Tarot Cards (Major Arcana) – ‘Maison Dieu’ (often also titled ‘Tower’) The ruling planet of this card is Mars. The card depicts the picture of a tall tower perched on top of a rough and uneven mountain. It shows that the tower has been struck by lightning and that flames are coming out of the windows. People leap out of the tower in dire need to save themselves from the destruction and chaos. The darkness and destruction in this case is however related to physical state and not spiritual condition. The tower itself is a representation of ambitions built without solid foundation of truth. The bolt of lightning breaks the existing norms to make way for new ones. It gives a momentary insight to truth - a little inspiration that is enough to break the walls of ignorance falsehood. The lightning is directed from the heaven to earth - from the spiritual world to the material world. There are 22 flames each representing the Hebrew Yods are the 22 Major Arcanas. The grey clouds personify misfortune that may befall anyone at any time. Upright Position: In a reading, the Tower card represents a catastrophe of unexpected nature - something that is bound to cause a lot of turmoil and upheaval. It suggests that the stability in the life of the subject may be at stake taking with it comfort and even confidence. It may also say that necessity will force the subject to break out of the comfort zone in search of something new. Reversed Position: Reversed, the card does not bring much of positivity. It says that if the subject thinks that the problem she/he has been facing are to be resolved, then that is just an illusion. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Minor Arcana – Three Batons The Three of Wands card shows a man standing on the top of a hill. His back is turned. There are three wands around him that are firmly planted on the ground. The man is holding one of the wands and is looking far away towards the distant horizons. The three wands that are planted on earth shows the man's commitment to the future and that he is down to earth and knows of all the pros and cons. That he holds a wand also implies that he is firmly rooted to his ground. He sees things from an altitude and as such he can foresee what lies ahead and is well aware of all the impending challenges and as well as the opportunities. Upright Position: This card indicates that the ideas and creativity that were so long in the mind of the seeker are soon to take a tangible form, thanks to the practical mind and detailed planning. All that the subject was aspiring for are well under way towards the finishing line and even more opportunities are expected to come in the way. Motivation and persistence would be the key to the steady progression. The card also indicates expansion - of knowledge in the form of higher education, of vision, and may also indicate an impending travel plan. Reversed Position: Reversed, this card indicates trouble in materializing a plan. The subject may have embarked upon a journey, but the chances of it being a fulfilling one is minimal. It may also indicate short sighted planning and obstruction in travel plans. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Minor Arcana – Three Swords The Three of Swords card depicts a single red heart floating midway in the air. The heart has been pierced with three swords – the blades cut through the top and penetrate at the bottom. The background matches the somberness of the situation as it portrays a grey sky full of dark clouds. Sleets can be seen to be falling from the clouds, but where they would land is uncertain from the picture. Among the three swords that pierce the heart, two are seen on the either side forming an ‘X’ and the third one stabs straight down vertically. The symbol of heart represents emotion, beauty and feelings, while the swords simply batter those. Upright Position: This card in a reading is all about grief, sadness and resentment. In a relationship it can indicate breakup or betrayal. It can even refer to bottled up anger and resentment. It may also imply harsh words that are directed towards the subject. Sometimes this card may also warn about an accident or an injury. Overall this card is about injury – it may be a bodily one or an emotional one. Reversed Position: When reversed, this card talks about lingering pain and anger. It may suggest that the subject is not being able to overcome a grief that she/he has recently experienced. In a relationship, it may mean that the person is continuing with an unhappy bonding which is causing a lot of emotional strain. Overall, it is about a vexed feeling in the heart, loneliness and state of confusion. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Minor Arcana – Three Cups The Three of Cups card is all about celebrating the accomplishments of life. Even the background is of a bright blue sky. The card depicts three young maidens who are seen to be dancing in a circle. They are connected by their arms. This signifies how deeply the ladies are connected emotionally with one another - it depicts the strength of their bond of friendship. Each of them holds a golden cup in their hand. Their demeanor is of joy and happiness. Their arms are raised as if to toast an accomplishment. Each woman wears a wreath of laurel on head - which further accentuates the victory factor and establishes triumph of some kind. The wreath is also a symbol of protection, peace and purity - a sign that the blessing of Heaven is upon them. The ground where they stand is covered with fruits and flowers. The fruits symbolize abundance; while the flowers are reminder of good days and gently make one conscious of the beauty of the Universe. Upright Position: According to numerology, the Number Three is related to fertility and creativity. Traditionally the card says that a matter has been concluded successfully and now it is time to celebrate. It signals that the subject is entering a very sociable phase of life. The card also represents harmony in friendship and relationship. Reversed Position: Reversed, the card indicates overindulgence. It may also suggest isolation from friends and social circle. It may also indicate that the subject is entering a phase where creativity would elude her/him. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Minor Arcana – Three Coins The Three of Pentacles (Coins) portrays a beautiful background of a cathedral with handsome archway and carvings. A young mason is seen to be at work. The young man stands on a bench. On the arch above are seen three pentacles in the form of decorative sculpture. Beside the man stand two missionaries. Evidently the man is discussing about his work with the missionaries. Although the missionaries are more important in rank and profile compared to the young man, they seem to be paying heed to the opinion of the man due to his skill-set and expert knowledge. Upright Position: This card represents a very down to earth approach – the subject is bound to accomplish the tasks at hand through skill, hard work and willingness to learn. It also implies order and method in any action. In a reading it may imply a stable employment and recognition of hard work. The card also suggests that the seeker has the sensibility to stop and listen to good advices that are meant for the betterment. The card also symbolizes creativity and teamwork. Reversed Position: Reversed, the card may suggest that appropriate effort is perhaps missing from a job leading to unsatisfactory result – improvisation is the savior here. It may also indicate that a person’s hard work and dedication is going unnoticed by her/his superiors and peers. A lack of teamwork may also be indicated where an environment of unhealthy competition thrives. Overall, this card talks about lack of creativity and also lack of opportunity to get into the limelight. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Minor Arcana – Ten Batons The Ten of Wands card portrays a man walking towards a nearby town. The man is shown to carry a very heavy bundle of wands or stick. These represent the fruits of his labor. The man seems to be overburdened with the weight of his excess baggage. However, he is also aware of the fact that the town he is heading towards is not far away. Summed up the card tries to portray the story of a man who has worked hard and finished reaping his harvest. Now he is struggling to enjoy the fruits of his labor by trying to bring it to the local market for consumption. The element associated with this card is Fire. Upright Position: There are two perspectives from which the interpretations of this card are viewed. One part of the assessment is that the subject is being overburdened with work - the source of oppression being some outside factor. The card signifies that the subject is over stressed and too exhausted by the burden that she/he has been thrust upon. There is much more in the plate than the person can handle. The finishing line is nearing; however, it is difficult to ascertain if it can be reached under this much of strain. The key here is to prioritize and manage the time accordingly leaving some breathing space. The other way of looking at this is that the person has completed a cycle of action - of hard work and labor. Now it is time to reap rewards of all the efforts. The subject is believed to be nearing the finish line. However, the subject is also being aware of the responsibilities that he has to carry on for ongoing success. Reversed Position: Reversed this card indicates that the subject is trying to evade responsibilities. It may also indicate broken promised, unexpected bad news and overwhelming efforts that do not lead to satisfactory results. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Minor Arcana – Ten Swords On The Ten of Swords cards, a man is seen to be lying face down on the ground. There is sea just beside him and a mountain range can be seen at a distance. The top of the man is unclothed, while the bottom of the man is draped with a red colored cloth. There are ten long double edged swords stabbed on his back. The sky above the man is black. There is a general feeling of sorrow, pain and loss. It seems that the person has been hit with severe misfortune and is going through a very negative phase in his life. However, there are signs that signal positivity too. The sea before him is calm and shows no sign of turbulence at all. There is a hint of rising sun that can be seen between the mountains. This indicates that the darkness of night will soon be over and there would be a new dawn bringing fresh new hopes of turning a new leaf and accomplishing what the heart desires. Upright Position: This card is all about being victimized by fate and circumstances. The card is often known as “the card of endings”. It indicates that there has been a sudden loss – it may be in any segment of a person’s life. Some people also depict that the card warns of physical injury. The card also warns of betrayal and conspiracies by friends. However, the card also signals that it is time to take the situation to your stride and move forward to experience new and happier things. Reversed Position: Reversed, this card brings news of hope and positivity. There is a point in life from where things simply cannot go wrong anymore. It is then that things have to start getting better and brighter. In a reading the card may bring news of a sudden financial gain or an unexpected act of kindness from someone. However, the gains indicated are of temporary nature. The card, when reversed, actually says that life is full of ups and downs. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Minor Arcana – Ten Cups The Ten of Cups portrays an idyllic background of bright blue sky, lush greenery and a meandering river that set the stage for a loving couple to showcase their feeling of fulfillment and contentment. The card is a symbolic representation of true union of everlasting love. The card shows the couple standing cozy and comfortable with children playing at their side. They are near their home that is surrounded by a beautiful garden. These symbolize that the couple have had their wish granted - of a stable and comfortable home, children and so on. The lush greenery also indicates fertility, while the river symbolizes free flow of emotions. There is a rainbow of cups overhead that is representative of blessings from the heaven above and also of abundance. Rainbow is also an indication that tough times are over and glorious days are ahead. The whole idea is to portray achievement, true love and God's choicest blessings. Upright Position: In a reading this card brings news of achievement and fulfillment. The card stresses particularly on the emotional aspects of life and also on home and family life. It predicts peace and harmony in those sectors. It may also indicate beginning of a new relationship. It also reinstates your faith on your value system. Reversed Position: Reversed, the card is about alienation and discontentment - of emotional imbalance. The card may also indicate that personal principles are getting maligned. It may also suggest that the subject is ignoring family and relationship in pursuit of worldly pleasures. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Minor Arcana – Ten Coins The Ten of Pentacles represents culmination and supreme fulfillment. The card portrays an aged male person sitting comfortably just outside an archway that seems to lead to a town. He is perhaps the patriarch of a family. The person wears a rich robe that is beautifully adorned with motifs of grapevines, crescent moons etc – a balance is shown between material gains and spiritual attainment. There is a couple standing under the archway – they are laughing projecting an overall jovial mood. Behind the couple is a young boy who is seen to be playfully engaged with a dog. The whole scenario basks is the glory of happiness – like a united and happy family. The old man can rest happily to enjoy the fruits of his lifelong toil as he sees happiness enveloping the younger generation. The man has achieved a lot in his lifetime and is now satisfied that his deeds have proved to be fruitful and would continue to be gainful to others even when he is gone. Upright Position: This card is all about accomplishment, fulfillment and reaping rewards. No matter how much a person may have had to struggle in the course of life, she/he has attained treasures that are permanent in nature. These gems of life can even be passed down to the future generations. The card is about bonding with family and to ensure security and comfort. It may also indicate an upcoming inheritance. Reversed Position: Reversed, the card may indicate trouble in the family. There may be either no inheritance or fight over property matters. There is also possibility of debt and unpaid taxes. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons
Tarot Cards (Major Arcana) – Temperance The Temperance card is ruled by astrological sign Sagittarius that teaches truth, beauty, enthusiasm and tolerance. The card is represented by a winged angel who stands with one foot on dry land and the other in the water. The dry land represents the material world while the water stands for the subconscious, meaning that there should be a proper balance between the two. It also is suggestive of the fact that everyone should look before they leap. The whimsy of the human mind should be tamed. The angel is also a hermaphrodite (the child of Hermes and Aphrodite), showing a balance between the genders is essential for the well being of the society. On her robe, there is a triangle enveloped in a square that represents the natural law that protects the female entity. She is seen here to be holding two cups that she uses to mix water, the cups are respectively human super conscious and sub conscious. The temperate mixes the opposites of life to find equilibrium in the middle path. Reversed Position: Upright Position: In a reading, this card indicates that anything should be used in moderation if one aims to achieve comfort and stability in life. This also indicates that the subject is spiritually inclined. Also, that the person would be able to handle any volatile situation and mould it towards a positive ending. Reversed Position: When reversed, this card symbolized disharmony and over indulgence. It says that the seeker has a lack of self control and foresight. It may also indicate conflict. Tarot Tarot Horoscope Tarot Card Decks Tarot Card Meanings Major Arcana Chariot Death Devil Emperor Empress Fool Hanged Man Hermit Judgment Justice Lover(s) Bateleur (‘Magician’) Moon Pope (‘Hierophant’) Popess (‘High Priestess’) Star Strength Sun Temperance Maison Dieu (‘Tower’) Wheel of Fortune World Minor Arcana Ace of Coins Ace of Cups Ace of Swords Ace of Batons Eight Coins Eight Cups Eight Swords Eight Batons Five Coins Five Cups Five Swords Five Batons Four Coins Four Cups Four Swords Four Batons King of Coins King of Cups King of Swords King of Batons Knight of Coins Knight of Cups Knight of Swords Knight of Batons Nine Coins Nine Cups Nine Swords Nine Batons Queen of Coins Queen of Cups Queen of Swords Queen of Batons Seven Coins Seven Cups Seven Swords Seven Batons Six Coins Six Cups Six Swords Six Batons Ten Coins Ten Cups Ten Swords Ten Batons Three Coins Three Cups Three Swords Three Batons Two Coins Two Cups Two Swords Two Batons Valet of Coins Valet of Cups Valet of Swords Valet of Batons