Quite often, people who are just starting their acquaintance with tarot cards and layouts do not know where to start. What prediction schemes to use and how to interpret them correctly. How to understand the relationship of cards and trace the chain of development of the situation. To do this, consider the simplest and most versatile layouts that can be used for divination.
They can be used for any situation or issue, as well as for any area of a person's life. To begin with, it is worth learning how to interpret simple layouts for a maximum of 5 cards. Do not chase the number of cards used in divination.
On the one hand, it may seem that the more cards in the layout, the easier it is to answer the question, on the other hand, this is not so. Extensive layouts contain a large amount of information intended for analysis, and also most often in large types of divination there is a complex scheme of the relationship or influence of one card on another.
Before proceeding with the layouts, you must select a deck. The Rider-Waite tarot deck is considered a classic. Study its images and get acquainted with the interpretation of each card.
After that, you can study the available layouts, write them out with a breakdown of the positions and the rules for laying out cards. The first time before the prediction, you can write down the position and position number of the card on a blank sheet of paper, on the contrary, write down the dropped card. It is better to always write down the result of fortune-telling - this helps to track the trend in the development of the situation when you re-apply.
Mostsimplealignment
This is a classic 3 card
1 - description of the past.
2 - a characteristic of the present.
3 - forecast for the future.
Option 2, 1, 3 can be used to view the pros and cons of the current situation, to choose one option out of two, to view the right and wrong decisions. Where position 1 is either a choice or a situation. 2 and 3 - pros and cons, options.
For this scenario, a specific question is asked. Also, for such a position of the cards, you can choose a suitable interpretation of the cards, adapted to the situation or question. The most common topics are personal relationships, couple relationships and the relationship of one partner to another. With the help of this alignment, you can help choose a profession or make a choice from two options.
For example, there is a couple, She wants to know how the relationship with Him will develop in the next 3 months. She asks the question: “What kind of relationship awaits us for 3 months?”
The alignment according to the scheme 1,2,3, where 1 is a description of the relationship in the first month, 2 is the development of relations in the second month, 3 is a summary of what awaits the relationship in the third month. Let's say the following cards are dealt:
- - 1- 10 Swords - 1 month, separation is possible, termination of relations in the form in which they were, the departure of something better.
- - 2 - Mage Inverted - 2 months - nothing new should be expected from the relationship, perhaps the relationship will end within the first month.
- - 3 - 6 Pentacles Inverted - 3 months - one of the partners is not interested in the relationship, there is no contribution to the relationship, there is no support.
If we consider on this prediction just the current situation, with the same cards drawn, then the result will be the following.
1,2,3 - 1 - present, 2 - past, 3 - future.
1 - 10 Swords - the situation that has developed, the fortuneteller is no longer able to change. Perhaps your enemies are to blame. In this position, it remains only to muster up the courage and with a proudly raised head endure all the blows of fate. You have to learn a lesson from the current situation.
2 - Magician Inverted - your selfishness and self-confidence prevent you from making the right decisions. You may have made a mistake. You are not able to contain the situation, it is beyond your control due to your lack of self-confidence in this particular issue. Find inner balance, learn to live in harmony with yourself.
3 - 6 of Pentacles reversed - you just have to wait until the difficult period passes. The future promises you money spending, and rash and unnecessary. Learn to be careful with money, plan your expenses. Be careful not to fall into financial fraud.
If we consider this fortune-telling regarding the financial condition, then it can be concluded that a person has experienced some kind of financial loss or a difficult situation has occurred that required extra spending. Also, the Reversed Magician reports that in the past the person did not have financial stability. Summing up - you need to learn how to handle money, otherwise everything will be very deplorable.
"Cross"
It consists of 4 cards. This alignment can be used to obtain information about relationships, health, financial situation, professional activities. The layout can be performed both on the Major Arcana and on the minor ones. You can also use a full deck of 78 cards.
1 - a description of what is happening, the current situation, decoding the issue.
2 - what not to do.
3 - ways to solve the situation.
4 - the development of the situation, if you use the recommendations of the cards.
Consider the interpretation of the "Cross" layout for various situations.
For example: situation - relationship. She wants to know how her relationship with Him is. Divination is done on the Major Arcana. Dropped cards:
1 - Justice.
2 - The Hanged Man.
3 - Emperor.
Interpretation:
1 - a description of the relationship - this is either an already registered marriage, or everything goes towards this. The seriousness of relationships and intentions. It is always worth remembering that everything secret sooner or later becomes clear. Relationships can be more complicated than they first appear.
2 - what not to do - do not sacrifice yourself for the sake of others. The girl needs to find inner freedom.
3 - how the situation develops, what happens in the relationship - He is very significant for Her, influential, can serve as a patron. Stabilization of relations. You shouldn't push such a person away. It's time to create something more.
4 - relations develop and have their logical continuation.
The result that can be seen from the layout: despite the presence of one negative card (The Hanged Man), the trend in relations is positive, there is a development for the better, and there is stability in the situation.
For example: the situation is professional activity, how things are going at work. Fortune telling on the Major Arcana, the same cards fell out.
1 - description of the situation (Justice) - it is necessary to put things in order in their affairs, bring all documents into an appropriate state. Your professionalism, ability to negotiate and find a compromise with colleagues and partners, your responsibility and desire to do everything according to the rules can bring you a promotion. You are valued as a good worker.
2 - what not to do (The Hanged Man) - you should not put up with the circumstances, if you want to get a raise or an increase in salary - you should act.
3 - how to solve the problem (Emperor) - you need to move forward, you may have to show firmness and authority.
4 - how everything will be resolved (Court) - you will find a way out of a difficult situation, get what you are seeking. The main thing is to make an effort and not sit still.
Pyramid
There are some spreads that are used differently for women and men. Such a fortune-telling can be attributed to the prediction "Pyramid". For women, this is a layout for viewing the second half, viewing the likelihood of pregnancy or marriage. For men, such a scheme will tell about work, career and his professional activities in general.
That is, the same cards drawn for a man and for a woman will be interpreted differently. For a woman in the context of relationships, for a man regarding work. The layout involves 10 cards, which must be laid out according to the following scheme:
1 - a description of the current state of affairs, what is happening now in a person's life.
2 - how events can develop.
3 - hints - what was hidden, missed, forgotten, not taken into account. All this can positively influence the situation.
4 - the sphere of thoughts, what a person thinks, both about the current situation and the general thoughts that visit.
5 - the sphere of physical condition.
6 - the sphere of emotional position.
Positions 4, 5,6 - factors that can influence the situation.
7 and 8 - give advice on what to do, what actions to take in order to eliminate mistakes and misunderstandings.
9 and 10 - what should be avoided - these are your enemies and the negative component of the alignment.
A simpler version of the Pyramid layout, consisting of 4 cards. It can be used for any situation. Basically, fortune-telling is used to view personal relationships, or the relationship of two people (girlfriends, colleagues), or to view relationships in a couple. Prediction can be carried out both on the selected Arcana and on the full deck.
1 - the general condition of the fortuneteller, manners and behavior.
2 - features of behavior. The attitude of the mysterious person to the fortuneteller.
3 - the true state of the relationship. Comparison for compliance. This is what the fortuneteller wants, or the relationship went on an unplanned path.
4 - the prospect of relations, what is their future.
An example of the interpretation of the alignment, the cards that fell out:
1 - Jester (Fool).
2 - Knight of Cups.
3 - Empress.
4 - Justice.
1 - the state of the fortuneteller and his behavior - indiscretion, committing stupidity, rash acts. The performance of actions or spoken phrases, which the fortuneteller will later regret. Inconsistency of behavior with an adult and an adequate person, childishness, not taking what is happening seriously. A person can, with his own hands, destroy existing relationships. You should not place more responsibility on your partner than he can give, and more than you place on yourself. Don't provoke your partner. Do not expect maturity and wisdom from a partner when you yourself are not able to give it. You should not demand seriousness if you are not ready for it or behave inappropriately.
2 - next to such a partner, you must always be on the alert, be in good shape. A partner may have a desire to go to the left, so you should attract him to your side, constantly interest him in something and attract like a magnet, you should have a riddle that he needs to solve. But, despite this, it is possible that your partner behaves towards you more dignifiedly than you allow yourself. Why do you think that he can't flirt, but you can. Do not allow yourself more than a partner. Learn to be on equal footing.
3 - a description of a woman as a good housewife, mother and wife. A woman who is able to maintain a home, support and inspire her partner. But the romance is slowly fading away. But balanced feelings, love, stability come to this place. All this is more reliable and holds on tighter than outbursts of emotions and a violent manifestation of feelings. Perhaps the partner expects from his soulmate, maternal care and guardianship, depending on the home environment.
4 - the restoration of justice and the search for who is right and who is wrong does not always end in peace. Perhaps all this can lead to the collapse and division of property. This card shows that not everything is as simple as it seems. Everything should be approached with rationality and prudence. You should not overdo it, you always need to look for that line and that moment at which you need to stop, so that later you don’t have to clear the rubble.
When interpreting the cards, it is necessary to look at their meaning for a specific situation, so that the forecast is more adequate and concerns only the question asked.
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In order to start working with a magic deck, you first need to familiarize yourself with the meaning of each card - without this full-fledged and reliable fortune-telling simply will not work. The interpretation of Tarot cards is the most difficult, but at the same time the most interesting process for a tarot reader. And today we will talk about how you can interpret cards in general, how to learn to understand classic and specialized decks.
Ways to Interpret Tarot Cards
There are two main ways to interpret magic cards. The first is to study the basic meanings of each Arcana according to the instructions attached to the deck, specialized literature, various courses and master classes. The second is an independent study of the symbolic field of each card, when the tarologist simply takes a deck and gradually, carefully examining each Arcana, fixes his own associations associated with it.
It is difficult to say which method is better, since each master has his own opinion on this matter. So, for example, for a person with a rich imagination, the interpretation of the Tarot Arcana in an intuitive way may be more convenient than memorizing book interpretations. Someone generally prefers to combine both methods - acquaintance with the book, traditional meanings of the cards, as well as their own study.
Much depends on the deck itself. So, for example, the interpretation of the Rider-Waite Tarot cards usually does not cause any difficulties, since all the Arcana, including the Younger ones, are depicted in the form of simple pictures, the meaning of which can be understood without even looking into the book. But Aleister Crowley's Tarot Thoth cannot be known in an intuitive way, since the Minor Arcana are not drawn, and the meanings themselves, embedded in the cards by the author, are very different from the classical interpretations. Of course, for an experienced tarot reader, this deck will not be particularly difficult, but it will be quite difficult for a beginner to work with it.
Personally, I try to find an individual approach to each deck. I studied the Tarot of Thoth according to the works of Aleister Crowley himself, and only then I worked through each card on my own, adding my own associations to the traditional meaning, which I recorded in a notebook. I began to study the Wild Unknown Tarot intuitively, and only then, after writing down my own associations, I looked into the MBC - it turned out that my vision of the Arcana was very close to the meaning that the author put into them. The interpretation of Tarot cards in the layouts made on the deck of Nicoletta Ceccoli still changes depending on the subject of divination: these cards are more like metaphorical than traditional Tarot. MBC for this deck seemed to me not at all informative. But the Hermetic Tarot without a book attached to the deck turned out to be difficult to study.
As you can see, there is no single right way - it all depends on you. For example, I know one girl who generally does not look into reference literature in principle and works exclusively with her own feelings - her layouts always hit the mark, despite the fact that some of her interpretations are very far from the classical ones. So the interpretation of Tarot layouts is a purely individual thing.
General interpretation of the Major Arcana Tarot
Despite the fact that in different decks the interpretation of the same card may be different, the Major Arcana usually retain a similar meaning. Now we will consider the interpretation of Waite's Tarot cards - beginners can rely on these values. However, do not forget that the final interpretation depends on your personal perception and the specifics of the deck.
| Card number | Name of Major Arcana | Brief interpretation |
| 0 | Start, spontaneity, stupidity, something new, take risks | |
| 1 | Possibilities, action, concentration of will, awareness | |
| 2 | Intuition, inner voice, mystery, potential, trust | |
| 3 | Fertility, motherhood, abundance, harmony with nature, sensuality | |
| 4 | Power, structure, strength, management, control | |
| 5 | Adherence to traditions, compliance with the rules, spirituality, mentoring | |
| 6 | Relationships, choices made by the heart, love | |
| 7 | Will, victory, self-affirmation | |
| 8 | Inner strength, curbing passions, patience, self-control | |
| 9 | Loneliness, spiritual search, inner experiences, rethinking | |
| 10 | Fate, turning point in life, movement, change | |
| 11 | Responsibility, decision, cause and effect | |
| 12 | Suspension, victim role, letting go, drastic change | |
| 13 | The end of something, the transition to a new level, an unrelenting force | |
| 14 | Harmony, balance, coherence, moderation | |
| 15 | Attachments, bondage, materialism, pernicious passions | |
| 16 | Unexpected change, getting rid of something, upheaval | |
| 17 | Hopes, plans, self-realization, inspiration, appeasement | |
| 18 | Illusions, fears, dark side, fantasies, imagination | |
| 19 | Confidence, vitality, success, recognition, fame | |
| 20 | Karma, rewards/punishments, inner challenge, rebirth | |
| 21 | Unification, achievement, vision of the big picture, success, completion |
As you understand, the full interpretation of Tarot cards will be much wider than the values \u200b\u200bgiven in the table. But you need to expand the symbolic field of each Arcana on your own, based on your feelings.
So, we talked about the main meaning of the Major Arcana, now it’s worth moving on to the Minor. We will also take as a basis the interpretation of Tarot White. Please note that the interpretation of the Minor Arcana and court cards in different decks can vary, sometimes quite significantly.
Wands
- : new beginnings, breakthrough energy
- : Partnership, plans for the future
- : Success, leadership
- : Prosperity, harmony, enjoyment of the results of labor
- : Unrest, problems
- : Recognition in society, success
- : Competition, defending one's position, views
- : Rapid changes, communication
- : Self defense
- : Success that brings hardship
- : News, new interests
- : Travel, action, trip
- : Business acumen, activity
- : Activity, influence
Cups/Bowls
- : Creative energy, love, the beginning of a romance
- : Happy relationship, successful partnership
- : Holiday, party, celebration
- : Apathy, boredom, sadness, satiety
- : Depression, grief
- : Simple joys, nostalgia, greetings from the past
- : Confusion, multiple choices, illusions, dreams
- : Lifestyle change, leave something behind
- : Fulfillment of desires
- : Satisfaction, happiness, luck
- : News that touches your heart
- : invitation, offer
- : Intuition, help
- : Gentleness, advice, healing, kind soul
swords
- : Critical moment, success through difficulties, triumph of the intellect
- : Neutral position, waiting, balance
- : Separation, unhappiness, anxiety
- : Withdrawal from the world, rest, sometimes a hospital
- : Pointless struggle, restrictions
- : Get away from difficulties, troubles
- : Theft, deceit, refusal to resist
- : Fall into the trap
- : Mental anguish, restlessness, anxiety
- : failure, collapse, failure
- : Surveillance, obtaining information by phone or letter
- : Argumentation, destruction of change
- : Bad faith, bitter experience
- : Authority, ambition
Pentacles/Coins/Denarii
- : Material success, good health
- : Manipulation of money or time, frivolous attitude
- : New business, success
- : Success but reluctance to embrace change
- : Material losses, deterioration of well-being
- : Getting help
- : Willingness to work hard
- : New hobby, study, work
- It can be difficult for novice tarologists to interpret this or that card when it falls out in a thematic layout. So, for example, what can the Ten of Pentacles mean if we ask about a person’s feelings, if the main meaning of the card is money, property, inheritance? In fact, the interpretation of the Tarot for relationships is not as difficult as it sometimes seems. You don’t have to memorize some lists of keywords and rewrite in a notebook the meaning of each card in various areas of life - just turn on your imagination and think about how the traditional interpretation can manifest itself in a narrower way.
Let's take our example with the Ten of Pentacles: since the card speaks of property and money, then it can answer the question about a person's attitude as follows: he is more concerned about the material background of the relationship, some kind of personal benefit, than feelings. It may well be a marriage of convenience or a couple where one person has some kind of material benefit. A girl who holds on to a young man for money, or a man who is in a love affair with a “good party” - this may be this interpretation of the Tarot card. The Three of Cups in feelings will mean true joy from relationships, a celebration of the soul, or such an alliance in which lovers spend a lot of time in companies, parties, lead an active lifestyle in society. The main thing here is to think a little and turn on your imagination - then you can intuitively choose the correct meaning of the card in any thematic layout, not only in love.
Separately, it should be said about the interpretation of cards in specialized decks, which differ from the Rider-White, which is considered a classic. So, for example, the interpretation of Crowley's Tarot is simply impossible without studying the works of the author himself. The deck of this occultist relies on Kabbalah and astrological correspondences. It is filled with esoteric symbols, including those from Egyptian and Celtic mythology, so it will not be possible to interpret it purely intuitively. More precisely, if you wish, of course, it will work out, but without understanding the full depth of symbolism invested in these cards by the author, you will not be able to see many of the finest nuances of interpretation.The interpretation of the Tarot Decameron is based on the world of human passions. This deck is best suited for dealing with matters of love relationships. It will not work to tie the interpretation of cards to the classics when working with it - you need to study the specifics of the deck and penetrate the meaning laid down by the author.
The interpretation of the Tarot of Shadows by Vera Sklyarova is generally a topic for a separate discussion. Here you will not see the usual names of the Major and Minor Arcana, but instead you will meet with dark angels, entities, phenomena and objects. So, for example, Satan stands in the place of the usual Mage in this deck, and the fourth Arcana is not the Emperor at all, but Lucifer. Among the Minor Arcana there are magical herbs and objects, human vices and tools of sorcerers - in a word, the deck is very far from the classics, and in order to understand it, you need to be well versed in the world of black magic.
As you can see, there are many ways to interpret maps. And a lot depends on your personal perception and the meaning laid down by the author.
All people who are interested in divination on Tarot cards have heard the name of Rider Waite (White), because the deck he created is recognized as a classic option, from which tarologists repel when making their predictions of the future. Tarot Waite: the interpretation and meaning of the cards, as well as general information about the deck - that's what we'll talk about in this material.
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The history of the creation of the Rider Waite deck, its distinctive features
Of great interest is the personality of Waite himself - he was a comprehensively developed person, he was engaged in the translation of books, as well as writing his own works and research activities.
Rider White had his own vision of the use of Tarot cards. So, he called for using them exclusively as a mystical attribute and was against their magical use.
Assistance in creating his Tarot deck was provided to Waite by a woman with psychic abilities - Pamela Colman Street, an artist and a member of the Order of the Golden Dawn. It was she who developed the graphic image of the lasso.
Perhaps her drawings seem quite primitive at first glance, but they will tell in detail about the small details of the design and faces of the characters, which indicates the deep sacred meaning of the cards.
Before embarking on the interpretation of Tarot Waite, it is necessary to note the characteristic features of this deck:
- There have been changes in the plot illustrations of each of the 78 arcana. Prior to this, the Junior cards looked almost the same as the playing cards - they provided information only about the suit and value (4 “court cards” were an exception). And in his deck, Rider White developed an illustration for each of the minor arcana, embodying their deep meaning.
- Changed card order. So in Tarot, Waite fell into place.
- Another meaning of the card "". Prior to this, the 6th Tarot card was called "Choice" and depicted an insecure young man who could not make a choice from two ladies. In White's deck, the meaning of the lasso has changed dramatically - now the card depicts a biblical scene involving Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden and tells about original sin, love and passion.
- The "Genuine Tarot" is very symbolic, while the Waite Tarot is more esoteric. All arcana of the deck are described in a simple, understandable language. These cards can be used by beginners.
Description of the meaning of Rider White Tarot cards
Major Arcana
. The card will tell about reckless behavior, the stupidity of a youngster, tomfoolery, extravagance. It will also indicate uncertainty, incomprehensibility. In the opposite position: speaks of alertness, a waste of energy.
. A person strives for independent achievements, is distinguished by energy, strong will, skill, dexterity. Smart intentions to influence the world. The beginning of new projects, the birth of children. In the reverse position, he speaks of passivity, lack of will, conservatism, lack of experience. The real does not match the expected. Process inhibition.
. It is a heavy card that speaks of uncertainty, deceit, withholding information. One does not know who is really in control of the situation. He will also tell about the intuitive perception of the world, the influence of the subconscious on our lives. Reverse: secrets are revealed, the situation is clearing up, negative changes, materialism.
. Talks about action, initiative, the implementation of something. This is a card of creation, fertility, financial gain, stability. In the reverse position, he will talk about laziness, lack of action, creative lack of fulfillment, fear and addictions.
. Pointer of authority, father. The emperor speaks of fundamentality, solidity, material wealth, describes a person with a strong spirit. The mind prevails over the emotional sphere. A very successful lasso for men. Reverse position: there is no father or his influence is very weak, the routine of life is violated. Subordination.
(also called Priest or Pope). Evidence of teaching, mentoring. Predicts contacts, communication, friendship, mercy and spirituality. But at the same time there are no finances, sex, household order. In reverse: a period of intrigue, conspiracies of dark deeds, doubts.
. You may need to make a decision. The main meaning of the lasso is a love theme, and we are talking about true spiritual love, and not about sexual desire. In the reverse position: tells about the unrealistic plans, broken harmony, the presence of internal personal conflicts.
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It will indicate a zealous defense of its position, a period of conflicts and disagreements (can talk about military operations). A person will be able to cope with all the trials. In the reverse position: not enough vitality, knowledge. Stagnation period.
. Finding a balance between fear and haste. Kindness and strong will help to achieve what you want. In the reverse position: the intellect and instincts are in conflict with each other, your plans are collapsing, a force is released that is no longer possible to hold.
. It will tell about prudence, making informed decisions, but also about separation from the world, secret plans, asceticism, perfectionism, loneliness. A person does not depend on society, lives on his own. In the opposite position: an excess of perfectionism, a person demands too much from himself and others. Reckless behavior, dangerous for himself.
. It promises rather dubious luck, which is better treated as a surprise. He talks about strange gifts of fate, unexpected acquaintances, proposals, changes. In reverse, it demonstrates the desire for change, but instead of them, receiving delays and interference.
(also called Justice). In this case, the truth will triumph in any of its concepts. Karma controls the fate of a person and decides when and to whom to repay what they deserve. Perhaps the beginning of litigation, the conclusion of a marriage union. In the reverse position: negative karma is worked out, others are biased towards you.
. Arkan speaks of spirituality, the desire to comprehend higher wisdom, harmony and humility. The verdict of fate begins to act, negative karma is worked out. A person suffers from voluntary torment, illness. The reverse position will tell about self-love, selfishness.
. Something new comes, often unexpectedly. The current situation is changing. A person gives up his will, gains inner freedom. In the reverse position, he speaks of stagnation, a dead end.
(also called Abstinence). The map exposes certain frames, modes, systems. You have to put in the effort to get what you want. Monotonous work, lack of creativity. In the opposite form: he will talk about sharp violations of order, excessive emotionality, anxiety.
. It is a fatal lasso, the meaning of which is quite negative. It will indicate karmic attachments, selfishness, strong pride, increased aggressiveness. Man does not know how to love. In the opposite position: “enlightenment”, spiritual perfection is possible.
. Higher forces intervene in life, drastic changes. In the opposite form, it speaks of fear, internal tension.
. It is a karmic card, promises the fulfillment of the plan, but not now. The inverted "Star" speaks of depressive states, insecurity, detachment from everything, laziness.
. It will indicate danger, uncertainty, uncertainty, confusion in business. The person feels alone, abandoned. In the reverse position, he speaks of mercy, clarification of the situation.
. The fortuneteller knows how to enjoy life, his desires will be fulfilled. It is an indicator of triumph, reward, optimism. In the opposite position: the past prevents the completion of the present. Increased egocentrism.
. Any restrictions are eliminated, a person rediscovers himself, works out his bad karma. The reverse card will tell about a difficult period of life, resistance to change.
. A symbol of wisdom, gaining knowledge, openness, the desire to change, improve. The reverse lasso speaks of a partial victory, an unpleasant limitation in development and spiritual growth is felt.
This was the abbreviated meaning of the Rider Waite Tarot cards (Major Arcana). Also, considering the meaning of Tarot Waite, one should not forget about the group of minor arcana, which the following video will tell about:
The Rider Waite Tarot is a versatile and one of the most used decks in the world. It was created in 1901 by the famous occult researcher Edward Waite in collaboration with the artist Pamela Colman-Smith. The deck was published by William Ryder.
History of creation
The cards got their name from the two names of the creator and publisher. The deck is suitable for any kind of layout and the Tarot Waite value is easy for beginners.
The creator of the deck, Edward Waite, was a multi-talented person. He was interested in the history of Freemasonry, mystical knowledge. In the Order of the Golden Dawn, he held a high position and was busy researching the occult sciences. He conceived the Tarot deck as a kind of keys to the knowledge of the subtle world. In each lasso, he laid the symbolism of secret esoteric knowledge.
The composition of the Waite Tarot deck
A complete Rider Waite Tarot deck consists of 78 cards: 22 major arcana and 56 minor ones, consisting of 4 suits. Each card carries knowledge on astrology, numerology, Judaism, alchemy, magic. Tarot is used not only for divination, but also for the development of clairvoyance.
Major Arcana
The major arcana reflect the basic archetypes of a person of all eras and peoples. The interpretation and meaning of the cards in Waite's Tarot is based on them.. They carry information about:
Waite Tarot Interpretation
Let's look at the classic decoding of the major arcana Tarot Rider Waite. The meaning of the cards carries the most important information in the layouts:
- Mag. Initiative, activity, skill, success. Arkan offers to increase his skills, engage in self-realization, believe in yourself. A person with great potential, confident in his knowledge.
- high priestess. Patience, wisdom, intuitive knowledge. It can mean hidden mystical powers or the disclosure of those by a fortuneteller. The card speaks of the need to trust your intuition, focus on spiritual development.
- Empress. Motherhood, fertility, the birth of a child, the beginning of creative projects. Means entry into a new happy time of life, renewal, good health. For women portends marriage and conception.
- Emperor. A fatherly figure, a master, a boss, a person in power, a great rank. A call for the consistent implementation of ideas, the creation of order and structure, the taking of responsibility. Negative traits - dogmatism, stubbornness, rigidity.
- Hierophant. A person with the right worldview, a teacher, a guru, a saint. Arkan speaks of the influence of higher powers, calls for spiritual knowledge. Marriage, finding a teacher, turning to God.
- Lovers. Choice, true love, romanticism, inspiration, purity. The card suggests surrendering to the power of feelings: your partner experiences the most sincere love.
Chariot. Breakthrough, intensity, long trip. Arkan speaks of a powerful energy that moves a person forward, towards new achievements. The person is overexcited, resolute. It is important to soberly assess the situation.- Force. Love for life, passion, strength, fearlessness. Courage and determination helps a person to be a winner in any situation. The card symbolizes the fullness of powerful energy, the readiness to act.
- Hermit. Wisdom, self-knowledge, solitude, search for truth, withdrawal from the world. Arkan says that the time has come to think about spiritual development. Being alone will help you prioritize.
- Wheel of Fortune. Luck, luck, reward. This is a symbol of fateful changes that will bring happy opportunities. Card tip: try to take a chance, all changes are for the better.
- Justice (justice). Symbolizes harmony, justice, karma. The main idea of the lasso: what you sow, you will reap. He encourages you to think carefully about your words and decisions. Be honest, objective, responsible. Winning in court.
- Hanged. Self-sacrifice, voluntary renunciation of something. If this card fell out, then you need to wait, relax, limit yourself in order to achieve the goal. Symbolizes the transitional period, trials.
- Death. Completion, renewal, revival. Arkan speaks of a turning point, a new life stage. The questioner is invited to let go of the past and move into the future. Deep transformation.
- Moderation. Harmony, cooperation, tolerance, compromise, thrift. It is necessary to show diplomacy, to maintain balance in everything.
- Devil. Temptation, the dark side of personality, a dangerous temptation. The card warns of the danger of becoming addicted, losing control of oneself. Tip - beware of wrong decisions.
- Tower. Misfortune, black stripe. The Arcana Tower portends the loss of freedom, karmic retribution, the collapse of plans. The card advises to accept and wait out a period of difficulties.
- Star. The lasso shows the patronage of higher powers, the help of a guardian angel. The appearance in the alignment promises recognition, achievement of goals, harmony.
- Moon. Stay in the dark, the grip of fear. Depression, frequent mood swings. You are under illusion or you are being deceived. The Moon card advises moving towards the light, relying on intuition.
The sun. Happiness, fullness of life. The card carries only a positive value. She speaks of imminent success, prosperity. Often predicts the union of lovers, the birth of a child.- Court. Arkan marks the beginning of a new stage in a person's life. Change, transformation, spiritual rebirth. The card predicts successful projects and undertakings.
- World. Achievement of the goal, realization of the destination. One of the happiest cards in the deck. Its meaning: recognition, success, peace and peace of mind.
- Fool. The card means a new beginning, absolute freedom, the state of the child, optimism. The whole world is at your feet - boldly step towards the future.
Minor Arcana
The minor arcana show the details and details of the current situation, the current state of affairs, describe the participants, and predict the probable future. In combination with the major arcana, they can change the interpretation. They are divided into 4 suits, each of which has its own characteristics:
- Swords. Associated with the element of air. They talk about confrontation, struggle, conflicts, defeats and victories. They show a tough, smart, success-oriented person. A large number in the layouts warns of danger and enemies.
- Wands. Represents the element Fire. They portend growth and quick success to the questioner. They carry information about opportunities, chances for promotion, new beginnings. The appearance in the layout speaks of great vitality and self-confidence. They give optimistic forecasts.
- Cups. The connection with the element of Water makes this suit the most sensitive and emotional. The cards show our deepest feelings, love attachments, the psychological background of the situation. It is important to analyze the cups in relationship layouts.
- Pentacles. The element Earth endows this suit with pragmatism and prudence. Cards are directly related to material values. They show interest in profit and the level of well-being. Represent merchants, businessmen, bankers.
Location in the layout
The description of the meaning of the cards in the Rider White Tarot largely depends on the location of the minor arcana relative to the major ones and to each other.
Swords:
Wands:
Cups:
Pentacles:
- Ace - prosperity, great profit, prosperity.
- 2 of Pentacles - uncertainty, difficult choice.
- 3 of Pentacles - training, advanced training, skill.
- 4 of Pentacles - stability, small profits, stinginess.
- 5 of Pentacles - poverty, great losses.
- 6 of Pentacles - generosity, financial success, benefactor.
- 7 of Pentacles - investment, expectation of success, gradual growth.
- 8 of Pentacles - hard work, new skills, pay for work.
- 9 of Pentacles - financial stability, wealth.
- 10 of Pentacles - well-being, inheritance, strong family.
- Page - an offer to earn money, a devoted friend.
- Knight - reliability, patience, good prospects.
- The queen is a practical woman, a profitable union, comfort.
- The king is a rich man, patron, investor.
Understanding the Rider Waite Tarot is not so difficult if you remember the meaning of the lasso. It is enough to keep their list at hand for the first time, and it will soon be deposited in memory.
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The Celtic Cross is one of the most famous and oldest tarot card spreads. It is the most universal, that is, it is suitable for answering any questions, especially about how events will develop, what are the reasons for what is happening, what awaits a person, or how this or that situation arose. If you find it difficult to decide which alignment is best for answering your question, use the "Celtic Cross" - and you will not be mistaken.
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Alignment analysis to help resolve the situation.
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The alignment describes the likelihood of unexpected events in the life of the Questioner, their nature, and also gives wise advice on how to act in this situation.
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This alignment is good for considering a particular problem. With it, you can get the exact answer to your question.
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Comprehensive analysis of the situation.
A collection of thematic layouts for analyzing specific everyday situations - interpersonal relationships, legal issues, searching for missing things and those who "helped" these things to disappear, in-depth consideration of periods of a person's life, and much more ...
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A layout designed to analyze the condition of your apartment, as well as cases that may be related to your property.
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The alignment is used in order to understand what to expect from the upcoming visit of friends or relatives to your home.
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If something was stolen in the house, the alignment will help find the thief.
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The alignment is convenient in cases where the Questioner is not able to independently determine the problem. The alignment makes it clear in what area of life a problem will arise and how everything will happen.
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It happens that bosom friends can forget about their friendship, turning one against one. The layout is designed so that you can figure out a similar situation if it suddenly arose in your life. This alignment will help you understand where the grain of your conflict with a friend / girlfriend lies, what each of the participants in the conflict is experiencing, and also what can be done to return the relationship to its previous course.
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When the Questioner cannot concentrate on his problem, the "Key" alignment will do, which will help to understand the current situation, which will make it possible to move on.
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This alignment is used to analyze the state in which your apartment or house is located at the moment. The alignment will help you get an objective picture of the state of your property, as well as help you understand whether it is worth making any changes and what their implementation will bring.
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This alignment is used to create a big picture and to get an answer to a specific question.
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The questioner feels the bad attitude of the partner and wants to know the reasons for this. In some cases, this layout can also be used to analyze other relationships (boss-subordinate, parent-child, relations between neighbors).
2.10
This alignment is performed to highlight a specific problem, taking into account the lessons that the Questioner needs to learn from the current situation. But the main thing is to help the Questioner find the right solution to this problem.
2.11
We often lose things. Sometimes we just can’t remember where we put this or that object. And sometimes someone takes them without our permission and knowledge. With the help of this layout, you can find a lost thing or find out where it is.
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This alignment will help to identify a negative source for the life of the Questioner. The alignment is performed using a full deck of Tarot cards, but if the result of the prediction is not entirely clear, then an additional card is taken from the deck of cards, which will clarify the situation. If it turns out to be a curly card, then this question should no longer be asked - this card will describe the situation finally, once and for all.
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Analysis of the conflict situation between the Questioner and the person of interest to him.
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A karmic alignment that makes it possible to establish whether we act according to or against the will of the Questioner.
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What does the Questioner want and what prevents the fulfillment of his desire.
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When the questioner comes with a request to help make some kind of decision, then this alignment will help. In this scenario, not the Significator is chosen first, but a card symbolizing a problem or a situation in which a decision must be made.
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Daily complex layout of Tarot.
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This alignment provides a lot of information that allows you to analyze the problem and establish the cause of its occurrence and see ways out of the current situation.
2.24
This alignment shows a general picture of the life of a person who is being guessed at, his past, present and future.
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Large 42 card spread.
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This alignment will allow you to look at the personality of the person who is destined to bring love into your life: what qualities he or she will have, in what area his / her professional interests will be concentrated, what impression this person will make on you when you first meet him and much more.
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Analysis of relationships that are "on the verge".
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Searching for your soul mate.
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This alignment is good in cases where the question asked by the Questioner relates to the sphere of personal life or relationships with another person.
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This alignment is suitable both for analyzing relationships and for identifying and disclosing internal contradictions between partners. If the Questioner is interested in his relationship with a partner, then the right circle indicates the Questioner, and the left partner. If the Questioner is concerned about internal contradictions, then the right circle symbolizes consciousness, and the left subconscious.
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When a person appears in the life of the Questioner who claims to take the place of your current partner and the Questioner does not know which of them to stay and meet in the future, then the “Love Choice” alignment will come to the rescue.
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Looking for a new lover.
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This alignment is used to find out if a single person will find a suitable partner in the near future (in the next six months). With the help of the layout, you can get advice on how the Questioner should act so that this happens and how to behave so that this union develops successfully.
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The alignment is convenient in cases where the Questioner is worried about something in the partnership, when he is afraid for his future or feels that the partner does not treat him well enough. The alignment will present a general picture of the relationship that has currently developed between the partners.
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This alignment is great for analyzing a situation when the Questioner is not sure about the feelings of his partner or is worried about his behavior.
3.11
What kind of partner am I looking for?
3.12
Will I ever get married (Will I get married)?
3.13
The alignment is associated with a very specific problem: whether to remain in this union or part with this partner. The alignment allows you to take a broader look at the situation that has developed in the analyzed union at the moment.
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This spread is designed to help you better understand the task that your boss has assigned you, what pitfalls it hides and how it will affect your career. The alignment will help the bosses to understand whether the employee has the skills and ability to solve the task assigned to him or whether the matter should be entrusted to someone else.
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The spread is designed to help you figure out if you should be looking forward to a promotion in the near future, as well as to find out how it will affect your life.
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The alignment is designed to allow you to objectively assess the current state of affairs in your career.
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This layout will be useful for people with work experience who are looking for a new place of employment, and for people who are just taking the first steps in becoming in their professional field.
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The alignment is designed so that you can assess the prospects for the development of your career in your position. With it, you can understand what areas of professional activity you should focus on, what you should give up and what your current activity will bring to you.
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Making important business decisions.
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Can I start my own business?
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How am I doing with money?
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Is my chosen career really what I want?
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What worries me about my work?
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This alignment is used most often in cases where the Questioner wants and must make a decision regarding a change of job. It allows you to take a closer look at the pros and cons of your current job, and also shows the opportunities and challenges that may arise in a new job. With it, you can get specific advice and guidance on how to proceed in order to avoid mistakes and failures.
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This spread is for those who are considering retirement. It will help you analyze your current situation and understand how such a decision will affect your life.
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The layout is used when you already have health problems and you want to understand the reasons for its occurrence and see how it will develop.
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An alignment that allows you to find out where the disease came from and how to deal with it.
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The layout can be used both to analyze an already onset illness, and to check whether you are in danger of going to bed in the near future. If the first two cards do not cause you concern, then you can not lay out the cards to the end.
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The alignment regarding the state of health, when a health problem has already arisen and the question is what to do to avoid problems.
5.5
This alignment concerns only one side of the life of the Questioner - his health.
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Is there any reason to worry about health?
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The alignment is intended for women who are in a happy
waiting for the birth of a child. It is designed to help
expectant mother to understand herself and understand what qualities of her character
can help her raise a child.
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The alignment allows the Questioner to find out about the future of his child, about his abilities and worldview, and his fate. The significator is chosen according to the zodiac sign under which the child of the Questioner was born.
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This spread is specifically for women who are about to conceive and want to know what to expect during pregnancy and childbirth.
6.4
The main goal of this alignment is to understand how your child grows. What talents does he have, who does he want to become, what will interest him most of all, whether he will be whiny and painful, or will he enjoy the environment and grow up to be a strong and healthy child, as well as obedient.
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This spread is for mothers who want to know how their young children are doing. The layout will help you better understand how your children are doing, what talents and abilities are best developed in them, as well as find out how he builds relationships with the outside world, so that if necessary, help him with advice or deed. This alignment is performed for each child separately.
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Am I ready for the birth of a child?
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This alignment is designed to help future parents look into the future and try to understand who their future son / daughter will become.
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This alignment is intended for mothers who want to understand how things are with adult children. With it, you can understand how best to develop a child further, as well as find out how he is doing in various areas of his life.
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How do I deal with my physical and material problems?
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This alignment will help the Questioner when he is in a difficult situation that depresses him and negatively affects his psyche. And also when the Questioner would like to know what led him to such a state and how to get out of this crisis.
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This alignment allows you to find out what the previous incarnations were like, who the Questioner was in a past life. It is also possible to look into subsequent incarnations.
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What am I afraid of?
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Thanks to the “Path” layout, the Questioner will be able to learn about the more fundamental direction in which he has to move and at the same time better understand where it will lead him. The cards will tell about the behavior of the Questioner and his attitude towards this issue up to the present moment and will give recommendations for the future.
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This alignment is usually carried out to read the general condition of the Questioner at the moment, as well as to clarify the prospects and changes in a particular area of his life in the near future.
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The alignment allows you to look at the day ahead of you from a more accurate position and understand what changes it brings to you in the emotional, professional and financial spheres, as well as what surprises may lie in wait for you.
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New Year is one of the brightest holidays. The atmosphere of magic and peace is in the air, filling the hearts with light and love, and many people also want to know what the coming year has in store for them. This alignment offers you the opportunity to lift the veil of uncertainty and try to find out what the year will be remarkable for you.
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The alignment will allow you to look at the events awaiting you in the week.
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The spread will allow you to analyze the upcoming week and will allow you to understand what you should expect from each of the days.
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This alignment is very simple, it can be used in order to understand in general terms what the coming day will be like for you. The layout can be performed both in the morning of the same day on which the alignment is performed, and in the evening of the previous one, however, in the latter case, you need to concentrate on what you want to receive in response regarding the future day.
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Undoubtedly, birthday is the most important holiday for a person. It was on this day that you entered this beautiful world and began your lifelong journey. On this momentous day, you will certainly be interested in taking a look at your life and getting some advice on how you can better fulfill your potential.