is associated with the planet Mars.