Pips Core Meanings Flashcards
Ace of Wands
An opportunity to harness & express your will
Ace of Cups
An opportunity for an emotional experience or growth
Ace of Swords
An opportunity for a new way of thinking
Ace of Pentacles
An opportunity for prosperity
Two of Wands
Hesitating over a decision
Two of Cups
Deep emotional connection or attraction
Two of Swords
A conflict between heart & mind
Two of Pentacles
Maintaining balance, balance of work & play
Three of Wands
Active waiting, like watching your garden go to fruit
Three of Cups
A spontaneous, unexpected joy or pleasure- friendship
Three of Swords
Sorrow caused by knowledge, wisdom gained from suffering
Three of Pentacles
A goal is manifesting, increase in skill and in return
Four of Wands
Celebrating the culmination of events or achieving a goal. Enjoyment of your circumstances.
Four of Cups
Boredom or dissatisfaction with reality
Four of Swords
Respite from troubles, Time to think, Solace
Four of Pentacles
Gathering of power and/or resources
Five of Wands
Conflict, Competition, Litigation
Five of Cups
Loss or grief
Five of Swords
Defeat & humiliation or a victory tinged with defeat, trickery, or manipulation
Five of Pentacles
Physical need, dissolution/divorce of worldly goods
Six of Wands
Recognition of your achievement
Six of Cups
Integrating happy memories into your life or Reunion
Six of Swords
Assistance in leaving a situation, healing or journeying
Six of Pentacles
Flowing of material energy, reciprocity; Three Fold Return; Generosity
Seven of Wands
Clear view of defensiveness, rivalry, confrontation- inner or outer obstacles
Seven of Cups
Seduction, illusion, dreams & desires- being lured by advertising, debauchery, or scams
Seven of Swords
Taking a new line of thought or having something taken from you (such as goods or innocence)
Seven of Pentacles
Appraising results of efforts; taking stock of the situation
Eight of Wands
Swift movements, message or news; Synchronicity
Eight of Cups
Letting go & Moving on, Seeking your higher purpose
Eight of Swords
A precarious situation, your beliefs or attitudes may be restricting you
Eight of Pentacles
Working carefully; slow & steady progress
Nine of Wands
Preparing for the next challenge, caution
Nine of Cups
Contentment, fulfilled wish
Nine of Swords
The power of worry, regret, sorrow, bereavement, anguish, and shame; Dark night of the soul; Catharsis
Nine of Pentacles
Accomplishment, Self-sufficiency, Living your ideals
Ten of Wands
Carrying a large burden or many burdens; overwork, obsession/compulsion
Ten of Cups
Happily home; happily ever after
Ten of Swords
Surrender to unpleasant or unfortunate circumstances; rock bottom/nadir; betrayal; unmerited hatred
Ten of Pentacles
Stable & abundant life, prosperity, blessings, legacy
