How to Read Tarot Cards and Tarot Card Meanings

There are 4 versions of The lovers. Use the one that fits best or use them all. It’s all good.

Single Card Method of Reading the Tarot – Relax. Meditate or pray on your question while shuffling the deck. Spread out the cards face down. Run your hands over the cards until you feel pulled towards one card. Turn that card over. Allow your intuition to guide you to understanding the meaning of that card.

Past, Present and Future Tarot Reading - Relax. Meditate or pray on your question while shuffling the deck. Draw a card and place it on the table in front of you. Draw another card and place it to the right. And then one to the left.
The center card represents the energy of what is going on at this particular moment. It may also represent the challenges you face.
The card on the right represents the future. This is the likely outcome if you continue on your current path. It may also represent your goal.
The card on the left represents the past. It may indicate what is holding you back from attaining your goal or what may help you. It refers to past events or lessons learned in the past.

Major Arcana

1. The Magician Tarot Card Meaning - Spiritual energy focused by intention. Willpower and creativity. Beginnings: new job, new home, etc.
2. The High Priestess Tarot Card Meaning - Female intuition and wisdom. Listen to your inner voice. Inspiration. Divination. A wise woman or teacher. Spirituality.
3. The Empress Tarot Card Meaning - Abundance and fertility. The Mother Goddess. Emotions. Sensuality. Fertility can mean an abundance of ideas and creativity.
4. The Emperor Tarot Card Meaning - Authority. Power. Structure. Stability. Will. Truth. Justice. The Patriarchy. One who is dedicated, determined and disciplined. Boundaries.
5. The Hierophant Tarot Card Meaning – A mentor or spiritual guide. Spiritual advisor. Gives blessing, advice and guidance. Spirituality as opposed to religion.
6. The Lovers Tarot Card Meaning – Romance and love. Harmony between opposites. Choices to be re-evaluated.
7. The Chariot Tarot Card Meaning – Strength of will. Triumph of will to resolve inner conflict and achieve goals.
8. Strength Tarot Card Meaning – Courage to face your fears. Fortitude during hardship. Gentle strength, patience, tolerance.
9. The Hermit Tarot Card Meaning – Solitude. Slow but steady progress. Deep contemplation and thought. Withdrawal from the distractions of the outside world.
10. The Wheel Tarot Card Meaning – Twists of fate. Unanticipated changes. Emotional twists and turns. Unexpected luck. New opportunity.
11. Justice Tarot Card Meaning– Balance. Impartiality or objectivity. Dealing with the consequences of one’s actions. Legal issues.
12. The Hanged Man Tarot Card Meaning – A change of perspective. Spiritual revelations. Being pulled between opposites. Not having your feet on the ground. Surrender.
13. Death Tarot Card Meaning – Endings, transitions and transformations. Changes. Time to let go of the past. New beginnings. Can indicate an actual death.
14. Temperance Tarot Card Meaning - Moderation. Balance. Inner calm. Agreements reached through compromise. The middle path.
15. The Devil Tarot Card Meaning – An obsession or addiction. Desires run amok. Co-dependency. Uncontrollable urges. Facing one’s dark side.
16. The Tower Tarot Card Meaning – Flash of insight. Sudden change. Deconstruction of one’s previous beliefs. Chaos.
17. The Star Tarot Card Meaning – Hope for the future. Inspiration. Harmony. Spiritual guidance and renewal. New potentials and possibilities.
18. The Moon Tarot Card Meaning – Subconscious fears. Altered perceptions leading to mystery and secrecy. Confusion.
19. The Sun Tarot Card Meaning – Joy. Freedom. Uninhibited self-expression. Be open to new experiences.
20. Judgement Tarot Card Meaning – Face your past, learn from it and move on. Transformation, renewal and resurrection. Healing wounds. Difficult and final decision. Change.
21. The World Tarot Card Meaning – Highly auspicious. Soul fulfillment. Enrichment. Enlightenment. Dreams coming to fruition.

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The Suit of Cups

Cups
Ace of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Starting a new relationship. Listen to your heart. Trust you emotions. A spiritual connection.
2 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – An emotional connection between people. Love can heal. Balance of emotion and intellect. The one you love.
3 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – A celebration. A partnership between friends. A blissful union. Party. Successful relationship.
4 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Emotionally unavailable. Self-absorbed. Withdrawn. Missing a loved one. Mixed emotions.
5 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Focusing on your losses, inability to see possibilities for growth. Unhappy ending. Pessimism. Disappointment.
6 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Sharing and compassion. Be courteous, kind and forgiving. Domestic bliss. Nostalgia. Childhood memories.
7 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Imagination or delusions. Wishful thinking. Avoiding reality. Confusion. Too many options to choose. Change.
8 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – A search for meaning. A journey into the unknown. Leaving attachments. Move forward without looking back.
9 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Wishes attained. Contentment. Success. Luxury. Getting what you want, be careful what you ask for.
10 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Unity brings joy and contentment. A happy couple. Stable devoted relationship. Emotional abundance.
Princess of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – A dawning spirituality. Intuitive. Imaginative. A loving person. Perhaps a birth or marriage. Puppy love.
Prince of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Guided by emotion or intuition. An invitation to love. Romance. Idealism.
Queen of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Intuition. Empathy, warmth and affection. A woman who is generous of spirit.
King of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – A man of deep conviction and emotional control. Sincere, diplomatic and easy going. Philosophical.

The Suit of Disks

Disks
Ace of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – New financial opportunity, career advancement, remember to practice gratitude. Privilege. Being favored.
2 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Juggling projects, keeping balance. Changes in fortune. Be flexible and enjoy your life.
3 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Working on a large project, perhaps with others. Finding your place in the grand scheme of things.
4 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Guarding your fortunes. Possessiveness. Greed. Financial security. Power struggles.
5 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Money problems. Focused on the financial, unable to see sources of help within friends and community. Depression. Marital difficulties.
6 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Using your position/resources to help others. Spiritual rewards from service to others.
7 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Re-examining your course in life. Considering alternatives. Waiting for projects to come to fruition. Harvest. Reassessment.
8 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Focused on work. Diligent. Competent. Fastidious. Nose to the grindstone.
9 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Material abundance. Self-sufficiency. Plenty. Generosity.
10 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – The prosperous family card. Financial abundance. Seeing the true value of things. Inheritance.
Princess of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Desiring riches. Opportunities for financial gain that may require work. Practicality. New skills needed.
Prince of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Working towards financial goals. Responsibility. Pride in achievements. News about financial matters.
Queen of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Resourcefulness leads to abundance and prosperity. Generous. Family oriented. Sensual.
King of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Successful in business. Being skillful and adept in financial matters. Good provider.

The Suit of Swords

Swords
Ace of Swords Tarot Card Meaning - Find the power to see past your illusions. Critical thinking.
2 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Not making a decision IS a decision. A compromise, stalemate or truce. Emotional barriers to overcome.
3 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Heartbreak, sorrow, difficulty or termination of a relationship. Loneliness. Avoidance of feelings. Love triangle.
4 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Rest, recuperation and sometimes retreat are tools for coping. Introspection and contemplation. Avoidance.
5 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – A victory you cannot win without losing a piece of yourself. The cost of winning is too high. Cut your losses.
6 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Distance is needed to gain greater perspective or objectivity. Regain balance. Leave the past behind. Moving on to better times.
7 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Choose which risks are worth taking. Be wary of deceptions. Honor your responsibilities.
8 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Don’t be bound by preconceptions, indecisions or regrets. Feeling powerless may be the result over analysis. Catastrophe. Victim.
9 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Despair, depression, loneliness and guilt. Reflect or look to your dreams to get a handle on your concerns. Nightmares. Insomnia.
10 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Betrayal, failure and loss. Real problems that may be exaggerated by emotions.
Princess of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Vigilance. Learning from past conflicts, inquiring, spying. A ‘go between’ or envoy.
Prince of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Enthusiastic but sometime overly enthusiastic. Discord caused by misguided idealism. Impetuousness.
Queen of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Wisdom based on sorrow. Autonomy and self-reliance. Austerity. Independence.
King of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Judgment, harsh but fair. An authority figure. Sound advice. Respect earned by integrity.

The Suit of Wands

Wands
Ace of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Opportunity. New enterprise. Passion and inspiration. Confidence in one’s self and creative abilities.
2 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Balance. Boldness. Personal power. Analyzing your plans.
3 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Friendship. Partnership. Cooperation. Long range planning. Foresight.
4 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – A rite of passage. Refuge. Wedding or social celebration. Legacy.
5 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Competition. Squabbles. Discord. Stress. Internal conflict. Differences in artistic vision. Struggles with egos.
6 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Victory. Triumph over adversity. Acclamation for your success. May concern the arts.
7 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Courage. Defiance. Standing up for your beliefs. Teaching. Writing.
8 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Forward momentum. Things moving forward quickly. Sometimes too quickly and out of control. Removal of opposition.
9 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Hidden reserves necessary to succeed. Perseverance. Defensiveness.
10 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Bringing a project to fruition. Struggle. Benefits from hard work. Being overburdened. High self-expectations.
Princess of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Unbridled, perhaps reckless, enthusiasm. Inspirational message. Yearning for adventure. Gossip.
Prince of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Impulsive. Enthusiastic. Restless. One who cannot be deterred. Frequently consumed by passions of the moment.
Queen of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – A woman with genuine warmth and openness. Sympathetic. Radiant.
King of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Logic over passions. Maturity. Confident leader. Unafraid to take action.

A huge thank you to all my fabulous models, without whom I could have never brought this project to fruition!
A special thanks to my Tarot Consultant Queen Auset Heru. You can contact her for readings at https://www.facebook.com/QueenAusetHeru

Interested in seeing more of RoByn Thompson's work?
Visit www.robynthompsonart.com

How to Read Tarot Cards and Tarot Card Meanings There are 4 versions of The lovers. Use the one that fits best or use them all. It’s all good. Single Card Method of Reading the Tarot – Relax. Meditate or pray on your question while shuffling the deck. Spread out the cards face down. Run your hands over the cards until you feel pulled towards one card. Turn that card over. Allow your intuition to guide you to understanding the meaning of that card. Past, Present and Future Tarot Reading - Relax. Meditate or pray on your question while shuffling the deck. Draw a card and place it on the table in front of you. Draw another card and place it to the right. And then one to the left. The center card represents the energy of what is going on at this particular moment. It may also represent the challenges you face. The card on the right represents the future. This is the likely outcome if you continue on your current path. It may also represent your goal. The card on the left represents the past. It may indicate what is holding you back from attaining your goal or what may help you. It refers to past events or lessons learned in the past.
Major Arcana 1. The Magician Tarot Card Meaning - Spiritual energy focused by intention. Willpower and creativity. Beginnings: new job, new home, etc. 2. The High Priestess Tarot Card Meaning - Female intuition and wisdom. Listen to your inner voice. Inspiration. Divination. A wise woman or teacher. Spirituality. 3. The Empress Tarot Card Meaning - Abundance and fertility. The Mother Goddess. Emotions. Sensuality. Fertility can mean an abundance of ideas and creativity. 4. The Emperor Tarot Card Meaning - Authority. Power. Structure. Stability. Will. Truth. Justice. The Patriarchy. One who is dedicated, determined and disciplined. Boundaries. 5. The Hierophant Tarot Card Meaning – A mentor or spiritual guide. Spiritual advisor. Gives blessing, advice and guidance. Spirituality as opposed to religion. 6. The Lovers Tarot Card Meaning – Romance and love. Harmony between opposites. Choices to be re-evaluated. 7. The Chariot Tarot Card Meaning – Strength of will. Triumph of will to resolve inner conflict and achieve goals. 8. Strength Tarot Card Meaning – Courage to face your fears. Fortitude during hardship. Gentle strength, patience, tolerance. 9. The Hermit Tarot Card Meaning – Solitude. Slow but steady progress. Deep contemplation and thought. Withdrawal from the distractions of the outside world. 10. The Wheel Tarot Card Meaning – Twists of fate. Unanticipated changes. Emotional twists and turns. Unexpected luck. New opportunity. 11. Justice Tarot Card Meaning– Balance. Impartiality or objectivity. Dealing with the consequences of one’s actions. Legal issues. 12. The Hanged Man Tarot Card Meaning – A change of perspective. Spiritual revelations. Being pulled between opposites. Not having your feet on the ground. Surrender. 13. Death Tarot Card Meaning – Endings, transitions and transformations. Changes. Time to let go of the past. New beginnings. Can indicate an actual death. 14. Temperance Tarot Card Meaning - Moderation. Balance. Inner calm. Agreements reached through compromise. The middle path. 15. The Devil Tarot Card Meaning – An obsession or addiction. Desires run amok. Co-dependency. Uncontrollable urges. Facing one’s dark side. 16. The Tower Tarot Card Meaning – Flash of insight. Sudden change. Deconstruction of one’s previous beliefs. Chaos. 17. The Star Tarot Card Meaning – Hope for the future. Inspiration. Harmony. Spiritual guidance and renewal. New potentials and possibilities. 18. The Moon Tarot Card Meaning – Subconscious fears. Altered perceptions leading to mystery and secrecy. Confusion. 19. The Sun Tarot Card Meaning – Joy. Freedom. Uninhibited self-expression. Be open to new experiences. 20. Judgement Tarot Card Meaning – Face your past, learn from it and move on. Transformation, renewal and resurrection. Healing wounds. Difficult and final decision. Change. 21. The World Tarot Card Meaning – Highly auspicious. Soul fulfillment. Enrichment. Enlightenment. Dreams coming to fruition. .	The deck is for sale at https://www.thegamecrafter.com/games/skyclad-tarot Questions? bodyartist@gmail.com
The Suit of Cups Cups Ace of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Starting a new relationship. Listen to your heart. Trust you emotions. A spiritual connection. 2 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – An emotional connection between people. Love can heal. Balance of emotion and intellect. The one you love. 3 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – A celebration. A partnership between friends. A blissful union. Party. Successful relationship. 4 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Emotionally unavailable. Self-absorbed. Withdrawn. Missing a loved one. Mixed emotions. 5 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Focusing on your losses, inability to see possibilities for growth. Unhappy ending. Pessimism. Disappointment. 6 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Sharing and compassion. Be courteous, kind and forgiving. Domestic bliss. Nostalgia. Childhood memories. 7 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Imagination or delusions. Wishful thinking. Avoiding reality. Confusion. Too many options to choose. Change. 8 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – A search for meaning. A journey into the unknown. Leaving attachments. Move forward without looking back. 9 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Wishes attained. Contentment. Success. Luxury. Getting what you want, be careful what you ask for. 10 of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Unity brings joy and contentment. A happy couple. Stable devoted relationship. Emotional abundance. Princess of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – A dawning spirituality. Intuitive. Imaginative. A loving person. Perhaps a birth or marriage. Puppy love. Prince of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Guided by emotion or intuition. An invitation to love. Romance. Idealism. Queen of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – Intuition. Empathy, warmth and affection. A woman who is generous of spirit. King of Cups Tarot Card Meaning – A man of deep conviction and emotional control. Sincere, diplomatic and easy going. Philosophical.
The Suit of Disks Disks Ace of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – New financial opportunity, career advancement, remember to practice gratitude. Privilege. Being favored. 2 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Juggling projects, keeping balance. Changes in fortune. Be flexible and enjoy your life. 3 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Working on a large project, perhaps with others. Finding your place in the grand scheme of things. 4 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Guarding your fortunes. Possessiveness. Greed. Financial security. Power struggles. 5 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Money problems. Focused on the financial, unable to see sources of help within friends and community. Depression. Marital difficulties. 6 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Using your position/resources to help others. Spiritual rewards from service to others. 7 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Re-examining your course in life. Considering alternatives. Waiting for projects to come to fruition. Harvest. Reassessment. 8 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Focused on work. Diligent. Competent. Fastidious. Nose to the grindstone. 9 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Material abundance. Self-sufficiency. Plenty. Generosity. 10 of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – The prosperous family card. Financial abundance. Seeing the true value of things. Inheritance. Princess of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Desiring riches. Opportunities for financial gain that may require work. Practicality. New skills needed. Prince of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Working towards financial goals. Responsibility. Pride in achievements. News about financial matters. Queen of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Resourcefulness leads to abundance and prosperity. Generous. Family oriented. Sensual. King of Disks Tarot Card Meaning – Successful in business. Being skillful and adept in financial matters. Good provider.
The Suit of Swords Swords Ace of Swords Tarot Card Meaning - Find the power to see past your illusions. Critical thinking. 2 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Not making a decision IS a decision. A compromise, stalemate or truce. Emotional barriers to overcome. 3 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Heartbreak, sorrow, difficulty or termination of a relationship. Loneliness. Avoidance of feelings. Love triangle. 4 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Rest, recuperation and sometimes retreat are tools for coping. Introspection and contemplation. Avoidance. 5 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – A victory you cannot win without losing a piece of yourself. The cost of winning is too high. Cut your losses. 6 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Distance is needed to gain greater perspective or objectivity. Regain balance. Leave the past behind. Moving on to better times. 7 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Choose which risks are worth taking. Be wary of deceptions. Honor your responsibilities. 8 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Don’t be bound by preconceptions, indecisions or regrets. Feeling powerless may be the result over analysis. Catastrophe. Victim. 9 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Despair, depression, loneliness and guilt. Reflect or look to your dreams to get a handle on your concerns. Nightmares. Insomnia. 10 of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Betrayal, failure and loss. Real problems that may be exaggerated by emotions. Princess of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Vigilance. Learning from past conflicts, inquiring, spying. A ‘go between’ or envoy. Prince of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Enthusiastic but sometime overly enthusiastic. Discord caused by misguided idealism. Impetuousness. Queen of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Wisdom based on sorrow. Autonomy and self-reliance. Austerity. Independence. King of Swords Tarot Card Meaning – Judgment, harsh but fair. An authority figure. Sound advice. Respect earned by integrity.
The Suit of Wands Wands Ace of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Opportunity. New enterprise. Passion and inspiration. Confidence in one’s self and creative abilities. 2 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Balance. Boldness. Personal power. Analyzing your plans. 3 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Friendship. Partnership. Cooperation. Long range planning. Foresight. 4 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – A rite of passage. Refuge. Wedding or social celebration. Legacy. 5 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Competition. Squabbles. Discord. Stress. Internal conflict. Differences in artistic vision. Struggles with egos. 6 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Victory. Triumph over adversity. Acclamation for your success. May concern the arts. 7 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Courage. Defiance. Standing up for your beliefs. Teaching. Writing. 8 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Forward momentum. Things moving forward quickly. Sometimes too quickly and out of control. Removal of opposition. 9 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Hidden reserves necessary to succeed. Perseverance. Defensiveness. 10 of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Bringing a project to fruition. Struggle. Benefits from hard work. Being overburdened. High self-expectations. Princess of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Unbridled, perhaps reckless, enthusiasm. Inspirational message. Yearning for adventure. Gossip. Prince of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Impulsive. Enthusiastic. Restless. One who cannot be deterred. Frequently consumed by passions of the moment. Queen of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – A woman with genuine warmth and openness. Sympathetic. Radiant. King of Wands Tarot Card Meaning – Logic over passions. Maturity. Confident leader. Unafraid to take action.
A huge thank you to all my fabulous models, without whom I could have never brought this project to fruition! A special thanks to my Tarot Consultant Queen Auset Heru. You can contact her for readings at https://www.facebook.com/QueenAusetHeru	Interested in seeing more of RoByn Thompson's work? Visit www.robynthompsonart.com