Sunday, July 17, 2016

Quick Reference Tarot Card Meanings

By Robert McDonald


There is something in most people's nature that is intrigued by the unknown. We may not really believe another person can predict what will happen in the future or be able to tell all about ourselves by looking into a crystal ball, but it is fun to speculate these things are possible. If you have ever been tempted to stop when you see a roadside sign advertising palm readings or pay to find out what lurks behind a closed curtain at a carnival show, you are not alone. Tarot readings seem somewhat exotic, and most people do not know much about them.

Most people like to believe that the reading of cards is an ancient art, one that goes back to ancient Egypt. This may or may not be true. It probably depends on what you read and who you think is credible. The cards may have a much more recent history than many card readers will lead you to believe. That being said, the cards seem to come in many versions and can be read in just as many different ways.

The Fool is an interesting card. It depicts a youthful individual who seems to have the whole world in front of him. Most readers will you tell that he represents freedom from care and day to day responsibility. He comes and goes as he pleases and never seems to make plans for the future.

The card called the Empress is an earth mother type of personality. She is creative and loves nature. Abundance seems to surround her as she takes everything in stride. The Empress is a confident, calm female entity who seems to believe that there are solutions to any problem that arises if you just relax and let things work themselves out.

Another card that is generally positive is the Emperor. This individual has strong opinions and a strong personality to match them. He is not opposed to going his own way and making unpopular decisions if he feels justified. His confidence and sense of power make him a formidable adversary, but he is not one to shy away from controversy and can be a strong ally.

The Hermit, not so surprisingly, symbolizes solitude, introspection, and even wisdom. The drawing on the card shows an old man with a long beard, cloak and cane holding up a lighted lantern. He apparently retreats from the outside world in order to contemplate the meaning of his life and the lives of others.

Many people are interested in the Lovers card. They might go to a fortune teller to find out about their love life, and this is the card they want to see. It represents sexuality, union, and the power of relationships. A reading of this card can be disappointing however, it it turns out that the union predicted is not between two people, but a person and a career for instance.

Having your future predicted according to the distribution of cards can be a lot of fun and a great way to pass some time on a lazy afternoon. If you are interested in more information, the internet is packed with people who claim to know what you are thinking and what is going to happen to you.




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