GENERAL DESCRIPTION Flashcards
(82 cards)
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THE FOOL
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a new beginning
an end to something in your old life
foreshadows important decisions ahead
(which may not be easy to make/involve an element of risk)
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THE MAGICIAN
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intelligent and skilful communicators
self-confidence and drive
translate ideas into action
strength of will and determination
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THE HIGH PRIESTESS
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good judgement strong intuition instinct over reason trust in the wisdom of your heart warning of concealed facts or influences
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THE EMPRESS
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strong maternal influence harmony in marriage/family strong bursts of creative/artistic energy. strong possibility of pregnancy (not necessarily your own)
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THE EMPEROR
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powerful male influence leadership and authority, self-discipline stability through the power of action advancement or promotion responsibility, action and leadership
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THE HIEROPHANT
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Doctrine (religious/political belief) teaching and guidance rigid authority moral, religious, and social conventions path towards fulfilment
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THE LOVERS
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love (in varying forms) important or difficult choices paths to two very different futures difficult choices correct decision/positive outcome are within reach
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THE CHARIOT
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hard work (long and difficult) rough roads and long uphill slopes dead ends, and setbacks strength of purpose organisation, endurance, and confidence
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STRENGTH
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fighting illness/injury will recover courageous and head-on perseverance and will take command of your own actions/emotions (before they damage you/loved-ones)
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THE HERMIT
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careful examination of situations/decisions
inner reflection,
physical, or a search within
deep and honest introspection
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THE WHEEL OF FORTUNE
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life's cycles good beginnings aspects of luck beyond your control and influence don't agonise over what you can't control
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JUSTICE
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kindness and fairness towards others/yourself positive resolution unfair, abusive, or shady and immoral (warning to change your ways) seek out balance in your life
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THE HANGED MAN
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upheaval or change in your future
(beyond your control/unable to turn back from)
sacrifice
permanence
give very careful thought to the decisions in your life.
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DEATH
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permanent, significant, and absolute change
complete (painful) severance between past and future, sense of loss/leads to acceptance
moving forward
end of a close friendship/job/marriage/life
do not focus too greatly on the negative.
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TEMPERANCE
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find balance in your life
approach problems with a calm demeanour
Tread carefully in any major decisions
confidence that good decisions lead to a good resolution
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DEVIL
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entrapment
(a situation from which there is no escape)
road leading to entrapment
need for prudence/caution
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THE TOWER
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disruption and conflict
unforeseen and traumatic events
a threat
life involves tragedy, face it with grace
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THE STAR
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period of respite and renewal
spiritual, physical, or both
recovering from illness or injury
light in the darkness
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THE MOON
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not what it seems misunderstanding/truth you cannot admit something important being kept from you source of worry or depression use intuition to see past the subterfuge (deceit)
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THE SUN
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personal gain personal goals and joy are within reach invest the effort to actualise new personal venture (marriage/beginning a family)
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JUDGEMENT
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transition/change that springs from reason
long-term plans coming to fruition
let your mind guide the decision
Logic is a better guide than intuition
major decision that shapes the next chapter of your life.
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THE WORLD
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major and inexorable (unstoppable) change
end to the Old and a good beginning to the New
growing maturity/inner balance/deeper understanding
final sense of identity/security in the self
falling away of boundaries
travels or journeys
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THE SUIT OF CUPS
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emotions, the unconscious, Creativity, and intuition
relationships, imagination and inner world
uncontrolled feeling, fantasy, and disconnect with inner voice.
PISCES CANCER SCORPIO (water)
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KING OF CUPS
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worldly and calm projection of authority
someone who will aid you in achieving your goals
(unconcerned/distant but their motivations are pure)
advice they give will be important and should be considered in your own thoughts
inner strength/control of emotions.
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QUEEN OF CUPS
Sensitivity/affectionate nature
emotionally open
stay in touch with emotional aspects of character
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KNIGHT OF CUPS
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victory achieved through cleverness/savvy mind
flights of wild fancy
maintain your focus w/ new initiatives
seek novel paths to accomplish goals
maintain sight of where you are going.
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PAGE OF CUPS
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introspective nature( art/kind heart)
don't let credit you deserve pass you by out of shyness. someone (overlooked) in your own life aids you in pursuit of a goal
bearer of good news.
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TEN OF CUPS
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long goal
emotional undertones
mending of bridges between friends/family
inner emotional turmoil being resolved
lasting emotional bonds
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NINE OF CUPS
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lasting or powerful contentment in your life
nothing is permanent
you can expect to be truly happy
creative endeavour
good wishes for the future
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EIGHT OF CUPS
stability and security in your life at a personal cost
unfulfilled by your current life
move on/find courage to strike out in new directions
look closely at work/relationship/own beliefs
set aside some stability in order to find happiness
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SEVEN OF CUPS
inner self, unconscious, realms of your imagination
hopes, dreams, and unrealised aspirations are fair game
deep confusion/lack of understanding of motivations
Look carefully at your own motivations
reexamine your goals
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SIX OF CUPS
rooted deep in the past
happiness
family/old friends,/past lovers, are adding to joys in life.
past effort/labours of love/personal projects
emotional reward
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FIVE OF CUPS
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warning of loss and disappointment
emotional setback in your life
emotionally invest in project or goal
regret or heartache
(optimism; this too shall pass.)
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FOUR OF CUPS
Apathy
break out of your current cycles
Seek out causes/people to care and fight for
Make new goals/then seek out new paths to reach them
take risks
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THREE OF CUPS
celebration and cause for it
great happiness in the future
joy which will last/be shared with those around you
completion of a project/birth
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TWO OF CUPS
Powerful partnership
absolute trust and commanding respect
emotional love affair/deep and abiding friendship
source of happiness for you, though
their well-being will be as important to you as your own.
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ACE OF CUPS
beginning of period of strong emotional health
copious joy, happiness, and love
Existing personal relationships strengthen
meaningful new ones form
Foundations for marriage
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THE SUIT OF SWORDS
intelligence, logic, truth, ambition conflict and communication
power of intellect
abusive, harsh, and lack empathy.
GEMINI LIBRA AQUARIUS (air)
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KING OF SWORDS
professional aspects of authority
someone who will aid you in legal/business
(assertive/seek to dominate you in their confidence)
their primary motivation is unlikely to be emotional
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QUEEN OF SWORDS
perceptive, sharp-witted and professionally distant
aid and counsel (possibly a teacher)
trusted and interest in you, but unlikely romantic
A powerful ally
respect their intelligence rewarded with guidance
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KNIGHT OF SWORDS
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forceful personality
zealous dedication to success, razor-sharp intellect
a formidable enemy.
headed for turbulent times
successfully faced with decisive action
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PAGE OF SWORDS
stubborn and opinionated
strong analytical skills/energetic nature
identifying reason for issues/excellent negotiator
many important decisions in short time frame
Trust in your reason/judgement to navigate difficulties.
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TEN OF SWORDS
disaster which cannot be avoided
complete unavoidable failure
not be small or easily overcome
stay strong, new dreams can be built from the ashes.
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NINE OF SWORDS
powerful mental anguish
casting a negative light on your actions/abilities
paranoia/sleeplessness/fear/depression/loneliness/isolation
Beware pushing away those seeking to help you
find the courage to reach out for help
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EIGHT OF SWORDS
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held back by something beyond your control
bad boss/international politics
restricted options
frustration and anxiety
patience and preparation
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SEVEN OF SWORDS
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forces opposing you
single source of your frustration
identify that source and change your circumstances
sabotage
be cunning instead of confrontational
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SIX OF SWORDS
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mental focus
leave your current troubles behind
better times ahead
face your problems from a mental standpoint
the worst is over
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FIVE OF SWORDS
conflict with traumatic defeat
retreat and regroup
injury to pride or self-esteem
Handle defeat with grace and move on
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FOUR OF SWORDS
order and stability
respite from the battles in your life
temporary peace
recovery from prolonged illness.
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THREE OF SWORDS
significant pain by conflict
disrupted partnership or friendship
new beginning
face your pain honestly
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TWO OF SWORDS
balance of forces
equal distribution of force in opposition
mediate a conflict
caught in a dilemma with no clear outcome
The resolution of this state will bring peace
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ACE OF SWORDS
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focus, determination, and an intellectual capacity
change through warring forces,
internal conflicts
reasoning regarding inner consciousness
keep energetic
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THE SUIT OF WANDS
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passion, inspiration and willpower
primal energy and cycle of creation
action, ambition and making plans
recklessness and lack of direction
LEO ARIES SAGITTARIUS (fire)
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KING OF WANDS
upcoming financial windfall
masculine authority figure (a leader and arbitrator)
aid in solving a dispute
Be open to the advice of those with more experience
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QUEEN OF WANDS
outgoing and friendly personality
extroverted but self-contained
strong attachment to your friends/family
someone close to you who you can rely on
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KNIGHT OF WANDS
spontaneity, shifting your positions quickly
capricious (inconsistent) but enjoy your energy
change in the form of travel
change in environment
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PAGE OF WANDS
good news from/about a youthful individual
boundless energy, deep loyalty, and love of learning
new project
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TEN OF WANDS
working too hard
taking on more burdens
excessive workloads in pursuit of your goals
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NINE OF WANDS
struggles ahead and the capacity to overcome them
trouble in less critical aspects of personal/professional life
maintain the current situation
move forward when progress becomes possible
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EIGHT OF WANDS
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abrupt increase in the pace of life
busy but success
projects will progress quickly
needing to travel for relationships
buckle down and get to work
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SEVEN OF WANDS
courage, and the perseverance
Expect conflicts, possibly small, but significant
Uncertainty
possess the ability to overcome your adversaries (opponents)
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SIX OF WANDS
recognition for your past work/material reward
success/good news
magnanimity (generosity) and grace
do not let the good fortune go to your head.
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FIVE OF WANDS
struggle and aggravation
competition
victory will come at a personal cost
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FOUR OF WANDS
Peace and security in the smaller aspects of life
good endings and fresh starts
beginning a new relationship/marriage/engagement
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THREE OF WANDS
creativity and inventiveness
productivity and accomplishment is favourable
new career opportunities/possibilities
be patient and stick around for the long haul
new allies/success in partnership
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TWO OF WANDS
formation of/success in partnerships
reap the rewards of partnerships
financial gain or promotion
insecurity or worry
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ACE OF WANDS
new business enterprise
childbirth
harness innovation, enthusiasm, and ambition
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THE SUIT OF PENTACLES
worldly and material, financial matters
security, stability, nature, health, and prosperity
long term future/career/generosity/household/business investments/sensuality
greed, jealousy, miserliness(frugality) and unbridled ambition
TAURUS CAPRICORN VIRGO (earth)
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KING OF PENTACLES
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mature and dependable maturity
success and status
people who can aid you
(value prudence of intelligence)
financial windfall or promotion.
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QUEEN OF PENTACLES
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family
financially adroit (skilful)
pragmatic (realistic), practical, nature.
aid in financial matter
how to manage your money.
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KNIGHT OF PENTACLES
patience, honour, and dependability
| dependable bearer of good news
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PAGE OF PENTACLES
introspection and conscientiousness
good tidings to you/young people close to you
in academic or financial fields.
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TEN OF PENTACLES
financial security and emotional well-being
close relationships with friends and family
inheritance
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NINE OF PENTACLES
financial reward borne of hard work and careful planning
reward for prudent action
time of hardship is ending/pleasant living beginning
solitary individual
lack people to with whom share your gains
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EIGHT OF PENTACLES
creative inspiration or craftsmanship
skills you are still trying to master (hobbies)
prudent and organised
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SEVEN OF PENTACLES
avoid failure but fall short of success in an endeavour.
achieve your goals but not in the time hoped for
setbacks, slow/difficult progress
avoid becoming too hesitant/timid
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SIX OF PENTACLES
generosity
(financial investment/advice and support for a friend)
success from the generosity of someone else
benevolent acts and charity.
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FIVE OF PENTACLES
financial matters, employment, or relationships
duplicity, loss of jobs, and the possibility of infidelity
evaluate what matters in life/work out priorities
to mitigate the damage let some others fall away
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FOUR OF PENTACLES
gift or inheritance, business savvy
financial and material security
pleasant chapter of your life,
emotional and spiritual needs are satisfied
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THREE OF PENTACLES
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clear sense of purpose
hard work gains recognition it deserves
maintain your own pace
rely and trust on others
material reward/sense of lasting accomplishment.
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TWO OF PENTACLES
change, and of balance.
final outcome depends on response to challenges
best outcome through prudence and careful planning.
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ACE OF PENTACLES
positive new beginning
productive period
relationship on stable ground
content with your situation.
