In this entry I will explain to you what each Arcana of the Tarot cards represents. There are 22 major Arcanas in total.
0. The Fool
This card symbolizes the free spirit within one's self. It urges you to let go of all the things that hold you back and embrace new ideas and new paths.
When this card represents an individual, that person may embody the qualities of the card, such as spontaneity, refreshing optimism, and lightheartedness. Depending on your own character, this person may be utterly enjoyable to be around for laughs and jovial occasions, or dreadfully annoying for his or her lack of seriousness and conformity to propriety.
In terms of situation, the energy of this card lends itself to a certain level of nervous tension and an undisciplined attitude. Depending on the nature of the individual, this can be read in both a positive and negative light.
Reverse
The reverse of this card embodies a nervous individual who expresses caution with the steps that he or she takes. The environment around this person does not lend itself to the carefree spirit that is freely expressed in the upside of this card. Here innocence is lost and replaced with paranoia and fear.
When this card represents an individual, that person would embody the characteristics of a cautious individual. This person often worries about the world around him or her, but desperately tries to fight within him- or herself for the right to be free. In a relationship this individual may be difficult to pin down as commitments or comfortable routines threaten his or her freedom.
In a situation, this card warns against taking big risks. The stakes may be too high to be wasted on a whimsical urge.
I. The Magician
The Magician represents a witty individual who is at home with his or her surrounds. It highlights the characteristics of intelligence, leadership, self-management, and understanding of oneself.
The Magician embodies the individual who begins all projects. He or she is often the manager of a group or a person in a similar role who leads people and brings elements together to give birth to a new project. This person can have many roles, such as organizer, administrator, or even teacher, all to aid the project.
In situations, this card represents the positive beginning of new ventures. This card also represents the presence of an individual who may act as a catalyst for new things to come. In relationships, this card gives the go-ahead to start afresh and begin new with someone you may have had your eye on.
Reverse
You may find when you draw this card that the block you are experiencing is within yourself. This card urges you to look outside as well as within yourself to find what unseen force is holding you back and keeping you from moving forward.
As an individual, this card represents someone who has found him- or herself in a rut in life. This person shows all the signs and promises of success, yet he or she lingers in the same spot for weeks to months. This person is often blinded by what holds him or her back and can become self-loathing and destructive if he or she focuses on it for too long.
In situations, this card brings to light a block in the flow of any project or relationship. Sometimes the block may be an external influence, and other times the block can come from within the project or relationship. Either way, the hindrance needs to be identified and addressed in order to overcome the situation.
II. The Priestess
The High Priestess represents the voice inside us that calls to us to heed our intuition. It tells us to interpret our dreams, read the signs, and follow our gut feelings. It also embodies a wisdom that comes through time and patience, and it asks us to practice the same.
In an individual, this card represents a maternal-like figure who is strong within him- or herself and authoritative. This can mean a man who exudes extreme feminine characteristics or a woman in which these characteristics are highlighted. In line with the theme of a high priestess, the individual may often act in a secretive manner, finding counsel in the privacy of other women and projecting an image of self-sufficiency.
In a situation, the High Priestess represents dealings with women of higher authority. This card also beckons the use of intuition and of trusting one's feelings when unsure of the next step to take. In relationships, this card often symbolizes a partner who may be difficult to attain, for he or she is independent and reclusive in his or her way.
Reverse
The reversed version of the High Priestess represents an extreme side of the reclusive nature of the card. Here issues of superficiality and masks that shield come to play, often hiding something mysterious deeper within oneself. These issues often hide repressed feelings and emotions that may have been put aside due to their hurtful and damaging nature, but which need to be addressed to allow the healing process to begin.
In an individual, the reverse of this card represents hidden enemies who are working against you in background. Their indirect nature makes it difficult to spot and confront them, leaving you to defend yourself with your own counsel and intuition only.
In a situation, this card advises taking a step back and examining more than the initial layer. It warns of superficiality, which may come in many forms such as distractions, bonuses, gifts, and gestures, all to aid avering attention to what really lies beneath. Do not act quickly, but take time to ascertain all the facts before making an informed decision.
III. The Empress
This card represents the strong creative force within oneself to bring forth life. This energy gives fuel to grow and expand any current projects and ventures. Artistically, the energy will guide you to produce endless images and ideas. Careerwise, creatively engaging projects will move along with ease. In the home environment, you will explore decorative tasks and gardening with delight.
In an individual, this card represents a strong maternal character who often provides for you and urges you along these creative paths. This person gives unconditionally for your growth and nurtures your needs to be the best of his or her abilities.
In situations, this card heralds a positive creative growth. You may be surrounded by creature comforts and material wealth. In relationships, love and fertility can be found in abundance and sometimes can be embodied in pregnancy.
Reverse
The reverse of this card represents a creative block found within oneself. The sorrow felt is self-inflicted as the measure of your happiness is quantified by the lack of production. Projects are started in vain, canvases remain blank, and the home feels more like a hollow vessel that is barely warm.
As an individual, the reversed card embodies someone lost in the wilderness of his or her own self. The self-pity this person feels for him- or herself is due to his or her blocked creativity. Growth has taken this person to the path of extreme despair and self-affliction.
In a situation, this card symbolizes a hindrance in the creative flow of a project or a task. In a relationship, one partner or both experience frigidity, sex without love, or even an unwanted pregnancy or abortion. In terms of material wealth, this card forecasts the shadow of poverty and financial difficulty.
IV. The Emperor
This card represents characteristics of ambition, authority, leadership, and paternity that can be found within oneself. Here one can look within to find the drive and determination to lead and to be in control.
In an individual, this card often represents a person in power. This could be a manager, a successful individual, a father figure, or a dominant character in your life. This person's position in your life is determined by you. The individual ultimately seeks control of any situation.
In a situation, this card reflects upon the influence people of power play within agreements, relationships, and projects. Here you may find that the card highlights the presence of such individuals and advises you to pay attention to the role they can play in your life. In a relationship, this card may highlight characteristics of dominance or a power play between partners.
Reverse
The reverse of this card expresses the loss of control within oneself over any given situation. Here higher powers are at play and you may feel threatened for a lack of authority you once had.
In an individual, this card represents an overshadowing character who takes whatever power you had away from you. You willingly or unwillingly become a pawn in his or her game.
In a situation, external forces (not necessarily being an individual or a group of individuals) strip you of any control you once had over your destiny. Rules and regulations may govern your path, forcing you to conform and obey.
V. The Hierophant
This card often represents the characteristics of teaching, organization, and routine. It may represent the need to learn and educate oneself, the comfortable routines one can have in life, or the need for structure and organization within one's life. Often you may find things hard to deal with or comprehend if there is uncertainty dancing around you.
As an individual, this card often represents a teacher, a parent, a priest, or a mentor. This individual often plays a role of structure in your life and helps guide you down a path that has been tried and true for him- or herself. In terms of a mentor, this card can also represent a relationship you have with an older friend or figure in your life who often offers advice from experience.
In situations, this card manifests itself in dealings with structured organizations, large corporations, processes and routines, and religious institutions. Here a knowledge of patterns, routines, and hierarchies is required for a clearer understanding and dealing with the situation. In terms of relationships, this card highlights the routine and clear roles that can be developed over time within parterships.
Reverse
The reverse of this card represents the urge to fight against the establishment. There is a need within yourself to question the structures set up around you and to seek out new and different ways to break past the rigidity of life. Rules and regulations are the bane of your existence and you turn your back to any of the conventional lessons you have learned in your past.
In an individual, this card represents a person who would be viewed as eccentric and unorthodox. This person gives very little care to the ways of society and cares only for the rules he or she makes for him- or herself. This individual can often be difficult to interact with, but can often provide an alternative route to a solution for a task or situation. This person's beauty lies in a different way that he or she perceives the world.
In a situation, this card warns against accepting the conventional as the norm. It suggests exploring a second option or an alternative route before reaching a decision. Within a relationship, this card advises entertaining nonconventional ideas and paths for further enrichment.
VI. The Lovers
Lovers symbolize the love that comes from within oneself. Here the card suggests love that can be found in romance, as well as the union of mind, body, and soul. In terms of self, this card indicates a resolute love of oneself - a comfort and balance that leads to an outward-radiating positive energy.
In terms of an individual, this card represents the idealized and perfect partner. It can also represent an external force or individual who brings the two together, much like a matchmaker or friend.
In terms of a situation, the Lovers card can symbolize an ideal partnership where everything feels right and there is an unspoken unison that envelops everyone involved. The card can also question the method of achieving the ideal, in terms of which paths or tasks need to be taken.
Reverse
The reverse of this card symbolizes the urge to enjoy the pleasure of passion. Here sex is had without love and relationships may be breaking down. The negative emotions associated with love can be felt here, such as jealousy from lack of love and anger from passion within.
In terms of an individual, this card represents the wandering eye of one's partner. It also plays on the theme of adultery in a relationship with the idea of "the other woman" in the background. The question that needs to be addressed here is not who the other person is but what he or she symbolizes.
In a situation, this card serves as a warning and a wake-up call to the existing relationship or partnership. It beckons one to look within for the flaws and deceit that may lie underneath and to question the integrity of the love that binds.
VII. The Chariot
Self-discipline and willpower have brought you to your final victory. This card represents the drive and determination you have to win the race. Even though the victory may feel sudden or effortless to others, you will know within yourself the time and energy you invested to achieve your goals.
As an individual, this card represents a friend or a person who fights to the very end. This person can serve as a positive role model and inspire you to persevere through difficult times. In the case of his or her own race or journey, success will be within his or her grasp.
In terms of situation, this card is a vehicle for good news from distant places and friends. It represents support that can come in many forms, including verbal, physical, and spiritual, all of which guide you on a path toward victory and celebration. This card also heralds a positive outcome through a current struggle or difficulty.
Reverse
Self-control is lost along your destructive path to achieving your goals at any costs. The drive to reach your final goals may blind you to the fact that others may be cast aside in the wake of your path. Your overambitious nature may in the end get the better of you, leaving you with a failed or hollow victory.
In an individual, this card represents a person who cares little for those who may have helped him or her achieve success. This person is self-centered and blindly driven, and becomes self-destructive and hurts those around him or her. This person may also have difficulty facing the reality of his or her actions and drown his or her sorrows in forms of addiction such as drugs or alcohol.
In a situation, this card warns of comprimising the ethics, morality, or integrity of a project/situation for the sake of completion or profit.
VIII. Justice
This card often symbolizes a clear- and level-headed thinker who is able to use logic and deduction to achieve a fair and amicable result. This is reflected in his or her dealings with love, life, and career. When drawn, this card can also reflect on the pros-and-cons method with which one may address all of his or her decisions in life.
In terms of an individual, this card may represent someone from the legal practice or someone connected to the making of law, contracts, and formal agreements. This card can also often symbolize actual legal documents such as leases, contracts or court cases, and negotiations. The person is usually suited to be calm and logical in his or her dealings and negotiations.
In situations, the Justice card often reflects a positive and speedy outcome in favor of the inquirer. It does play toward the ideals of fairness, which means that you will only receive what is due to you and nothing more.
Reverse
The reverse of this card signifies an imbalance in your life that needs to be addressed. The world of legality and processes seems to be working against you, causing extreme frustration. Matters may turn unfavorably upon you and leave you paying more than what you bargained for.
In terms of an individual, this card will often represent the obstruction in the matter. It may be a vengeful spouse looking for a messy divorce, an overbearing attorney who wants to make an example out of you, or the taxation office requiring all of your missing receipts for auditing purposes. Whatever the case is, it will impede any swift resolution in legal matters.
In terms of a situation, the reverse of this card casts a shadow of delay over all proceedings. Should proceedings reach an outcome, there would be a high possibility that it would not work in your favor. In terms of relationships or partnerships, this card acts as a sign marking the end of any agreements. Difficulties may continue to perserve should both parties maintain any existing arrangements.
IX. The Hermit
When representing the self, this card highlights the need to become reclusive. It signifies time needed to be spent by yourself to reflect, contemplate, and understand. This card suggests a path toward the understanding that comes from spiritual doctrines, philosophy, and meditation. This will be a period of peace and with little to no interruptions.
When representing an individual, this card often signifies a teacher, someone wiser, or an old soul who can point you in the right direction. Often only advice is given by this person, as wisdom is aquired through experience.
In a situation, this card acts as a warning for careless and thoughtless actions. It recommends wisdom and forethought before making a decision. As much time as is needed is to be taken to be able to see the situation from every angle and to fully understand the scope of things.
Reverse
Here the card reflects the need to run away from situations and to hide from facing problems. Here escape is what the hermit seeks from the troubles on his shoulders.
In an individual, this card represents a person who is unable to face or deal with his or her demons. This person fills his or her life full of distractions and excuses, which only makes his or her burden more difficult to carry as time passes. This person does not listen to any advice, blinded by fear and confronted by seclusion. This person may even be afraid of being around others and choose to shun society.
In a situation, this card advises acknowledging the issues at hand and facing the facts that need to be dealt with. It is time to stop running away, as well as to place the distractions in your life aside.
X. Fortune
When this card is drawn, it signifies a time of strange coincidences, fortunate meetings, lucky moments, and chance occurrences, all of which put a positive spin on your life.
In the case of an individual, this card may embody an old friend, a lost flame, a benevolent person, or a caring soul.
In terms of situations, this card shines a positive light on any outcome, and usually with abundance. The wheel will spin a full cycle, and at the end of your journey you will start afresh with something new.
Reverse
When the reverse is drawn for this card, your luck has unfortunately run out. Projects will be difficult to initiate, relationships will prove difficult to sustain, gambling will be met with great losses. Luck will have abandoned you at every path that required a choice but which you left to chance.
In the case of an individual, this card may represent someone who is either a victim of cruel fate of bad fortune or someone who is on a destructive path of loss. He or she may be a gambling addict with no self-control, hoping for a lucky break and never acknowledging that in the end "the house will always win."
In terms of situations, this card signifies delays that arise from the ether. Roadblocks, restrictions, and bad weather will all work their way into every situation to slow down the process to fruition. However, much like the turning of the wheel, it will only be a matter of time before good luck will come into play.
XI. Strength
Strength comes from within oneself when this card is drawn. Here it is the courage that is experienced when faced with danger or the ability to stand up to whatever the universe throws in your direction. It is driven by the power of your personal convictions and faith.
Strength comes embodied in those that help you along the way, fueling your own need to be bigger than is expected of you. They can be generous and giving individuals and may also be there to help fight on your behalf or by your side.
In a situation, the Strength card indicates that issues of unpleasant natures should be confronted, arguments are to be settled, and antagonism should be addressed. It advises drawing from within the strength and experience to deal with and overcome these situations. In terms of relationships, this card summons patience and understanding to allow for any difficulties to be addressed.
Reverse
Here courage and strength have left your side. Life may be difficult to face with daily chores and routines wearing you down. You may try to find a hidden place to dwell on your sorrows, but eventually you will need to find your strength to live once again.
As an individual, this card reversed represents a person who has lost hope due to defeat. He or she is generally woeful and full of sorrow and self-pity. This person has lost touch with his or her inner strength and finds it difficult to push through the barriers and difficulties in life.
In a situation, this card advises summoning your inner strength to carry on despite any difficulties you are going through. Inevitably, your fear will need to be overcome and your enemies and obstacles will require confrontation.
XII. The Hanged Man
Life has come to a grinding halt when this card is drawn. Sensible decisions cannot be made, nor can you effect any changes at this juncture. The Hanged Man calls for a stasis of the mind and the body, and to only react to the actions of others. Here patience plays a major role in deciding the final outcome, and it may come at the sacrifice of something else in order to make time.
In terms of an individual, this card can signify someone who is currently in this state of flux, or someone who is about to cause him- or herself to be in one. Nothing in this person's life would seem as if it has changed; routines are observed with little to no deviation from the norm. From an outside appearance, this person has not changed in days, weeks, or months - seemingly from waiting for something to happen. He or she can also embody someone who will cause you to reflect and enter this state of flux for your own development.
This card advises that if a decision is to be made, now would not be the right time in any given situation. It warns of delays and restrictions, even if you went ahead. The best course of action is to hang around, conserve energy, and wait for a sign.
Reverse
The reverse represents the loss of self in situations that run away with you. This card illustrates how you can hold on to what you have so tightly that you fail to grasp the next opportunity as it crosses your path. This card warns of looking past your current situation to explore newer horizons.
In terms of an individual, this card represents a person holding you or someone else back from developing or moving on. He or she manipulates you for his or her own ends by feeding your eagerness to move on.
In situations, the reverse of this card warns against making bad investments, a loss of belongings, and a reversal of luck. It always warns to express caution and to consider your motives and actions before executing them.
XIII. Death
Something painful in life is about to come to an end. The Death card symbolizes the death of any horrid situations or trying times that may be affecting the inquirer. It also heralds a time of change that will be experienced shortly after the end. Major changes lie ahead.
In a situation, the card symbolizes the end of any projects, relationships, or dialogue the inquirer has entered. The end has come for the situation because it has finally reached its lifespan. One has to remember that nothing lasts forever.
Reverse
The aftermath of death brings hope of rebirth. Here a new beginning is to start from the remains of the previous situation. The future looks brighter than before as something new has come into your life.
In a situation, the reverse of this card marks the beginning of something new from the ruins of the previous situation. New projects are to come to light and new hope will bring forth the slow and steady growth of something better.
XIV. Temperance
Once again the theme of balance, similar to Justice, comes into play in one's life. Here, the balance achieved extends into the resolution of issues outside of just legal matters, such as life and love. This card heralds the ability within oneself to bring together differing elements to work in unison. Calm and serenity along with ease will be experienced when this card is drawn.
In terms of an individual, this card brings to light the presence of a person who exhibits qualities of being a counselor, a creator, or a well-rounded individual who knows everything. He or she can be an artist who brings new media together, an instigator who brings people together, or an inventor who merges ideas to form new and exciting avenues of exploration.
In terms of situations, any arguments will be resoved with happy endings. Relationships will blossom under this card as balance and union will be achieved. This card may also advise seeking out a third party to bring closure to any resolutions, such as a mediator, a counselor, or even a diplomat.
Reverse
The reverse often implies that things are out of balance within oneself. Tasks do not seem to work out. Relationships with other do not seem to meld. Ideas and concepts cannot live harmoniously inside your head. Life seems to overrun you with little to no balance between your work and social life.
In terms of an individual, this card would reflect upon a person who has too many things on his or her palette and is trying desperately to balance everything at once and not succeeding very well. This person burdens him- or herself, and eventually you, with his or her dilemmas while frustration takes his or her emotions on a roller coaster ride. This person may come across as unstable and erratic as he or she desperately tries to settle all of his or her issues at once.
In a situation, this card indicates an atmosphere of tension from this imbalance. There might be arguments, quarrels, or competitiveness between teammates and factions. In a relationship, there could be the same restlessness and tension, which will prevent one or both partners from living harmoniously. This card advises one to look within to find the source of the imbalance first before anything can be resolved.
XV. The Devil
This card embodies the need for material well-being. Surrounding you are ambitious thoughts of having more: more wealth, more pleasure, more physical satisfaction. This card grounds itself to the earth, fueling lust and desires that can only be satisfied by the flesh. There will be need for clothes of rich texture, items of social value, and exuberant flourishes all around you. This card warns you of the dangers of money overtaking your life and blinding to the path of true fulfillment. Here the desire to surround yourself with wealth may flirt dangerously with crossing the line of obsession.
In terms of an individual, this card symbolizes the obsessed soul who surrounds him- or herself with items of glamour and material wealth. This person cares for nothing more than the satisfaction that money can bring him or her, whether it be from the things he or she can buy or the people he or she can entice with it.
In situations, this card warns of being too driven by the ultimate goal of profit in terms of wealth or stature. In relationships, it indicates that the passion experienced is deeply rooted in sensual pleasures and is not of a romantic nature. It also warns of an overwhelming sexual attraction to another, which may transform desire into obsession.
Reverse
Here is a warning that power and sexual prowess may lead to abuse. Greed and egocentricity may take over and cause a path of destruction. Life seems to have space for very little else than your obsession with material wealth and physical pleasures.
In terms of an individual, the reverse of this card foretells a person who has entered or will enter your life and treat you as an object for possession. He or she will care nothing for your feelings and goals but only for him- or herself and what he or she can derive from your existence. You may find yourself infatuated and strongly attracted to this person, knowing full well he or she will cause you pain and heartache, for he or she cannot offer you more than superficial pleasures of the flesh and of wealth.
In situations, this card warns of the destructive influence of greed and wealth on the outcome of any arrangements or agreements. Here the other party may exploit your finances, play on your ambitions for his or her goals. In a relationship, the reverse of this card often implies a destructive relationship, which may draw out emotions of jealousy, anger, and fiery passions.
XVI. The Tower
Here the Tower symbolizes a dramatic change in your life where new values, new outlooks, new ideas, and new experiences will be the outcome. Like a great gust of wind, a change will come and uproot your life as you know it and land you in a whole new world. The change experienced will be positive, leaving you with something to look forward to after you have finally settled down.
In terms of situation, dramatic change can only imply something unexpected that causes the outcome to be serendipitous. You can expect new things in life, or a change in career or position. Arrangements and contracts that have been ongoing will terminate and be replaced with new and more exciting ventures. Pending issues wil be tossed to the wind, leaving more interesting to consider. In relationships, new partners could come into play or a whole new environment could bring new challenges for existing couple to explore together.
Reverse
The reverse of this card heralds a dramatic change that cannot be stopped. Much like the above wind, change will be experienced, but it is likened more to a tornado that sweeps through and leaves a path of destruction. Dramatic change may leave you without a career, out of a home, or out of a relationship. However, change, regardless of how negative it may seem, has a purpose: now you have a type of freedom that should be explored.
In situations, this card implies that relationships will come to an abrupt end; careers, contracts, and arrangements will experience the same fell swoop; and life around you would appear to be in ruins in the wake of destruction. However, as stated before, this sudden change gives an individual a chance to explore new options, regardless of how damaging or hurtful the change was.
XVII. The Star
When this card is drawn, it is implied that there is hope in your life. Hope can come from within you to drive you further in life and down your chosen path, and it can also help inspire others around you to achieve their goals or to carry on.
In terms of an individual, this card may symbolize a person who cares deeply for you and helps you along the way. In effect, this person can give you hope directly or indirectly in your dire times of need. He or she also can be an inspiration to people who go out of their way to help others, such as activists, humanitarians, or volunteers for aid organizations.
In situations, this card reflects favorably on any outcome. It also asks to keep hope alive in tougher situations and not to lose faith in any struggle. In relationships, this card implies a positive and balanced ideal relationship between partners.
Reverse
Depression plays heavily on your heart as all hope has left you. Pessimism and doubt toil in your mind and thoughts, leaving you to feel sorrow and self-pity.
In terms of an individual, the reverse highlights characteristics of a woeful individual who hides in the shadows of his or her own self-loathing. He or she has lost hope for the rest of the world and chooses to shun it by turning his or her back on it.
In a situation, a loss of hope may cause tension and a loss of faith in any positive outcome. Contracts may fall through, promotions may be abandoned or put aside, or arrangements may be tossed to the wind. In relationships, a loss of hope feeds on the insecurities of each person, leaving partners to distrust each other and forget any form of unconditional love.
XVIII. The Moon
This card represents the fantastical side of your being. Here dreams and fantasies play a major role in shaping your frame of mind or path in life. This card urges you to heed those dreams and interpret them, to live out your fantasies for fulfillment, to see past the illusions and understand them. Here intuition and your psychic abilities must take hold and be explored. Creative things can be derived from these elements: plays can be written, art can be produced, stories can be told to many.
In terms of an individual, the Moon represents an embodiment of dreams, fanatsies and illusions. Here, a benevolent soul may help you bring to life your deepest fantasies, or help you explore and understand your dreams. This person could be highly psychic or merely working in the field of creative exploration. Either way, he or she provides you with the medium with which to reach for your dreams.
In situations, the Moon often reflects the inquirer's current environment. Here the atmosphere would seem far from ordinary, relating more to areas of amusement such as nightclubs, amusement parks, or even themed office parties. Here the air is filled with fun and enjoyment for the exploration and indulgence of many. This card advises taking a lighter, less serious step in dealing with situations, and allowing for the exploration of new and more enjoyable avenues.
Reverse
Illusions can often take a negative turn when all caution is thrown to the wind. Here you may find yourself being a little delusional in the way you treat or see situations and people; you could be blinded by an idea fixed in your head. Your nights may be tormented with nightmares that awaken you suddenly, causing you to be irritable. Your mental prowess can also be drained due to your obsession with your dreams, which leaves you hiding from reality.
In terms of an individual, the reversed Moon can often symbolize a person who promises false fantasies. He or she can lure you into a financial or physical trap by playing with your mind. Be wary of superficial people who show interest in you while stroking your ego. This card may also reflect upon the individual who has shunned reality and taken to the world of drugs and alcoholism to deal with his or her demons. In extreme cases, this card may represent the mentally disturbed or insane, from whom reality has long left them.
In situations, this card warns against making any deals or commitments as they may be false or misleading. Relationships could be clouded in a picture-perfect illusion but hide deceit and lies beneath.
XIX. The Sun
Happiness is about to enter and partake in your life. The sun shines brightly in your darkest moment and has brought you out of any depressive slump you may have been experiencing. You will find the drive and energy to achieve any goals you set out to reach. The air around you will be filled with joy and color and you will be able to bask in the calm and serenity of it all.
In terms of an individual, the Sun represents a bundle of joy that can enter your life and bring a smile to your face. This can be someone who makes you laugh till you cry, tickles you till you can't bear it any longer, or just makes you smile by being there for you. This person can be a friend, a family member, or even a stranger with a powerful act of kindness or charity.
In the case of a situation, the Sun always shines in a positive light for any outcome. Everything will go according to plan, profits can be enjoyed, and arguments will be settled on a happy note. Relationships will blossom fruitfully under the guidance of the Sun, leaving room for the possibility of new projects, experiences, or even births.
Reverse
There is too much energy in your life, and it could lead to self-destruction. You could be too driven to push yourself to reach your goals. The pursuit of happiness may leave other plans to crumble or responsibilities cast aside.
In terms of an individual, the reverse of this card may represent someone who is too bright and brilliant to spend too much time with. He or she can be someone who parties too hard or overindulges in the pursuit of happiness and runs a risk of burning out.
In situations, this card can signify difficulties in achieving goals swiftly. There could be a breakdown in communication between partners and their goals, or an imbalance of effort into achieving their goals, which can cause resentment. Projects may also be delayed because goals were set too high. Team members may feel burned out because managers may push them too hard. In relationships, neglect may be a concern as one partner may feel he or she is contributing to the relationship more than others. In families, children could be hard to contain due to hyperactivity and restlessness.
XX. Judgement
Decisions are made when this card is drawn. The right decision will become apparent within yourself if you listen to your inner voice. Sometimes the answers are obvious, but we fail to hear them for distractions and background noise. When the decision is reached, you will feel at ease with yourself because the hardest part will be over. The awakening within oneself can also mean a confidence has been regained.
When this card represents an individual, the person acts as a sign or a giver of advice that only reaffirms what you have always known within you.
In a situation, this card calls for a decision to be made to resolve any issues. It is more important to consider what lies ahead of your decision than to waste any more time in marking it. Much like the Death card, the call of Judgement means a closure to the end of the journey, and it is now time to decide on which path to travel. You may consider a new job, a new career, a new relationship, or even a whole new environment.
Reverse
Procrastination has caused a delay in the making of your decisions. The trumpets blare for a response, and yet you hold back on moving on. Time is wasted through distractions and dithering. This card warns of making a decision soon or the opportunity will pass, leaving you with only regret.
In terms of an individual, this card embodies the ultimate procrastinator. This person not only wastes his or her time making a decision, but the time of others. The excuses are endless, and he or she has mastered the art of diversion. The person is afraid to commit to the possibilities of the future or to take responsibility for his or her own actions.
In terms of a situation, the reverse of this card signifies a fear of change and of responsibility. Projects may never begin, relationships may never get past the initial stages, and life decisions may never be executed. Everything remains stagnant and in flux, festering away with neglect, which will eventually lead to decay and dissipation.
XXI. The World
When the World is drawn, it would seem that you would come across a stage of fulfillment and completion in your life. This card, similar to the Wheel of Fortune, brings to an end a journey in life and is the cause for celebration and rejoicing. It represents entering a new phase in your life and leaving an old one behind, whether it be a new job, a marriage, or even a new social circle.
In terms of a situation, this card represents to closure of any deals, contracts, or arrangements, thus opening up the door for a new one to take its place. In terms of relationships, it foretells balance and happiness, for the journey has ended and the celebrations may begin.
Reverse
When the reverse of this card is drawn, there will be delays in reaching one's goals. The path may be difficult or the distractions along the way too tempting. Whatever the case, the end must be reached as a new phase awaits.
In situations, things have not been completed on time. Projects are still in their final stages even though the deadline has been crossed, relatives unexpectedly turn up to stay when your house is still being renovated, or there is talk of marriage and children when the finances are not available. All around you the atmosphere will be that of nearing completion, but not necessarily there yet.
 Kitty the Ninja Pikachu · Tue Oct 30, 2012 @ 11:47pm · 0 Comments |
