Rider-Waite: Major Arcana

Question 1

The Fool

Answer 1

Beginning - Freedom - Spontaneity
New beginnings are coming; you have faith in the future & believe in the universe. You are a free spirit, young at heart, & might have beginner’s luck. You have infinite potential. You might embark on an adventure or go traveling. Stay spontaneous, original, and curious!

Question 2

The Fool (reversed)

Answer 2

There might be chaos, folly, recklessness, risk-taking in your life, or naivety, poor judgement, negligence, carelessness. Or you might be holding back, worried about the risks of the unknown. Stay cautious of these!

Question 3

The Magician

Answer 3

Action - Creation - Power
You have the talents, capabilities, & resources to succeed. You are creating and manifesting goals, bringing ideas to reality. Tap into your full potential!

Question 4

The Magician (reversed)

Answer 4

You might have unused abilities, untapped talents, lack of energy. Perhaps you have an idea but you are not taking action yet or don’t know what action to take to manifest it. Focus on what you want and the Universe will guide you to achieve it.

Question 5

The High Priestess

Answer 5

Intuition - Knowledge - Wisdom
You have hidden mysteries, spiritual insight, & divine knowledge. Now is the time to be still so you can tune into your intuition, you have the opportunity to access the knowledge deep within your soul. You hold the answers to the deep unknowns, let what is hidden come to the surface. Trust your inner instincts to guide you!

Question 6

The High Priestess (reversed)

Answer 6

You may be disconnected from your intuition, have secrets, are withdrawn & silent, or have blocked psychic powers. Be still and direct your attention inward to listen to your voice & wisdom. Focus on what is right for you.

Question 7

The Empress

Answer 7

Abundance - Nurturing - Growth
There is beauty, abundance, and femininity in your life. There may be a new opportunity, romance, art, or new business on the horizon. Focus on your senses & on creative expression. You will experience pleasure & deep fulfillment.

Question 8

The Empress (reversed)

Answer 8

You may have creative blocks and disharmony in your life. Make self-love and self-care a priority. Now is the time to bring your loving energy and focus on yourself to regain balance.

Question 9

The Emperor

Answer 9

Authority - Structure - Stability
There is stability & security in your life. You are on top of things & everything is under your control. It is your hard work, discipline, & self-control that have brought you this far. You are in charge of your life now, setting up your own rules & boundaries.

Question 10

The Emperor (reversed)

Answer 10

Assess your relationship with power, control, authority, responsibility, & discipline. Are you expressing too much or too little of these elements in your life right now? Are they working for you or against you right now?

Question 11

The Hierophant

Answer 11

Tradition - Guidance - Belief
Traditional values, an established set of spiritual wisdom & guidance affect your current life. It can mean formal doctrines, teaching, education. Before you can discover your own belief systems & make your own choices, you are encouraged to learn the fundamental principles from a trusted source.

Question 12

The Hierophant (reversed)

Answer 12

A reminder that you are your own teacher. All the wisdom you seek comes from within, not from some external source or power. You are being guided to follow your own path & adopt your own spiritual belief systems rather than blindly following others.

Question 13

The Lovers

Answer 13

Choice - Connection - Harmony
Represents relationships & choices. You have love & harmony in your life. It can be a meaningful romantic relationship or soulmates. There may be some decision about an existing relationship, a temptation of the heart, or a choice of potential partners.

Question 14

The Lovers (reversed)

Answer 14

If there is imbalance & disharmony in your relationships, focus on self-love & making yourself a priority, to find alignment & harmony. You may be reluctant to open your heart to a relationship for fear of getting hurt. Become aware of what you value & need.

Question 15

The Chariot

Answer 15

Ambition - Focus - Movement
You are confident & have the drive to overcome obstacles, moving forward in a positive direction. You are now channeling your inner power with a fierce dedication to bring your goals to fruition. Keep going on; through hard work & commitment you will succeed.

Question 16

The Chariot (reversed)

Answer 16

You might have lost your motivation & no longer feel as committed to the outcome of a project as you did when you started. So, if something is not moving forward as you planned, reevaluate the situation & check in to see if it’s a sign that you need to change course. Ask yourself why this has happened and what you can learn from it.

Question 17

Strength

Answer 17

Courage - Patience - Strength
Your strength gives you the confidence to overcome any fears, challenges, or doubts. Feel the fear & do it anyway! You have the confidence, the vitality, the potency, & the courage that is needed.

Question 18

Strength (reversed)

Answer 18

Are you overflowing with self-confidence, or are you depleted? How can you bring these aspects back into balance? Know that your core strength will always be with you and now is as good a time as any to reconnect with this power.

Question 19

The Hermit

Answer 19

Solitude - Reflection - Wisdom
You are in a phase in introspection where you are drawing your attention inwards & looking for answers from within your soul. You are in need of a period of inner reflection, away from the current demands of the outside world. The most profound sense of truth & knowledge is within yourself.

Question 20

The Hermit (reversed)

Answer 20

You are either not taking enough time for personal reflection or you are taking too much. If you struggle to connect with your spiritual self then create more space to meditate & reflect. Make sure not to take your isolation too far, do not become a literal hermit who cuts off the outside world.

Question 21

Wheel of Fortune

Answer 21

Change - Cycles - Destiny
The wheel is always turning and life is in a state of constant change. If you’re going through a difficult time, rest assured that it will get better. Good luck & good fortune will return in time. If things are going well, know that this, too, will change and life will return to normal soon.

Question 22

Wheel of Fortune (reversed)

Answer 22

Changing your destiny starts with accepting responsibility for where you are now. Consider what role your earlier actions have played in your present circumstances. Even when you think everything is beyond your control, there is often something you could have done differently that might have changed where you are now. What can you learn from this situation and how can you apply it to your future life?

Question 23

Justice

Answer 23

Balance - Fairness - Truth
You understand cause & effect, & that a fair & just outcome will follow your actions. If you have acted in alignment with your Higher Self, you have nothing to worry about. If you haven’t, you will be called out & made to own up to your actions. You understand that the fairest decision will be made, in order to find balance & equilibrium.

Question 24

Justice (reversed)

Answer 24

You might not be willing to take full accountability for your actions. Assess your situation, while intending to discover where you can accept responsibility. Acknowledge where you made a mistake, do what you can to make it right again. I’m doing so you will free yourself from any guilt or shame & empower yourself to make better decisions.

Question 25

The Hanged Man

Answer 25

Pause - Sacrifice - Perspective
You are breaking old patterns, letting go, surrendering, & releasing old mental & behavioral patterns that no longer serve you, in order to discover & embrace new perspectives & new opportunities.

Question 26

The Hanged Man (reversed)

Answer 26

If there are delays, resistance, & missed opportunities in your life, pause for a moment to see things from a different perspective. This is your positive sign that you can now move forward with a new perspective & a renewed sense of energy.

Question 27

Death

Answer 27

Transformation - Ending - Rebirth
A major phase or aspect of your life that is no longer serving you is now coming to an end, opening up the possibility of something far more valuable & essential. You must close one door to open another. Do not fear this change, it can be a truly positive thing.

Question 28

Death (reversed)

Answer 28

You are on the verge of a meaningful change but are resisting or delaying it. Ask yourself why this is happening, what is holding you back? Or you may be going through a massive personal transformation, in private, out of view from others.

Question 29

Temperance

Answer 29

Balance - Moderation - Harmony
You are being invited to stabilize your energy, to learn to bring about balance, patience, & moderation in your life, & to allow the life force to flow through you without force or resistance. You should take the middle road, avoiding extremes, & maintain a sense of calm.

Question 30

Temperance (reversed)

Answer 30

You are being invited to restore balance & moderation as soon as possible. It may mean a period of self-evaluation in which you can re-examine your life priorities. It can be a call for profound self-healing.

Question 31

The Devil

Answer 31

You are being seduced by the material world and physical pleasures. You may be at the effect of negative habits, dependencies, behaviors, thought patterns, relationships, & addictions. It represents your shadow (or darker) side & the negative forces at play. Use discretion in your personal & business matters & try to let go of fear.

Question 32

The Devil (reversed)

Answer 32

Let go of any unhealthy attachments & limiting beliefs that may hold you back, in order to reach your highest potential. Think about the Buddhist principle of detachment; try to overcome your attachment to things, people, or concepts, & free yourself from restrictions.

Question 33

The Tower

Answer 33

A sudden unforeseen change is coming, which may mean destruction, liberation, revelation, or spiritual awakening. Your world may come crashing down before you in ways you never could have imagined. But new opportunities are emerging.

Question 34

The Tower (reversed)

Answer 34

You may be resisting change & thereby delaying the inevitable & necessary destruction & upheaval. Do not fear change as it may mean positive transformation & can serve an important purpose in your life.

Question 35

The Star

Answer 35

You are likely to find yourself feeling inspired. You have renewed hope & faith, & a sense of being truly blessed by the universe. You are entering a peaceful, loving phase in your life, filled with calm energy & personal growth.

Question 36

The Star (reversed)

Answer 36

You might have lost faith & hope in the Universe. You may be feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges right now. Take time out for self-care & focus on your own personal & spiritual needs to find your balance.

Question 37

The Moon

Answer 37

A time of uncertainty, deception, & illusion, when nothing is what it seems. Perhaps a misunderstanding on your part, or a truth you cannot admit to yourself. Listen to your intuition so you can see beyond what is visible.

Question 38

The Moon (reversed)

Answer 38

You may have unusual dreams, confusion, blocked intuition, but you are being called to listen to your inner voice. Go deep within so you can unveil mysteries & secrets, release fear, regain composure, & find truth.

Question 39

The Sun

Answer 39

Good fortune, happiness, joy, & harmony is coming to your life. The universe is coming together to guide you towards positive outcomes. There is radiance & abundance. The beautiful, warm energy will get you through the tough times & help you succeed.

Question 40

The Sun (reversed)

Answer 40

The temporary obstacles you see in your life can be easily overcome if you put your mind to it. You might struggle to see the bright side of life at this time, but your inner child is called to come out & play.

Question 41

Judgement

Answer 41

Now is a time of resurrection & awakening, a time when a period of your life comes to an absolute & makes way for dynamic new beginnings. Tune into a higher frequency, you may be experiencing a higher awakening, you may be stepping into a higher level of consciousness, a new version of yourself is on the horizon.

Question 42

Judgement (reversed)

Answer 42

The universe is trying to send you a message & invite you to something bigger, but you’re not listening, or you may be doubting yourself, which can impede your ability to fulfill your highest potential & to be your best self. Be aware of this & do not ignore “the call”.

Question 43

The World

Answer 43

You have finally accomplished your goal or purpose, you are in the right place, doing the right thing, you feel whole & complete. You are in-tune with cosmic consciousness & in perfect union with the universe, & you have a universal understanding.

Question 44

The World (reversed)

Answer 44

You want to fulfill a big goal or complete a project but you are not taking all the necessary steps to get there. You may opt for the easiest or quickest path to achieve your goal but it won’t lead to the desired outcome. Examine your approach, embrace where you are now, & learn & grow from this.