The Major Arcana cards in Tarot can provide insights into various aspects of life, and their upright and reversed positions can offer different perspectives. Below is a comprehensive digital reference guide that includes upright and reversed meanings, answers in Yes or No, and timing indications for each card. Free guide download is included at the end of this post.
0. The Fool:
Upright: New beginnings, adventure, spontaneity.
Reversed: Recklessness, missed opportunities.
Yes/No: Yes, but exercise caution.
Timing: Anytime; expect the unexpected.
1. The Magician:
Upright: Mastery, power, manifestation.
Reversed: Manipulation, untapped potential.
Yes/No: Yes, you have the tools to succeed.
Timing: Within weeks or when you take action.
2. The High Priestess:
Upright: Intuition, wisdom, hidden knowledge.
Reversed: Blocked intuition, secrets revealed.
Yes/No: No, trust your instincts.
Timing: Within months or during lunar cycles.
3. The Empress:
Upright: Abundance, nurturing, creativity.
Reversed: Neglect, creative block.
Yes/No: Yes, with nurturing and care.
Timing: Within months, especially in spring.
4. The Emperor:
Upright: Authority, leadership, structure.
Reversed: Chaos, lack of control.
Yes/No: Yes, if you assert yourself.
Timing: Within the year or when you take charge.
5. The Hierophant:
Upright: Tradition, spiritual guidance.
Reversed: Rebellion, challenging tradition.
Yes/No: Yes, with wise counsel.
Timing: Within months or during religious occasions.
6. The Lovers:
Upright: Love, harmony, choices.
Reversed: Conflict, difficult choices.
Yes/No: Yes, follow your heart.
Timing: Within weeks or during Gemini season.
7. The Chariot:
Upright: Success, determination, control.
Reversed: Directionless, lack of control.
Yes/No: Yes, with focused effort.
Timing: Within weeks or when you overcome obstacles.
8. Strength:
Upright: Courage, inner strength, victory.
Reversed: Weakness, self-doubt.
Yes/No: Yes, if you believe in yourself.
Timing: Within months or when you find inner strength.
9. The Hermit:
Upright: Introspection, solitude, soul-searching.
Reversed: Isolation, avoiding self-reflection.
Yes/No: No, take time for self-discovery.
Timing: Within months or during Virgo season.
10. Wheel of Fortune:
Upright: Destiny, cycles, opportunities.
Reversed: Resistance to change, bad luck.
Yes/No: Yes, but be prepared for shifts.
Timing: Within months, during Jupiter's influence.
11. Justice:
Upright: Fairness, truth, karmic balance.
Reversed: Injustice, avoiding responsibility.
Yes/No: Yes, but be fair and just.
Timing: Within months or during Libra season.
12. The Hanged Man:
Upright: Surrender, new perspectives.
Reversed: Refusing to let go, stagnation.
Yes/No: No, it's time to release and accept.
Timing: Within weeks or during Neptune's influence.
13. Death:
Upright: Transformation, new beginnings.
Reversed: Fear of change, stagnation.
Yes/No: Yes, embrace the transformation.
Timing: Within months or during Scorpio season.
14. Temperance:
Upright: Balance, harmony, moderation.
Reversed: Imbalance, lack of moderation.
Yes/No: Yes, with a balanced approach.
Timing: Within months or during Sagittarius season.
15. The Devil:
Upright: Materialism, temptation.
Reversed: Breaking free, newfound freedom.
Yes/No: No, resist the temptations.
Timing: Within months or when you let go of attachments.
16. The Tower:
Upright: Sudden upheaval, revelation.
Reversed: Avoiding disaster, internal chaos.
Yes/No: Yes, embrace change for growth.
Timing: Within weeks or during Mars' influence.
17. The Star:
Upright: Hope, inspiration, guidance.
Reversed: Lost hope, lack of inspiration.
Yes/No: Yes, trust your intuition.
Timing: Within months or during Aquarius season.
18. The Moon:
Upright: Intuition, mystery, subconscious.
Reversed: Deception, emotional instability.
Yes/No: No, trust your instincts.
Timing: Within weeks or during Cancer season.
19. The Sun:
Upright: Success, joy, vitality.
Reversed: Temporary setbacks, lack of clarity.
Yes/No: Yes, enjoy the positive energy.
Timing: Within weeks or during summer.
20. Judgment:
Upright: Rebirth, awakening, redemption.
Reversed: Self-doubt, resisting change.
Yes/No: Yes, embrace the transformation.
Timing: Within months or during Pluto's influence.
21. The World:
Upright: Completion, fulfillment, accomplishment.
Reversed: Incompletion, feeling stuck.
Yes/No: Yes, you have achieved your goals.
Timing: Within months, especially during Saturn's influence.
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