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The Fool Tarot Card: A Journey of New Beginnings and Infinite Potential 🌟

Welcome to my blog, where we dive into the fascinating meanings behind each tarot card. Today, we’re exploring The Fool, a card that represents the start of a new chapter and boundless possibilities. Whether you’re curious about tarot or seeking guidance, The Fool offers a timeless message of hope and courage. Let’s discover its symbolism, interpretation, and how it can guide you on your personal journey. 🍃❤

🌿 The Fool: Embracing the Unknown

At its heart, The Fool symbolizes a fresh start, a leap into the unknown with faith and curiosity. It reminds us that every new adventure begins with the courage to step forward, even when the path ahead is unclear.

Card Number: 0, representing infinite potential and the cycle of life.

Element: Air, symbolizing ideas, freedom, and exploration.

Astrological Association: Uranus, representing change, innovation, and rebellion.

The Fool encourages you to take risks, trust in the process, and embrace the lessons of the journey. It’s a card of optimism and open-mindedness, urging you to see the world with fresh eyes.

🌟 Symbols of The Fool

The Fool is rich in visual symbolism, each element offering a deeper layer of meaning:

The Wanderer A carefree figure standing at the edge of a cliff symbolizes trust and innocence. They are ready to explore, unburdened by fear or doubt.

The Dog The loyal companion represents instinct and protection. It warns of potential pitfalls while encouraging trust in the journey.

The White Rose Purity and new beginnings. It’s a reminder to approach life with an open heart.

The Cliff A leap of faith—trusting in the unknown while knowing the universe will catch you.

The Sun A bright and hopeful backdrop, symbolizing clarity, guidance, and endless potential.

✨ Upright Meaning: New Beginnings and Trust

When The Fool appears upright, it signals:

Fresh Starts: A new opportunity or chapter in life is unfolding.

Trust: Believing in yourself and the process, even without knowing all the answers.

Potential: Boundless possibilities await if you’re willing to take the leap.

Message: Have faith in your journey. It’s okay to step into the unknown—it’s where growth and transformation occur.

🌘 Reversed Meaning: Hesitation and Risks

When reversed, The Fool warns of:

Fear of Change: Hesitation to take a step forward or embrace the unknown.

Recklessness: Acting impulsively without proper thought or preparation.

Missed Opportunities: Allowing fear to hold you back from your dreams.

Message: Pause and reflect. Are you holding yourself back out of fear, or are you leaping without thought? Balance is key.

🌌 The Fool in Different Life Areas

In Love

Upright: New relationships or a fresh start in love. Trust the journey and remain open to possibilities.

Reversed: Be cautious of impulsive decisions in love. Ensure intentions are aligned.

In Career

Upright: A new job or venture is calling. Trust your instincts and embrace new opportunities.

Reversed: Avoid rushing into major decisions. Take time to plan before leaping forward.

In Spiritual Growth The Fool represents stepping into your spiritual path with curiosity and faith. It encourages you to trust the universe and embrace the unknown as a teacher.

🌟 Final Thoughts on The Fool 🌟

The Fool is a card of courage, optimism, and infinite potential. It invites you to release fear and embrace the magic of beginnings. Whether upright or reversed, The Fool reminds us to trust ourselves and the journey ahead.

✨ If you’d like a personalized tarot reading, visit my Etsy shop for in-depth and intuitive insights! Let’s explore your questions together. Click here: Elera Mystic Readings on Etsy. 🍃❤

[divinesangel]

how long have you been reading tarot for?

it's been 5 years already! time flies

[tarotisland]

Welcome to Tarot Island!

Autism is hard. Having special needs is hard. In the end, we all are responsible for our own self development. People with auditory and visual hallucinations, processing disorders, or active imaginations are often over medicated for lack of better therapies and understanding of the personal journey as it relates to our psychological landscape.

Many stories have been told about The Fool’s Journey. It’s the framework for just about every story told. Here, we go deeper into the structure of the journey and our psyche.

Asking, 

What is the connection between the things that plague us internally and the circumstances around us? 

Are they one in the same 

and

Do we inherit psychological complexity from the very coding of our brains at birth?

Is our mental coding really a reflection of the cosmos at the moment we took our first breath?

And what does this all show us about our rightful path on becoming our most authentic selves?

Follow our fools journey at Neon Dream Tarot as we uncover ancient secrets and scale away the protective mask naturally occurring with a neurodivergent mind. And we play games. Games are fun.

[healingthrutarot]

Red Feather (an imprint with Schiffer Publishing) sent over the brand new Magic Lantern Sibilla Deck by Caitlin Matthews and illustrated by Anastasia Kashian for me to review. It’s my first experience with a Sibilla deck! I knew it was time to take a look at this card system when I read that it is the first version published with English titles. It’s typically in Italian if you are new to this system. I jumped at the chance to work with this deck and to share it with you because this is an exciting development in the cartomancy world.

This is a divinatory system that came into popularity in Italy around the 1850s. The fact that this deck is continuing to be introduced to new parts of the world over 175 years later is a testament to its utility as a divinatory tool, helping readers around the world understand their daily lives on a deeper level.

The creator and illustrator did an amazing job presenting a new vision for this divinatory system while keeping its historic charm and essence. The artwork that has an almost Victorian or impressionistic painting feel to them truly transports you to the old parlor days when cartomancers were sought out on the regular for exploring everyday issues.

And the guidebook is so thorough and comprehensive that it’s essentially a textbook, helping you master this cartomancy system through independent study. It’s set up as a 52-week course to help you tackle the system slowly over the year if you need to take things slowly and in smaller digestible chunks. I love this because I just finished a 10-week 19th century spreads course and really enjoyed devoting time each week to learn a new practice and to progress on my divinatory journey each week.  

Check out my full deck review on my tarot blog to learn more about this cartomancy system. I know I’m going to really enjoy spending time with it every week as I work my way through this meaty 352-page guidebook.

The Magic Lantern Sibilla releases June 28, 2025 - $39.99 preorder thru the link below

Link to this blog post below

Thanks to @redfeather for sending this deck and guidebook over!

@tigernacaitlin @anastasiakashian

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Learn to read tarot with me! Book your place on my tarot course now. Go to www.mysticoracleofficial.com

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[sage-sips]

Learning Tarot is a process, and part of that process is repetition.

Last time we looked at Lenormand cards, we started to explore two card combinations, which seem to be a big part of the Lenormand style of Tarot reading. Often when particular combinations of cards are seen, the meanings for the cards change a bit, not unlike a reversal in RWS style cards and readings.

The best way to understand that connection seems to be two card sets. It makes sense to understand the foundation, the building blocks of a larger layout before using a larger layout. In RWS style, that foundational building block is the single card reading, which plugs into the individual positions of any layout which is then woven together in a meta-analytical, intuition driven way. 

I'm still learning Lenormand along with you, but it seems to me that building block isn't single cards, but the underlying connections between 2 or 3 cards, like a flat mat with dots (single card meanings) stuck on top.To put it in arts and crafts terms, RWS is knitting while Lenormand is paper-making with speckles on top.Today we have snake and fish. So starting with that foundational fabric, what is the common energy matrix behind the Flow and suppleness are common traits between the two. The fish are associated with prosperity. The snake in the guidebook is associated with typical western cultural meanings like deceit and deviousness. 

Intuitively, however, I am reminded of Chinese astrology. People born in the year of the snake are said to be competent, wise, intuitive and passionate. When I put all of those aspects together the two-together message is to protect your resources through wisdom and know-how (akin to a four of pentacles combined with an ace of swords sort of vibe)I'm not sure if or how the playing card insets factor into it. Queen of clubs with the snake is akin to the queen of wands - which reinforces the idea of self-care, in the form of caring for physical resources. The king of diamonds is like the king of pentacles, reinforcing the notion that this is about common sense, physical realm money management more than some sort of grand spiritual lesson.

Sometimes, as Freud said, a cigar is just a cigar. 

Sometimes, as these cards seem to stay, you just have to mind the budget, even at the holidays. The energy here is all about practical, level headed things, unrelated to spirituality or emotion. Once we make the physical stable and safe, then we can turn our minds and hearts to the spiritual, emotional and intangible.Between now and New Year I don't intend to hold to any particular schedule other than doing email private readings as they come in.Usually I try to do the Learn With Me on Wednesdays and the Substack newsletter as a weekly digest on the weekend, with one card posts as often as I can manage on weekdays.I'm still of two minds about the "path through the week" thing on Mondays.What do you think? What kind of readings or posts would you like to see in the blog? For goodness' sake don't be shy. As long as it isn't spam,  by all means post your questions or suggestions in the comments. Contact info is in the right hand column (or bottom of the page on mobile) too.I'm planning to do a bunch of re-introductory and behind the scenes posts over the next few weeks sliding in and around day job, private readings and the holidays.If you want a private Tarot reading by email, you can order it HERE anytime, 24/7 no appointment needed. I'll get the typed reading with a photo of your real-world card layout to you usually within 24 hours.Thank you so much for reading! See you at the next sip!via Learn With Me: Lenormand, snake and fish)

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Biddy Tarot: Tarot Card Meanings

Tarot Card Meanings

[spiritual-rain]

Ace of Cups Tarot Meditation

My latest guided tarot meditation is up on my YouTube channel Spiritual Rain! Here is the link to the meditation: https://youtu.be/YMulpuxjHhQ?si=GLaifHRK-kuJU8EL

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The Two of Cups Tarot Card: A Divine Union of Love and Harmony 🌸

Welcome back to the blog! Today, we’re diving into one of the most beloved cards in the tarot deck—The Two of Cups. Representing love, connection, and emotional harmony, this card radiates with the energy of mutual affection and partnership. Whether it appears in a romantic, platonic, or personal context, The Two of Cups is a beacon of balanced and heartfelt relationships. Let’s explore its profound meanings together. 🍃❤

🌿 The Two of Cups: A Card of Connection

The Two of Cups is all about relationships and emotional exchange. It represents a union based on mutual respect, trust, and shared goals. This card embodies the beauty of partnerships that uplift and inspire, whether they involve romance, friendship, or collaboration.

Card Number: Two, symbolizing balance, duality, and connection.

Element: Water, representing emotions, intuition, and flow.

Astrological Association: Venus in Cancer, reflecting love, nurturing, and deep emotional bonds.

When The Two of Cups appears, it signals harmony in relationships and an open heart ready to give and receive love.

🌟 Symbols of The Two of Cups

The imagery in The Two of Cups conveys a wealth of meaning, each element shedding light on the beauty of connection:

The Couple Two figures stand facing each other, holding cups as if in a toast. This represents mutual respect and the willingness to share emotions openly.

The Caduceus A symbol of healing and balance, it reminds us that love requires harmony and the ability to support one another through growth.

The Lion’s Head Above the caduceus, the lion’s head represents passion and strength, showing that love is as powerful as it is gentle.

The Cups A shared exchange of emotions, trust, and vulnerability. Both parties are willing to give and receive equally, forming a balanced bond.

✨ Upright Meaning: Love, Harmony, and Emotional Fulfillment

When upright, The Two of Cups speaks to:

Love: A romantic connection blossoming with trust, affection, and mutual respect.

Partnership: Collaboration and teamwork in relationships, friendships, or professional endeavors.

Harmony: Emotional balance and a feeling of being seen, valued, and supported.

Message: This card encourages you to nurture the relationships in your life that bring mutual joy and harmony. Whether it’s romantic or platonic, the bond is meaningful and worth cherishing.

🌘 Reversed Meaning: Imbalance and Miscommunication

When reversed, The Two of Cups signals:

Disconnection: Misunderstandings or emotional distance in a relationship.

Imbalance: One-sided effort or feelings, leading to frustration or unfulfilled needs.

Conflict: Challenges in maintaining harmony or resolving differences.

Message: The reversed card asks you to reflect on the dynamics of your relationships. Are your needs being met? Are you giving too much without receiving in return? Addressing imbalances will help restore emotional clarity.

🌌 The Two of Cups in Different Life Areas

In Love

Upright: A beautiful partnership filled with mutual affection and trust. This could signify a new relationship, a deepening of an existing one, or even reconciliation.

Reversed: Emotional misalignment. This is a time to communicate honestly and work toward understanding each other better.

In Career

Upright: A partnership or collaboration that brings mutual success and satisfaction. This could signify working with someone who shares your vision and complements your energy.

Reversed: Be cautious of imbalances in professional relationships. Ensure that your efforts are recognized and reciprocated.

In Personal Growth The Two of Cups reminds you of the importance of self-love. It encourages you to find harmony within yourself and to nurture your relationship with your own emotional needs.

🌟 Final Thoughts on The Two of Cups 🌟

The Two of Cups is a card of love, respect, and mutual understanding. It reminds us that the best relationships—whether romantic, platonic, or even with ourselves—are built on balance, trust, and open communication. When this card appears, it’s a beautiful reminder to cherish the connections that bring joy and emotional fulfillment into your life.

✨ If you’d like a personalized tarot reading, visit my Etsy shop for in-depth and intuitive insights! Whether you’re exploring love, career, or personal growth, I’m here to guide you. Click here: Elera Mystic Readings on Etsy. 🍃❤

[godricked]

hi, i've noticed tarot cards in your latest post. i'm a beginner with cards, and still tryna figure out how to "learn" them the best way. can you suggest some techniques, or maybe some good sources? the sticky notes on your cards made me really intrigued

have a blessed day!

hiii!! thank you for the ask!

honestly i would consider myself a newbie too (i don't use them nearly enough). still, i do know my way around the cards a lil bit, so i'll explain what i do and some tips/tricks/sources.

this is the yughostlavia technique (bc i am inconsistent and don't really dedicate my time to studying the tarot as much as i should... it's like an 'on the go' way to learn).

do a daily reading - this is pretty basic yet effective, do a daily draw in the morning (or if you can't do one in the AM, any time during the day is fine) and learn the meaning of that card. depending on the deck, the cards may have slight meaning variations, but all have the same "core/archetypal" meaning. i suggest beginning with the Rider-Waite Tarot Deck, because the meanings are much easier to read.

learn the basic symbols of the cards - what does each suit mean, what are the most common motives (water, far away mountains, where are the people looking, what is the colour of the background?)

do basic readings - easy readings are past - present - future, situation - action - outcome... here's a list and take NOTES! these are the little papers i stuck onto my cards, i find it easier to retain information when i write.

once you have the basics down - try to interpret them on your own and THEN check google/the booklet that comes with your tarot. it will make you learn the meanings quicker (especially if you have bad memory and are more of a visual learner) as well as develop your OWN intuition.

watch youtube tarot readings! watch how others read the cards and how they weave them into a story, because rarely does one read the cards alone, independently from each other. i recommend the white feather tarot.

try to weave them into a story - you don't have to do a literal reading every time. pick out some cards at random and do practice readings - imagine you are starting a new job/getting married/moving abroad - and see what advice you can pull from the cards. this is great if you don't have other people to practice on and don't feel like reading for yourself

download a tarot app - i recommend labrynthos since they have all the meanings, cheat sheets and more (also the art is sooo pretty) and use it daily, while commuting, waiting in line, wherever you can.

where are the figures looking? what does the number of the card mean? what is my life path number and do i resonate with this number, etc. all of these things can help you learn to interpret the cards easier and more intuitively.

keep a tarot journal - draw the cards, the symbols, the spreads, everything. keep notes, but also do some free writing - keeping a daily journal will definitely help. take photos of your spreads, print them out, stick them in the journal. document the process. this is something i wish i had done when i got my first deck, so i'm compensating by sticking stuff into my regular bullet journal!

some other free resources i recommend are:

learntarot free tarot course

biddy tarot tarot card meanings

this article about how cards are connected

this subreddit has some advice!

i hope this is somewhat helpful! have a lovely day too!

[tarotisland]

Tarot games: an alternative teaching tool.

At Neon Dream we use RWS tarot by Pamela Coleman Smith. I will be writing about this soon enough. There are many reasons why we are using this deck. For now, just trust me….

Game #1

Building connection and confidence using tarot games!

Ok. Your work here is to…

Watch TV.

Yeah, you heard me right. 

Any show or movie that makes you feel warm inside. 

Something you have previously watched might be easier when you are starting this game. 

Hold your cards loosely. Try not to put an expectation on them or on yourself. This is an important step and must not be missed. 

As the show is unfolding, play with the cards but don't look at them except when you feel like…you want to. 

Choose one at a time. 

I find it easiest to split the deck in two and look at the revealed card. 

How you choose your card is up to you. 

Choose a card. 

Can you see how that card resembles the situation or character(s) from the show?

Pause the show for a minute or so to reflect and study the card and how they match. 

Write down what you get, because it's fun to reflect later. 

How many can you match in one program? 

Adaption 2

This game is also fun when you are having a conversation. 

Just hold the cards and look at them. You will notice the cards that come up correspond to the energy in the room. 

Adaption 3

I find this technique helpful when I am in a busy place and there is a lot going on like a party or busy restaurant. It gives me something to do that isnt stress out. It’s also fun to talk to the cards about the emotions and people in the room. 

A very brief overview of what this technique will do that wasn’t included in the article above

*Deepen our internal knowledge about the cards

*Help our human brains to shut off 

*Allow for our higher selves to connect with our everyday experience on earth

*Builds spiritual confidence

*Makes you look cool at parties 

Thanks for playing today!

There is sooo much more to come.

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Neon Dream Tarot class!

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The Underwater Witch

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Red Feather sent over the brand new book, Mastering the Tarot Tableau: Revisiting Predictive Accuracy with Tarot by Toni Savory for me to review. I’ve been taking several online divination classes with Toni this year, so it’s perfect that her book just dropped!

Ever since I learned the grand tableau method used in reading Lenormand where you lay the full deck of 36 cards out in a large spread, I’ve wanted to translate that into a method for reading tarot, and this book helps to learn that exact approach. So, I jumped at the chance to review this book the moment Toni announced its release. This tableau-style of reading opens up our ability to read narratively and will add layers to your readings quickly. Learning to read how the cards interact with each other gives us more precise messages as the story begins to flow from one card to the next.

Mastering the Tarot Tableau helps you master Tarot fundamentals, understand card meanings within the tableau context, learn both beginner and advanced tableau techniques, build compelling narratives in your interpretations, explore card interactions and positional significance using directional interpretations, and decode the impact of major arcana, minor arcana, and tarot court cards.

Toni offers plenty of examples using real tableau spreads so that we can see this method in action, and we pick up the technique quickly as we follow along on her walkthroughs of her example spreads. By the end of this book, you will have mastered several new techniques for a multi-layered reading approach, including knighting, mirroring, reading diagonals and deciphering the interpersonal dynamics of the figures in the tableau.

If you’ve ever wondered how a pro dissects a spread, this book offers you a look behind the curtain as she works.

Check out my full book review on my tarot blog to see what all Toni covers in this masterclass! It’s going on my list of the best tarot references that I recommend to new readers. Link below to this blog post

Thanks to @redfeathermbs for sending this book over!

[aurorauau]

rgd tarot fanart and it's very good :)

I'm using ol' learntarot as a reference since it's my fave

Rose - The Fool

BEGINNING / SPONTANEITY / FAITH / APPARENT FOLLY

perfect start and match with her was a good sign to me

The Fool also represents the complete faith that life is good and worthy of trust. Some might call the Fool too innocent, but his innocence sustains him and brings him joy. In readings, the Fool can signal a new beginning or change of direction - one that will guide you onto a path of adventure, wonder and personal growth. He also reminds you to keep your faith and trust your natural responses. If you are facing a decision or moment of doubt, the Fool tells you to believe in yourself and follow your heart no matter how crazy or foolish your impulses may seem.

Meijiu - The Magician

ACTION / CONSCIOUS AWARENESS / CONCENTRATION / POWER

I think Meijiu picked this one himself. and it very much works

What makes the Magician so powerful? First, he is not afraid to act. He believes in himself and is willing to put that belief on the line. He also knows what he intends to do and why. He doesn't hesitate because he understands his situation exactly. The Magician can focus with single-minded determination. As long as he remembers the divine source of his power, the Magician remains the perfect conduit for miracles.

Amanda - The High Priestess

NONACTION / UNCONSCIOUS AWARENESS / POTENTIAL /MYSTERY

oh my... not to go on about Amanda's potential, but this really is the perfect card for her, specifically her antagonistic role in the first arc

In readings, the High Priestess poses a challenge to you to go deeper - to look beyond the obvious, surface situation to what is hidden and obscure. She also asks you to recall the vastness of your potential and to remember the unlimited possibilities you hold within yourself. The High Priestess can represent a time of waiting and allowing. It is not always necessary to act to achieve your goals. Sometimes they can be realized through a stillness that gives desire a chance to flower within the fullness of time.

Meryl - The Empress

MOTHERING / ABUNDANCE / SENSES / NATURE

not a bad card to put Rose on, but I see it! live life to the fullest

The Empress can also represent lavish abundance of all kinds. She offers a cornucopia of delights, especially those of the senses - food, pleasure and beauty. She can suggest material reward, but only with the understanding that riches go with a generous and open spirit. The Empress asks you to embrace the principle of life and enjoy its bountiful goodness.

Caleb - The Emperor

FATHERING / STRUCTURE / AUTHORITY / REGULATION

it's Caleb. not only the way he presents himself, but his role in the narrative is the first to truly take advantage of the chaos in City 23

In chaotic situations, the Emperor can indicate the need for organization. Loose ends should be tied up, and wayward elements, harnessed. In situations that are already over-controlled, he suggests the confining effect of those constraints.

Zilong - The Hierophant

EDUCATION / BELIEF SYSTEMS / CONFORMITY / GROUP IDENTIFICATION

not much to add except it's a terrific choice for him. there's other characters it would fit too... but how many cards fit him as well?

In readings, the Hierophant often represents learning with experts or knowledgeable teachers. This card also stands for institutions and their values. The Hierophant is a symbol of the need to conform to rules or fixed situations. His appearance in a reading can show that you are struggling with a force that is not innovative, free-spirited or individual. Groups can be enriching or stifling, depending on circumstances. Sometimes we need to follow a program or embrace tradition, other times, we need to trust ourselves.

Meixue and Stella - The Lovers

RELATIONSHIP / SEXUALITY / PERSONAL BELIEFS / VALUES

props for not just putting a pair of lovers there, but indeed two characters who are very much defined by their love AND values. Stella (and Meixue sometimes) is often inverted on later covers...

The relationship may not be sexual, although it often is or could be. More generally, the Lovers can represent the attractive force that draws any two entities together in a relationship - whether people, ideas, events, movements or groups. (...) The Lovers can indicate a moral or ethical crossroads - a decision point where you must choose between the high road or the low road. This card can also represent your personal beliefs because to make such a decision you must know where you stand. Following your own path can mean going against those who are urging you in a direction that is wrong for you.

Wandering Dogs - The Chariot

VICTORY / WILL / SELF-ASSERTION / HARD CONTROL

could be read in different ways in relation to them

At its best, hard control is not brutal, but firm and direct. It is backed up by a strong will and great confidence. The Chariot can mean self-control or control of the environment. This card also represents victory. There are many types of wins; the Chariot's is of the win-lose type. Your success comes from beating the competition to become number one. Such moments are glorious in the right circumstances.

Zel - Strength

STRENGTH / PATIENCE / COMPASSION / SOFT CONTROL

just perfect, and a good counterpart to the former

Card 8 will appear in a reading when its qualities are needed. It can be a reminder not to despair or give up. You have the inner strength to endure and triumph. If you are pushing too hard, you need to withdraw for the moment and be patient. If other people or circumstances are driving you crazy, remember the strength that comes with love and forbearance. These will see you through the hardest moments.

Richard - The Hermit

INTROSPECTION / SEARCHING / GUIDANCE / SOLITUDE

oof...

In readings, the Hermit often suggests a need for time alone - a period of reflection when distractions are limited. In times of action and high energy, he stands for the still center that must be created for balance. He can also indicate that withdrawal or retreat is advised for the moment. In addition, the Hermit can represent seeking of all kinds, especially for deeper understanding or the truth of a situation. "Seek, and ye shall find," we have been told, and so the Hermit stands for guidance as well.

Alan - Wheel of Fortune

DESTINY / TURNING POINT / MOVEMENT / PERSONAL VISION

parts of this description could probably be found in the vn itself

In readings, the Wheel of Fortune can indicate a vision or realization that strikes with great force. If you've been struggling with a problem or tough situation, this card can signal that you will find the answer if you stand back and view everything from a larger perspective. The Wheel of Fortune also represents unexpected encounters and twists of fate. You can't predict surprises; you can only be aware when one is circling around. Indeed, Card 10 often suggests wheel-like actions - changes in direction, repeating cycles and rapid movement.

Jeanne - Justice

JUSTICE / RESPONSIBILITY / DECISION / CAUSE AND EFFECT

congrats to Jeanne for getting the responsibility card

Sometimes Justice is a signal to do what needs to be done. A time comes when responsibilities must be accepted, and accounts settled. The past will continue to haunt you if you do not recognize your mistakes and make amends for them. You will need to weigh matters carefully and perhaps make important decisions about your future course.

Butler - The Hanged Man

LETTING GO / REVERSAL / SUSPENSION / SACRIFICE

very interesting in the light of his arc

The main lesson of the Hanged Man is that we "control" by letting go - we "win" by surrendering. The figure on Card 12 has made the ultimate surrender - to die on the cross of his own travails - yet he shines with the glory of divine understanding. He has sacrificed himself, but he emerges the victor. The Hanged Man also tells us that we can "move forward" by standing still. By suspending time, we can have all the time in the world.

Keith - Death

ENDING / TRANSITION / ELIMINATION / INEXORABLE FORCES

the great equaliser is the death... see Alan's connection to fate

In readings, Death often represents an important ending that will initiate great change. It signals the end of an era; a moment when a door is closing. At such times, there may be sadness and reluctance, but also relief and a sense of completion. Death also suggests getting down to basics. Dying has a way of making you concentrate on what's important. This card reminds you to cut out the unnecessary. Death can also mean you will experience an inexorable force. Death is inevitable, and sometimes there are events that are inescapable as well. When these moments occur, the best approach is to ride your fate and see where it takes you.

Cyrus - Temperance

TEMPERANCE / BALANCE / HEALTH / COMBINATION

I just had Cyrus talking about compromise a while back. though he somewhat fails in this role in the end, he embodies this throughout

In readings, Temperance can represent a need for moderation, especially when extreme cards are present (such as the Knights). This card can also indicate a need for balance. In conflict situations, Temperance suggests that compromise and cooperation are vital. Look for any opportunity to bring opposing parties together. In fact, to temper can mean to modify by adding a new component. By combining and recombining, we come up with the ideal mixture or solution. Temperance is the card of good health in all areas - physical, mental and emotional. When illness or dis-ease is a concern, Temperance holds out the promise of vitality and well-being.

Alfred - The Devil

BONDAGE / MATERIALISM / IGNORANCE / HOPELESSNESS

maybe Alfred in the context of his relationship to Primavera

Traditionally the Devil stands for evil, but it does not have this rather frightening meaning in a reading. This card lets you know that you are caught in an unhealthy, unproductive situation. You may be in the dark about something - ignorant of the truth and its implications. You may be obsessed by a person, idea, substance or pattern that you know is bad for you (or maybe you don't!). Sometimes this card reflects back the negativity that has made you doubt yourself and your future. We are prone to many errors in life. Card 15 lets us know when they are serious enough to require attention. When you see the Devil, examine your assumptions carefully. Make sure you are not working from a false picture of yourself and the situation. Hold fast to the highest vision of who you are.

Gabriel - The Tower

SUDDEN CHANGE / RELEASE / DOWNFALL / REVELATION

the face of order is the disruptor of all balance in City 23

Card 16 will not be welcomed by those who dislike change. It represents a sudden, dramatic upheaval or reversal in fortune. Usually change is gradual, giving us time to adapt, but sometimes it is quick and explosive. This is the action of the Tower. In films, the hero sometimes slaps someone who is groggy or babbling. Having tried everything else, he finally resorts to a sharp sting to snap him out of it. Sudden crises are life's way of telling you to wake up. Something's wrong, and you're not responding. Are you too full of pride? Expect a blow to your ego. Are you holding back your anger? Expect the dam to burst. Are you stuck in a rut? Expect a surprise.

Julie - The Star

HOPE / INSPIRATION / GENEROSITY / SERENITY

it's our guiding theme of hope in the future :)

It is important to remember that the Star is inspiring, but it is not a card of practical solutions or final answers. Truly without hope we can accomplish nothing, but hope is only a beginning. When you see Card 17, know that you are on the right track. Your goals and your aspirations are blessed, but to realize them, you must take positive action. Use the light of the Star to guide you in your efforts.

Miguel - The Moon

FEAR / ILLUSION / IMAGINATION / BEWILDERMENT

trauma and reflection takes center stage in this one

Most of the time we live in a tiny pocket of normality that we wrap around us like a security blanket. We turn our backs on the mysterious universe that waits outside. From time to time we may sneak a peak with our imagination, or venture out through fantasy or expanded awareness. We can be thrust out there unprepared through drugs, madness or intense experiences such as battle. The Moon is the light of this realm - the world of shadow and night. Although this place is awesome, it does not have to be frightening. In the right circumstances, the Moon inspires and enchants. It holds out the promise that all you imagine can be yours.

Wayne - The Sun

ENLIGHTENMENT / GREATNESS / VITALITY / ASSURANCE

his struggle for greatness and counterpart to Miguel

In readings, you will understand Card 19 if you imagine yourself to be a Sun God. How do you think and feel? You have total confidence in yourself. You are not cocky, but profoundly sure of your power. You have unlimited energy and glow with health. You have a greatness about you and stand out brilliantly. Finally, you see and understand all that is happening within your sphere. When you see this card, know that you will be successful at all you undertake. Now is the time to let your light shine.

Leo - Judgement

JUDGMENT / REBIRTH / INNER CALLING / ABSOLUTION

his position at the beginning of the story, and a nice ending

Card 20 also stands for the feelings that come with salvation. When the angel calls, you are reborn - cleansed of all guilts and burdens. The past and its mistakes are behind you, and you are ready to begin anew. You may even feel a calling - a personal conviction of what you are meant to do. If you are in a low period, in need of hope and absolution, Judgement can show you that renewal is at hand.

The World is not featured, but let's see it

INTEGRATION / ACCOMPLISHMENT / INVOLVEMENT /FULFILLMENT

A major element of happiness is wholeness - the sense that everything is working together in harmony. Not in a static way, but with dynamic balance. Involvement is also important. To be happy, we must feel connected - engaged with what is around us. There is also accomplishment - knowing that we have goals and are moving toward them successfully. When all these elements come together, we feel fulfilled and blessed.

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Tarot Reading 14

Deck: Spirit Keeper’s tarot vitruvian edution

Question: What guidance do you want to share with me?

Card: Archangel of Glory - Angel of Art and Grace (king of wands)

Resources used: spirit keeper’s book of maps guidebook

The king of wands is a dynamic person, a project manager, a creative mastermind, noble, honorable, maybe impatient or restless, and goal driven person. They’re not the type to wait around for something to get done, they’re the boots on the ground type. They’ve got a couple completed creative projects under their belt already so they understand the creative process well. They’re a master of transformation and know theirselves. They’re a good storyteller. They might be a bit hot tempered. They’re assertive.

In the spirit keeper’s tarot the king of wands becomes the archangel of glory and art and grace, and they might represent an angel or deity of fire/light/arts like Uriel, Apollo, etc.

Of the jump, I might see this as a call to return to my artistic pursuits or projects.

Let’s look at the Book of Maps.

It says he’s the divine teacher of the arts and all forms of scholarship, and to call upon him for lending his sight to the keeper since he has the sharpest and clearest vision of all the heavenly spirits. Also wisdom.

I can see that as handy as I worry about delusions coming back. Clear vision sounds great.

As a side note, I stepped out of my usual secular readings for this deck since it’s so oriented around spirit contact and divine guidance. Also I couldn’t think of a good question, or at least one that I felt suited this deck.

I think that’s good for this reading. My guy is sleeping and I don’t want to make too much noise. Bye!

edit: I went to the next room, lol. I don’t 100% remember what the numinous guidebook said but it said something about creativity, balancing responsibility with something else when working with people?, and wisdom. I might edit this later.

Let’s look at learntarot.

It says he’s bold, daring, inventive, often the center of attention, dramatic, strategizing, enthusiastic, takes risks, is inspiring, assertive and unafraid of conflict, is a natural leader, etc. Makes sense for a leo card.

Let’s look at esoteric meanings.

It says there’s a strong moral character and theme of integrity with the card. Also to reengage in life (perhaps after a tough time) and to use his energy, drive, and determination to move on to new and better things. Also that you can tackle any challenges that come your way and emerge victorious.

I think the message I’m getting with this card is in my pursuit of art or maybe even going back to school or even learning to drive a car, I can handle all challenges that come my way and to reinvigorate my efforts to do so. I will emerge victorious. Also that maybe praying to Apollo or connecting to divinity in that way could be a way of becoming confident and invigorated in my pursuits. Or just knowing Apollo is watching out for me (though the king of wands is an active card so maybe prayer would be a better fit).

I’m surprised but the theme of people and working with them or for their sakes came up a lot, vs succeeding at their expense. I guess the King of Wands has learned how to do that.

Ok that’s all.