In the Tarot deck, the Fool Card is usually a representation of new beginnings, adventures, opportunities, unlimited possibilities, pleasure, passion and innocence. Related to the zodiac sign of Gemini or The Twins, the Lovers Card symbolises romance, connection, attraction, relationship and choices. Often, the card is also a representation of the inwards duality experienced by all. The symbols of the Wheel of Fortune Card are a clockwise turning of wheel with a figurine of beast on it that is rising or falling. The card symbolizes destiny, unexpected events and progress. Representing a metaphorical blindness and misconceptions, the Devil Card is synonymous with temptation, addiction and depression. The card also represents being seduced by the physical pleasures and materialistic aspects of life. The Sun Card represents a feeling of optimism, fulfilment and foretells good fortune happiness, joy and harmony. It shows that the universe coming together and guiding one to move forward in their path to achieve greatness. In certain Tarot decks, also known as the High Priest and The Pope, the Hierophant Card is a symbolism for tradition and convention. The card stands for ones inner being and intuition. Associated with the zodiac sign of Virgo, the Hermit Card suggests introspection, soul searching, analysis and self reflection. The card denotes that the current phase is not for socialising but for peace and solitude. The Temperance Card is the card for bringing balance, patience and moderation into ones life. A card of illusion and deception, the Moon Card symbolises that something is not as they appear and one cannot trust their first impression. It signifies the evolution of spirit. Consisting of the Suit of Wands, the Suit of Cups, the Suit of Swords and the Suit of Pentacles, the Minor Arcana cards hold lesser vibrations than those of the Major Arcana. Having connections in both astrology and numerology, the Magician Card in a Tarot deck represents a strong powerful man, who is skilled, determined and resourceful and has the eloquence to communicate clearly. The creator of life, art, business and romance, the Empress Card is symbolic of motherhood, femininity and fertility. The card also represents an idea in the nascent state before it is ready to take shape and the need to be receptive to change. In a Tarot deck, the Chariot Card represents victory, control and conquest. The card is about overcoming conflicts and moving forward in a positive direction. Balancing the past wrongdoings and setting them straight is the correct intention of the Justice Card. This tarot card is a symbol of truth, fairness and law. In a Tarot deck, the Tower Card represents chaos and destruction. This card is associated with a sudden unforeseen change. The Judgement Card stands for rebirth and awakening, it represents a period of time in ones life which is about to come to an absolute end and thus making way for dynamic new beginnings. Hanged Man Card is the 12th Card or Major Arcana Card in most traditional Tarot decks. In this card, it depicts a man who is suspended upside-down, and he is hanging by his foot from the living world tree. The card of mystery, stillness and passivity, the High Priestess Card suggests that one must reflect on the situation at hand and trust their inner instincts for guidance. The Emperor Card rules over the conscious elements set into the material world. He also depicts the father figure, authority, ego, common sense, discipline, command, leadership, rules and regulations. The Strength Card represents control over material forces or more prominently, the beastly impulses in oneself. It is representative of discipline, inner strength, self-control, compassion, patience and calmness. Typically implying an end to a relationship or interest and the significant change that brings in a persons life, the Death Card represents transformation and rebirth of the consciousness into higher planes. Representing a period of respite and renewal, which can be in the form of physical and spiritual or both, the Star Card brings renewed hope and faith in ones life. The World Card symbolises the culmination of efforts, that where there is an ending, there is also a start of a new beginning. The card also reflects completion or fulfilment of an important task. |