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WELCOME
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My name is Biddy and I am a certiﬁed professional Tarot reader with
ﬁfteen years’ experience, providing thousands of clients worldwide with
insight and guidance on relationships, career, personal development and
other important life matters. Drawing on my experience as a professional
Tarot reader, I am here to help you understand everything you need to
know to about the Tarot cards so that you can read the Tarot cards like an
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome ................................................................................................................................. 2
How to Use The Ultimate Guide ............................................................................................... 6
Bonus Chapters 1-3: Numerology, Reversals and Card Combinations ....................................... 8
1. Tarot and Numerology ............................................................................................................................ 8
2. Reading with Reversed Tarot Cards ...................................................................................................... 10
3. Tarot Card Combinations ...................................................................................................................... 13
The Major Arcana ...................................................................................................................15
Overview ............................................................................................................................
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Quick Reference Chart: Major Arcana Keywords ......................................................
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Judgem nt ................................................................................................................................................. 98
World ...................................................................................................................................................... 102
The Minor Arcana .................................................................................................................106
The Suit of Cups ....................................................................................................................107
Quick Reference Chart: Suit of Cups Keywords....................................................................................... 108
Ace of Cups.............................................................................................................................................. 109
Two of Cups ............................................................................................................................................. 113
Three of Cups .......................................................................................................................................... 117
Four of Cups ............................................................................................................................................ 121
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Five of Cups ............................................................................................................................................. 125
Six of Cups ............................................................................................................................................... 128
Seven of Cups .......................................................................................................................................... 132
Eight of Cups ........................................................................................................................................... 136
Nine of Cups ............................................................................................................................................ 139
Ten of Cups.............................................................................................................................................. 143
Page of Cups ............................................................................................................................................ 147
Knight of Cups ......................................................................................................................................... 151
Queen of Cups ......................................................................................................................................... 154
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Quick Reference Chart: Suit of Pentacles Keywords .................................................................. .......... 164
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Three of Sw rds ...................................................................................................................................... 228
Four of Swords ........................................................................................................................................ 232
Five of Swords ......................................................................................................................................... 236
Six of Swords ........................................................................................................................................... 240
Seven of Swords ...................................................................................................................................... 244
Eight of Swords ....................................................................................................................................... 248
Nine of Swords ........................................................................................................................................ 251
Ten of Swords.......................................................................................................................................... 255
Page of Swords ........................................................................................................................................ 259
Knight of Swords ..................................................................................................................................... 263
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Queen of Swords ..................................................................................................................................... 267
King of Swords ......................................................................................................................................... 270
The Suit of Wands .................................................................................................................274
Quick Reference Chart: Suit of Wands Keywords ................................................................................... 275
Ace of Wands .......................................................................................................................................... 276
Two of Wands ......................................................................................................................................... 279
Three of Wands ....................................................................................................................................... 282
Four of Wands ......................................................................................................................................... 286
Five of Wands .......................................................................................................................................... 289
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Bonus Chapters 4-7: Top 10 Love/Career/Travel Cards and 25 Easy 3-Card Spreads .............. 326
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Appendix 1: Quick Reference C a ts .....................................................................................330
Quick Reference Chart: Maj
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Chart: Suit of Wands Keywords ................................................................................... 334
A F al W rd From Biddy ......................................................................................................335
The Learning Cycle Never Ends ............................................................................................................... 335
Develop Your Own Tarot Card Meanings ................................................................................................ 335
Don’t Give Up .......................................................................................................................................... 335
Practice, Practice, Practice ...................................................................................................................... 335
Believe in Yourself ................................................................................................................................... 336
Stay Connected ....................................................................................................................................... 336
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HOW TO USE THE ULTIMATE GUIDE
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Life is meant to be simple. So, to help you make your life simple, please take the next couple of
minutes to read my tips on how to make the most of The Ultimate Guide to Tarot Card Meanings.
First and foremost, this eBook is called a Guide because its purpose is just that – to guide you. It
provides detailed and comprehensive Tarot card meanings, along with ideas on how to apply these
to various types of readings. However, Tarot cards will often take on diﬀerent meanings depending
on the connection between you, the client and the cards that is unique to that moment in time. As
one reader, Tara Michelucci, noted, “Each reading is like a snowﬂake - a snapshot in time and
space.” Therefore, this Guide is not intended as the ‘be all and end all’ of Tarot card meanings. It is,
erpret the cards, and is intended to inspire
however, a very comprehensive guide to help you to interpret
you to further develop your own Tarot card meanings as you continue
nue your Tarot prac ce and
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The Guide draws upon the Rider Waite
Tarot deck. I selected this particular deck
as it is well-known and commonly used. If
you prefer to use a diﬀerent Tarot deck,
you can still beneﬁt from The Guide’s Tarot
card meanings but you will need to take
into account the diﬀerent imagery and
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symbolism associated with your selected
deck and incorporate this into your
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through to Tarot experts. It can be used as
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a reference guide as you practice
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individual Tarot card.
You can easily navigate t s Book sing either the Table of Contents within the document or the
Bookmarks on thee side p nel o Ad be Reader. Simply click on your selected page or card in the
Table of Contents or Boo mar ection
ection to be automatically taken to where you want to go.
For each of t 78 Tarot rds, The Guide presents:
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Releva t q ot s to enhance your general understanding of the card.
descriptions to delve deeper into the symbolism behind the card.
Images nd detailed descrip
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rehensive upright and reversed meanings.
readings, such as love and relationships, career
Spec ﬁ
ﬁcc meanings for common types of readings
ﬁnances, spirituality, personality, health and well-being. Use these meanings for
a d ﬁna
speciﬁc ttypes of readings (e.g. a relationship reading), or for speciﬁc positions within a
reading (e.g. use the Personality meaning for the position, “Who is my ideal partner?”).
Tarot card combinations and their possible meanings. Read more about creating your
own Tarot card combinations in Bonus Chapter 3.
Additionally, The Guide provides summary overviews and keyword reference charts for the
Major and Minor Arcana (including each Minor Arcana suit). The quick reference charts can also be
found in Appendix 1 for easy access to the keywords for all 78 cards.
You may be interested in The Ultimate Guide to Tarot Card Meanings Companion Workbook that
provides you with the space and structure to create your very own Ultimate Guide. Visit
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Finally, The Ultimate Guide to Tarot Card Meanings includes 7 Bonus Chapters. Chapters 1 to 3
at the beginning of the eBook provide information on how to interpret the cards, including
numerology, reversals and Tarot card combinations. Chapters 4 to 7 at the end of the eBook provide
ideas for applying your Tarot knowledge by outlining the Top 10 cards for love, career and travel,
and 25 easy three-card Tarot spreads.
For even more eBooks and resources for learning Tarot, stay tuned at www.biddytarot.com as
these become available.
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BONUS CHAPTERS 1-3: NUMEROLOGY, REVERSALS AND
CARD COMBINATIONS
1. Tarot and Numerology
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Every card in a Tarot deck has a numerological association.
These numbers are based on the principles of numerology and
represent a material and spiritual evolutionary process that begins
with the number 1 and ends with the number 9.
For the Pip Cards in the Minor Arcana (i.e. those cards from Ace
to 10 in each of the four Suits), this is relatively straight-forward.
Aces are associated with 1, and then each card is numbered 2 to 10.
For the tens, you can either treat it as a 10 or as a 1 (1+0). Court
Cards do not typically have a numerological association.
In the Major Arcana, you may need to add the single digits together to eate the appropriate
numerological association. For example, the Wheel of Fortune is labelle 10. T find i associations
you would add 1+0=1. Its association is therefore 1.
Using Numerology in Tarot
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Numerology can be used to interpret a single card or a entire ading. Most traditional Tarot
card interpretations already take into account the numero gical ass ciation. For example, the Ace
of Wands is about new beginnings and determination, while e T n of Swords is about an ending.
For a complete Tarot reading, numerology can be sed to detect certain themes by interpreting how
many of each number appear in the reading. Fo example, the presence of three 4’s in a reading
indicates fruition or the manifestation of an idea a ng wi h a foundation where things can grow.
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The Meanings of Numbers in Tarot
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New beginnings, opportu y, po ential, drive, ideas, inspiration and aspiration. One deals with
that which is about to take fo m. Many 1s in a reading indicates that a situation is about to begin or
is in the early stages of v lopmen
Balance,
lance, duali a crossroad or choice, partnership, assimilation, sharing, receptivity, diplomacy,
gentle pe suasion, a plication, agreement and insight. Many twos in a reading indicate a waiting
period her the e will be partial success but more will be revealed later. It can also indicate a
reconciliation or eunion.
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Initial achievement of goals, growth, creativity, abundance, expression, communication and
friendships. The number 3 is the cementing factor of 1 and 2 and goes through to 4 to bring about
that which is desired and envisioned. Multiple 3s in a reading indicate group activities or situations
involving more than one person. They can also indicate delay but with the promise of future success.
Four
Structure, foundation, stability, stagnation, manifestation, practical application, formation,
concentration, organisation and planning. It is the result of a well-built foundation and proper
application. It is what comes as a result of desire and imagination (i.e. the energy of 1, 2 and 3).
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Many 4s in a reading indicate fruition or the manifestation of an idea along with a foundation where
things can grow.
Five
Instability, conflict, loss, opportunity for change, new cycle, change, expansion and recreation. In
a reading, many 5s indicate change, challenge and fluctuation. They also indicate material prosperity
but spiritual poverty if not properly balanced.
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Communication, problem-solving, cooperation, balance, relaxation, adjustment, harmony,
compassion, social consciousness, domesticity, love, care, comfort and concern. Many 6s in a
reading indicate adjustments in thoughts, attitudes or conditions. They also represent he ability to
transcend difficulties.
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Reflection, assessment, motives, spirituality, wisdom, perfect order, bser ation nvestigation,
meditation, discovery and knowledge. Seven represents faith – faith in the hings at cannot be
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seen but nevertheless exist. Through life experience, understanding h
faith in the unknown is attained. In a reading, many 7s indicate a perio of introspection or solitude.
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Movement, action, change, rebirth, regeneration, re-eva ti , capability, spiritual fortitude,
success, recognition, accomplishment and attainment. Eight is associated with power that springs
from within and enables one to accomplish tha which one sets out to do. Many 8s indicate a
positive change of mind or status.
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Fruition, attainment, bringing hing to a c clusion, completion, fulfilment, selflessness,
magnetism, idealism and giver of isdom or inspiration. Many 9s in a reading mean that situations
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Completion, end of a cy e and renewal. 10 can also become 1 (1+0 = 1) and therefore the tens
represent the same th s as the Aces but on a higher level. Many 10s in a reading can indicate
endings which will oon transform into new beginnings.
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2. Reading with Reversed Tarot Cards
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Since I began reading the Tarot professionally, I have always used reversed
Tarot cards. Tarot card reversals provide you with the opportunity to expand
and deepen the insight drawn from your readings. Take 78 Tarot cards, reverse a
random selection through your shuffling and suddenly you have doubled your
Tarot deck to 156 different messages that you can possibly draw from. It is easy
to see how reversed cards can add a whole new layer to your Tarot reading.
Reversed cards can be interpreted in many different ways and this is what
makes their usage in a reading even more interesting. It moves the reading into
a multidimensional space where there is light and shade, simplicities and
complexities, highs and lows. It allows you, as the reader, to offer our client a
balanced perspective that is targeted towards their specific situation, which will in turn help them to
make the right decisions about their path forward.
However, finding meaningful interpretations can be a challenge. Visit any of those free Tarot
reading websites and you will often find the descriptions of the reversed car s are peppered with
dramatic words and phrases such as ‘deceit’, ‘betrayal’, ‘divorce’ and ‘tri ery a d fr ud’. With these
interpretations, it is little wonder why people fear reversed cards and often hoose not to use them
at all. Thankfully, there is a lot more to reversed cards than these sit let o
To avoid anxiety-filled Tarot readings riddled with negati a d dra atic interpretations of
reversed cards, it is important to understand more about t e many ays in which the reversed cards
can be interpreted. In this way, you can effectively use reve ed Tar t cards to provide your clients
with deep insight, constructive feedback and advice and rene
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There are many methods of interpreting a reve ed Tarot card – I have listed eight of what I
believe are the most useful and common These methods can be applied generally to each card of
the Tarot deck.
Traditional Meanings
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When you first buy your a t dec it will usually come with a LWB (Little White Book). In this
book, you will find the t ditio al m anings of the Tarot cards, and if you are lucky, it will also
include the meanings of e r
sed cards. Traditional meanings are based on those originating in
France in the 170 and wer modified by later writers who used either the Etteilla- or Marseillesstyle decks. These mea gs read very similarly to those that you see on the free reading websites
mentioned above. o example, the Three of Wands reversed – “Ulterior motives. Distrust,
eacher , deceit In rrupter by misfortune. Reward for labours.”2 My advice is to use the
treacher
tradition l eani gs as a starting point. However, to create meaningful insight for your clients, you
will most likely need to draw on the other methods outlined in this post.
The Opposite of the Upright Card
This is perhaps one of the most common (and simple) ways of interpreting reversed Tarot cards
and involves simply taking the opposite of the upright meaning for that card. For example, the Ten of
Pentacles upright represents financial security, an established family home and a successful career.
The opposite of this is financial insecurity, a broken home or a job under threat due to restructuring.
What you do need to be careful of is that this method may favour more negative interpretations and
may needlessly emphasise fear and suspicion, rather than generating hope and faith. Look to the
other cards in the reading to help the client find their way out of a potentially challenging situation.
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Greer, M. (2002). "The Complete Book of Tarot Reversals". Minnesota: Llewellyn Publications
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The Energy of the Card is Increased or Decreased
In this method, the energy of the upright card is either
strengthened or weakened. For example, the Ten of Swords
upright signifies a painful ending, betrayal and being stabbed in
the back. If the energy is weakened, the reversed Ten of Swords
may indicate that a difficult period is over and the client is
beginning to heal from past wounds. If the energy is
strengthened, the client may be struggling to move on from a
difficult period and continues to feel hurt and betrayed. Knowing
whether the energy is increased or decreased will depend on the
surrounding cards, feedback from your client and your gut
instinct.
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A Need to Return to the Lesson of the Previous Card
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This method originates from Paul Fenton-Smith in his book "Mastering
Mastering e Tarot" and is
personally one of my favourites. It creates hope and a way forward for ents, nd is n easy way for
new Tarot readers to interpret reversed cards. The basic tenet is that the c nt h not learned the
upright meaning of the previous card and must therefore return to s
o efore they can move
forward. For example, the Two of Pentacles reversed indicates that in rder for the client to
effectively manage their financial commitments, they need o retu to t e Ace of Pentacles and
identify their financial goals and put into place appropriate plans to chieve those goals. When an
Ace appears reversed, you need to return to the Ten, and w n the ool appears reversed, you need
to return to the World. For the court cards, the Kin returns to the Knight and the Queen to the
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Blocked Energy
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The energy of the upright card s bl cked r epressed in some way. For example, the reversed
Six of Wands can suggest that a l k of elf-esteem and self-promotion is impacting your ability to be
successful. And the reversed ve of ups suggests that you are not allowing yourself to move on
from a disappointing situatio
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Reversed car s
indica e delays related to the card itself. For example, the reversed Eight of
Wands suggests th t plans which were once fast-moving are now coming to a standstill and you are
beginning to feel fr trated. The Wheel of Fortune reversed indicates that a project or major change
may fee imm
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Unconscio
Awareness
In readings where I ask the Tarot what lessons have been learned, I often interpret a reversed
card in this position as the client not yet being consciously aware of a particular lesson. In this sense,
the energy of the card remains in the subconscious and has not yet been revealed to the client.
“No”
In a yes/no reading, a reversed card may simply mean ‘no’.
Deciding Which Method to Use and When
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Exercise
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You are now armed with a number of different methods to use for interpreting reversed cards
but how do you select which method to use and when? Below are my tips to help you choose which
method to use:
Mentally agree to use one method only. Tell the Universe prior to a reading how you are
choosing to read reversals, e.g. “I am going to interpret all reversals in this reading as blockages.”
This way, the Universe will present your message to you through the most relevant cards, given that
you are interpreting them in a certain way.
Go with your gut instinct. Sometimes you just ‘know’ what the card refers to. Your intuition may
be guiding you towards a specific interpretation, or you may be drawn to a combination of
interpretations as listed above.
Look at the other cards in the reading. Look for themes across the different cards in the spread
you are using. For example, the Four of Cups reversed combined with the Hermit may ggest that
your client is spending too much time alone and shut off from the world around t
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hand, the Four of Cups reversed combined with the Nine of Cups reversed may indicate t t your
client has lost their connection with their inner selves and exterior opportu ities are also unfulfilling.
Experience. Sometimes, it really does just come down to experienc For e ampl , I know now
that whenever I see the Three of Cups reversed in a relationship reading, n e tim out of ten it
indicates that there is a third person involved and it is usually the c nt
hat third person. To
help you build your own experience, seek feedback from your clients t understand how the cards
are playing out in their lives. Do this not only during or dire ly afte he r ading but also a few
weeks or months later. Find out how a particular card cam to life fo your client and understand
what it looked and felt like. If you are still learning and not y read ng for others, use a Tarot Journal
to learn from your personal experiences of the rev rsed cards. By doing either of these two things,
you will be able to build a selection of ‘stories’ a ound each reversed card which you can then use in
future readings.
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Step 1: Randomly select a card rom your a ot deck. Apply each method to generate a variety of
reversed meanings for that card ou may like to use your Tarot Journal for this activity). Synthesise
your notes to form a concise erpr ation of the reversed card.
Step 2: Come up with thre d ferent scenarios which may relate to the reversed card. For
example, you select the o of Swo ds reversed. One scenario might be that you worked yourself
into the ground and did no allo yourself any time for rest or relaxation, and as a result, you ended
up sick and off w k r a we . Add these scenarios to your interpretation.
Step 3: For the next week, meditate on the energy of your selected reversed card and identify
real-life scenarios w ich occur during this week that exemplify the card. Again, take note of these
events yo Ta ot Journal.
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3. Tarot Card Combinations
When I was writing The Ultimate Guide to Tarot
Card Meanings, creating the various Tarot card
combinations was one of my favourite activities.
Combining Tarot cards enables you to see the
interactions between different cards in a way that
may strengthen a specific meaning, add some ‘light
and shade’ to a meaning, or give it a different
meaning altogether. It is an activity that can be enjoyed by Tarot beginners right through to Tarot
experts, adding a completely new dimension to the practice of Tarot reading. It helps the reader to
create a true ‘story’ from the cards and encourages a more integrated view of Tarot card reading.
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How to Create Your Own Tarot Card Combinations
Working with Tarot card combinations requires you to first select a pair or group of Ta ot cards
and then to develop the meaning and interpretation for those Tarot cards w en combined. Let’s
take a deeper look at how to do this.
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There are two main ways to select your Tarot card combi
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‘conscious’ selection of the cards.
A random draw means that you randomly select two or more ca ds from your deck and then
start working with the meaning associated with that grouping
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A ‘conscious’ selection means that you draw one T rot card from your deck, and then
consciously choose other Tarot cards that align w th your s lected card. Consider the general
meaning of the card you are studying, and ask your lf:
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 What other Tarot cards reinfo ce the card’s meaning?
 What other cards oppo
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 What other cards giv this ard a completely different meaning?
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Develop Meanings for the T ro Card Combinations
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Once you have selecte you air of Tarot cards, then you can begin to explore the various
interpretations f
se card Start with the following questions to help you to develop your Tarot
card combination mean ng
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What d these two cards mean together?
ow o the energies of these cards interact with one another?
 How do the cards reinforce or oppose each other?
Next, consider the following interactions:
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Suits – for example, how does a Cups card interact with a Pentacles card?
Minor / Major Arcana – how does a Minor Arcana card interact with a Major Arcana
card?
Numbers – for example, how does a Two interact with a Nine? (See the Bonus Chapter
on Tarot and Numerology for more insight into the significance of numbers in Tarot.)
Symbols – what symbols are common across the selected cards and what does this
signify?
People – how do the people featured on the cards interact with one another? For
example, is it a male and a female? Or is it a Page and a King? How would these people
‘talk’ with each other? Would they get along or would they compete with one another?
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You can add a further layer by looking at various Tarot card combinations in different contexts.
Randomly draw a pair of Tarot cards and then identify the various meanings or interactions for, say,
a relationship reading, a career reading, a spiritual reading, and so on.
You can also use these methods for both upright and reversed Tarot card combinations.
Take Note
Remember to keep note of the various Tarot card combinations for future reference, in a
journal, Tarot Workbook or notebook. When you do Tarot readings, you may like to look back at
your notes and use this to quickly identify the underlying ‘story’ in the reading. The reading itself
may also highlight further Tarot card combinations that you have not yet discovered.
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Overall, Tarot card combinations will facilitate more effective Tarot reading skills, abling you
to draw upon the various layers and interactions that exist within a Tarot reading Not nly will you
be able to interpret what each card means in a reading, you will be able to draw relation hips
between each card and create a much more comprehensive and insightful reading for your client.
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THE MAJOR ARCANA
Overview
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The Major Arcana (also known as the trump cards) form the foundation of the Tarot deck. They
comprise of twenty-one numbered cards and one unnumbered card (the Fool). They represent a
path to spiritual self-awareness and depict the various stages we encounter as we search for greater
meaning and understanding. Accordingly, they hold deeply meaningful lessons.
The Major Arcana represent the structure of human consciousness and hold the keys to life
lessons passed down through the ages. The imagery of the Major Arcana is filled with wisdom
relating to multiple cultures and esoteric traditions, including the Egyptian, Buddhist, Hindu, Sufi,
Hebrew and Christian religions. It is important to study these images and contemplate heir
messages. Look beyond the simple keywords and traditional meaning and seek out you own
personal meanings as the more you understand their symbolism, the deeper you will un erstand
what they represent.
In his book Pocket Guide to Tarot (1996), Alan Oken suggests that the tw nty-two Major Arcana
cards are like the mandalas of the Tarot. Mandalas are detailed images pa ted t canvas and
used as spiritual study and meditation aids by the Tibetans.
The Major Arcana cards can also represent Carl Jung’ss archetypes consistent, directing
nature
patterns of influence that are an inherent part of the collect ve un nsci us of our human nature.
se themes mark, portray and symbolise stages in our p che whe eby we aim to become
These
balanced and integrated individuals. Along this journey we count challenges, face adversity,
make difficult decisions and fight opposing forces. Each step of the way brings us closer to
enlightenment. This is often referred to as the journey of the Fool3.
When a Tarot reading is predominantly made p of M jor Arcana cards, you are experiencing
life-changing events that will have long-term effects Th re are important lessons that you must pay
attention to in order to progress further i your spiritual and personal quest.
If many of the Major Arcana ca ds a e re rs d, however, it indicates that you are not paying
attention to important life lesson and must return to the lesson of the previous card before moving
forward.
It is possible to conduct a ar reading using only the twenty-two Major Arcana. This method is
typically used for Tarot a ngs relating to spiritual self-awareness or where you require deep
insight from the collective ncon cious.
If you are interested in reading more about the journey of the Fool, I highly recommend Karen HamakerZondag’s book The Way of the Tarot: Jungian Approach for Deeper Insight into the Tarot (1998).
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Quick Reference Chart: Major Arcana Keywords
Tarot Card
Keywords
Tarot Card
Beginnings, innocence,
spontaneity, a free spirit
Fool
Justice
(Rx) Naivety, foolishness,
recklessness, risk-taking
Magician
Power, skill, concentration,
action, resourcefulness
Hanged Man Suspension, restriction,
letting go, sacrifice
(Rx) Martyrdom, indecision,
delay
Intuition, Higher powers,
mystery, subconscious mind
Temperance Ba nce, mod ration,
atien
(Rx) Domination, excessive
control, rigidity, inflexibility
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Religion, group identificatio
icatio ,
conformity, tradition,, beliefs
Tower
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Hierophant
Devil
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Authority, father-figure,
structure, solid foundation
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on, challenging
(Rx) Restriction,
the status quo
Lovers
Love, union, r la nship
values alig ment hoices
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ol, ill p wer, victory,
termination
ass tio
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Strength, courage, patience,
control, compassion
control
Moon
Soul-searching, introspection,
being alone, inner guidance
Sun
Good luck, karma, life cycles,
destiny, a turning point
(Rx) Bad luck, negative
external forces, out of control
Hope, spirituality, renewal,
inspiration, serenity
Illusion, fear, anxiety,
insecurity, subconscious
Fun, warmth, success,
positivity, vitality
(Rx) Temporary depression,
lack of success
Judgement
(Rx) Isolation, loneliness,
withdrawal
Wheel of
Fortune
Disaster, upheaval, sudden
change, revelation
(Rx) Release of fear,
unhappiness, confusion
(Rx) Weakness, self-doubt,
lack of self-discipline
Hermit
(Rx) Detachment, breaking
free, power reclaimed
(Rx) Lack of faith, despair,
discouragement
(Rx) La k of control and
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ion, aggression
S rength
Bondage, addiction,
sexuality, materialism
(Rx) Avoidance of disaster,
fear of change
(Rx) Dis armo imbalance,
misalig m nt of lues
Chariot
urpose, meaning
(R Imbalance
Imbalance, excess, lack
of long
long-term vision
(Rx) Creative block,
dependence on others
Emperor
(Rx) Resistance o change,
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Fertility, femininity, beauty,
nature, abundance
Endings, beg nings, change,
transformatio transition
Death
(Rx) Hidden agendas, need to
listen to inner voice
Empress
Justice, fairness, truth, cause
and effect, law
(Rx) Unfairness, lack of
accountability, dishonesty
(Rx) Manipulation, poor
planning, latent talents
High
Priestess
Keywords
Judgement, rebirth, inner
calling, absolution
(Rx) Self-doubt, refusal of
self-examination
World
Completion, integration,
accomplishment, travel
(Rx) Lack of completion, lack
of closure
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Fool
Keywords
Upright: Beginnings, innocence, spontaneity, a free spirit
Reversed: Naivety, foolishness, recklessness, risk-taking
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“There are two mistakes one can make along the road to truth...not
going all the way, and not starting.” – Buddha
“A
step.” – Lao
A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.
Tzu
“The
The knack of flying is learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss ” – D uglas Adams
(Author of The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy)
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The Fool is numbered 0, the number of unlimited potential, and does t act y have a specific
place in the sequence of the Tarot cards. The Fool can come either
h beg ning of the Major
Arcana or at the end. The Major Arcana is often considered as the Foo ’’ss journey through life and as
such, he is ever present and therefore needs no number.
The Fool is shown at the beginning of his journey with nlimited otential. The sun rising up
behind him represents the beginning of his journey. He is fac g no th-west, the direction of the
unknown. He is looking upwards, toward the sky, o Spirit. He is about to step off a cliff into the
material world but is he prepared? He has all th tools and resources he needs in the bag on his staff
but he hass not opened the bag yet. The white ros n his le t hand represents purity and innocence.
He has a guardian in the little white dog who will pro e him throughout his journey but who will
also push him to learn the lessons the Foo came here to learn. The mountains behind the Fool
represent the realms of Spirit that he h s jus left and will spend his life trying to regain.
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The Fool is a card of p en
new beginnings and innocence. This card shows the highest
potential for you
reachi g a state of renewal and new beginnings, where each day is an
adventure and ea h mo
t is lived to the fullest. It represents the beginning of all creativity and a
desire to a mplis new goals (or to, at least, start the process of working towards those goals).
This car indic s t t anything can happen and the opportunities are just waiting to be taken
advantag of.
The Foo presents the need to set forth on a new journey, one that is completely unknown and
will take you to uncharted territories. This is all about new experiences, personal growth,
development and adventure. The Fool asks you to take a ‘leap of faith’ and to trust in the Universe in
that if you begin a new journey, you will find success. This Fool lives a carefree life, free from worry
and anxiety. He does not seem to mind if he does not really know what lies ahead.
The Fool may represent a choice to be made—one of vital importance. However, there are
always many different options available and the choice must be made wisely. If you are facing a
decision or moment of doubt, the Fool encourages you to believe in yourself and follow your heart
no matter how crazy or foolish your impulses may seem. This is a time when you need to truly
‘believe’ and have faith in where the Universe is taking you.
This is an excellent card to meditate on if you are experiencing a lot of fear in your life. The Fool
enhances courage, risk-taking and the creative expression needed to open up new areas in your life.
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The Fool is always whole, healthy and without fear. He is the spirit of who we are, the spirit
expressed and experienced as wonder, awe, curiosity and anticipation. We never know what is in
the future but like the Fool we must blindly go forward. You need to trust that you are a spirit born
into flesh to enjoy life and grow in experience. Take a chance and see what happens.
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In the spirit of new beginnings, the Fool can often indicate the beginning of a new career path or
a new job. This is likely to be an area where you have little experience and you are very eager to
learn more as you go along. Imagine a graduate role or a change in your career direction where you
are starting with completely fresh eyes.
The Fool can also represent an entrepreneurial spirit. Filled with new ideas and possibilities, you
will be inspired to begin a new enterprise or business. If you have been thinking about eaving your
current job or taking a leave of absence, in time, you will. A word of caution, how ver ou may be
particularly susceptible to ‘get rich quick’ schemes that leave you high and dry, so make s re you do
your research before investing heavily.
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Someone represented by the Fool promises to be unforgettabl
v ional and
challenging. Their social or cultural background is likely to be very diff ent from your own, requiring
adjustments on both sides. Often the Fool symbolises a par ner wh is m ch older or younger than
you. Whatever the differences, this person can open your yes, show ng you a wider world than you
ever dreamed possible. His lust for life is undeniable, accomp nied y a hunger for knowledge and a
passion for ideas. Together you will discover the pl yful side of love, for this person loves to have fun
and longs to make you laugh. He may not hold down a steady job but will usually find the money to
buy amusing gifts for you or spring imaginative s p ises.
This card also represents someone who is a risk- ker, who is spontaneous and fun. He may be a
little immature at times and still very muc a boy at heart but he is exciting to know and has a
carefree energy about him. When you e wi h m, you feel a great sense of freedom and a sense
that you can do anything! He off s you a new lease on life and a totally new perspective on love and
what is possible. He is indeed free pirit and may not always make the best, most mature
decisions. He likes to take life as com s rather than think out the consequences of his actions and
take more calculated m s
The Fool can represen om ne who is naive, gullible, and even child-like in their way of
thinking. This is a d amer,’
amer,’ o e who lives in their own little happy world when it comes to the way
they perceive thin s. Simi ly, the Fool is often portrayed as a wild youth, dancing in ecstatic
abandonme at th edge of a precipice, ready to step off the edge.
Relation ips a d Love
The Fool often represents a new relationship when you are most definitely in the early stages of
getting to know each other and exploring the different facets of the relationship. You may be
somewhat afraid to really let go and explore the possibilities together but this nervousness and
initial fear urge you forward and entice you to find out more about where the relationship is
heading.
Alternatively, you may not be ready for a commitment yet, even though others may be pressing
you for one. You may be more attracted to the ‘bachelor’ lifestyle of being able to come and go as
you please and to explore many new and different relationships all at the same time. You are
seeking fun and spontaneity, rather than something more serious. This is fine but do not let your
desire for fun make you overlook ‘the real thing,’ or true, deep love, should it come your way now.
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If you are currently in a relationship, you may be starting to feel a strong desire to step out on
your own and explore new relationships. You may be on the verge of wanting to start your own new
journey but just do not know how to make it happen.
Spirituality
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In living life as the Fool, you have a more direct inner connection with Universal energies and
you feel the power of spirituality transformed into your everyday life. There is a sense of renewed
youthfulness and awareness of the gifts of life. In his quest for new experiences, the Fool can also
reflect a time when it feels as though you are experiencing life for the first time. You may be looking
at your environment from a completely new perspective, being intensely ‘present’ and opening
yourself up to the wonders of the world around you.
The Fool reflects that your desire to explore many different approaches to spiritua y in order to
see how they ‘fit’ with you. There is nothing wrong with this exploration, howeve be c eful not to
get too carried away with any one thing while you are still exploring different options.
The Fool can also indicate a powerful need to obtain deeper knowledg about spirituality,
although your friends and family may not understand where this is comi g fro Reg dless, you
have to do what is best for you.
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The Fool can indicate that you are more accident prone than m t, so be mindful not to engage
in high risk activities and to be more aware of the risks aro nd you. ou may be so caught up in the
beauty of nature, for example, that you forget to look where u a e going and trip over!
The Fool can also suggest that your health is v ry likely to be on the upswing. If you are having
health problems, you are likely to find the peop an resources you need to make headway toward
a full recovery. It may require you to take a differe app ach and perhaps even try a treatment
that is a little ‘out there’ or that has not een fully tes d. Positive thought is important and should
come fairly easily to you now.
Suggested Card Combinations
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Blind faith ( n posi ve sense) and a belief of new possibilities, transformation and
change
Fool + Judgement—
Judgement
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R bir h he dawning of a new possibility or personal transformation
Judgement—R
Fool + World One jour y is coming to an end, while a new journey is about to begin
Fool + Two of words Reluctance to take the first step or to take a calculated risk
Wands—Expanding horizons and entering new territories. Potential for travel
Fool Three of Wands
Reversed Tarot Card Meanings
Reversed, the Fool suggests that you may be acting in total disregard of the consequences of
your actions and indeed acting ‘the fool’. You are trying to live ‘in the moment’ rather than planning
ahead. You are acting recklessly, wanting to break free of the usual routine in order to ‘find yourself’
but doing it in a way that completely disregards others.
The Fool reversed cautions you about potentially being taken advantage of or entering into a
deal where you do not fully understand the consequences of your decisions. If you are offered an
opportunity that seems too good to be true then it probably is. It is really important that you do
almost a ‘due diligence’ on the opportunities presented to you to ensure that you are making the
right choice and not simply going with the most enticing offer at the time. Be prepared for the
challenges that lie ahead so that you are not taken by surprise. Do your research and make sure you
are well prepared for critical events, such as job interviews, applications, presentations and
meetings.
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In a career reading, the Fool reversed suggests that you do not want to be placed in a work
situation where you are completely out of your depth and have no clue what you are doing. You
want to feel at least competent that you know what you need to do and you most certainly do not
want to look like the fool or the ‘newbie’ on the block. Even if you have not been in the workforce
for a little while, you want to be respected for your experience to date and do not want to have to
start at square one again.
In a relationship reading, the Fool reversed can indicate that the nature of the relationship is
highly changeable and uncertain, with spontaneity taken to a whole new level. You may be unsure
about where the relationship is heading and whether you can safely depend on your partner. You
may both be risk-takers with little consideration for the long-term consequences of your actions.
This may bring with it excitement and suspense but also an underlying feeling of uncertainty and
insecurity.
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Fool reversed + Devil—Short-term thinking for personal gain but longe term detriment
Fool reversed + Six of Cups reversed—Naive
Naive and immature; reverti g to c ild-lik behaviour
Fool reversed + Page of Cups reversed—Naive
Naive yet hopeful that a nega e sit ation may turn
positive once again. You might be disappointed
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Magician
Keywords
Upright: Power, skill, concentration, action, resourcefulness
Reversed: Manipulation, poor planning, latent talents
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“Only one who devotes himself to a cause with his whole strength
and soul can be a true master. For this reason mastery demands all of a
person.” – Albert Einstein
Spiritual love is a position of standing with one hand xtended into
“Spiritual
the universe and one hand extended into the world, letting ourselves be a conduit for p sing
energy.” – Christina Baldwin (Author and seminar presenter)
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The Magician is associated with the planet, Mercury and carries with skill, ogi
ogi and intellect.
The number of the Magician is one, the number of beginnings. The Magician s the bridge between
the world of the spirit and the world of humanity. His right hand hol a staf ised toward the sky
and his left hand points to the earth. He takes the power of th
ivers and channels it through his
gician’ss ead is the symbol of eternity
gician’
own body and directs it to the physical plane. Above the M gician’s
and around his waist is a snake biting its own tail, another s mbol of eternity. His magical table holds
all four suits of the Tarot, each of which represents one of the
primordial elements of the
alchemists – earth, air, fire and water. These symbolise the appropriate use of mind, heart, body and
soul in the process of manifestation. The Magic n’s robe is white, symbolising the purity and
innocence found in the Fool but his cloak is red, re resen ng worldly experience and knowledge. In
the bed of flowers at his feet this duality is repeated
he mix of pure white lilies and thorny red
roses.
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The Magician typica a pe rs at a time in your life when you have the creative power and
energy to create a new life ycle or yourself. You have the ability to take the power of the Universe
and manifest you d ires. A s uation has been (or soon will be) presented to you that has all the
inherent compone ts to allow the manifestation of your desires. Those desires may be spiritual
(fire), phy ical (eart , emotional (water), or mental (air)
(air), and are each aligned with the four
elemen of t
aro . You have the ability to make it happen!
With the Ma ician, you are inspired to apply skill and initiative to accomplish all your goals. You
have a strong desire to begin something new, to ‘do, act, or go forth’. A ‘can-do’ attitude and strong
sense of optimism will dominate a new beginning and thus the decisions that you make will have
positive results.
The Magician sees you creating success in everything that you do. This is a card about
manifesting your goals by utilising the skills, tools and resources that are available to you. You will
come up with creative ways to solve problems and you will be able to use your existing knowledge
and networks to arrive at solutions.
The Magician is a good omen when you have a specific wish, when you begin a project involving
creativity, or when you need to make a transformation of any kind. This is a great card for
meditation when you need to call all the elements for help and wisdom.
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The Magician indicates that you can benefit from your creative forces if you can claim your
power and act with awareness and concentration. This card is a signal to act consciously and act now
provided you understand exactly what you want and are committed to getting it. You need to know
what you are doing and why you are doing it. Be clear about your underlying motives and intentions.
This is also a card of deep concentration on a specific task or activity. You need to be focused on
a single goal or purpose at this time and you need to channel all of your energy, tools and resources
towards this one goal. Commitment to the task is essential and as such, you will need to eliminate
any distractions that will take your focus away from what you want to achieve.
The Magician shows that you are doing a great job at pulling together all of the skills, resources
and tools that are available to you in order to bring about an outcome that suits you. You are
keeping a very pragmatic head about you and you are trying to remain as objective and ‘can-do’ as
possible, even if you are worried on the inside. Keep this up as it will help you to creat as much
success as possible. Keep thinking about what other skills and resources you can u e an keep
focused on the task at hand.
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In a career or work reading, the Magician shows that you are ‘in
in your e men and you are
successfully accomplishing the key objectives for your role. You ar
ma er at what you do
and you can successfully draw upon all of your tools, resources netwo ks and personal knowledge
to get the job done. Expect to be receiving a lot of positive f edba esp cially around the way you
accomplish your goals at work.
dayThis card also shows that you are successfully utilising an appl ing your skills in your day-to-day
work. Employees often feel under-utilised in what hey do but this is one card that shows you are
feeling engaged and energised by the activities ou ar involved in at work.
In terms of possible career paths, the Magicia as th illusionist) can display great manual
dexterity. When the Magician is combin d with the C riot, it may indicate a skilled auto mechanic;
with the Ace of Swords, someone who enj ys fenci g or a neurosurgeon; with the Three of Swords,
a heart surgeon. More broadly, th Mag cian a reflect a project manager or general manager who
must draw upon all of the resour s available to get the job done.
Financially, the Magician ggest hat something will appear that will allow you to make more
money, whether this is an ide a hance to do some work on the side or even a new position.
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When you ne d to ake things happen, turn to the Magician. He knows how to use all the tools
at his disposal in o de to come up with clever plans no one else would think of. This strong-willed
individu rises to fa e any challenge head-on. A healthy mind is far more important to this person
than a h alt y bo y.
The Magicia represents someone who has the skills and resources to manifest their dreams. He
is a successful figure as he draws on whatever is available to him to bring about ‘real’ outcomes.
Perhaps if there is one area of development, it would be ensuring that his dreams can be made a
reality, through careful goal-setting and action planning. This individual needs to be clear on what it
is that will excite them, inspire them and bring about a sense of fun in their life.
Relationships and Love
In a relationship reading, the Magician reflects that you are both focused on making the most of
the relationship and improving it where necessary. You are both keen to apply your knowledge and
skills from previous relationships to your current relationship in order to make it work. You are also
coming from a pragmatic way of thinking and will do whatever it takes to make the relationship a
success.
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If looking for love, the Magician advises you to consider all of the tools and resources available
to you right now that will help you on your journey. For example, you may consider internet dating,
drawing upon your network of friends, or starting a new hobby to meet someone. This is about
keeping an optimistic and ‘can-do’ attitude in order to manifest your goals.
Spirituality
Spiritually, the Magician sees you taking Universal knowledge and power, applying them to your
material world. You are keen to create a link between the spirit, the mind and the body, without
creating an over-emphasis on any of these three elements. You are in a grounded, centred frame of
mind and are keen to actually practice your spiritual knowledge and beliefs, rather than to just
contemplate or meditate upon spirituality as a concept.
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If you are experiencing health issues, the Magician sees you considering all of your op ions and
choosing the best path for treatment. You are action-oriented and focused on reaching a solution to
any health issue that you may be experiencing. You are willing to try many dif rent tr atments or
visit many different specialists, so long as you finally resolve your issue.
In terms of your wellbeing, you remain optimistic and you feel
c deal with any
obstacle or challenge that stands in your way.
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purpose
Magician + Six of Pentacles – Skilled volunt ering or setting up a new charity organisation
Magician + Eight of Pentacles – Incredible focu and concentration, especially at work or in your
studies
Magician + Eight of Wands – Sw
ctio lea ng to successful results
Reversed Tarot Card Meaning
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Reversed, the Magician c n dica greed, deceit, manipulation and using one
one’s skill and ability
for negative ends. It can flect ric ry and cunning, untrustworthiness and mental confusion.
The reversed Magician may present your typical used-car salesman. He uses his charm and his
power in a manip
ive man er to convince you of his point of view. Always be careful of this type
type.
Make sure you kn w w a ou are buying into rather than being swept away by the excitement he
generates
The Magi
reversed often suggests that you may be out of touch with reality and struggling to
bring yourself ba k down to earth. There may be confusion, impatience and lack of a clear plan. You
need to retu to the lesson of the Fool and free yourself from the current situation in order to give
yourself some perspective and reassess the situation. Ask yourself, where am I focusing my energy?
Are my objectives clear? What skills and abilities are needed in this situation? How am I
communicating with others? What do I want others to believe or see about me?
The Magician reversed shows that you have a lot of skills, talents and abilities that are not being
utilised at the moment and you feel as if your true potential is not being maximised. You may be
feeling that you have so much more to give, that there are skills or talents that you have gained over
the years that you are not using right now. There is something that you know you are very good at
but you have not allowed yourself the opportunity to really nurture and explore this skill. You will
already know what these talents are, so ask yourself, “Why am I not putting these talents to good
use? What is getting in the way of drawing upon my skills and abilities and reaching my full
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potential? What needs to change in order to be the best person I can be?” You will need to find
opportunities where you can tap into this unused skill and bring it into the conscious mind.
Similarly, the Magician reversed in a spiritual reading suggests that you have a particular skill or
talent that could help your spiritual journey but you are not yet using this skill. For example, you may
be studying the Tarot and reading for friends and family but what you do not realise is that you have
a real talent for reading Tarot and could be reading professionally for a much wider audience. If you
were to expand your Tarot reading, you may find that it also has benefits for your own spiritual
journey. You may also be keen to pursue new spiritual interests, particularly if your current path is
not fully meeting your needs. Be open to change and know that it is ok to build up a ‘portfolio’ of
different spiritual beliefs and skills.
Suggested Card Combinations
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Magician reversed + High Priestess reversed – Misuse of higher knowledge a d po er
Magician reversed + Devil – Using your personal power to manipulate others
Magician reversed + Seven of Swords – Untrustworthy person who is o ly out for personal gain
Magician reversed + Eight of Swords – Trapped in a negative way of inkin an unable to
progress forward
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