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GUIDE TO TAROT CARDS

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GUIDE TO TAROT CARDSINTRODUCTIONPAGE 03THE MAJOR ARCANA IN TAROTPAGE 05THE MINOR ARCANAPAGE 28CUPSPAGE 30WANDSPAGE 45SWORDSPAGE 60PENTACLESPAGE 75

INTRODUCTIONThis guide provides a simple explanationof the meaning of each card in the classicTarot deck. However, reading cards is notjust about explaining meaning butinterpreting that meaning in the contextof your life. That’s a gift that all of our7th Sense readers possess – otherwise,they wouldn’t be 7th Sense readers.

The composition of the Tarot deckThere are 3 parts to a Tarot Card deck:The Major Arcana Tarot card meaningsconnect to laws of the UniverseThe Tarot archetypes represented in the MajorArcana (group of cards) are pictures that representlife and the stages and experiences we all go through.The Minor Arcana Tarot card meaningsreveal events that naturally occur dueto laws of human natureMinor cards describe the people, events, feelings andcircumstances we encounter on our personal journey.They represent events that are withinthe control of the individual and indicatehow you do something.The Court CardsThese are contained within the Minor Arcana.The Page, Knight, Queen and King act as a bridgebetween the Major and Minor Arcana by describingvarious archetypal personality types.

THE MAJOR ARCANAThe Major Arcana in Tarot (22 Cards)The Major Arcana are in some ways the mostimportant cards in the Tarot deck.A high number of Major Arcana cards in a spreadindicates that it is now a time of high importancefor the questioner.THE FOOL THE MAGICIANTHE EMPRESS THE EMPERORTHE HIGH PRIESTESS THE HIEROPHANTTHE LOVERS CHARIOTJUSTICE TEMPERANCESTRENGTH THE HERMITTHE WHEEL OF FORTUNETHE HANGED MANDEATH THE DEVILTHE TOWER THE STARTHE MOON THE SUNJUDGEMENT THE WORLD

MAJOR ARCANATHE FOOLA new phase of life begins, a risk must be taken,a need to abandon the old and start something new.New experiences, personal growth,development. The discovery of talents.7

MAJOR ARCANATHE MAGICIANA person or possibilities. New skills are available,potential is growing, opportunitiesand adventures unfolding.Success in everything by utilising the skills,tools and resources that are available.8

MAJOR ARCANATHE EMPRESSThe Mother of fertility and growth.New things about to enter a situation,there may be a birth coming or a new path in life.Marriage / Relationship / Pregnancy / Patience /Motherhood.9

MAJOR ARCANATHE EMPERORA need to make something solid, to solidifyan idea, to build something with a firm structure.Authority / Control / Dominance. Man of power, anemployer or a domineering male.10

MAJOR ARCANATHE HIGH PRIESTESSA time for reflection, allowing secretsto be revealed, showing potential abundanceas yet unfulfilled. Pay attention to your dreamsand intuition. Where the magician is all aboutpossibilities, the High Priestess is all abouttruly understanding those possibilities.11

MAJOR ARCANATHE HIEROPHANTNeed for spiritual purpose, the searchfor a personal philosophy. Increased studying andlearning. Humility/Teaching/Getting through deeplyfrightening and difficult situations.This card can sometimes suggest marriageor a serious turn towards religion.12

MAJOR ARCANATHE LOVERSA love affair with a trial or choice attached.This card indicates that these decisions or choicesare incredibly important and significant so it isessential that you choose the right path. Truepartnership. The card is all about choices, intuitivelyrather than by the use of intellect.13

MAJOR ARCANACHARIOTConflict within / Struggles and battles / Potentialfor victory / Resolution of quarrels / Moving forward/ Overcoming opposition through confidence /Controland Determination / Trip.14

MAJOR ARCANAJUSTICENeed for clarity of mind, impartial judgementand a balanced intellect. Legal matters needingattention (marriage license, divorce decree, financialarrangement). The fairest decisionwill be made. You are being called to accountfor your actions and will be judged accordingly.15

MAJOR ARCANATEMPERANCE:Harmony within relationships.Happy marriage or partnership.Adaptation, coordination and temperingexternal influences.Balance / Patience / Moderation.16

MAJOR ARCANASTRENGTHFacing the things or the truth in a situation that youhave been putting off for too long. Overcoming yourfears.Courage / Inner Will / Optimism.17

MAJOR ARCANATHE HERMITA time for withdrawal, silent meditationand solitude. Patience is needed to confront one’sinner world. Could be someonewho likes to or needs to work alone.18

MAJOR ARCANATHE WHEEL OF FORTUNEChange in fortune, new beginnings,a new chapter in life starting. The Wheelmakes a new turn. Remain optimisticand have faith in the Universe thatit will take care of the situation.19

MAJOR ARCANATHE HANGED MANSacrifice must be made to gain somethingof greater value. It is all about waiting, in orderto allow new possibilities to arise. Vulnerability/ Selflessness / New Perspectives. A willingnessto adapt to changed circumstancesis the main theme of this card.20

MAJOR ARCANADEATHThe most misunderstood card in the deck.The end of something which has been livedout, transformation, new beginnings to follow.Death indicates a time of significant changeand transition.21

MAJOR ARCANATHE DEVILA confrontation with the inner world. Facingfears andinhibitions can foster growth. The Devil reflects actualaddictions and dependencies in your life, such asalcoholism, drug-taking, unhealthy relationships, overspending., etc. Breakingof habits and ceasing to dance to the devil’s tune.22

MAJOR ARCANATHE TOWERBreaking down existing forms, changing falsestructures and finding true values. Change aroundthe home or emotionally challenging periods - atime of great upheaval. It symbolizes conflict andoverall disruption of life, but for the greater good.It’s about facing things you have been reluctant23

MAJOR ARCANATHE STARto deal with. It could lead to good or bad things, butthis action needs to done.Fluctuation, uncertainty, confusion.24

MAJOR ARCANATHE MOONTime of passivity rather than action.The Moon is a card of psychic forces,so let go of your conscious mental blocksand allow your intuition to guide you.Optimism, time of passive action, energy25

MAJOR ARCANATHE SUNin abundance, a time of clear vision.It is about embracing your destiny and givingit everything you have got. Happiness / Success /Good health. This card relates to achievement,at work or through studies. Travel to a warmor tropical climate.Time for reaping rewards for past actions,26

MAJOR ARCANAJUDGEMENTand reaching conclusions. You have reviewed andevaluated your past experiences and have learnedfrom them. “Rebirth” or renewalof the self, changes to the better: getting well after along sickness, or finding a new careeror spiritual path.Success, achievement, attainment,27

MAJOR ARCANATHE WORLDthe realization of a goal or the completionof a cycle. This card can indicate world travel.Feeling of being welcome anywhere you go.28

THE MINOR ARCANAThe Minor Arcana (Including the Court CardsThe Minor Arcana: (covering preoccupations,activities and emotions) highlights the more practicalaspects of life and can refer to current issues thathave a temporary or minor influence.If a Tarot reading is predominantly made upof the Minor Arcana Tarot cards, you are dealing withissues which will not necessarily havinga lasting influence on your life.The Court Cards: Within the Minor Arcanaare the Court Cards - Page, Knight, Queenand King. These cards most often represent people:ourselves, our thoughts, peoplein our lives and personalities, a levelof maturity.They may relate to behaviour or situationsin some cases. PAGES conceive ideas, KNIGHTSact upon ideas, QUEENS nurture ideas and KINGSdevelop ideas to an established and stable state.

THE MINOR ARCANA SUITWhat the suit cards represent:CUPS -Feelings and EmotionsWANDS -Imagination and Creativityand work issuesSWORDS-Stresses and Worriesof Everyday LifePENTACLE -Body and MaterialNeeds and Finances

THE CUPS CARDSCUPSFeelings and Emotions

CUPSACE OF CUPSUpsurge of feelings and emotion,new relationships. Love affair,the birth of a child.32

CUPSTWO OF CUPSCommitment to romance, partnershipor friendship (early days, “blind love”).33

CUPSTHREE OF CUPSCelebration. A stage for rejoicing.The commitment to a future has been made.34

CUPSFOUR OF CUPSSelf-absorbed. Content with things as they are.Unwilling to be moved from this portion.35

CUPSFIVE OF CUPSRegret over past actions, loss or betrayal in love.Separation, but all is not lost.36

CUPSSIX OF CUPSPast effort may bring present rewardsor an old lover may reappear.Sentimental time.37

CUPSSEVEN OF CUPSA choice to be made with many options open.Careful decisions must be made. Act.There is a risk of illusion. You need to avoidescapism protect yourself against unclear thinking.Leaving past behind. Letting go,38

CUPSEIGHT OF CUPSno matter how much energy has beenput into something. Walk away.Follow your dream card.A wish of paramount importance will come true.39

CUPSNINE OF CUPSGreat emotional joy.Happiness and contentment, with a sense40

CUPSTEN OF CUPSof permanence and future purpose.It often suggests starting a family.The sense of harmony.Birth of new feelings, fragile new beginnings41

CUPSPAGE OF CUPSin the world of emotion. “New Phase”birth of a child, new relationship, engagement.Show your feelings; listen to your inner voice.Take a fresh perspective on a difficult issueand approach that situation with benefitof the doubt and love.Spirit of romance. A gentle, caring lover42

CUPSKNIGHT OF CUPSand friend. Sensitive and affectionate. Thoughtful.Chivalrous. Creative and artistic.The Knight of Cups may suggest a proposalis coming.A person who possesses a strong perceptive nature43

CUPSQUEEN OF CUPSand deep desire to learn about the inner world.Mature Female. Follow your heart.Peace and Harmony. Go with the flow.Meeting with caring, concerned, nurturing44

CUPSKING OF CUPSperson or it may be that you have to develop someof the maternal, protective qualitieswithin yourself. Emotional balance.45

THE WANDS CARDSWANDSImagination and Creativity and work issues

WANDSACE OF WANDSAn upsurge of creative energy, drive and energy.Great potential for success.47

WANDSTWO OF WANDSIntuitive choice. Two possibilities, equally good.Firm plans must be formulated.48

WANDSTHREE OF WANDSA stage of initial completion of a creative project.New ideas forming. New forces of energy beinggenerated.49

WANDSFOUR OF WANDSA time to pause for celebration after hard efforts(holiday, period of rest and relaxation).“The Marriage Card”.50

WANDSFIVE OF WANDSA time of struggle, petty obstacles constantlyappear and cause difficulties. Open conflict.Certain issues cause a lot of tensionand confusion.51

WANDSSIX OF WANDSPublic acclaim, promotion, recognition for work andeffort (winning a scholarship, gaininga qualification, getting a lead role, publishinga book or success in any other chosen field).52

WANDSSEVEN OF WANDSThe stage after the public recognition.Stiff competition must now be faced.Hold you ground. Renewed determinationand courage are necessary.53

WANDSEIGHT OF WANDSA period of fruitful progress after a delayor struggle. Everything is on your side.54

WANDSNINE OF WANDSStrength in reserve can provide enough energyto win the battle, although resources seemexhausted. Push hard.55

WANDSTEN OF WANDSThere is danger implied in taking on more than onecan cope with. Inadequate awarenessof our limitations.56

WANDSPAGE OF WANDSThe bearer of good news, a desire or stirringof creative growth. Free spirit. Follow creative urges,be spontaneous. “New Phase” in which your creative world must be developed.57

WANDSKNIGHT OF WANDSSpirit of Adventure, move of home or country.Exciting and unreliable young man. Time todevelop exuberant and adventurous qualities.Passionate, spontaneous.58