notes on general tarot cards interpretation.docx

The major arcana are in some ways the most important cards in the tarot deck. Generally they are the cards that a new tarot user will learn first; partly because there are fewer of them, (there are 22 major vs. 54 minor arcana cards) and partly because they are considered to signify the deeper, more meaningful, more “spiritual” parts of life. Of course all parts and events of life are important to us as we are experiencing them, but the major arcana are signposts to things, events, and people, that are meant to be taken more seriously and looked at more closely, in general, than the minor arcana cards will generally represent.

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Major Arcana Fool

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Magician

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Priestess

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Empress

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Emperor

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Hierophant

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Lovers

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Chariot

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Strength

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Hermit

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Description / Interpretation It’s ok to take the plunge Infinity A new chapter of one’s life opens up Sense of adventure Dreaming of a bright future Anticipation, optimism, excitement Taking a new direction Innocence and naivety Skills and wisdom Imagination, versatility, competence, use of one’s talent OSHO – Existence; Knowledge Good judgment, self reliance, trusting Intuitive wisdom Non – romantic relationship OSHO – Inner Voice Progress, growth, fertility, confidence, harmony, intelligence OSHO – Creativity Wisdom, power, strength, courage, leadership, fair play, reason, ruling, emotions OSHO – Rebellion Educative, teacher, mentor Confirming and adhering to the values of an organization or society OSHO – No-thingness Love, harmony, intensity, deep emotions, romance OSHO – Lovers Overcoming obstacles, victory, triumph Successfully handling internal conflicts Pooling of resources together and focusing on obtaining a goal / order Strength, courage, vitality, energy, self discipline, resistance to temptation OSHO – Courage; Past Life Caution, taking time to recuperate and center one’s life Withdrawing from the outside Consulting the wisdom within OSHO – Aloneness

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Wheel of Fortune

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Justice

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Hanged Man

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Death

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Temperance

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Devil

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Tower

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Star

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Moon

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Sun

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Judgment

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World

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Opportunities, change of fortune Beginning a positive cycle Destiny, gains, pleasant surprises Fortunate turn of events Balance Receiving one’s just rewards Truth, peace, fair outcome, breakthrough, karma Restriction, stagnation, stalemate Drain of energy, resources Limited availability OSHO – New Vision Transformation, rebirth End of an era, relationship Freedom, renewal, change of lifestyle, transformation Healing, self – analysis Patience, diplomacy, retrospect, moderation OSHO – Integration Domination, regression, instinct, controversy Primordial nature, the Id OSHO – Transformation Need to rebuild upon solid foundations Principles of honesty and humanity Truthfulness, revolution, revelation, traumatic change Peace, serenity, realization, understanding one’s purpose in life Rejuvenation, relief, welcome sight, inspiration, encouragement Promise of brighter things to come OSHO – silence Strong emotions, unconscious activity, illusion, introspection Sensitivity, heightened imagination, past lives Joy, success, satisfaction, enjoying the pleasures of life Conscious planning, building, organization, accomplishments and friendship, good health, high spirits, growth and harmonious development, innocence Major transformation, moving into completely different lifestyle, awakening to the call of destiny, new existence, rite of passage OSHO – Beyond Illusion Success, fulfillment of responsibilities, duties and commitments Completion, liberation, synthesis, order and sense of peace Confidence, lasting happiness, graduation OSHO - Completion