Tarot

Major Arcana

• 0. The Fool A new beginning, a step into the unknown, enthusiasm, freedom from constraints, trust in the Universe, spontaneity.
• 1. The Magician Will, mastery, the realization of one's intent, self-confidence, decisive action, the knack of putting resources to use.
• 2. The High Priestess Intuition, secret knowledge, the subconscious, passivity, waiting, hidden factors, wisdom.
• 3. The Empress Fertility, abundance, motherhood, feminine energy, nature, creativity, comfort, nurturing care.
• 4. The Emperor Power, structure, stability, authority, logic, order, the father figure, protection.
• 5. The Hierophant Tradition, spiritual guidance, instruction, social norms, marriage, faith, rules.
• 6. The Lovers Choice, partnership, love, harmony, a union of opposites, sincerity.
• 7. The Chariot Triumph, control, forward motion, overcoming obstacles, single-mindedness, victory.
• 8. Strength Inner strength, gentleness, patience, the taming of instinct, courage, confidence.
• 9. The Hermit Solitude, self-knowledge, the search for truth, inner guidance, wisdom, a pause.
• 10. Wheel of Fortune Fate, luck, a turning point, the cycles of life, inevitable change.
• 11. Justice Karmic justice, law, objectivity, balance, cause and effect, honesty.
• 12. The Hanged Man A shift of perspective, voluntary sacrifice, a pause, enlightenment through renunciation, a situation left hanging.
• 13. Death Transformation, the end of the old, transition, the natural completion of a cycle, release.
• 14. Temperance Harmony, balance, compromise, healing, calm, the right measure.
• 15. The Devil Addiction, temptation, materialism, the shadow side, toxic ties, obsession.
• 16. The Tower Sudden collapse, crisis, the shattering of illusions, shock, liberation through pain, cleansing.
• 17. The Star Hope, inspiration, healing, spirituality, renewal, faith in the future.
• 18. The Moon Illusions, fears, the subconscious, deception, secrets, anxiety, powerful intuition.
• 19. The Sun Joy, success, clarity, vitality, positivity, triumph, truth.
• 20. Judgement Rebirth, a karmic reckoning, awakening, decision-making, forgiveness, a new stage.
• 21. The World The completion of a cycle, harmony, wholeness, success, travel, ascent to a new level.

Wands

• 1. Ace of Wands A flash of inspiration, fresh energy, initiative, potential, passion, the urge to act.
• 2. Two of Wands Planning, choosing a path, ambition, widening horizons, boldness in dreaming.
• 3. Three of Wands First results, expansion, travel, confidence in the future, teamwork (in its beginnings).
• 4. Four of Wands Celebration, stability, joy, harmony, reaching the first milestone, home.
• 5. Five of Wands Competition, a clash of interests, rivalry, chaos, struggle, athletic contests.
• 6. Six of Wands Victory, triumph, recognition, glory, self-assurance, the successful close of a stage.
• 7. Seven of Wands Defending one's position, perseverance, standing up for one's convictions, struggling against superior forces.
• 8. Eight of Wands Speed, events moving fast, news, flight, swiftness, the lifting of blocks.
• 9. Nine of Wands Wariness, defense, readiness for a last stand, accumulated experience, wounds — but resilience.
• 10. Ten of Wands A heavy burden, excessive responsibility, fatigue, overwork, the weight of success.
• 11. Page of Wands Enthusiasm, new ideas, impulse, a messenger, curiosity, the courage to begin.
• 12. Knight of Wands Passion, energy, adventurousness, impulsiveness, rapid change of scene.
• 13. Queen of Wands Confidence, charisma, independence, warmth, creative fulfillment, leadership.
• 14. King of Wands Authority, leadership, entrepreneurship, vision for the future, the charismatic executive.

Cups

• 1. Ace of Cups Sincere love, an abundance of emotion, spiritual awakening, joy, a new connection.
• 2. Two of Cups Reciprocity, partnership, falling in love, harmony, reconciliation, a contract.
• 3. Three of Cups Celebration, friendship, merriment, a circle of women, joy among companions, festivity.
• 4. Four of Cups Apathy, boredom, satiety, withdrawal into oneself, ignoring new opportunities.
• 5. Five of Cups Bitterness, loss, disappointment, fixation on the past, regret.
• 6. Six of Cups Nostalgia, childhood, memories, purity, gifts, meeting people from the past.
• 7. Seven of Cups Illusions, dreams, a multitude of choices, fantasy, temptation, detachment from reality.
• 8. Eight of Cups Voluntary departure, the search for meaning, leaving the past behind, a spiritual journey.
• 9. Nine of Cups Emotional fulfillment, wishes granted, pride in success, comfort, joy.
• 10. Ten of Cups Perfect harmony, family happiness, well-being, joy, the ideal in love attained.
• 11. Page of Cups Romance, naivety, intuition, creative impulse, a pleasant message, dreaminess.
• 12. Knight of Cups Idealism, romanticism, infatuation, a proposal of marriage, diplomacy.
• 13. Queen of Cups Empathy, compassion, intuition, caring, emotional depth, tenderness.
• 14. King of Cups Emotional balance, wisdom, diplomacy, calm, the ability to govern one's feelings.

Swords

• 1. Ace of Swords Clarity, a brilliant idea, the triumph of logic, a breakthrough, truth, cutting away the superfluous.
• 2. Two of Swords A forced compromise, guardedness, unwillingness to see the truth, an impasse, a balancing act.
• 3. Three of Swords A broken heart, pain, grief, disappointment, betrayal, harsh truth.
• 4. Four of Swords Rest, recovery, respite, meditation, a pause after struggle, healing.
• 5. Five of Swords A Pyrrhic victory, betrayal, cruelty, a dishonorable win, conflict, humiliation.
• 6. Six of Swords A passage toward better things, gradual healing, a journey, leaving troubles behind.
• 7. Seven of Swords Deception, cunning, strategy, avoiding open conflict, theft, secrecy.
• 8. Eight of Swords The illusion of no way out, limits set in the mind, fear, a victim's stance, paralysis of will.
• 9. Nine of Swords Anxiety, nightmares, insomnia, guilt, working oneself up, mental torment.
• 10. Ten of Swords Rock bottom, total ruin, betrayal, the end of a situation, nowhere further to fall.
• 11. Page of Swords Observance, a keen mind, curiosity, vigilance, gathering information, criticism.
• 12. Knight of Swords Swiftness, intellect, aggression, bluntness, uncompromising resolve, suddenness.
• 13. Queen of Swords Independence, objectivity, intellect, detachment, a clear mind, honesty without embellishment.
• 14. King of Swords An analytical mind, authority, severity, law, strategy, composure, professionalism.

Pentacles

• 1. Ace of Pentacles A chance of material success, a gift, profit, stability, prosperity, health.
• 2. Two of Pentacles Flexibility, juggling resources, bustle, adaptation, keeping many affairs in the air.
• 3. Three of Pentacles Professionalism, teamwork, recognition of skill, learning, quality workmanship.
• 4. Four of Pentacles Accumulation, thrift, stability, conservatism, holding on to what is one's own.
• 5. Five of Pentacles Crisis, poverty, deprivation, health problems, a sense of rejection.
• 6. Six of Pentacles Generosity, charity, fair exchange, patronage, receiving or giving help.
• 7. Seven of Pentacles Awaiting results, patience, assessing the work done, slow growth.
• 8. Eight of Pentacles Diligence, routine, honing one's craft, industriousness, learning a trade.
• 9. Nine of Pentacles Abundance, luxury, independence, enjoying the fruits of one's labor, comfort, success.
• 10. Ten of Pentacles Wealth, legacy, a family business, permanence, tradition, generations.
• 11. Page of Pentacles Pragmatism, the student, good financial news, laying a foundation, new prospects.
• 12. Knight of Pentacles Reliability, perseverance, responsibility, methodicalness, conservatism.
• 13. Queen of Pentacles Practicality, caring, abundance, hospitality, the businesswoman, coziness, fertility.
• 14. King of Pentacles Success, wealth, reliability, status, sponsorship, business acumen.