Major Arcana
There are 22 cards in the Major Arcana. These cards are considered to be the core foundation of any Tarot deck. The messages these cards bring are very deep and meaningful. The Major Arcana represent human consciousness and can give us very valuable advice. The Fool card is considered to be the main character of the Major Arcana, and the rest of the cards represent their journey. Through the desk, The Fool meets new mentors and learns new life lessons. When we reach the World card, The Fool has completed their journey and now understands the meaning behind all things.
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The Fool
Upright:
Beginnings, Taking chances, Originality, Spontaneity, Freedom, Innocence, Adventure
Reverse:
Foolish, Distracted, Careless, Naivety
Ruling Planet: Uranus
Element: Air
Magician
Upright:
Determination, Resourcefulness, Willpower, Manifestation, Skill
Reverse:
Blocks in communication, Confusion, Lack in energy, Illusion, Manipulation
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Element: Air
High Cleric
Upright:
Hidden talents, Intuition, Mystery, Spirituality, Higher power
Reverse:
Repressed intuition, Secrets, Confusion, Hidden motives
Ruling Planet: Moon
Element: Water
Empress
Upright:
Femininity, Abundance, New Opportunities, Nurturing, Stability, Nature, Sensuality, Creativity, Beauty, Fertility
Reverse:
Lack of growth, Feeling stuck, Insecurity, Negligence, Smothering
Ruling Planet: Venus
Element: Earth
Emperor
Upright:
Stability, Authority, Masculine, Leadership, Power, Control, Focus, Protection, Discipline
Reverse:
Immaturity, Control freak, Loss of authority, Lack of Discipline, Tyrant, Recklessness
Ruling Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Hierophant
Upright:
Education, Spiritual guidance, Tradition, Conformity, Knowledge, Beliefs
Reverse:
Rebellion, Poor counsel, non-conformality, New methods, Ignorance
Ruling Planet: Venus
Element: Earth
Lovers
Upright:
Love, Partnerships, Commitment, Romance, Unity, Balance, Unions
Reverse:
Broken relationship, Infidelity, Separation, Disharmony, Conflict, Bad choices
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Element: Air
The Chariot
Upright:
A journey, Success, Ambition, Determination, Willpower, Self-discipline, Confidence
Reverse:
Lack of direction, Scattered energy, Self-doubt, Powerless, Obstacles
Ruling Planet: Moon
Element: Water
Strength
Upright:
Bravery, Courage, Self-confidence, Vitality, Self-belief, Inner strength
Reverse:
Self-doubt, Low confidence, Lacking courage, Lack of self-control, Weakness
Ruling Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
The Hermit
Upright:
Self-reflection, Contemplation, Meditation, Introspection, Solitude, Soul-searching
Reverse:
Loneliness, Sadness, Withdrawing from others, Rejection, Isolation
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Element: Earth
Wheel of Fortune
Upright:
Chance, Change, Destiny, Opportunity, Luck
Reverse:
Bad luck, Misfortune, Disappointment, Unwelcome changes
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Element: Fire
Justice
Upright:
Balance, Fairness, Justice, Accountability, Truth, Honesty, Cause and effect
Reverse:
Imbalance, Lack of accountability, Injustice, Unfair treatment, Dishonesty
Ruling Planet: Venus
Element: Air
The Hanged
Upright:
Waiting, Uncertainty, Lack of direction, Perspective, Metamorphosis, Sacrifice
Reverse:
Missing opportunity, Stalling, Stagnation, Egotism
Ruling Planet: Neptune
Element: Water
Death
Upright:
Endings, Change, Letting go, Transition, New beginnings
Reverse:
Fear of change, Decay, Continuing negative patterns
Ruling Planet: Pluto
Element: Water
Temperance
Upright:
Balance, Harmony, Peace, Tranquility, Serenity, Moderation
Reverse:
Discord, Imbalance, Lack of patience
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Element: Fire
The Devil
Upright:
Fear, Feeling trapped, Temptation, Addiction, Dependency, Limitations, Oppression
Reverse:
Independence, Freedom, Release, Reclaiming control and power
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Element: Earth
Destruction
Upright:
Accident or damage, Destruction, Unexpected/Sudden change, Trauma, Chaos
Reverse:
Obstacles, Illness, Loss, Resisting change, Delaying the inevitable, Averting disaster
Ruling Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
The Star
Upright:
Hope, Good health, Opportunities, Spirituality, Positivity, Healing, Inspiration
Reverse:
Despair, Missed opportunities, Illness, Hopelessness, Negativity
Ruling Planet: Uranus
Element: Air
The Moon
Upright:
Deception, Fear, Insecurity, Illusion, Uncertainty, Confusion, Secrets
Reverse:
Mysteries unveiled, Anxiety, Misunderstanding, Clarity, Release of fear, Strange dreams
Ruling Planet: Neptune
Element: Water
The Sun
Upright:
Confidence, Happiness, Joy, Optimism, Purity, Success, Truth, Vitality
Reverse:
Conceitedness, Lack of clarity, Pessimism, Sadness, Unrealistic expectations, Low vitality
Ruling Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Judgement
Upright:
Awakening, Renewal, Reflection, Reckoning, Self-evaluation, Purpose
Reverse:
Self-doubt, Self-loathing, Lack of self-awareness, Failure to see the lesson
Ruling Planet: Pluto
Element: Fire
The World
Upright:
Completion, Achievement, Fulfilment, Sense of Belonging, Harmony, Success, Flow, Balance
Reverse:
Lack of closure, Lack of achievement, Feeling incomplete, Emptiness, Feeling stuck
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Element: Earth