The Major Arcana Cards In Tarot And Their Meaning — Part 1

Anuradha Sharda
4 min readSep 18, 2019

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If you are eager to learn about tarot reading, the best way to learn would be to enroll in an online tarot card reading course. But if you want to know about the basic tarot cards here we have listed major arcana cards and their meaning. There is a total of 22 major arcana cards out of which we have listed the first 12 in this blog.

The Fool

The Fool is the first card who is said to be the most vulnerable of all. When this comes up, one is encouraged to take on his open, willing energy, and embrace all that lies ahead without worry.

The Magician

The Magician card represents that you are a unique being. If The Magician comes up you shouldn’t wait but rather move forward and accomplish what you’ve set out to do.

The High Priestess

The High Priestess represents awareness and subconsciousness. This card urges you to listen to your inner voice and to follow your instincts. Stop looking for answers from others and start asking yourself for guidance.

The Empress

The Empress, a feminine card, and encourages compassion, beauty, and love. Her influence is powerful if you absorb the energy of the natural world around you.

The Emperor

The Emperor shows leadership and power. He represents structure and solidity and is a reminder that you, too, hold power over your own life, and what happens to it.

The Hierophant

The Hierophant is said to be the messenger from the heavens. If The Hierophant comes up in your Tarot reading, you should follow the rules, and find a spiritual perspective on your current situation.

The Lovers

This represents the close relationships in your life. If it comes up, your love life needs extra focus and attention.

The Chariot

This card is connected to natural drive and determination indicating an upcoming victory. If you combine the knowledge of your mind with that of your heart and spirit, you can be an unstoppable force.

The Strength

Strength means inner strength rather than physical strength. It is to remind you that you are strong enough to handle whatever you are facing and you will be stronger when you come out of it.

The Hermit

The Hermit as the name suggests yearns to be alone. A hermit’s way of living is to process what is happening in life by withdrawing from the world and creating a quiet space of solitude.

The Wheel of Fortune

The Wheel of Fortune is constantly revolving. This Tarot card reminds you that nothing is permanent, and, good or bad, you must cherish the lessons that this moment is bringing you and not get disheartened by life.

The Justice

Justice card reminds you that karma is real, and there is a consequence for every action. If this card comes up in your Tarot reading, make sure you are acting in a justified way in all your interactions with others.

These are the first 11 major arcana cards in tarot. In the next article, we will tell you about the next 11 major arcana cards and their meanings. Afterwards, you can decide if you want to enoll in an online tarot card reading course or not.

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Anuradha Sharda

Anuradha Sharda is a Tarot Coach & Vedic Astrologer in India with more than 20 years experience. https://www.anuradhasharda.com/