The Major Arcania Flashcards
The Magician
Deeply masculine card, suggests powerful energy. Has the ability to summon new ideas.
Reversed: could indicate deception, be careful where you put your trust.
The Fool
Bag on the shoulder holds the tools of life, and the white rose denotes pure intentions. Indicates a willingness to leap into the unknown and start anew.
Reversed: Energy is at a low ebb. You are unable to make a balanced decision or to move forward
High Preistess
Symbol of spirituality. Signifies a mystical quietness, something remains hidden so do not rush. Remain in a state of balance. With patients and intuition I will be resolved.
Reversed: suggests vanity, instability, selfishness, deception.
The Empress
Power of motherhood. Beautiful and bountiful. Suggests luxury and abundance, could indicate pregnancy.
Reverse: overindulgence, enjoyment of sensual pleasure
The Emperor
Suggests accumulation of material wealth. Keeps emotion under wraps. Can also indicate a desire for independence.
Reverse: signifies rigidity, lack of self-control; immature approach to life
The Hierophant
Taurus. Organized religion/orthodox ideas. Offers mercy and compassion, indicates a need for approval and conformity.
Reverse: you are often unconventional and show a disregard for rules
The Lovers
Gemini. Seeking a soul mate/new love. Suggests friendship and partnership.
Reverse: quarrels can lead to separation. Infertility leading to marital difficulties. Be careful not to make hasty or unwise choices.
The Chariot
Balance negative and positive forces to achieve success. Maintain focus and attention to detail. You may be going on a long journey.
Reverse: denotes lack of control, reverting to bad habits. Failure to follow through. Possible setbacks with travel arrangements.
Strength
Use your head and not your heart. Courage and fortitude will bring success. Could signify healing qualities.
Reverse: indicates weakness and lack of self control, confidence, or courage.
The Hermit
Shows the way to wisdom and enlightenment. Looking inward promotes opportunity for self-knowledge.
Reverse: can represent loneliness and depression. Beware of hasty decisions.
Wheel of Fortune
Indicates a turn for the better or receiving just award for past deeds. Fortune, power, movement and change are all here.
Reverse: fickle fate; a turn for the worse. Blind optimism can lead to failure.
Justice
Decisions will be made fairly. Scales
Reverse: prejudice or unreasonable decisions, legal or otherwise. Pay attention to what people are saying they may not be completely forthright
The Hanged Man
Suggests a step backward, a distancing from everyday concerns. Indicates a period of rest and reassessment. Something new is on the horizon, but you must be patient.
Reverse: unwillingness to make sacrifices or sacrifices made for the wrong reasons. Effort is required before the situation improves
Death
Rebirth or transition. Accept change so rebirth can occur. Let go of past issues holding you back.
Reverse: someone refuses to budge. Possible loss of friendship, beware of accidents.
Temperance
Represents mixing elements. Brings good health. Harmony.
Reverse: disharmony, frustration, working at cross purposes.
The Devil
Represents emotional, spiritual, physical bondage. Superficial attachments or relationships based on material gain. Can be broken with willpower.
Reverse: you face bad habits or addictions. Take heart- these afflictions can be overcome.
The Tower
Radical transformation. A partnership may suddenly dissolve. Check the structure of your home.
Reverse: trapped by old habits? It may be time to dig out of your rut.
The Star
Denotes hope and inspiration, perhaps from an unexpected source. Foundation is sound, change is natural and balanced. A bright future is in store.
Reverse: you may face disappointment, perhaps due to your own stubbornness. An unfulfilling social or business association is coming to an end. Good riddance!
The Moon
Beware of deception and the shifting sands of superficial relationships. Also suggests that unusual supernatural events may occur. A touch of lunacy is in the air.
Reverse: deceptions are unmasked, small mistakes can be corrected.
The Sun
Bringing growth, contentment and positive energy. Happy relationships and satisfying creative endeavors follow. Could be the time to expand your horizons, professionally or socially.
Reverse: could indicate blocked energy or setbacks. Keep an eye on important relationships.
Judgement
Card of transformation, it is time to forgive and forget, or perhaps do some soul-searching. A promotion may be in the works.
Reverse: stop delaying the inevitable. Indecision can lead to missed opportunities.
The World
Represents completion of life’s circle and mystical unity within the cosmos. The power of transcendence is within reach. You can attain worldly success and liberation through spiritual rebirth.
Reverse: success may be delayed. You are not quite there yet. Time to filter out imperfections and refine your bitch
