The Major Arcana

Major Arcana Tarot Cards
CardKeywordMeaningReversed Meaning
0 – The FoolBeginningsSpontaneity, a leap of faith, and new beginningsIrresponsibility, recklessness, and thoughtlessness
1 – The MagicianManifestationPersonal power, creativity, and the ability to manifest desiresManipulation, trickery, and misuse of power
2 – The High PriestessIntuitionIntuition, mystery, and the subconscious mindHidden agendas, blocked intuition, and secrets
3 – The EmpressNurturingNurturing, abundance, and fertilityDependence, smothering, and lack of growth
4 – The EmperorAuthorityAuthority, stability, and leadershipTyranny, rigidity, and abuse of power
5 – The HierophantTraditionTradition, spiritual guidance, and religious beliefsDogmatism, inflexibility, and outdated traditions
6 – The LoversRelationshipsLove, union, and partnershipsImbalance, disharmony, and indecision
7 – The ChariotWillpowerWillpower, determination, and triumph over obstaclesLoss of control, aggression, and lack of direction
8 – StrengthInner strengthInner strength, courage, and patienceSelf-doubt, weakness, and insecurity
9 – The HermitReflectionReflection, solitude, and inner guidanceIsolation, loneliness, and withdrawal
10 – Wheel of FortuneDestinyDestiny, cycles, and good fortuneBad luck, resistance to change, and negative cycles
11 – JusticeBalanceBalance, fairness, and truthInjustice, dishonesty, and imbalance
12 – The Hanged ManSurrenderSurrender, letting go, and a change of perspectiveStagnation, resistance, and inability to let go
13 – DeathTransformationTransformation, endings, and new beginningsFear of change, stagnation, and holding on to the past
14 – TemperanceHarmonyHarmony, balance, and moderationImbalance, excess, and lack of harmony
15 – The DevilMaterialismMaterialism, temptation, and bondageBreaking free, detachment, and overcoming addictions
16 – The TowerUpheavalUpheaval, sudden change, and chaosFear of change, avoiding disaster, and resistance to upheaval
17 – The StarHopeHope, inspiration, and spiritual guidanceDespair, disconnection, and lack of faith
18 – The MoonIllusionIllusion, intuition, and the subconsciousConfusion, fear, and anxiety
19 – The SunJoyJoy, vitality, and successTemporary happiness, feeling overwhelmed, and setbacks
20 – JudgementRenewalRenewal, redemption, and taking responsibilityStagnation, refusal to change, and avoiding responsibility
21 – The WorldCompletionCompletion, wholeness, and fulfillmentIncompletion, lack of closure, and stagnation

The Minor Arcana

Minor Arcana Tarot Cards
CardWandsCupsSwordsPentacles
AceNew beginnings, inspiration, creativityEmotional fulfillment, love, intuitionNew ideas, mental clarity, intellectProsperity, abundance, material success
TwoPlanning, decisions, partnershipsHarmony, balance, relationshipsIndecision, stalemate, choicesBalance, adaptability, resources
ThreeGrowth, expansion, progressFriendship, celebration, joyHeartbreak, sorrow, betrayalTeamwork, collaboration, creativity
FourRest, celebration, relaxationApathy, detachment, stagnationRest, mental recovery, solitudeStability, security, material success
FiveConflict, competition, strifeLoss, grief, disappointmentDefeat, humiliation, setbacksFinancial loss, hardship, instability
SixVictory, recognition, successNostalgia, memories, childhoodTransition, change, travelGenerosity, charity, prosperity
SevenDetermination, courage, challengeFantasy, illusion, daydreamsDeception, strategy, stealthHard work, perseverance, diligence
EightSpeed, progress, movementEscapism, avoidance, withdrawalRestriction, isolation, imprisonmentApprenticeship, skill development, mastery
NineResilience, persistence, boundariesWishes, satisfaction, contentmentAnxiety, worry, insomniaAbundance, wealth, self-sufficiency
TenCompletion, accomplishment, responsibilityFamily, joy, lasting happinessOverwhelm, burdens, oppressionLegacy, stability, long-term success