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