0 The Fool

Poised for adventure

Spontaneity
Passion
Initiative

Negligence
Indecision
Apathy
Hesitation
Foolishness

1 The Magician

Skill
Diplomacy
Determination
Self-confidence
Action

Weakness
Delay
Confusion
Misguided use of skills or will

2 The High Priestess

Wisdom
Uncommon sense
Knowledge
Enlightenment
Intuition
Comprehension

Shortsightedness
Ignorance
Conceit
Shallow

3 The Empress

Pregnant with possibility

Fruitfulness
Creativity
Abundance
Nourishment
Harmony
Prolific

Vacillation
Indecision
Delay
Anxiety
Sterility

4 The Emperor

Stability
Power
Protection
Leadership
Conviction
Reason

Ineffectiveness
Obstruction
Immaturity

5 The Hierophant

Marriage
Alliance
Tradition
Society
Conventions
Structure

Renunciation
Unorthodoxy
Defiance

6 The Lovers

Attraction
Love
Beauty
Synergy

Failure
Rejection
Separation

7 The Chariot

Victory
Force of personality
Determination
Will
Attraction of opposites

Ability to reconcile conflicts and problems

Weakness
Contradictions
Energies divided

8 Strength

Firmness of purpose
Power to tame
Gentle persuasion
Patience

Overwhelmed by emotion
Unfocused energy
Self-doubt

9 The Hermit

Prudence
Knowledge
Retreat
Reflection

Refusal to mature
Disguise
Isolation
Reticence
Sabotage

10 Wheel of Fortune

Destiny
Success
Letting go of control
Felicity
Change
Shifting elements

Impasse
Resistance
Excess
Denial

11 Justice

Equity
Rightness
Probity
Balance

Bigotry
Bias
Severity
Blame
Inconsistency

12 The Hanged Man

Trials
Sacrifice
Surrender
Vision
New outlook
Back against the wall

Selfishness
Struggle
Unwillingness
Procrastination

13 Death

Changed
End
Mortality
Rebirth
Transformation

Inertia
Sleep
Stagnation
Degenerate

14 Temperance

Moderation
Management
Equanimity
Accomadation

Discord
Frustration
Over-reaction

15 The Devil

Ignorance
Submission
Illusion

Force
Obsession
Bondage

Release
Freedom
Liberation through self-awareness

16 The Tower

Chaos
Ruin
Adversity
Upheaval

Tyranny
Oppression
Imprisonment

17 The Star

Opportunity
Promise
Faith
Fulfillment
Optimism

Imbalance
Disappointment
Wasted opportunity

18 The Moon

Transformation
Natural Cycles
Intense emotions
Spiritual awakening

Instability
Deception
Faades

19 The Sun

Enlightenment
Vitality
Contentment
Success
Vivacity
Lucidity

Loss of clarity
Delay
Disappointment
Gloom

20 Judgment

Redemption
Renewal
Improvement

Procrastination
Resistance
21 The World
Fulfillment
Prosperity
Gratitude
Contentment
Wholeness
Inertia
Stagnation
Action Required

Swords: identified with mental and spiritual activity

King of Swords
A mature man of power, with good instincts and high morals

Command
Authority
Determination

Cruel
Manipulative
Scheming
Evil intentions

Queen of Swords
An elegant, refined woman who has experienced sorrow and adversity

Quick wit
Perceptive
Absence
Separation

Malice
Untrustworthy
Gossip
Artifice
Deceit

Knight of Swords
Attentive and ready to rush in

Skill
Bravery
Capacity
Strength

Impulsive
Foolhardy
Troublemaker

Page of Swords
A confident young man who thrives on physical challenges

Vigilance
Agility

Unprepared
Unpredictable
Exaggeration

10 of Swords

Pain
Affliction
Death
End of cycle
Desolation

Courage to overcome problems

Gaining strength through adversity

9 of Swords

Anxiety
Failure
Guilt
Regret
Despair

Imprisonment
Scandal
Self-sabotage

8 of Swords

Inner conflict and turmoil

Bound by fears
Blind to the truth

Facing down ones fear

New strategies needed

7 of Swords

Design
Deception
Mistrust

Seek advice
Consider long-term outcomes

6 of Swords

Journey by water
Passage
Healing
Leaving troubles behind

Postponement
Stalemate
Obstacles

5 of Swords

Conquest
Disgrace
Defeat
Infamy
Dishonor

Indecision
Weakness
Misfortune

4 of Swords

Retreat
Solitude
Repose
Convalescence

Upheaval
Discontent

Opportunity
3 of Swords

Heartache
Pain
Sorrow

Amends
Healing
Recovery

2 of Swords

Ambivalence
Instability
Confusion
Need for guidance

Decision
Action
Caution

Ace of Swords

Opportunity for chance

Great force
Focus

Distraction
Obstacles
Opposition

Wands: associated with enterprise, growth and development

King of Wands
Embodies growth and new beginnings

Authority
Enthusiasm
Leadership
Passion

Austerity
Ignorance
Rigid detachment

Queen of Wands
She reveals her powers of observation and leadership

Affability

Growth
Development
Passion

Force
Temperamental
Agitation
Arrogance

Knight of Wands
He is shown as if upon a journey

Departure
Flight
Action
Change

Arrogance
Discord
Fear of commitment

Page of Wands
A young figure in the act of proclamation

Envoy
A messenger
Enthusiasm
News

Announcements
Warnings
Misunderstandings

10 of Wands

Responsibilities
Burdens
Priorities
Co-dependence

Delegation
Hidden agendas
Unloading

9 of Wands

Perseverance
Defense
Recovery
Resources

Obstacles
Adversity
Vulnerability

8 of Wands

Crossroads
Progress
Success
Goals
Beginnings
Promise

Jealousy
Dispute
Apprehension
Quarrels

7 of Wands

Courage
Advantage
Higher ground

Threats
Conflicts subdued

6 of Wands

Recognition
Success
Homecoming

Undermined efforts
Pride
Sabotage

5 of Wands

Competition
Sham
Disorganization
Disputes
Legal issues

Resolution
Negotiations
Compromise

4 of Wands

Celebration
Harmony
Fulfillment
Felicity

Setbacks
Constraints

3 of Wands

Fruition
Accomplishment
Enterprise
Effort
Partnership

Overconfidence
Preoccupation
Recognition

2 of Wands

Enterprise
Anticipation
Pursuit
Creative adventure

Setbacks
Delays
Frustration

Ace of Wands

Ambition
Renewal
Initiative
Motivation

Fall
Self-doubt
Low motivation

Cups: relates to emotions and creativity

King of Cups
A well-respected man, devoted to the arts and nature

Humanitarian
Compassion

Upheaval
Injustice
Vice
Scandal
Emotional instability

Queen of Cups
A dreamy woman holding the cup of her imagination

Relies on intuition and feelings

Attachment
Devotion
Commitment
Nurturing

Reactive
Selfish
Control
Obsession

Knight of Cups
He rides gracefully toward romantic adventure

Exhibits sensitivity and idealism

Artifice
Hesitancy
Fear of involvement
Infidelity

Page of Cups
A dreamer, The Page holds the symbol of love and feelings

Cooperation
Charisma
Passion

Detachment
Self-absorption
Withdrawal

10 of Cups

Contentment
Happiness
Family
Home
Hopes and dreams

Betrayal
Loss
Forced appearances

9 of Cups

Concord
Contentment
Fulfilled wishes

Mistakes
Excess
Imperfections
Problems

8 of Cups

Change
Search
Spiritual quest
Leaving something behind

Re-entering the physical world

Reconsider values

7 of Cups

Overwhelming options
Clouded judgement
Fantasy

Decision
Determination
Commitment

6 of Cups

Fond Childhood memories

Inheritance
New relations and situations are tied to the past

Time to let go of the past and move forward

5 of Cups

Loss
Grief
Disillusionment
Regrets

Improvements

Hope
Affinity
4 of Cups

Weariness
Apathy
Detachment
Withdrawal

Novelty
Renewal

3 of Cups

Exuberance
Fulfillment
Hospitality
Support
Celebration

Disinterest
Gossip
Loneliness
Isolation
Arguments

2 of Cups

Friendship
Balance
Partnership
Sharing
Understanding

Misunderstanding
Jealousy
Possessiveness
Stubbornness

Ace of Cups

Intimacy
Fertility
Beginnings
Openness
Insight
Abundance

Uncertainty

Instability
Ambivalence
Vulnerability
Erosion
Instability
Pentacles: represent the material world, such as possessions,
finances and job
King of Pentacles
The King is logical, methodical, responsible, and solid

Prosperity
Intelligence
Business aptitude
Mathematical and scientific attainments

Weakness
Materialism
Corruption
Erratic behavior

Queen of Pentacles
The queen is a dutiful and sympathetic earth mother

Fertility
Security
Dependability

Volatile
Moody
Dependent
Opinionated
Manipulative

Knight of Pentacles
Points the way to prosperity through hard work and focus

Utility
Responsible
Traditional values
Ethics

Malcontent
Workaholic
Obsessive

Page of Pentacles
A messenger of hope

Diligence
Material Rewards
Enthusiasm
Education

Delays
Procrastination
Frustration
Inability to follow through

10 of Pentacles

Security
Gain
Affluence
Domestic harmony

Family misfortune
Downturn
Legal battles
Connected to wills, investments, or property

9 of Pentacles

Self-sufficiency
Financial independence
Accomplishment
Sound judgement

Dependence
Restrictions
Concern
Financial loss

8 of Pentacles

Commission
Craftsmanship
Productivity
Efficiency
Expertise
Profit
Recognition

Mediocrity
Loss
Slowdown
Disorder

7 of Pentacles

Harvest
Profit
Rewards
Accomplishments

Financial anxiety
Speculation
Gamble
Loss

6 of Pentacles

Presents
Bonus
Charity
Accomplishments

Envy
Inequity
Magnanimity
Smugness
Insincere giving

5 of Pentacles

Spiritually or financially impoverished

Marginalized
Abandonment
Disenfranchisement

Compassion for the downtrodden

Courage
Gratitude
Hope

4 of Pentacles

Legacy
Inheritance
Sound judgment
Thrift

Greed
Stinginess

3 of Pentacles

Expertise
Enterprise

Skill
Teamwork
Ability
Recognition

Mediocrity
Ill-preparedness
Preoccupation with profit

2 of Pentacles

Balance
Harmony
Multi-tasking
Weighing all the information

Disorganized
Floundering
Overextended
Off balance

Ace of Pentacles

Prosperity
Contentment
Felicity
Awards
Gift
New ventures

Over extension of resources

False sense of security
Mismanagement