The Fool
- Upright
- new beginnings, innocence, spontaneity, freedom, leap of faith
- Reversed
- recklessness, naivety, poor judgment, fear of beginning, carelessness
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Tarot Card Meanings: Major and Minor Arcana.
Explore all 78 tarot cards to learn their upright and reversed meanings, key symbolism, and practical advice for your readings.
78 cards found
Major Arcana
22 cards
The Magician
- Upright
- manifestation, willpower, resourcefulness, skill, focused action
- Reversed
- manipulation, unused talent, deception, scattered energy, poor planning
The High Priestess
- Upright
- intuition, mystery, inner knowing, subconscious, sacred silence
- Reversed
- blocked intuition, hidden motives, emotional repression, confusion, disconnection
The Empress
- Upright
- abundance, nurturing, creativity, fertility, sensuality
- Reversed
- creative block, smothering, dependence, neglect, low self-worth
The Emperor
- Upright
- authority, structure, leadership, stability, discipline
- Reversed
- rigidity, domination, control issues, coldness, weak boundaries
The Hierophant
- Upright
- tradition, teaching, shared beliefs, commitment, spiritual guidance
- Reversed
- rebellion, dogma, nonconformity, restrictive beliefs, new methods
The Lovers
- Upright
- union, alignment, choice, intimacy, shared values
- Reversed
- disharmony, misalignment, imbalance, disconnection, poor choice
The Chariot
- Upright
- determination, victory, direction, self-control, momentum
- Reversed
- lack of direction, aggression, lost control, obstacles, scattered will
Strength
- Upright
- inner strength, courage, compassion, patience, self-mastery
- Reversed
- self-doubt, insecurity, weak resolve, raw emotion, misused power
The Hermit
- Upright
- introspection, solitude, inner guidance, wisdom, soul-searching
- Reversed
- isolation, withdrawal, loneliness, avoidance, lost direction
Wheel of Fortune
- Upright
- change, cycles, turning point, destiny, opportunity
- Reversed
- setback, resistance to change, bad timing, repeating patterns, lack of control
Justice
- Upright
- truth, fairness, accountability, cause and effect, clear judgment
- Reversed
- unfairness, dishonesty, bias, avoidance, lack of accountability
The Hanged Man
- Upright
- surrender, pause, new perspective, release, sacrifice
- Reversed
- stalling, resistance, needless sacrifice, indecision, delay
Death
- Upright
- ending, transformation, transition, release, renewal
- Reversed
- resistance to change, stagnation, clinging, delayed ending, decay
Temperance
- Upright
- balance, moderation, integration, patience, healing
- Reversed
- excess, imbalance, impatience, discord, poor integration
The Devil
- Upright
- bondage, temptation, addiction, materialism, shadow
- Reversed
- release, reclaiming power, detachment, awareness, breaking patterns
The Tower
- Upright
- upheaval, revelation, collapse, sudden change, liberation
- Reversed
- avoided disaster, fear of change, delayed upheaval, private crisis, resistance
The Star
- Upright
- hope, renewal, inspiration, healing, authenticity
- Reversed
- discouragement, lost faith, disconnection, insecurity, dimmed hope
The Moon
- Upright
- illusion, intuition, uncertainty, dreams, subconscious
- Reversed
- fear revealed, confusion lifting, misinterpretation, repressed emotion, self-deception
The Sun
- Upright
- joy, success, vitality, clarity, confidence
- Reversed
- temporary sadness, delayed success, dimmed confidence, forced positivity, unrealistic optimism
Judgement
- Upright
- awakening, reckoning, renewal, self-evaluation, calling
- Reversed
- self-doubt, avoidance, harsh judgment, missed calling, lack of awareness
The World
- Upright
- completion, integration, fulfillment, wholeness, achievement
- Reversed
- incompletion, unfinished business, lack of closure, delay, shortcuts
Wands
14 cards
Ace of Wands
- Upright
- inspiration, creative spark, new venture, potential, enthusiasm
- Reversed
- delay, creative block, low energy, false start, lack of direction
Two of Wands
- Upright
- planning, future vision, decision, personal power, expansion
- Reversed
- fear of change, poor planning, playing small, indecision, limited vision
Three of Wands
- Upright
- expansion, foresight, progress, opportunity, long-range planning
- Reversed
- delays, obstacles, limited progress, frustration, poor foresight
Four of Wands
- Upright
- celebration, community, homecoming, stability, milestone
- Reversed
- home conflict, unstable foundation, lack of support, private celebration, transience
Five of Wands
- Upright
- competition, conflict, friction, clashing ideas, challenge
- Reversed
- conflict avoidance, resolution, inner conflict, suppressed tension, cooperation
Six of Wands
- Upright
- victory, recognition, confidence, public success, leadership
- Reversed
- lack of recognition, ego, self-doubt, private achievement, fall from favor
Seven of Wands
- Upright
- defending ground, perseverance, conviction, challenge, boundaries
- Reversed
- overwhelm, giving up, defensiveness, exhaustion, lost confidence
Eight of Wands
- Upright
- speed, movement, news, momentum, rapid development
- Reversed
- delay, miscommunication, panic, frustrated momentum, poor timing
Nine of Wands
- Upright
- resilience, persistence, preparedness, boundaries, last stand
- Reversed
- exhaustion, paranoia, stubbornness, weak defenses, burnout
Ten of Wands
- Upright
- burden, responsibility, hard work, overcommitment, completion
- Reversed
- burnout, inability to delegate, release, collapse, carrying too much
Page of Wands
- Upright
- exploration, good news, curiosity, creative discovery, free spirit
- Reversed
- procrastination, lack of direction, immaturity, bad news, unfinished ideas
Knight of Wands
- Upright
- adventure, bold action, passion, confidence, movement
- Reversed
- recklessness, haste, anger, inconsistency, delays
Queen of Wands
- Upright
- confidence, warmth, independence, charisma, determination
- Reversed
- jealousy, insecurity, selfishness, demanding behavior, burnout
King of Wands
- Upright
- visionary leadership, enterprise, boldness, influence, big-picture thinking
- Reversed
- arrogance, impulsiveness, domination, unrealistic expectations, poor leadership
Cups
14 cards
Ace of Cups
- Upright
- new feelings, emotional renewal, love, intuition, open heart
- Reversed
- emotional block, emptiness, repressed feelings, creative drought, self-love needed
Two of Cups
- Upright
- partnership, mutual attraction, unity, connection, reciprocity
- Reversed
- imbalance, broken communication, separation, tension, self-disconnection
Three of Cups
- Upright
- friendship, celebration, community, support, shared joy
- Reversed
- gossip, overindulgence, isolation, social tension, third-party issues
Four of Cups
- Upright
- apathy, contemplation, withdrawal, discontent, missed opportunity
- Reversed
- renewed interest, awareness, acceptance, emerging from withdrawal, new outlook
Five of Cups
- Upright
- grief, loss, regret, disappointment, mourning
- Reversed
- acceptance, healing, moving forward, forgiveness, emotional recovery
Six of Cups
- Upright
- nostalgia, kindness, childhood, reunion, innocence
- Reversed
- living in the past, outgrowing old ties, unresolved childhood, independence, idealization
Seven of Cups
- Upright
- choices, fantasy, illusion, daydreaming, temptation
- Reversed
- clarity, overwhelm, lack of purpose, reality check, narrowing options
Eight of Cups
- Upright
- walking away, disillusionment, search for meaning, release, transition
- Reversed
- fear of leaving, avoidance, drifting, returning, stagnation
Nine of Cups
- Upright
- satisfaction, wish fulfilled, pleasure, gratitude, contentment
- Reversed
- dissatisfaction, smugness, overindulgence, hollow success, unmet desire
Ten of Cups
- Upright
- emotional fulfillment, harmony, family joy, belonging, shared happiness
- Reversed
- domestic tension, broken harmony, misaligned values, disconnection, unrealistic ideal
Page of Cups
- Upright
- emotional message, sensitivity, imagination, surprise, intuition
- Reversed
- emotional immaturity, insecurity, blocked creativity, disappointment, escapism
Knight of Cups
- Upright
- romance, idealism, invitation, following the heart, charm
- Reversed
- moodiness, unrealistic fantasy, disappointment, empty promises, emotional manipulation
Queen of Cups
- Upright
- compassion, intuition, emotional wisdom, empathy, calm
- Reversed
- emotional overwhelm, dependence, martyrdom, insecurity, poor boundaries
King of Cups
- Upright
- emotional balance, compassionate leadership, diplomacy, maturity, calm authority
- Reversed
- emotional control, coldness, moodiness, manipulation, poor counsel
Swords
14 cards
Ace of Swords
- Upright
- clarity, breakthrough, truth, new idea, decisive thought
- Reversed
- confusion, misinformation, mental fog, harshness, poor judgment
Two of Swords
- Upright
- indecision, stalemate, difficult choice, avoidance, blocked emotion
- Reversed
- information overload, no easy choice, decision emerging, confusion, denial exposed
Three of Swords
- Upright
- heartbreak, grief, painful truth, separation, sorrow
- Reversed
- recovery, forgiveness, releasing pain, lingering grief, reconciliation
Four of Swords
- Upright
- rest, recovery, retreat, contemplation, mental reset
- Reversed
- burnout, restlessness, forced pause, returning to activity, chronic stress
Five of Swords
- Upright
- conflict, hollow victory, hostility, self-interest, win at all costs
- Reversed
- reconciliation, remorse, lingering resentment, making amends, ending conflict
Six of Swords
- Upright
- transition, moving on, passage, recovery, leaving difficulty
- Reversed
- resisting transition, emotional baggage, unfinished business, delayed departure, return
Seven of Swords
- Upright
- strategy, deception, secrecy, independence, tactical action
- Reversed
- confession, exposure, self-deception, rethinking strategy, coming clean
Eight of Swords
- Upright
- restriction, entrapment, self-limitation, helplessness, fear
- Reversed
- freedom, new perspective, self-acceptance, releasing fear, regaining agency
Nine of Swords
- Upright
- anxiety, nightmares, worry, guilt, mental anguish
- Reversed
- seeking help, hope, recovery, deepening despair, facing fears
Ten of Swords
- Upright
- painful ending, collapse, betrayal, finality, rock bottom
- Reversed
- survival, recovery, resisting an ending, relapse, worst is passing
Page of Swords
- Upright
- curiosity, alertness, new ideas, communication, mental energy
- Reversed
- gossip, all talk, deception, defensiveness, scattered thinking
Knight of Swords
- Upright
- swift action, ambition, directness, conviction, intellectual drive
- Reversed
- recklessness, aggression, poor timing, disregard for consequences, unpredictability
Queen of Swords
- Upright
- discernment, independence, honesty, clear boundaries, perception
- Reversed
- bitterness, cruelty, coldness, harsh judgment, resentment
King of Swords
- Upright
- reason, authority, truth, discipline, ethical judgment
- Reversed
- manipulation, abuse of power, cruelty, rigidity, corrupt judgment
Pentacles
14 cards
Ace of Pentacles
- Upright
- material opportunity, prosperity, new venture, stability, manifestation
- Reversed
- missed opportunity, poor planning, scarcity thinking, bad investment, instability
Two of Pentacles
- Upright
- balance, adaptability, priorities, time management, juggling resources
- Reversed
- overwhelm, disorganization, poor priorities, financial strain, imbalance
Three of Pentacles
- Upright
- teamwork, craftsmanship, collaboration, learning, building
- Reversed
- poor teamwork, low standards, misalignment, group conflict, lack of skill
Four of Pentacles
- Upright
- security, conservation, control, possessiveness, holding on
- Reversed
- greed, fear of loss, releasing control, reckless spending, unstable security
Five of Pentacles
- Upright
- hardship, scarcity, exclusion, financial loss, insecurity
- Reversed
- recovery, improvement, accepting help, renewed hope, returning stability
Six of Pentacles
- Upright
- generosity, giving and receiving, support, charity, resource balance
- Reversed
- strings attached, unequal exchange, debt, stinginess, power imbalance
Seven of Pentacles
- Upright
- patience, assessment, long-term effort, investment, perseverance
- Reversed
- poor return, impatience, wasted effort, distraction, lack of reward
Eight of Pentacles
- Upright
- apprenticeship, mastery, diligence, practice, high standards
- Reversed
- perfectionism, uninspired work, poor quality, lack of focus, repetitive labor
Nine of Pentacles
- Upright
- self-sufficiency, earned comfort, abundance, refinement, independence
- Reversed
- false success, overspending, dependence, self-worth issues, living beyond means
Ten of Pentacles
- Upright
- legacy, lasting wealth, family security, inheritance, establishment
- Reversed
- unstable foundation, family conflict, financial loss, short-term success, broken tradition
Page of Pentacles
- Upright
- study, ambition, practical opportunity, diligence, manifesting a goal
- Reversed
- procrastination, lack of commitment, poor progress, short-term thinking, missed chance
Knight of Pentacles
- Upright
- reliability, routine, responsibility, persistence, methodical work
- Reversed
- stagnation, laziness, obsession, boredom, work without purpose
Queen of Pentacles
- Upright
- practical care, resourcefulness, comfort, security, grounded abundance
- Reversed
- self-neglect, smothering, jealousy, work-home imbalance, material insecurity
King of Pentacles
- Upright
- prosperity, stewardship, security, business leadership, material mastery
- Reversed
- greed, materialism, stubbornness, corruption, poor stewardship