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Tarot Card Meanings

Every card in the tarot deck has its own page with its upright and reversed meaning and what it says about love, work and money.

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A young man stands at the edge of a cliff with a small bundle on a stick over his shoulder, a white flower in his hand and a white dog at his heels. Tarot Card Meanings

The Fool Tarot Card Meaning

The Fool upright is the day you start something out of curiosity; reversed, the day you put it off. In love, work and money, it shows your first step.

Read the term → A young man in a purple robe stands behind a table, holding a star-tipped wand up in one hand and pointing at white lilies with the other Tarot Card Meanings

The Magician Tarot Card Meaning

The Magician upright means you start something yourself with the skills you have; reversed, you wait for someone else to start it. Start with what you have.

Read the term → The High Priestess tarot card: a woman with long hair sits between a dark purple pillar and a white pillar, holding a half-open scroll, with a golden crescent moon at her feet Tarot Card Meanings

The High Priestess Card Meaning

Upright, The High Priestess means weighing a matter alone before telling anyone; reversed, dropping your gut feeling for others' views. In love, you go quiet.

Read the term → A woman with long curly hair and a crown of stars sits on purple cushions in the grass, holding a gold scepter, with a basket of wheat, grapes and pomegranates in front of her and a wheat field and waterfall behind Tarot Card Meanings

The Empress Tarot Card Meaning

The Empress upright shows care for your home and loved ones paying off; reversed, you forget yourself. In love and at home, you give with warmth.

Read the term → The Emperor tarot card showing a bearded man in armor and a starry purple cloak on a stone throne with ram heads, holding a star-tipped scepter and a golden orb, snowy mountains behind him Tarot Card Meanings

The Emperor Tarot Card Meaning

The Emperor upright means you set the rule and carry the responsibility; reversed, running everything your own way gets things stuck. See love and money too.

Read the term → An old bearded man in a purple robe and tall purple and gold crown sits between two stone pillars with his right hand raised, two kneeling figures and two crossed golden keys before him Tarot Card Meanings

The Hierophant Card Meaning

Upright, the Hierophant means you listen to someone experienced and pick a proven method; reversed, you try the task your own way. Ask the expert first.

Read the term → The Lovers tarot card showing a winged angel under a golden sun above a man and a woman who reach their hands toward each other Tarot Card Meanings

The Lovers Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, The Lovers shows you choosing between two options by what you value; reversed, you leave the decision to someone else. In love, you make the choice.

Read the term → The Chariot tarot card: an armored young man stands in a chariot under a purple canopy with a star, a dark sphinx and a white sphinx crouch in front, and a city with towers stands behind him Tarot Card Meanings

The Chariot Tarot Card Meaning

The Chariot upright shows you pulling scattered tasks toward one goal; reversed, you start too many things and stall. Read it for love, work and money.

Read the term → A barefoot woman in a white dress and a crown of purple flowers holds the open mouth of a calm lion under an eight-pointed star Tarot Card Meanings

Strength Tarot Card Meaning

Strength upright shows you handling a hard moment calmly without shouting; reversed, your patience runs out and you raise your voice. Read the full meaning.

Read the term → An old man with a long white beard, in a hood and gray cloak, stands on a snowy peak holding a golden lantern with a small star inside and a tall wooden staff. Tarot Card Meanings

The Hermit Tarot Card Meaning

The Hermit upright means stepping back to think a question through alone; reversed, it shows you have kept your distance too long. In love, you pause first.

Read the term → Wheel of Fortune tarot card with a golden wheel in the clouds, a winged sphinx on top and an angel, eagle, bull and lion in the four corners Tarot Card Meanings

Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card Meaning

Wheel of Fortune upright means you adjust fast to a change you did not choose; reversed, you resist it and cling to the old routine. In money, plan for change.

Read the term → Justice tarot card showing a crowned woman in a white dress and purple cloak on a throne between two stone pillars, holding an upright sword and golden scales Tarot Card Meanings

Justice Tarot Card Meaning

Justice upright: you hear both sides and decide fairly; reversed: you stay quiet instead of asking for what is yours. In love and work, weigh both sides.

Read the term → A young man in purple trousers and a white shirt hangs upside down by one foot from a tree branch, a gold halo around his head, above a lavender field with white lilies. Tarot Card Meanings

The Hanged Man Tarot Card Meaning

The Hanged Man upright is the day you stop forcing things and see them differently; reversed, you leave a matter hanging too long. In love, you take your time.

Read the term → A young curly-haired rider in a starry purple cloak on a white horse holds a white flag with a rose, four people around him, two towers and a sun in the distance Tarot Card Meanings

Death Tarot Card Meaning

Death tarot card upright means closing a chapter and dropping an old habit; reversed, it means struggling to let go. It never predicts physical death.

Read the term → A woman with purple wings stands by a stream and pours water from a gold jug into a gold cup, one foot in the water, a path behind her leading to a rising sun Tarot Card Meanings

Temperance Tarot Card Meaning

Temperance upright shows the day you get the measure right in a task, and reversed the day you overdo it. You keep work and money at a steady pace.

Read the term → A horned figure sits on a black stone block under a full moon, with gold chains hanging loosely around the necks of a kneeling young man and a long-haired woman. Tarot Card Meanings

The Devil Tarot Card Meaning

The Devil upright shows the habit that keeps you tied down; reversed, the day you take the first step to break free. The card is no curse or omen of harm.

Read the term → A stone tower on a rocky hill struck by lightning from dark purple clouds, with stones flying off its top and golden light pouring out of the break Tarot Card Meanings

The Tower Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, The Tower shows a cracked setup falling apart so you see the truth; reversed, you put off the change until the last minute. It is not a disaster card.

Read the term → A dark-haired woman in a white dress kneels by a lake and pours water from two gold jugs under a large eight-pointed gold star Tarot Card Meanings

The Star Tarot Card Meaning

The Star tarot card shows hope returning after hard times; reversed, it shows how hard it feels to believe things will improve. Hope returns in love and work.

Read the term → The Moon tarot card: a full moon with a calm, closed-eyed face between two stone towers, a dog and a wolf howling below, and a crayfish climbing from a pool onto a winding path Tarot Card Meanings

The Moon Tarot Card Meaning

The Moon upright means trusting your gut while something stays unclear; reversed, it clears up and you feel relief. In love, you trust your instinct.

Read the term → The Sun tarot card: a smiling sun shines over a laughing child on a white horse holding an orange flag, with sunflowers behind a stone wall Tarot Card Meanings

The Sun Tarot Card Meaning

The Sun upright means your work gets noticed and you celebrate openly; reversed, it goes unnoticed and you keep your joy quiet. The answer is a clear yes.

Read the term → An angel with purple wings blows a golden trumpet above the clouds while people stand in the water below with their arms raised toward it Tarot Card Meanings

Judgement Tarot Card Meaning

Judgement upright is the day you finally decide on something you put off; reversed, you put it off again. In love, you settle an old question.

Read the term → The World tarot card showing a dancing woman with a gold wand in each hand inside an oval laurel wreath, with an angel, an eagle, a bull and a lion in the four corners Tarot Card Meanings

The World Tarot Card Meaning

The World tarot card means finishing a long piece of work and seeing the result; reversed, a last step left undone. In love and work, you close a chapter.

Read the term → A hand reaches out of a cloud holding a leafy wooden wand above a castle on a hill and a winding river. Tarot Card Meanings

Ace of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Ace of Wands shows a strong urge to start something; reversed, you hold off on the first move. In work and love, the first move is yours.

Read the term → A figure in a purple cloak stands on castle battlements holding a small globe and a leafy wand, looking out to sea, with a second wand fixed to the wall Tarot Card Meanings

Two of Wands Card Meaning

Two of Wands upright is the moment you plan which of two paths to take; reversed, you keep putting the decision off. See what it means in love and work.

Read the term → A figure in a purple cloak stands on a rocky hilltop beside three wands, watching three sailing ships cross the sea under a low sun. Tarot Card Meanings

Three of Wands Card Meaning

Three of Wands upright shows the first results of your plan and the next step; reversed shows delays and impatience. See love, work and yes or no answers.

Read the term → Four wands planted in the ground hold a garland of flowers and grapes while two people raise bouquets in front of an open castle gate Tarot Card Meanings

Four of Wands Card Meaning

Four of Wands upright is the day you gather everyone at home to celebrate; reversed, a planned celebration is postponed. Your home fills with friends.

Read the term → Five young people in purple, white and lilac clothes cross long leafy wands in a circle on a meadow of purple flowers, with mountains behind them. Tarot Card Meanings

Five of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Five of Wands upright is the moment you stand up for your view while everyone argues; reversed, you stay quiet to avoid a fight. Read it for love and work.

Read the term → A young rider on a white horse wears a laurel crown and raises a wand tied with a laurel wreath while a smiling crowd lifts their wands around the rider Tarot Card Meanings

Six of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Six of Wands shows hard work that earns congratulations; reversed, it shows success nobody notices. See what it means in love, work and money.

Read the term → A young man on a hilltop holds a wand across his body with both hands while six wands rise toward him from below. Tarot Card Meanings

Seven of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Seven of Wands upright means holding your position when others object; reversed, you grow tired as the objections pile up. Read its meaning in love and work.

Read the term → Eight of Wands tarot card: eight leafy wands fly at the same angle through a starry sky above a river valley with a mountain, cypress trees and white lilies. Tarot Card Meanings

Eight of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

The Eight of Wands upright shows a fast day of news arriving one after another; reversed, the wait drags on. Asked yes or no, the upright card says yes.

Read the term → A young woman with closed eyes rests her head on a staff, with four upright wands on each side, a star above her and lilies at her feet Tarot Card Meanings

Nine of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Nine of Wands upright means you keep going while tired because the end is close; reversed, you think of quitting just before the finish. Take the last step.

Read the term → A young man bent forward carries a bundle of ten wands on his back along a stony path toward a small town with a bell tower. Tarot Card Meanings

Ten of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Ten of Wands is the day you let some tasks go; reversed, it is the day you carry them all alone. Here is how to share the load at work and home.

Read the term → A young figure in a feathered purple hat and starry purple cloak holds a leafy wand and looks up at a bright sun above a path, a lake and cypress trees Tarot Card Meanings

Page of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Page of Wands upright means eagerly starting to learn something new; reversed, the eagerness fades fast. As a person, it shows a curious, eager student.

Read the term → A young rider in armor on a rearing white horse holds a leafy wand overhead, a purple starred cape flying back, a lavender field and a distant tower behind Tarot Card Meanings

Knight of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Knight of Wands upright is the day you act on a decision at once; reversed, you rush in and leave the job half done. As a person, it shows someone bold.

Read the term → A crowned queen on a stone throne holds a leafy wand and a sunflower, with lion heads carved on the throne and a black cat at her feet Tarot Card Meanings

Queen of Wands Card Meaning

Upright, the Queen of Wands is the day you trust yourself and rally others; reversed, it is the day you wait for approval. As a person, it is a trusted leader.

Read the term → A crowned king on a stone throne holds a flowering wand and rests one hand on a carved lion head, with gold salamanders and stars around him Tarot Card Meanings

King of Wands Card Meaning

King of Wands upright is the day you set the direction and others follow; reversed, you set it without listening. As a person, it shows a leader.

Read the term → A hand reaches from the clouds holding an overflowing golden cup, with a white dove above it and white water lilies on the pond below Tarot Card Meanings

Ace of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

The Ace of Cups upright is the day you openly show someone your affection; reversed, it is the day you keep it to yourself. In love, say what you feel.

Read the term → A young man and a young woman face each other and hold out golden cups, with a winged lion above them and a stone house on a hill behind Tarot Card Meanings

Two of Cups Card Meaning

The Two of Cups upright shows two people who want the same thing and grow closer; reversed, it shows growing distance. In love it is a mutual bond.

Read the term → Three women in flower crowns raise their cups together above their heads, with grapes, a full basket and pumpkins at their feet Tarot Card Meanings

Three of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

The Three of Cups upright is the day you meet friends and laugh together; reversed, the day you stay home instead. See its meaning in love, work and money.

Read the term → A young man sits under a tree with his arms crossed and three gold cups on the grass, while a hand from a cloud offers him a fourth cup. Tarot Card Meanings

Four of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

Four of Cups upright is the day you ignore an offer in front of you; reversed, you finally notice it and say yes. In love, you miss the hand held out to you.

Read the term → A figure in a long dark purple cloak bows over three spilled cups while two cups stand upright behind, with a river, a stone bridge and a house beyond. Tarot Card Meanings

Five of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

Five of Cups upright shows sadness after a letdown while you notice what remains; reversed shows you recovering. In love, you see what still stands.

Read the term → Six of Cups tarot card: a boy in a purple vest hands a golden cup of white flowers to a girl on a stone step in an old village lane Tarot Card Meanings

Six of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

Six of Cups upright is the day an old memory or old friend makes you happy; reversed, you get stuck in the past and drop today's tasks. See its love meaning.

Read the term → A man seen from behind looks up at seven golden cups floating in clouds, each holding something different, such as a castle, a dragon, jewels and a laurel wreath. Tarot Card Meanings

Seven of Cups Card Meaning

The Seven of Cups upright shows you picking the realistic option from many; reversed, a daydream makes you miss the real chance. See love, work and money.

Read the term → A figure in a purple cloak walks up a rocky path toward the mountains at night, leaving eight gold cups standing on a low stone wall Tarot Card Meanings

Eight of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Eight of Cups shows you leaving what no longer makes you happy; reversed, you want to go and stay anyway. In love, it asks for one honest talk.

Read the term → A young man with folded arms and closed eyes sits on a stone bench in front of a long table holding nine gold cups Tarot Card Meanings

Nine of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

The Nine of Cups upright means a wish comes true and you enjoy it calmly; reversed, the joy feels incomplete. Upright, it is a clear yes in yes or no readings.

Read the term → Ten of Cups tarot card showing ten golden cups on a rainbow above two adults holding each other, two children dancing and a stone house on a hill Tarot Card Meanings

Ten of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

Ten of Cups upright means a peaceful time at the table with the people you love; reversed, you feel tension at that same table. Home and love feel settled.

Read the term → A young person in a flowered tunic stands by the sea holding a gold cup and smiling at a purple fish that looks out of it Tarot Card Meanings

Page of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Page of Cups brings a sweet message you did not expect; reversed, a hoped-for message stays silent and you feel hurt. In love, it is sweet news.

Read the term → A young knight on a slow-walking white horse holds out a gold cup beside a calm lake, with cypress trees and purple hills behind Tarot Card Meanings

Knight of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

Knight of Cups upright means you move toward someone you like or work you love; reversed, you put that step off. It brings a heartfelt offer in love.

Read the term → A queen on a shell-backed stone throne at the edge of the sea, looking at the lidded gold cup she holds in both hands Tarot Card Meanings

Queen of Cups Card Meaning

Upright, the Queen of Cups shows you listening with understanding; reversed, you neglect yourself while listening to others. As a person, it is a good listener.

Read the term → A crowned king on a stone throne on a rock in a rough sea, holding a golden cup and a short golden scepter, with a sailing ship and a leaping fish nearby Tarot Card Meanings

King of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

King of Cups upright means staying calm and saying the right thing when feelings run high; reversed, a harsh word slips out. It also shows a steady person.

Read the term → A hand comes out of a cloud holding an upright sword topped by a gold crown with olive and palm branches, above mountains and a river Tarot Card Meanings

Ace of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Ace of Swords upright is the day you get clear and say it openly; reversed, you keep it to yourself. Read what it means in love, work and money.

Read the term → A blindfolded woman in a white robe sits on a stone bench holding two crossed swords, with a calm lake and a crescent moon behind her Tarot Card Meanings

Two of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Two of Swords shows a day you put off a hard decision; reversed, the day you finally make it and feel relief. Read what it says for love and work.

Read the term → A large purple heart pierced by three swords under gray and purple rain clouds, with a small gold star below it and lavender and irises beside the water. Tarot Card Meanings

Three of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Three of Swords upright: you feel the hurt of a harsh remark openly; reversed: you set that sadness aside and recover. In love, you talk it through.

Read the term → A figure lies with closed eyes on a stone bench, hands joined on the chest, three swords hanging on the wall and a fourth sword on a purple rug. Tarot Card Meanings

Four of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Four of Swords shows rest after busy days; reversed, it shows you working on when you need a break. See its meaning in love, work and money.

Read the term → A young man holds three swords and smiles while two figures walk away toward a rough sea, with two swords lying on the ground under a cloudy sky Tarot Card Meanings

Five of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Five of Swords upright means winning an argument that costs you dearly; reversed, you step back and keep the relationship. In love, pride costs a lot.

Read the term → A man with a long pole pushes a small boat across choppy water toward a calm green shore, carrying a person in a purple head covering, a child and six upright swords. Tarot Card Meanings

Six of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

The Six of Swords upright means leaving a hard situation for a calmer place; reversed, you want to leave but stay. If you ask about moving, the card says go.

Read the term → A barefoot young man tiptoes away from a camp with five swords in his arms, looking back over his shoulder, while two swords stay stuck in the ground. Tarot Card Meanings

Seven of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Seven of Swords shows you handling something quietly on your own; reversed, you finally say it openly. Read its meaning in love and work.

Read the term → A blindfolded woman with loosely bound arms stands among eight swords stuck in the ground, with a castle on a hill behind her. Tarot Card Meanings

Eight of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Eight of Swords upright shows a way out when you feel stuck, and reversed shows you dropping the belief that holds you back. See it in love and work.

Read the term → A woman sits up in bed at night with her face in her hands while nine swords hang on the dark purple wall behind her Tarot Card Meanings

Nine of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Nine of Swords shows a night worry you talk through in the morning; reversed, it is a worry you keep inside. In love, you voice your doubt.

Read the term → A barefoot woman in a purple shawl walks along a shore toward a sunrise over the sea, with ten swords lying on the ground behind her. Tarot Card Meanings

Ten of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Ten of Swords says the hardest day of a long rough patch is behind you; reversed, you keep replaying it. In love and work, you recover.

Read the term → A young person with curly hair stands on a windy hilltop holding a sword upright, wearing a starry purple cloak, with birds in the sky and a wide valley below Tarot Card Meanings

Page of Swords Card Meaning

Upright, the Page of Swords shows a day you look into something carefully; reversed, a day too many opinions confuse you. Read love, work and money.

Read the term → An armored rider on a white horse gallops downhill with a raised sword while the wind bends the trees beside him Tarot Card Meanings

Knight of Swords Card Meaning

Knight of Swords upright is the day you defend your view quickly and clearly; reversed, you rush and speak without thinking. It also shows a fast thinker.

Read the term → A crowned woman in a white dress and purple cloak sits on a stone throne among clouds, holding an upright sword and holding out her open left palm Tarot Card Meanings

Queen of Swords Card Meaning

The Queen of Swords upright means setting a clear boundary calmly; reversed, it means staying quiet for fear of getting hurt. It also describes a frank person.

Read the term → A crowned king sits upright on a high stone throne, holding a sword straight up, with lavender, mountains and clouds behind him Tarot Card Meanings

King of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

King of Swords upright means a decision built on facts and logic; reversed, a decision made on a passing feeling. As a person, this card is fair.

Read the term → A hand reaches out of the clouds holding a gold coin with an eight-pointed star, above a stone arch wrapped in purple roses and a stepped path leading down to a valley Tarot Card Meanings

Ace of Coins Tarot Card Meaning

The Ace of Coins upright shows a concrete offer of money or work; reversed, the offer you expect runs late. See how it reads in love, work and money.

Read the term → A young person dances on one foot on seaside rocks, one gold coin raised high and one held low, a purple ribbon curling between them, waves and three sailing ships behind Tarot Card Meanings

Two of Coins Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Two of Coins shows a day you keep several tasks and bills in balance; reversed, it shows the day that balance slips. See work and money meanings.

Read the term → Three of Coins tarot card showing a stonemason carving an arch while a woman holding the plan and a man in a purple robe stand beside him Tarot Card Meanings

Three of Coins Card Meaning

Three of Coins upright: you work with others and each adds what they know; reversed, the team falls out of step and you carry it alone. See the full reading.

Read the term → A woman with long black hair sits on a low stone wall, hugging a gold coin to her chest, with one coin above her head, two under her bare feet and a domed city behind her Tarot Card Meanings

Four of Coins Tarot Card Meaning

Four of Coins upright means cutting back to protect your money; reversed, it means skipping a purchase you truly need. See its love, work and money meanings.

Read the term → Two people in torn purple cloaks reach a stone building in the snow, one knocking on a lit wooden door below a stained glass window with five gold coins Tarot Card Meanings

Five of Coins Card Meaning

Five of Coins upright is the day money or support runs short and you ask for help; reversed, you manage alone. See what it means in love, work and money.

Read the term → A man in a purple robe holds a scale and hands a gold coin to a kneeling man while a kneeling woman waits with open hands, five coins arched above him. Tarot Card Meanings

Six of Coins Card Meaning

Six of Coins upright means sharing what you have with someone in need; reversed, you give and neglect yourself. Read the money and love meaning here.

Read the term → A young man leans on his hoe and looks at a vine with seven gold coins growing among its leaves Tarot Card Meanings

Seven of Coins Tarot Card Meaning

Upright, the Seven of Coins shows you waiting patiently for work to pay off; reversed, your patience runs out. Read its love, money and career meaning here.

Read the term → A young man in a purple apron carves a star into a coin at a wooden workbench, with six coins hanging above him and a hilltop town behind Tarot Card Meanings

Eight of Coins Tarot Card Meaning

The Eight of Coins upright means doing a task with care down to the last detail; reversed, it means rushing to finish. Read it for love, work and money.

Read the term → A woman in a purple robe stands in a vineyard garden with a hooded falcon on her gloved hand, nine coins around her and a stone house behind her Tarot Card Meanings

Nine of Coins Tarot Card Meaning

The Nine of Coins upright is enjoying the comfort you built with your own work; reversed, it is working for more without rest. Read its love and money meaning.

Read the term → Four people of different ages and two light dogs sit under a stone arch with ten coins set in a ring and a town with towers behind them Tarot Card Meanings

Ten of Coins Card Meaning

Ten of Coins upright means talking about a home or savings with the people you love; reversed, you cannot agree. See what it says in love, work and money.

Read the term → A young person in a white shirt and purple cloak stands in a flowering meadow, holding a coin at head height with both hands, with mountains far behind Tarot Card Meanings

Page of Coins Card Meaning

Page of Coins upright means your first lesson in a new skill; reversed, you stop going to the lessons. As a person, it is someone learning new work.

Read the term → An armored knight on a still black horse looks at a coin in hand, with a plowed field, cypress trees and a small castle on a distant hill Tarot Card Meanings

Knight of Coins Card Meaning

Knight of Coins upright means sticking with a dull task every day; reversed, the routine bores you and you put it off. It also shows a reliable person.

Read the term → A crowned queen sits on a carved stone throne under a rose arbor, holding a large coin in her lap, with a brown rabbit at her feet Tarot Card Meanings

Queen of Coins Card Meaning

Queen of Coins upright means running chores and home smoothly with practical fixes; reversed, you are too busy to make time for yourself. Read the full meaning.

Read the term → A bearded king in a gold crown sits on a throne carved with bull heads, holding a gold scepter and a large coin, with grapevines around him and a castle behind Tarot Card Meanings

King of Coins Card Meaning

King of Coins upright means a money decision built on your experience; reversed, a hurried one. As a person, this card shows someone you can rely on.

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