The Fool is a naive, optimistic, and carefree character. He represents the earliest stages of life or the infancy of a new life phase. The Fool still has challenges yet to come, as indicated by the mountains in the background, but he doesn’t worry about them.

The Fool encourages curiosity and an open mind. There is great potential and opportunity, so the best thing to do is go with your gut.

The Magician is a powerful symbol in the Tarot. He represents manifestation, power, creativity, and resourcefulness. He has one hand pointing toward the sky while the other points toward the Earth, representing a connection between the ethereal and terrestrial realms.

The Magician looks over a table containing the four symbols of Minor Arcana, representing the resources available to him if he chooses to use them.

The Magician indicates it is a good time to move forward on an idea and remain committed to it.

The mysterious High Priestess is the symbol of intuition, the subconscious, and spiritual enlightenment. She is a divine feminine ruler and is the gatekeeper between the physical and spiritual worlds.

The letters on the pillars represent Hebrew words. B stands for Boaz (“he is strong”) and the J stands for Jachim (“God establishes”).

The High Priestess encourages us to look inward for answers and use intuition.

The Empress represents beauty, nurturing, and abundance. She is calm and content with her life. The Empress indicates the need to relax and allow things to happen naturally.

The Empress encourages connecting with one’s more feminine traits and creating beauty. Artistic expression and connecting with nature are representative of the card.

The Emporer, sitting on his throne with a scepter and globe in each hand, represents stability, rules, and authority. Every symbol on this card is a representation of strength and power.

The Emporer may be old and wise, but he is strong and stubborn and represents the result of taking firm and deliberate action.

The Hierophant is the embodiment of ritual, tradition, and conformity. He can be interpreted as the need for acceptance from others and to fit in with society. 

The Hierophant suggests adherence to rules and principles, which could indicate being part of a group of people. Whether taking the role of mentor or regular group member, the established system of rules is comforting.

The Lovers obviously represent love, attraction, and relationships. The man and woman are symbolic of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. They are overseen by an angel, blessing them and reminding them of heavenly influence. 

Behind them are two trees of temptation with a serpent perched in the tree behind the woman. The serpent and trees are symbolic of temptation.

The Chariot, with its triumphant occupant, indicates forward motion, success, and willpower. Although the sphynxes are of opposite color and pulling in opposite directions, The Chariot still moves forward through the willpower of the driver.

The Chariot rider wasn’t given any of his possessions, he earned them through dedication and personal achievement.

The Strength card shows a woman subduing a savage lion.

Strength obviously represents strength, but a calm, patient, and efficient strength. It indicates a proper use of power, compassion, and persuasion to achieve one’s goals.

The Strength card is counter to the Chariot in that power of individual is subtle. It represents quietly influencing others to accomplish one’s goals rather than outwardly tackling the challenges. 

The Hermit, walking alone atop white mountains, is a symbol of introspection and solitude. He has achieved much, as indicated by his position at the top of the mountain range. His lantern is meant to guide his own journey as well as the seeker below him.

Even though The Hermit has summited the mountains, he is still searching for answers.

The Wheel of Fortune reminds us that life is always in flux. There are many symbols on this card, representative of dozens of life cycles we experience.

There is an aspect of the Wheel of Fortune that foretells good luck and success, often when the Querent is making good decisions anyway.

The Wheel of Fortune encourages optimism and faith that the Universe will grant a good outcome. The Universe is unpredictable and sometimes chaotic but will take care of us if we are open to it.

Justice is simply the representation of fairness and balance.

It reminds us that we are always responsible for our actions, and that there are consequences for everything.  

Justice also represents truth. It encourages finding truth through facts and by being thorough.

Do not be too hasty to deal out judgment before knowing the full truth.

The Hanged Man is hanging upside-down from a live tree, gaining a different perspective of the world. He is not suffering but is rather calm and observant. The Hanged Man indicates the need to pause, look around, and be willing to surrender to new ideas.

The Death card shows a skeleton clad in black armor atop a white horse. Three people beg to be spared by Death, but death is inevitable.

Death in this instance should not be literally taken as the end of life. It signifies the end of a cycle and the beginning of a new one.

It indicates the transformation of the individual to a new state of being.

Temperance shows an angelic figure, neither male nor female. The angel has one foot in the water and one on the ground, showing us that we need to stay active, but remain grounded and practical.

While one might have an extravagant imagination with many ideas, it is important to have a purpose and transfer our imagination into reality. 

The Devil signifies temptation, addiction, and lust. The card shows the Horned Goat of Mendes holding a torch down toward the Earth. He also holds two naked humanoid figures seemingly captive. However, the chains holding them appear loose, and they have grown horns and tails, becoming more like The Devil. 

The Devil shows us that once somebody succumbs to initial temptation, it becomes more difficult over time to free himself. Seeing The Devil encourages acknowledgment of an issue before it becomes too difficult to solve.

The Tower represents sudden change or upheaval. Most of the cards in the Tarot imply gradual change, but The Tower is a symbol of chaos and can sometimes indicate catastrophic change. 

The Towers show a quite chaotic scene, A tall tower atop a mountain is struck by lightning and catches fire. Two people have jumped from the tower. The 22 flames in the sky represent the 12 Zodiac signs and the 10 points of the Tree of Life, reminding us that there is always divine intervention in times of chaos.

The Star card is symbolic of renewal, faith, and spirituality. It shows a naked woman pouring water out of two vessels to continue the natural cycle of fertility. 

There is a large star in the background with seven smaller stars, each of which representing the chakras.

The Star represents a time of personal growth as one develops a renewed appreciation for their blessings.

The Moon card indicates intuition and a powerful subconscious. There are several contradictory symbols on this card, such as the full and crescent moon, the wolf and dog, and opposing pillars. The Moon card reminds us of both the tamed and wild aspects of our minds and that both are useful.

The Moon can also signify a time of uncertainty where things aren’t always what they initially seem. During this time it is important to trust one’s intuition.

The Sun card is a symbol of optimism, success, and good health. It often corresponds to a successful accomplishment and the good feelings that come from it. If one is going through a difficult time, it is a sign that things are about to get better.

The Sun encourages sharing your good energy with others.

The Judgement card indicates a generally fulfilling life where an individual is ready to look inward and judge himself before moving on. It represents a rebirth or awakening at the end of a major life event.

Judgment can indicate the need to make a monumental decision requiring the culmination of all life’s experiences.

The World card symbolizes completion and accomplishment. It means that one is about to achieve something that he has been working toward for a long time.

It is a good time to reflect on the journey and celebrate the success. If there is any unfinished business, The World encourages one to bring closure to them.

The Suit of Cups is associated with the element of water, representing emotions, feelings, and relationships. Cups indicate what is happening in the heart rather than the head.

The Three is the card of friendship and comradery. It encourages a happy gathering with one’s closest friends. 

The Suit of Pentacles is associated with the element of Earth, representing prosperity health, security, and stability. Pentacles deal with tangible worldly possessions. 

Money may be the first thing that comes to mind in Pentacle, but the cards can also refer to health.

The Three symbolize successful teamwork. A group of different people has come together to achieve an early success. 

The Suit of Swords is associated with the element of air, representing intellect, logic, action, and power. Aspects of Swords can be used for good but can also be very powerful when used for evil.

The Suit of Swords is a tragic tale, starting with the exploitation of intellect for good and ending with abject failure and disaster when used sinisterly. 

The Four resembles a moment of rest and contemplation after the chaos of the Three. It encourages solitary reflection.

The Suit of Wands is associated with the element of fire, representing passion, energy, willpower, and strength. Wands describe personality traits and how they affect plans and goals. Stepping through the cards in the Suit of Wands is akin to following a personal journey.

The Four indicates that it’s time to celebrate with your closest acquaintances. It is a good time to pause the hard and relax.

The Suit of Cups is associated with the element of water, representing emotions, feelings, and relationships. Cups indicate what is happening in the heart rather than the head.

The Six represents nostalgia and longing for a familiar and happy past. It encourages using memories to affect the present. 

The Suit of Swords is associated with the element of air, representing intellect, logic, action, and power. Aspects of Swords can be used for good but can also be very powerful when used for evil.

The Suit of Swords is a tragic tale, starting with the exploitation of intellect for good and ending with abject failure and disaster when used sinisterly. 

The Six is a symbol of transition. It encourages reflecting on past turmoil, letting go of it, and moving toward a new future.

The Suit of Pentacles is associated with the element of Earth, representing prosperity health, security, and stability. Pentacles deal with tangible worldly possessions. 

Money may be the first thing that comes to mind in Pentacle, but the cards can also refer to health.

The Six implies generosity due to financial security. There is a sense of balance and equilibrium with wealth and appreciation of status. 

The Suit of Wands is associated with the element of fire, representing passion, energy, willpower, and strength. Wands describe personality traits and how they affect plans and goals. Stepping through the cards in the Suit of Wands is akin to following a personal journey.

The Seven indicates that with the public success of the Six, competition is inevitable. This card represents the struggle to maintain position. 

The Suit of Cups is associated with the element of water, representing emotions, feelings, and relationships. Cups indicate what is happening in the heart rather than the head.

The Nine indicates satisfaction and appreciation for emotional and material accomplishments.

The Suit of Swords is associated with the element of air, representing intellect, logic, action, and power. Aspects of Swords can be used for good but can also be very powerful when used for evil.

The Suit of Swords is a tragic tale, starting with the exploitation of intellect for good and ending with abject failure and disaster when used sinisterly. 

The Nine is a sign of anxiety and fear. It encourages one to not dwell on past fears and to seek help from others. 

The Suit of Pentacles is associated with the element of Earth, representing prosperity health, security, and stability. Pentacles deal with tangible worldly possessions. 

Money may be the first thing that comes to mind in Pentacle, but the cards can also refer to health.

The Ten symbolizes a successful completion of a journey. The accumulated wealth can be enjoyed by the entire family.