Rider Waite Tarot
Tarot Cheat Sheet
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There are enough messages in the Tarot to be able to read it just in an upright position.
If you like to read in reverse - the meaning is basically the opposite.
MAYOR ARCANA
The Fool Justice
New beginnings, Faith in the future, Balance, Equality, Law, Objectivity, Karma,
Energy, Originality, Spontaneity, Travel Fairness, Life lessons
The Magician The Hanged Man
The power to manifest, Expression, Stop, Wait, Delay, Postponement,
Potential, Talent, Resourceful, Dexterity Suspension, Need for new perspective
The High Priestess Death
Intuition, Spiritual insight, Knowledge, Change, The end of something,
Inaction, Patience, Secret, Go within Transformation, Illness
The Empress Temperance
Life in bloom, Flourishing, Nurturing, Alchemy, Compromise, Harmony, Going
Abundance, Fertility, Loving care with flow, Balance, Moderation
The Emperor The Devil
Power, Authority, Rules, Structure, Shadow, Bondage, Delusion, Materialism,
Stability, Lack of emotions, Direct Addiction, Toxicity
The Hierophant The Tower
Religion, Order, Tradition, Marriage, Shock, Destruction, Uncovering the truth,
Values, Education, Commitment Collapse of unstable structures
The Lovers The Star
Being at a crossroads, Choices, Hope, Optimism, Wish fulfillment, Chance,
Commitment, Falling in love, Partnerships Sanctification, Inspiration
The Chariot The Moon
Movement, Action, Progress, Drive, Illusion, Fantasy, Mystery, Uncertainty,
Confidence, Will power, Journey Delusion, Lies, Hidden things
Strength The Sun
Inner strength, Self-belief, Overcoming Joy, Happiness, Great energy, Success,
obstacles, Strong and gentle Vitality
The Hermit Judgment
Time to reflect, Introspection, Solitude, Final decision, Resolution, Awakening,
Wisdom, Silence, Seclusion Inner calling, Renewal
Wheel of Fortune The World
Karma, Cycle, Destiny, Change, Luck, Completion, Achievement, Attainment,
Opportunity Wholeness, Travel, Possibilities
WANDS
Pleasant action towards you, New chance, Success, Victory, Happiness, Good
i Passion, New idea, Inspiration vi development, Fulfilling expectations
Options, Choices, Assessing one's life Moving through challenges and obstacles,
ii direction, Contemplation, Indecision vii Delimitation, Defence, On guard
Waiting for something or someone, Speed, Movement, Communication, Rapid
iii Looking for direction, Overview, Foresight
viii growth, Success ahead
Foundation, Reunion, Soulmates, Wounded Warrior, Inner strength,
iv Achievement, Harvest, Relief, Right path ix Learning from experience, Weigh options
Conflict, Confusion, Chaos, Dispute, Burdens, Overload, A big task, Exhaustion,
v Confrontation, Assertiveness x Too much
page knight
Action taker, Initiative, Enthusiasm, Adventure, Red hot, Passionate, Quick in
Impulse, Inspired, Something pleasant and quick out, Following passion
queen king
Magnetic, Attractive, Charming, Determined to succeed, Passionate,
Passionate, Knowing where to go Magnetic, Attractive, An entrepreneur
CUPS
New beginnings, Fulfillment, Joy, Playful, Flirting, Childish, Gift, Sharing,
i Satisfaction, Marriage, Birth, New job vi Soulmates, Long lost reunion
Soulmates, Mutual love, Mutual attraction, Illusion, Fantasies, Dreams, Rose-tinted
ii Union, Connection, Compatibility vii glasses, So many choices
Fun, Gatherings, Celebrations, Reunion, Self discovery, Moving on, Walk away,
iii Friendliness, Third party, Cheating
viii Withdrawal, Abandonment
Refusing an offer, Dissatisfaction with what Satisfaction, Joy, Pleasure, Indulgence, A
iv is being offered, Ignoring ix wish coming true, Well-being
Loss, Regret, Sadness, Grief, Self pity, Satisfaction, Fulfillment, Happiness,
v Focussing on the negative x Wholeness, A wish coming true
page knight
New beginnings, Put dream into reality, Romantic, Full cup of love, Good things
Manifestation, Immaturity, Lucky come in, Follow the heart and dreams
queen king
Emotional maturity and openness, Intuitive, Emotional maturity and openness, Caring,
Nurturing, Empathy, Psychic abilities Supportive, A counsellor
SWORDS
New idea, Fresh start, Intellect, Clarity, Moving away, Leaving, Going somewhere
i Cut things out, Reason over emotion vi better, Seeking new horizons
Confusion, Indecision, Entrapped, Avoidance, Deception, Tactics, Dishonest,
ii Stalemate, Impartiality, Delay vii Cheating, Lying, Secret plans
Heartbreak, Dissatisfaction, Sorrow, Limitations, Bondage, Not seeing a way
iii Pain, Betrayal, Disappointment
viii out, Powerless, Stuck
Meditation, Resting, Retreating, Pause, Regret, Worries, Cruel knowledge,
iv Doing nothing, Time to recover ix Suffering, Anxiety, Depression, Guilt
Loss or win with a bitter taste, Blows Ending, Loss, Rock bottom, Destruction,
v under the belt, Mind games, Abuse x Feeling defeated, Worst tarot card
page knight
Unstable, Immature, Confrontational, Fast and quick energy, Rushing in,
Slander, Scandal, Spying Fearless, Pursue a goal, Hot-headed
queen king
Tearing off masks, Expression of opinion, Power, Expression of opinion, Intellectual,
Authenticity, Well-spoken, Cold Cold, Analytical, Due Diligence
PENTACLES
New chapter, Abundance, Potential for Balance, Giving and taking, Payback,
i prosperity, A promotion, Manifestation vi Charity, Accepting or giving help
Juggling of resources, Multitasking, Things Slow but sure growth, A test of patience,
ii in motion, Balancing vii Waiting for your plans to bear fruit
Work and result, Progress, Passing the Efforts, Hard work, Self-discipline,
iii exam, Foundation, Collaboration
viii Productivity, Skill, Dedication
Greed, Unwillingness to take risks, Abundance, Happiness, Material reward,
iv Savings, Holding on, Selfishness ix Well-being, Self love, Happy single
Left in the cold, Crisis, Distress, Problems, Abundance, Happiness, Well-being, Good
v Loss, Feeling like an outsider x times, Goal achievement, Legacy
page knight
New opportunity, Proposal, Offer, Study, Slow progress, Very slow energy, In long
Young person, Pregnancy term may be stable, Cautious
queen king
Mature, Down-to-earth, Secure, Stable, Mature, Commitment, Secure, Reliable,
Healthy finances, Mother energy Down-to-earth, Steady, Inflexible
