Major Arcana Meanings
The 22 Major Arcana cards represent archetypal forces, life themes, and spiritual milestones. From The Fool's fresh beginning (0) to The World's completion (XXI), they map the soul's journey through experience. When major arcana appear in readings, they point to significant themes or pivotal moments.
All 22 Major Arcana
The Fool
New beginnings, innocence, spontaneity, free spirit
The Magician
Willpower, skill, resourcefulness, manifestation
The High Priestess
Intuition, mystery, inner knowledge, the subconscious
The Empress
Fertility, nature, nurturing, abundance, femininity
The Emperor
Authority, structure, stability, fatherhood
The Hierophant
Tradition, conformity, spiritual guidance, institutions
The Lovers
Relationships, duality, values, choices, alignment
The Chariot
Determination, control, victory, willpower, drive
Strength
Courage, patience, inner strength, compassion
The Hermit
Introspection, solitude, wisdom, guidance from within
Wheel of Fortune
Cycles, fate, turning points, luck, karma
Justice
Fairness, truth, cause and effect, accountability
The Hanged Man
Suspension, letting go, new perspectives, sacrifice
Death
Endings, transformation, transition, new beginnings
Temperance
Balance, moderation, patience, purpose, harmony
The Devil
Bondage, shadow self, addictions, materialism
The Tower
Sudden change, upheaval, chaos, revelation
The Star
Hope, faith, renewal, inspiration, serenity
The Moon
Illusion, fear, the unconscious, intuition, dreams
The Sun
Joy, success, energy, optimism, clarity, vitality
Judgement
Reflection, reckoning, self-evaluation, awakening
The World
Completion, accomplishment, integration, fulfillment
Understanding Major vs. Minor Arcana
Major Arcana cards carry more archetypal weight than Minor Arcana in a reading. Three or more Major Arcana in a spread suggests you're navigating significant life currents — larger forces at work beyond everyday circumstances. AI interpretation adjusts its depth based on the proportion of major arcana present.
Major Arcana FAQ
What are the Major Arcana cards?
The 22 Major Arcana cards are numbered 0 (The Fool) through 21 (The World). They represent significant archetypal forces and life themes, and carry more weight in a reading than Minor Arcana cards.
What does it mean when many Major Arcana cards appear?
Multiple Major Arcana in a single spread signals a period of significant change, major life themes, or karmic forces at work. The situation is likely more complex and consequential than everyday circu
What is the Fool's Journey?
The Fool's Journey is a narrative interpretation of the Major Arcana: The Fool (0) represents pure potential beginning a journey through each archetype, accumulating wisdom and experience, until arriv
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