Major Arcana Tarot Card Meanings
The Major Arcana tell the story of the Fool’s journey from innocence to wholeness. When they appear in a reading, they point to significant lessons and forces that are bigger than everyday events.
A reading with many Major Arcana cards suggests an important chapter of your life.
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- Cards
- 22, numbered 0 to 21
- Theme
- Life lessons, destiny and turning points
The FoolUpright New beginnings, spontaneity, adventure
The MagicianUpright Manifestation, skill, self-confidence
The High PriestessUpright Intuition, secrets, mystery
The EmpressUpright Nurturing, abundance, creativity
The EmperorUpright Authority, structure, stability
The HierophantUpright Tradition, conformity, mentorship
The LoversUpright Love, harmony, choices
The ChariotUpright Control, determination, success
StrengthUpright Inner strength, courage, compassion
The HermitUpright Solitude, introspection, wisdom
Wheel of FortuneUpright Cycles, fate, changes
JusticeUpright Balance, fairness, truth
The Hanged ManUpright Surrender, sacrifice, letting go
DeathUpright Transformation, change, rebirth
TemperanceUpright Balance, harmony, moderation
The DevilUpright Materialism, addiction, temptation
The TowerUpright Sudden upheaval, chaos, revelation
The StarUpright Hope, inspiration, clarity
The MoonUpright Intuition, mystery, illusion
The SunUpright Vitality, success, happiness
JudgmentUpright Rebirth, renewal, awakening
The WorldUpright Completion, fulfillment, wholeness
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The Major Arcana tell the story of the Fool’s journey from innocence to wholeness. When they appear in a reading, they point to significant lessons and forces that are bigger than everyday events.
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