When The Fool card appears in your reading, imagination, possibility, and creativity are empowered. The Fool can also appear as a warning to think carefully about what lies ahead – are the feelings guiding you going to lead you to behave recklessly, or regrettably? If you are trying to make a decision and the Fool turns up – sit on it for at least 24 hours and think carefully about the wisdom of your plans.
Many people consult the Tarot for information about pregnancy and fertility. There are several cards in the Tarot that are very closely associated with this area. So, which Tarot Cards indicate A Pregnancy? The cards are: The High PriestessThe EmpressThe MoonThe SunAce Cups3 Cups9 Cups9 Pentacles (with an Ace Cups or Ace Wands)Page CupsAce Wands Of the cards listed above the strongest indicators of a pregnancy are The Empress and The Sun. These cards are the most significant because they are Major Arcana, and because The Empress is the mother figure of the deck and is depicted, at least in traditional Rider-Waite based decks, as a woman who is quite possibly pregnant, and is the symbol of fertility and new life. The Sun is significant because it is a card about new life and growth and depicted upon it is a cherub, symbolising to many a baby. When the sun shines life flourishes, new growth is encouraged and life prospers. Think of greenery and wildlife returning to nature after a bleak winter – it is evocative of fertility and abundance. The Ace of Cups indicates a new opportunity for love, a new beginning and if this card was drawn in response to a question about pregnancy it should be interpreted very positively as would the 3 of Cups and the Page of cups. On their
The Ace of Swords wields an almighty force - one that changes lives, starts revolutions, and if in the right hands can truly change the world. Whether on a global or a personal scale, this Ace has immeasurable power... combined with the emotional detachment of the swords suit, this is one card that can have chilling implications. Who wields its power? That is the question that comes to my mind when I'm presented with Rider Waite's Ace of Swords in a reading. This sword smacks of power and force and strength in the hands of one who is unseen. Is it a weapon, or is it a protector of the people? The sword serves evil with as much valor as it does good. Therefore we need to ascertain, as quickly as we can, whose hand it is that grasps this mighty sword? The sword is a statement in duality - the further you scratch the surface the further you will see this applies. On the most basic level the sword is a man-made weapon, yet, it is a symbol of justice. It is made of steel yet represents thought. It wields power, but is signified by air... and this is just the surface layer. The greater the strength of she who wields the sword the more powerful it shall become. In the wrong hands,
Keywords Expression, production, work, contribution Range of Meaning Light: Finishing a project. Setting and meeting standards. Performing according to specifications. Making something others value. Creating something new. Doing your part in a group project. Delivering exactly what others have asked for. Shadow: Pandering to the tastes of others. Failing to deliver what you've promised. Not delivering your best work unless closely supervised. Ignoring or breaking agreements with those who have invested in you. Refusing to do your part. Failing to abide by a clearly-outlined agreement with yourself or others. Correspondences Numerology: 3; The Number Three (3). The result; expression, productivity, output. Astrology: Mars in Capricorn Affirmation "My work produces results." Story: The Main Character achieves a result that no other characters have been able to attain. Advice Relationships What are the terms that govern your relationship? What have you agreed to do? What roles and responsibilities fall to your partner or friend? The health of any relationship is directly related to the effort both partners make to fulfill their obligations. If you haven't discussed terms, do so. Work It's time to review contracts and agreements. To what extent do you deliver an honest day's work? To what extent is this fairly compensated? If you agreed to work for a certain price, you should fulfill that agreement, even if you underestimated the time and effort involved
Keywords Evaluation, decision, budgeting, diagnosis Range of Meaning Light: Weighing options. Comparing prices. Determining the value of one option over another. Juggling resources to make ends meet. Making difficult choices based on what's best for your body or your bankbook. Looking at the bottom line. Asking for a second opinion on health issues. Shadow: Engaging in endless price comparison. Putting off a buying decision for fear of finding a slightly better value later on. Buying something without regard for value. Breaking your budget with unnecessary expenses. Engaging in behavior with no regard for how your body or bankbook will be impacted. Correspondences Numerology: 2 The Number Two (2); duality, division, debate. Astrology: Jupiter in Capricorn. Affirmation: "Before taking action, I consider costs." Story The Main Character weighs the impact his or her course of action will have on everyone involved. Advice Relationships What does this relationship cost you? If this relationship were an investment, how profitable would it be? This card extends an invitation to consider the pros and cons of your relationship. Before taking action, consider what you have to gain ... and what you have to lose. Work How well do you balance demands of work and life? Remember: you should be working to live, not living to work. If the job is dominating your schedule, press back. If unfettered playtime is ruining
Keywords Health, wealth, practicality, receiving Range of Meaning Light: Outlining a plan for achieving prosperity. Becoming aware of opportunities to improve income or health. Realizing you have everything you need. Appreciating everything the Universe has given you. Receiving the perfect gift at the perfect time. Shadow: Indulging in relentless consumerism. Wanting more, no matter how much you have. Obsessing on your account balance. Suffering from hypochondria. Consuming blessings without expressing gratitude. Taking what you want without concern for the needs of others. Correspondences Numerology: 1 The Number One (1) is the origin, the starting point, the seed, opportunity. Astrology: Capricorn, Taurus, Virgo Affirmation: "I am open to and thankful for my blessings." Story: At the last minute, the Main Character stumbles on a resource that will enable him or her to triumph. Advice Relationships While money and sex can be used to "buy" attention, they cannot purchase true love. An opportunity to have what you've always wanted (at least, in a physical sense) may or may not satisfy your craving for genuine affection. The motive behind a gift means more than the gift itself. Work An opportunity to earn more money or work in better conditions may come your way. As always, though, you must balance this against the requirements and constraints of such a position. Money is important, but not all-important. Weigh all your
The King of Swords was born to be fair and just and righteous, for the king swords to appear in the reversed position we know that his path has altered due to experience or circumstance. It is interesting to question whether this king when reversed, was not someone who chose to become ill-dignified, but whether he was someone who was corrupted by insurmountable adversity. Given the King Swords is dignified by the Element of Air, and is the highest thinking archetype in the tarot, with an enormous capacity for intellectual (not necessarily emotional!!) intelligence, he rationalises (in his own irrational way – perception is a reality after all) his behaviour. That he did not just succumb to greed or darker forces; there was a life changing event that corrupted his ability to be himself… our King was victimised, and it changed the fabric of his being. As he is dignified by the Element of Air, and is intelligent, he rationalises (in his own irrational way – perception is a reality after all) his behaviour. Remember, though, there was a time when he too aligned himself with the loftier values he has it in himself to honor, his birthright. However, he lost himself in over analysis and calculation and forfeited his more human side and ended up crippled instead. King Swords Does the experience of abuse reset you
The Eight of Cups February 19th-28th Pisces in Saturn Turning away from what is offered - rejection of that which you are a part of. For example, stability, opportunity. It is a turning away from something that is benign, something that does not imply an immediate threat. The figure in the 8 of cups is not running away, nor are they hiding. They are slipping away as they chose to, not in flight from imminent threat. Inability or refusal to confront fears or phobias, possibly indicating excessive shyness also. Relinquishing or refusing to take on responsibility or refusal to be accountable. Hiding your true self, masking who you are, and revealing it only to the select few. A second or secret life. An inner life. Personal insecurities, lack of self-esteem - do not be ashamed to let others see you for who you really are. The party, or event that's a flop .... ouch, if you get this card turning up around an event you've got planned - you're in trouble, drastic changes are needed Rx: Wealth material pleasures - security, money etc. Depression - do not dwell in the gloom of the past when possibilities surround you... open your eyes, do not live internally. Transcendence The eight of cups shows a figure heading away to begin again elsewhere. This card is about a
With the Two Wands the world is your oyster, you have so much going on, and so many ideas. You are capable of anything you set your mind and heart to. Be strong, be determined go after what you want, and be true to yourself. Your inspiration is Mars the Warrior... Two Wands As with all the cards in the Tarot, the Two of Wands, conjures many different meanings, feelings, visions and interpretations. This card is typically or traditionally seen as representing the contemplation of the future, or that which is unseen (beyond the horizon), the recognition of one's need to make choices and evaluate opportunities, as well as to take ownership of the power that lies in your hands. Personal Empowerment. The choices you make will become the reality you live, the Two of Wands reminds you, that you are the master of your destiny. This card is about you - and what is being presented to you, and what in turn is required of you. Mars is the planetary significator of this card. He brings to it all his fiery, confident, wandsy male energy. Mars is a warrior and his sign of rulership powers the 2 wands, and those who follow him, with vibrant enthusiasm. Self-doubt does not exist for Mars; he charges forward fearlessly, he will not be bound by worry. His decisions are made quickly and with full of
Recently the Four Cups has been jumping out at me with the meaning or message "the morning after". In it I see and feel the disillusionment and discomfort the querent or his/her friends are experiencing the day after their big night out. When I see the four cups this way, I feel that the querent has awoken had that "I feel like I've been run over by a bus, what on earth did I do to myself last night?" moment. They have already woken up with a throbbing headache, perhaps a dubious stranger in their bed, and the evidence of a night's debauchery around them. They are experiencing the regret of excess - not just because of how hard they partied and the toll taken on their body. But also, because they have carelessly gone through all their party supplies. They are officially 'out of supply' and unable to top up in the foreseeable future. Therefore their pain of today is unavoidable. In this light what happened last night whilst fun doesn't quite seem worth it anymore. If The Devil or The Star turn up next to the Four Cups, when being read this way, multiply the level of debauchery significantly and look carefully for indications of legal repercussions ensuing as a result of the festivities enjoyed. Amber @ www.intothesoul.com
The ten of swords is the final number card of the sword suit, indicating your completed journey through this particular world of the tarot. This card shows us clearly an end from which there is no returning; the worst has happened, nothing can be changed or saved, nothing can be 'fixed'. The idea, the thought, the dream, it's over. A new beginning must be your focus, you cannot hold onto the old ways any longer. I often make the point that in the swords suit, which correlates to air and thought, that in the majority of this suit you really are able to take control of your thoughts and perception and prevent yourself from suffering the points of the swords. What I mean is that in the swords its your thoughts that are hurting you, change your thoughts and you change the suffering. However, With the 10 of swords, it is too late. You have been pierced already and you are suffering. You will not find a way to avoid this. All you can do is prepare; think ahead and plan how to cope with the mental distress you will be facing. I truly believe that the most important thing that I can share about this card is its gravity. You have to take it seriously. If this card appears in a reading, serious stuff
When I look at The Four Swords, in the Rider Waite Deck (RWD), I put myself immediately in the situation of the prone man lying on the tomb. I feel it's almost too painful to even think outside of my current needs and situation, all I can do is stay alive, barely. If I do attempt anything further those swords might just fall and pierce my brain… so right now it's better to be still and have a time out. In the RWD the time out seems peaceful and there's a nobility about it and the sense of honourable service somehow implied. Definitely a feeling of vigilance and retreat here. However there is also a darker side to this card. We must remember that the swords are the suit of Air. Those four swords are actually 'thoughts', they are not events or circumstances and their power to hurt or affect us is based upon our mental strength. We should be able to shake away those thoughts... but in times of depression that is impossible. To me this card signifies depressive moods and isolating oneself due to prolonged and overwhelming sadness. Still hope remains, despite being locked alone in this dark room with your thoughts, the window view is enough to confirm that vibrant life is going on outside, almost within reach. The universe never gives up on us and a second chance at happiness is always offered. However,
