Abbreviated Card Meanings
Major Arcana
0 The Fool
New beginning, risk taking, new direction, devil-may-care attitude
1 The Magician
Manifestation, mis-direction, use of all available resources
2 The High Priestess (The Popess)
Intuition, sub-conscious mind, spiritual direction, trust, signs
3 The Empress
Divine feminine, mother, fertility, nurturing, healing, compassion, acceptance
4 The Emperor (Aries)
Divine masculine, protection, control, action, leadership, courage
5 The Hierophant (The Pope) (Taurus)
Commitment, morality, tradition, ceremony, guidance, inflexibility
6 The Lovers (Gemini)
Balance, attraction, love, harmony, choice
7 The Chariot (Cancer)
Determination, focus, willpower, motivation, action, aggression
8 Strength (Leo)
Overcoming challenges, mastering emotion, courage, confidence, patience, compassion
9 The Hermit (Virgo)
Solitude, introspection, contemplation, self-reflection, enlightenment
10 The Wheel of Fortune
Destiny, luck, change, intention
11 Justice (Libra)
Karmic justice, legal matters, cause and effect, balance, truth, consequence
12 The Hanged Man
Inaction, trapped, dilemma, changing perspective, uncertainty
13 Death (Scorpio)
Transformation, release of control, inevitability, difficult or unexpected change
14 Temperance (Sagittarius)
Balance, peace, patience, moderation, calmness, contentment
15 The Devil (Capricorn)
Addiction, depression, patterned behavior, powerlessness, victimhood
16 The Tower
Upheaval, unexpected change, faulty foundation, false beliefs, unrealistic goals
17 The Star (Aquarius)
Hope, inspiration, contentment, motivation, freedom, connection
18 The Moon (Pisces)
Deception, lack of clarity, secrets, misunderstanding
19 The Sun
Happiness, positivity, optimism, freedom, joy, liberation, truth
20 Judgement
Self-awareness, forgiveness or blame, clarity, composure, decisiveness, resolution
21 The World
Completion, opportunity, accomplishment, achievement, celebration
Minor Arcana
Cups
Water/Emotion - Cancer Scorpio Pisces
Ace
New beginning in love or friendship, joy, socializing, celebration
Two
Equality, balance, mutual attraction, romance
Three
Reunion, celebration, joy, upliftment
Four
Disappointment, regret, depression, boredom, self-absorption, rejection, yearning
Five
Grief, sorrow, unwelcome change, heartbreak, loneliness, abandonment
Six
Nostalgia, memories, children, simplicity, soul connection
Seven
Choices, overwhelm, wishful thinking, fantasizing, need to make a decision
Eight
Abandonment, escape, weariness, disillusionment, searching
Nine
Wish fulfillment, happiness, triumph, recognition, self-esteem
Ten
Reward, playfulness, creativity, homecoming, happily ever after
Page
Good news, romantic potential, emotional immaturity, young-at-heart
Knight
Expressions of love, affection, proposals
Queen
Compassion, sympathy, sensitivity, shyness, dreaminess, self-directed love
King
Emotional maturity, kindness, wisdom, creativity, calming influence
Wands
Fire/Action - Aries Leo Sagittarius
Ace
Passionate new beginning, inspired action, excitement, urgency
Two
Crossroads, restlessness, detachment, departure, anticipation, waiting
Three
Freedom, planning, expansion, bravery, self-confidence
Four
Celebration, stability, success, community, achievement, marriage
Five
Conflict, disagreement, struggle, embattlement, competition, frustration
Six
Victory, achievement, celebrity, praise, leadership, confidence
Seven
Protectiveness, defensiveness, challenge, determination, harassment, taking the high road
Eight
Hastiness, action, freedom, solutions, communication, travel
Nine
Battle weary, drained, persistent, guarded, wounded, strength of will
Ten
Overwhelm, obligation, burn-out, drudgery, delay, resistance, end in sight
Page
Bright ideas, new plans, optimism, extrovert, confidence, rushing
Knight
Fearlessness, plans in action, energetic, sexiness, excitement
Queen
Independent, confident, outgoing, hot-tempered, funny, efficient
King
Experience, charismatic, leadership, free thinking, charming, self-centered
Swords
Air/Intellect - Gemini Libra. Aquarius
OneOO
New ideas, breakthroughs, truth, communication, focus/concentration, clarity
Two
Stalemate, denial, blindness, blocking, painful choices, avoidance, fence-sitting
Three
Pain, heartache, loss, hardship, betrayal, sadness, misunderstanding
Four
Healing, rest, retreat, recuperation, faith, self-protection
Five
Defeat, deception, abuse, disconnection, surrender, sabotage, bullying, aggression
Six
Retreat, escape, running away, overcoming hardship, progress, calm after storm
Seven
Deceit, lies, theft, scheming, manipulation, cunning, reclaiming power, adaptability
Eight
Trapped, confined, persecuted, pressured, paralyzed, negative thinking
Nine
Anxiety, catastrophizing, inability to cope, insomnia, unhappiness
Ten
Defeat, backstabbing, exhaustion, breakdowns, enemies, unpleasant endings
Page
New ideas or inspiration, planning, fairness, curiosity, education, truthfulness
Knight
Directness, impatience, impulsiveness, single-mindedness, honesty, taking charge
Queen
Realistic, protective, sharp-witted, candid, truthful, fair, unsentimental, short-tempered
King
Self-discipline, authority, rational, logical, emotionless, loyal, stern, analytical
Pentacles (Coins)
Earth/Money/Practical Matters. - Taurus Virgo. Capricorn
One
New prosperity, abundance, stability, goals, positive outlook
Two
Balance, busy-ness, ups and downs, adaptability, resourcefulness, multi-tasking
Three
Collaboration, learning, recognition, determination, dedication, quality, team work
Four
Stubbornness, possessiveness, greed, lack of openness, control, frugality, withholding
Five
Fear, hardship, alienation, disgrace, bad luck, outcast, financial loss
Six
Generosity, kindness, sharing, support, charity, equal give-and-take, reciprocity
Seven
Perseverance, patience, reward, cultivation, planning, taking stock, results, tools
Eight
Hard work, toil, commitment, dedication, effort, experience, ambition
Nine
Self-care, freedom, security, enjoyment, contentment, appreciation, gratitude
Ten
Solid foundations, ancestry, legacy, values, marriage, stability, family
Page
Learning, building for the future, dependability, opportunity, prospects
Knight
Common sense, conscientious, slow-moving steady progress, loyalty, patience
Queen
Prosperity, generosity, charm, welcoming, safe to confide in
King
Groundedness, success, faithful, supportive, encouraging, enterprising