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22 "trump" cards
21 numbered I-XXI
The Fool - numbered 0 stands outside of the sequence
Trump cards in the Major Arcana are representative of all of the unseen powers of nature at work all around us. The higher forces influencing our lives. Realms over which we have little control.
12 are zodiac signs
7 are planets
3 are fire water and air (earth is represented in the minor arcana which deals with the mundane events of our lives) |
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Represents the fourth element-earth in its totality
Deals with the mundane events in our lives, the material powers of our existence, the elements over which we can, and do exert our own influence.
4 suits
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Action, Spiritual ambition, Creative drive. The need to respond to challenges or to overcome limitations. The measurement of self-worth by deeds. External persona. Fire. |
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Perception, Emotional world, Intuition, Occult force, Memory, Dreams, The subconscious, Psychic ability. Water. |
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Rational mind, Analysis, Logic, Linear thinking, The intellect, Reason, Mental Health. Air. |
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Materialism, The mundane world, Occupation, Work, The domestic environment, Money, Physical health. Earth. |
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| There is a force and its opposite force, the synthesis of the two create a third force, and so progress or evolution begins. (Example: Father, Son, & Holy Ghost) |
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| The Law of Seven- all progress, movement, and evolution are in cycles or seven stages. Seven fold nature spectrum, seven notes of the octave, the seven chakras, the seven days of the week, etc. |
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(Major Arcana)
Separate from the rest of the trumps allow 21 cards in the Major Arcana. 21- 2+1=3 7x3=21
12 Court cards reduce to 3
Minor Arcana is 52 which reduce to 7 5+2=7
Two Arcana added together = 73
(Remember the importance of 7&3!)
The Fool is an extra card (a wind element) blowing through the deck, or the world. |
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Creative Potential
Great power, The root of great possibilities, Enterprise, Natural ability, Enthusiasm for new projects, Self-realization in creative work. |
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Dominion
Initiating new activities, Exercising the will, Drawing up structures and defining territory, An awakening sense of power. |
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Collaboration
Progress towards a common goal, Disparate energies becoming harnessed to work in unity, Cooperation and help from others. |
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Foundation
Equilibrium, Energy in balance, A flowering of potential from well-established roots, The creation of a solid base, Initial success. |
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Conflict
A struggle in progress, A need to fight against obstacles, Destruction of that which is redundant, Confronting opposition. |
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Achievement
Success after hardship, A time of celebration and positive hope, Good news, Accomplishment. |
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Courage
Moral rectitude, Need for one-pointedness and stability of purpose, Strength in overcoming difficult opposition. |
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Communication
Messages, Telepathy, Great energy in short bursts, Electricity in one's sphere of activity, Time of good progress, Receiving or sending letters, Journey by air. |
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Vitality
Recovery from sickness, Healing, Good health, Rejuvenation, Sense of well-being after cathartic self-examination. |
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Corruption
Struggle against crudification and degradation, Need to purify a declining state of affairs, Lack of flexibility, Dullness of thought, Creativity limited. |
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Impulse
Impetuousness, Pride, Resistance to change, Action without reflection, Patriarchy, Subjectivity, Governed by Sagittarius. |
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Steadfastness
Endurance, Circumspect but has great initiative to embark upon new projects, Wilful yet balanced, Governed by Aries. |
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Ardour
Expansive but volatile, Both enthusiastic and indecisive, A warrior, Proud, Vigorous, Perhaps naive, Governed by Leo. |
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The Intuitive World
Direct perception, Precognition, Listening to the heart, Emotional fulfillment, Nourishment, Possibility of a birth in the family. |
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Harmony
Romantic love, Betrothal, Attraction of opposites, Consummation of emotional desires, Promises, Intimacy, Partnership. |
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Abundance
Plentifulness, Hospitality, Healing of painful memories, Enjoyment of life's gifts, Sensual pleasure, Possible child-birth. |
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Dullness
Emotional indulgence, Boredom, Restlessness, Need for change is not being satisfied, Pleasure coupled with anxiety. |
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Loss
Upheaval, Collapse of old orders, An upsetting of circumstances, Desires frustrated, Break up of relationships, Disappointment. |
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Childhood
New ideas, A synthesis, Nostalgia, Evaluation of the past, Retrospection, Confrontation of deeply buried, subconscious problems leading to a sense of liberation. |
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Illusion
Indulgence in dreams, Error of judgement, Need to differentiate between aspiration and fantasy, between insight and wishful thinking, Need for objectivity. |
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Inertia
Extreme introspection, Indolence, Time being wasted, Internal erosion of the spirit, Decline of interest in external affairs. |
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Wish-fulfillment
Happiness, Pleasure although it may not be deep or lasting, Satisfaction, Benedictions. |
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Fullness
Satiety, Saturation, The maxim- Be careful, you might get what you wish for, Lack of receptivity, Time for serving your community. |
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Vacillation
Internal conflict, Alternation between enthusiasm and melancholy, Lack of persistence but amiable, Governed by Pisces. |
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Transmission of Forces
Reflective, Hard to penetrate, Fragile and dreamy but pure, receptive and benevolent, Governed by Cancer. |
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Concealment
Ruled by the emotions, A romantic idealist, Feelings remain hidden or unexpressed, Marriage indicated or romantic relationship, Possible deceit, Governed by Scorpio. |
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Analytical Mind
Choice, Decisions based on logic and analysis, Choosing one path or direction over another. |
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Compromise
A quarrel made up, A temporary solution, Calmness, but all the obstacles are not yet overcome, Short-term peace. |
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Mental Discontent
Psychological suffering, Thinking too much, Overactive mind, Restricting emotional response, A lesson to be learned from a painful situation. |
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Compassion
Restoring order on the mental plane, Withdrawal into contemplation or meditation, Benevolence, Pure intent. |
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Weakness
Feeling like a victim of fate, Too much self-pity, When faced with defeat accept it with dignity, Too much passivity. |
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Clarity of Mind
Intellect well-harnessed in a balanced way. Coming out of the dark, Stability after instability, Journey by water. |
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Opposition
How to appease opponents without compromising one's own integrity, Avoid direct confrontations, Need for guile, strategy, and intelligence. |
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Interference
Lack of cohesion, Energy blocked, Bad luck, Ideas squandered, Only small successes, Lack of focus and persistence. |
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Persecution
Anxiety, Fear of failure, Fear of isolation, Need to dispense with negative thoughts and guilt. |
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Desolation
The split mind, Mental disorder, The lowest point, Collapse, Ruin A breakdown of the existing structures. |
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Judgement
Emotions in balance, Restoration of order, Humility, Quickness of thought, A professional person who might be of help in making decisions, Governed by Gemini. |
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Objectivity
Emotions subjugated to the intellect, Unsentimental, Fear conquered by rational and mind, Governed by Libra. |
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Instability of Purpose
Intellectual but without any earthing qualities, Etheric, A flash of inspiration gone in a flash, Mercurial, Capricious, Imaginative, Governed by Aquarius. |
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Materialism
The potential power of the material world to be put to use for better or worse, Crystallization, Shelter, Protection. |
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Change
Play of opposites, Equilibrium though motion, Finance becoming more available, Need for fluidity, Travel indicated in relation to business, Fluctuation. |
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Construction
Building, Realization of an idea, Self-knowledge through craftsmanship or work, Materalization of plans. |
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Possession
Ambition, Accumulation of power and wealth, The beginnings of attachment to material things. |
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Hardship
Strain, Material loss, Two steps back to make a leap forward, Instability of mundane life, Money worries. |
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Restoration
Blossoming of material wealth after difficulty, Rejuvenation of faith, Generosity of spirit combines with the establishment of a more secure mundane life. |
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Lack of Resolve
In the dark, Without vision, No Direction, Inability to sustain energy and concentration at the most critical moment. |
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Microcosm
Attention to detail, but also the dangers of becoming too small-minded and oblivious to the grander scheme of things. |
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Inheritance
Organization of earthly affairs, Personal growth through skill or craft, Progress, One's birthright. |
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Transcendence
Completion of one cycle, the beginning of the next, Need to go on to higher things, Accumulation of wealth is no longer a goal. |
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Earthly Power
Practical skill, Empathy with nature, A period of stability and consistent growth in the mundane world, Governed by Virgo. |
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Fertility
Fruitfulness, Fecundity, Ambition, Hard-working, Instinctive, Desire to break free of mundane level, Governed by Capricorn. |
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The Work
Skill in the material world, Capacity for work, Preserving, Patient, Artistic vision, Governed by Taurus. |
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| The source of creativity, Where impulse comes from. The unexpected influence. Unpredictable like the wind. The element of surprise, Hazard. That which is beyond the control of man. Possibility of dramatic change. Unforeseeable events. Start of a new cycle. |
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| Initiating a current or energy in a particular direction. Ability to express oneself. Confidence. Skill. Great inspiration in handling practical affairs. Communication. Imagination. Setting off on a journey. Signs and other messages manifesting in the mundane world. |
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| Messages from within. Intuition. Clairvoyance. Memory. Telepathy. Pay attention to dreams. Hidden influence at work. Beware of loose talk; keep secrets secret. Introspection. Mediation. Stabilize the internal world. There is an indirect, guiding force present. |
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| Harmony with nature. Adaptability. Receptivity. Birth (both childbirth and birth of new ideas). Benevolence. Nourishment. The onset of a more natural earthly life. Creation of a basis of growth. |
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| Organization. Order created by power of will. A vision of the future and the structures being put in place for the future. Masculine power. Beware of rigidity or dogma. The human soul forged in the fire of the will. Authority. Responsibility. Action. |
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| Openness. Hearing. Listening. Learning. Breathing in. Acquiring knowledge. Receptivity without prejudice. Assimilation of new and diverse ideas into a holistic integrated vision. |
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| Messages which come via the heart. Choice. Decision based upon intuition. A good men for marriages, partnerships, and new ventures. A new step towards growth. Look carefully at choices. What do I really want deep down? |
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| A need for discipline, humility, and responsibility. Submit joyfully to the forces of destiny but act with integrity. Beware of pride and vanity. Take care of physical and mental health. Success may come. Move forward carefully. |
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| Strength. Lust for life. The nature of one's relationship with desire. Find the proper balance between suppression and hedonism. Tremendous expressive force. Vigor. Freedom from desires. |
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| Circumspection. Detachment from worldly things. Self-illumination. Independence. Celibacy. Spiritual search. Hibernation before a new beginning. Wisdom. The occult light. |
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| The cyclic nature of life. Everything changes. Good fortune. An auspicious omen. Growth and development through many diverse but necessary experiences. The learning process. Progress towards a more objective view of things. |
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| Discrimination in action. Decisions of a balanced mind. The fruits of previous actions are ripe. Justice. The conclusion of effect of court cases or legal disputes. Immerse yourself in the energy of your decisions. Dispel negative thoughts. |
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| The mind at the end of its tether. Self-sacrifice. Trial of courage and faith. Purification process. Redemption. Surrender. A great transition taking place. The brink of an enormous awakening of the spirit. |
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| Radical change. Even positive changes can be a shock to the system. Letting go of superfluous thing which hold you back. Death of old habits. Dying to the past. Dropping the mask of personality. Dramatic transformation. |
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| Proper measure. Timing. Adaptation. Healing. The importance of time in the creative process. Attention to nature's rhythm. Patience. Balance of elements in proper order. Perfection through subtle blending of many diverse ingredients. Precision. The perfect timing of the cosmic clock. |
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| The small self or "I". The ego. The personality. Individuality. Separation. Sense of self. Selfishness. Finding the proper balance between taking care of personal, individual needs without over-identifying with this mask of ego. Obsession with personal desires. |
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| Illusions or aspirations of grandeur destroyed. Extreme masculine energy. Attachment to external world. Need for internal work. That which is redundant or obsolete has to be destroyed in order to make progress. Traumatic experience on path towards knowledge. |
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| Hope. Inspiration. Restoration and renewal. Vision. Visualization of goals. An idea becoming manifest. Faith in the future. Spiritual love. Health. Peacefulness. A clear picture of attainable joy. |
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| Need for great personal strength without reliance on external help. Test of personal power. A crisis of faith. Solitude. Vulnerability. Unforeseen problems. Confusion. Shifting of moods. Listen to dreams. Information from subconscious. Stay true to intuition. Do not fall asleep on the road. Have faith and complete the journey. |
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| Regeneration of the spirit. Flowering of the self. Great personal happiness. Contentment. Self-acceptance and self-realization. Clarity. Optimism. Trust. |
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| Self-evaluation. The need to judge our own progress. Need for more self-awareness. A time of changing one's viewpoint. Initiating a new current. Possible child-birth. Entering the final stage of difficult work. |
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| Attainment. Crystallization. A matter of coming to an end. The limits of ambition. Stillness. Contentment. The birth of a new cycle is imminent. A balanced psyche. Completion of projects. Success is at hand. The seeds of further goals begin sown at the moment of attainment of the present goal. The end/ The beginning. |
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