Tarot Card Meanings: Understanding Divination & Self-Exploration
Tarot Card Meanings
Tarot Decks have been around for millennia. They are a useful divination tool which contain a plethora of valuable life information. The cards are used in various spreads to gain insight and clarity about a particular situation and tarot card meanings can be unique and powerful.
Although tarot card meanings are mostly symbolic, they can sometimes be taken literally as well. The tarot deck contains the major arcana which has 22 cards (numbered 0-21) and is concerned with major life events. The remaining 56 cards (4 suits numbered 0-10 plus 4 Court cards - Kings, Queens, Knights and Pages in each suit) are the minor arcana and relate to everyday events. So traditionally there are a total 78 tarot cards in the deck.
The Four Suits
There are four suits in the tarot deck which have different tarot card meanings. These are similar to the four elements in astrology:
Cups - relate to the Watery realms of the emotions. Cups carry emotions which are alchemically transformed in the cups.
Wands - relate to Fiery realms of spirit. They bring the passion of Spirit which adds excitement and life.
Swords - relate to the Airy realms of cognition or thought. This is all about the mind, intelligence and what you think.
Tarot Cards can help hone your own intuition and you can increase your tarot skills with practice and dedication over time. You may find different interpretations in the cards as your intuition increases. Although, there are standard definitions however, these are really the basic building blocks that you build your psychic skills upon.
Tarot Card Combinations
When doing a reading, each suite has its own unique meanings that can be used to interpret the card combinations. For example, if the spread includes a combination of cups and swords, it could indicate a difficult decision or conflict between emotions and logic. The combination of wands with pentacles could indicate sudden shifts in energy or money.
Further, when interpreting tarot card meanings and combinations, it is important to look at each individual card as well as the overall message of the reading.
Basically, tarot card meanings can differ depending on the skill and experience of the reader.
Above all, if you use the tarot deck for the purposes of enlightenment and to help the client and you will find the true tarot card meanings will come to you.
Good luck and many blessings on your tarot card journey!
9 of Swords - An End to Suffering
Date: 01.08.25 Author: Rose Smith
The Nine of Swords reveals more than anxiety and despair. This powerful tarot card reflects hidden fears, sleepless nights, and emotional turmoil - while also offering the promise of healing, hope, and transformation through self-awareness.
4 of Wands - Hello Happiness & Joy
Date: 28.01.23 Author: Rose Smith
The Four of Wands Tarot Card is a Minor Arcana card in the tarot deck. A minor card represents normal everyday life and when reversed, can symbolize those normal human challenges that we all must face at some point.
3 Swords - Short Term Pain but Long Term Gain?
Date: 11.01.23 Author: Rose Smith
The 3 of Swords is a minor arcana card in the tarot deck. When the three of swords appears in your tarot reading, you are being called to feel all your emotions so that you can move on fresh and clean.
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7 of Cups - Reaching out for Success
Date: 05.09.17 Author: Rose Smith
The 7 of Cups is reminding you to get out of your cruising zone… and start change. You have reached a time in your life where you need to make changes to find happiness and fulfillment. Remember to stay grounded in your decisions to avoid illusion.
Justice Tarot - What Goes Around Comes Around!
Date: 29.08.17 Author: Rose Smith
The lady on the card has bare feet which suggests to you that you need to stay grounded at the moment. The owl tells us to listen to our inner wisdom. If you are involved in any legal proceedings at the moment, be honest and upfront.
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10 of Pentacles - Whoo Hoo Party!
Date: 14.03.23 Author: Rose Smith
Feeling drawn to this card? Well lucky you as very soon you start reaping the rewards for all your hard work. Your relationships and career are looking more solid and promising. There are more rewards to come!
Ace of Wands: New Creative Beginnings
Date: 24.03.23 Author: Rose Smith
The Ace of Wands tarot card is a timely reminder to listen to your instincts and if it feels right, you should act now. You can develop and grow your ideas as you go along. If you feel drawn to this card, an exciting opportunity might be heading your way.
4 of Pentacles - There's a Way Through for You!
Date: 03.01.23 Author: Rose Smith
Feeling drawn to the Four of Pentacles? If you have been worrying about your finances, now is the time to relax a little. You will be rewarded for your hard work. Remember to take time out to appreciate your relationships too.
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Page of Swords - News of New Ideas
Date: 05.12.16 Author: Rose Smith
If you feel drawn to the Page of Swords tarot card, it suggests that you are a great communicator. You are a quick thinker with lots of ideas and plans running around in your mind. People are attracted to you because they like your honesty.
Knight of Pentacles - Being Honourable & Reliable
Date: 08.03.23 Author: Rose Smith
Knight of Pentacles suggests there's a need for a tad of caution with money or possessions. Be structured, organised & watch for overspending temptations. Being loyal, protective & realistic is the best course of action now. Slow and steady wins the race.
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Unleash Your Creative Potential with Page of Wands
Date: 28.02.23 Author: Rose Smith
The Page of Wands Tarot has been drawn this week and shows you have lots of ideas to achieve your goals. Don't spend a lot of money or jump in boots and all just yet. Allow your creativity to emerge and write it down. All will come clear in time.
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10 of Cups: Harmony Unveiled
Date: 15.12.15 Author: Rose Smith
The 10 of Cups Tarot card has been drawn this week and based on Rose Smith’s interpretation, it is time to stop worrying and start enjoying life! Something you have wanted for a long time is about to come to fruition.
