Card Meanings

Unique to Tarot KC, each session comes with a complimentary notes card summarizing the reading. Take yours home & refer back to it over time against the meanings below.

THE TAROT – AN OVERVIEW 

The traditional Tarot deck consists of 78 cards, divided into the major arcana and the minor arcana. The major arcana comprises 22 cards, each with its own symbolic significance representing major life themes and archetypal energies. Meanwhile, the minor arcana consists of 56 cards, divided into four suits—wands, cups, swords, and pentacles—each representing different aspects of daily life.

THE MAJOR ARCANA 

• The Fool: “Leap of faith into the unknown.”

1. The Magician: “As above, so below.”
2. The High Priestess: “Trust your intuition; the answers lie within.”
3. The Empress: “Nurture your dreams; abundance will follow.”
4. The Emperor: “Structure and order bring stability.”
5. The Hierophant: “Seek wisdom from tradition and authority.”
6. The Lovers: “Union of opposites; choices and partnerships.”
7. The Chariot: “Harnessing willpower to overcome obstacles.”
8. Strength: “Inner fortitude and courage to face challenges.”
9. The Hermit: “Seeking solitude to find inner truth.”
10. Wheel of Fortune: “Life’s cycles bring change and opportunity.”
11. Justice: “Balance and fairness in all matters.”
12. The Hanged Man: “Surrendering to a new perspective.”
13. Death: “Endings pave the way for new beginnings.”
14. Temperance: “Finding harmony through moderation.”
15. The Devil: “Breaking free from self-imposed chains.”
16. The Tower: “Cataclysmic change; upheaval precedes renewal.”
17. The Star: “Hope and inspiration; guiding light in darkness.”
18. The Moon: “Navigating through illusions and intuition.”
19. The Sun: “Radiant joy and illumination; clarity.”
20. Judgement: “Reckoning with past actions; rebirth.”
21. The World: “Completion and fulfillment; cycles come full circle.”

THE MINOR ARCANA

Wands (Fire, Action, Inspiration):

1. Ace of Wands: “The spark of potential ignites.”
2. Two of Wands: “Exploring new horizons; decisions to be made.”
3. Three of Wands: “Expansion and foresight; waiting for ships to come in.”
4. Four of Wands: “Celebration of milestones; joy and harmony.”
5. Five of Wands: “Conflict and competition; asserting oneself.”
6. Six of Wands: “Victory and recognition; public acclaim.”
7. Seven of Wands: “Standing your ground; defending beliefs.”
8. Eight of Wands: “Rapid movement; swift communication.”
9. Nine of Wands: “Resilience in the face of adversity.”
10. Ten of Wands: “Burdened by responsibility; completion nears.”
11. Page of Wands: “Eager and adventurous; embracing new opportunities.”
12. Knight of Wands: “Daring and adventurous; pursuing passions with zeal.”
13. Queen of Wands: “Confident and charismatic; a natural leader.”
14. King of Wands: “Inspiring and visionary; leading with passion and courage.”

Cups (Water, Emotions, Relationships):

1. Ace of Cups: “Overflowing love and new emotional beginnings.”
2. Two of Cups: “Unified partnerships; mutual respect and harmony.”
3. Three of Cups: “Joyous gatherings; friendship and celebration.”
4. Four of Cups: “Contemplation and introspection; seeking inner fulfillment.”
5. Five of Cups: “Loss and regret; focusing on what’s gone.”
6. Six of Cups: “Nostalgia and innocence; childhood memories.”
7. Seven of Cups: “Choices and illusions; exploring possibilities.”
8. Eight of Cups: “Seeking deeper meaning; walking away from the past.”
9. Nine of Cups: “Contentment and satisfaction; emotional fulfillment.”
10. Ten of Cups: “Harmony and happiness; emotional bliss.”
11. Page of Cups: “Creative and imaginative; exploring emotions.”
12. Knight of Cups: “Romantic and dreamy; following the heart’s desires.”
13. Queen of Cups: “Intuitive and compassionate; nurturing emotional connections.”
14. King of Cups: “Emotionally balanced and empathetic; mastering the heart’s realm.”

Swords (Air, Intellect, Challenges):

1. Ace of Swords: “Clarity and breakthrough; new ideas take flight.”
2. Two of Swords: “Stalemate and indecision; weighing options.”
3. Three of Swords: “Heartache and sorrow; emotional pain.”
4. Four of Swords: “Rest and recuperation; healing and contemplation.”
5. Five of Swords: “Conflict and defeat; victory at a cost.”
6. Six of Swords: “Transition and moving forward; leaving troubles behind.”
7. Seven of Swords: “Deception and betrayal; strategic retreat.”
8. Eight of Swords: “Feeling trapped or restricted; self-imposed limitations.”
9. Nine of Swords: “Anxiety and worry; sleepless nights.”
10. Ten of Swords: “Rock bottom; inevitable endings lead to new beginnings.”
11. Page of Swords: “Curious and analytical; seeking truth and clarity.”
12. Knight of Swords: “Determined and focused; pursuing intellectual pursuits.”
13. Queen of Swords: “Wise and discerning; speaking truth with clarity.”
14. King of Swords: “Intellectually sharp and decisive; ruling with logic and authority.”

Pentacles (Earth, Material World, Prosperity):

1. Ace of Pentacles: “Opportunity for growth and prosperity.”
2. Two of Pentacles: “Balancing priorities; juggling resources.”
3. Three of Pentacles: “Teamwork and collaboration; craftsmanship.”
4. Four of Pentacles: “Financial security; holding onto possessions.”
5. Five of Pentacles: “Hardship and loss; seeking assistance.”
6. Six of Pentacles: “Generosity and charity; sharing abundance.”
7. Seven of Pentacles: “Assessing progress; patience and investment.”
8. Eight of Pentacles: “Diligence and craftsmanship; honing skills.”
9. Nine of Pentacles: “Independence and self-sufficiency; enjoying rewards.”
10. Ten of Pentacles: “Wealth and legacy; family prosperity.”
11. Page of Pentacles: “Practical and studious; eager to learn and grow.”
12. Knight of Pentacles: “Reliable and methodical; committed to long-term goals.”
13. Queen of Pentacles: “Practical and nurturing; creating stability and abundance.”
14. King of Pentacles: “Successful and grounded; mastering the material world.”

Source: ChatGPT

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