💡 Tarot Meaning Summary (Expanded)

Thousands of Tarot decks exist, richly reflecting diverse global cultures, beliefs (e.g., Celtic, Hindu, Kabbalah), and artistic styles. However, the core truth is that while the artistic vessels change, the underlying, unique meaning of each card and the ultimate outcome of a reading remain constant and universal.

🃏 Standard Tarot Deck Structure (78 Cards)

Major Arcana ( 22 Cards )

Minor Arcana ( 56 Cards ) is divided into four suits :

Cups : WaterEmotions, love, intuition (14 cards)

Wands : FireAction, creativity, passion (14 cards)

Swords : AirThought, reason, challenges (14 cards)

Pentacles : EarthMaterial, finance, work (14 cards)

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The Major Arcana (22 cards)

  • Representing major life lessons, karmic influences, and spiritual themes.

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Tarot Cups

(14 cards)

  • Element: Water

  • Representative Meaning: Emotions, love, intuition, relationships, romance, creativity, and the subconscious.

  • Relates to: The Heart and Feelings.

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Tarot Wands

(14 cards)

  • Element: Fire

  • Representative Meaning: Action, will, energy, passion, inspiration, initiation, travel, and new projects.

  • Relates to: The Spirit and Vitality.

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Tarot Swords (14 cards)

  • Element: Air

  • Representative Meaning: Intellect, thoughts, logic, communication, truth, challenges, conflict, and sometimes sadness or difficult change.

  • Relates to: The Mind and Reason.

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Tarot Pentacles

(14 cards)

  • Element: Earth

  • Representative Meaning: Material possessions, finances, career, work, stability, security, physical health, and prosperity.

  • Relates to: The Body and the Material World.