REVELATIONS TAROT:

Zach Wong
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Revelations Tarot
Llewellyn 2005
Adflatus Tarot (Adflatus, Latin for breath or inspiration).
The Revelations Tarot has illuminated artwork with a
swirling effect reminiscent of stained glass. Its art is also
double-ended, with an upright and reversed image merging
in the center of the card.
:: MAJOR ARCANA ::
The Major Arcana has always been to me a story of the journey of the fool through
stages in his/her life. The fool is the child or the inner child who has yet to
experience the world and grow. The fool faces diferent trials and experiences
through out the major arcana, only to come back to the beginning again to embark
on the journey again. This endless journey occurs in life on a micro scale as well as
on an oerall one.
The cards are drawn in the style similar to stained glass. !conic images representing
a lesson to be learned, a being to be studied or a situation depicted. "ach character
in the major arcana wears a #mask# oer their face, depicted by the lines, which
break each face down to sections. The mask is merely a representation of a
#human# relation, similar to that of the mythical gods who stand in human from
amongst us to ease our comprehension of the messages they delier.
The Fool
[intepretation]
He is a free spirit without worry, full of optimism while embarking on a new journey.
He sees the world with fresh new eyes and which are unconventional and lateral in
thought
[reversed]
He is cautious before he leaps for he worries about the risks involved. He ponders
his movements and takes things slowly.
[smbols!images]
The butterfly represents the chasing of the childlike dream.
The baby in the rose demarks the innocence of the beginning of a journey.
The mountains in the background are symbols of the height of knowledge the fool
has yet to climb to.
The moon represents the subconscious, which is linked to intuition and the
unknown.
The float/flying people in the background represent caution throwing in/by the
wind, loss of control and uncertainty.
The canyon like background represents the erosion of the mind through the wearing
of time and doubt.
The Magician
[intepretation]
He brings together all elements as he is the catalyst of for all. He is the energy,
which drives, the one who sparks interest. He is charming, he is witty and he is at
home with the world around him.
[reversed]
Outside forces hold him back. He is unable to channel his energy. He is distracted or
blinded by other things.
[smbols!images]
The dove represents the freedom of creation, which can come from within.
The hands in the background are representation of outside forces, which control
and affect the paths and choices the magician takes. The upside had is open with
palm facing towards the sky - epression release, the release of self. The hand on
the reverse represents an epression of constriction and control - holding the
magician back from his full potential.
The staves of the magicians contrast between the control one has over the energies
in their lives. The upside magician utili!es a stiff and straight staff, a representation
of the sureness of his direction and conviction of his power. The reversed malician
The High Priestess
[intepretation]
"he patiently waits for things to unravel. "he is in control of all things in her life.
#hile the world around her moves in constant motion, she stands firm in her
ground of logic and intuition to guide her through.
[reversed]
Things are hidden behind masks. $ore things lie beneath the facades and
superficial appearances of the situation. %e aware and be ready to take the time to
unravel the mysteries.
[smbols!images]
The priestess has no real body illustrated but the continual unraveling and wrapping
of a ribbon cloth define her from. This illustrates that great power that she holds in
the controlling of the elements around her to create both a presence and a mystery.
The scroll in her hand represents the knowledge she holds firmly in her grasp. &t
remains a secret and is read only by her and her kind.
The moon represents the triad of womanhood, the girl, the woman and the crone.
The images of pomegranates and shapes in the back herald fertility and the issues
relating to the core of her womanhood.
The Empress
[intepretation]
"he is mother of all things. "he nurtures all within her grasp with her generous
giving nature and her over abundance of joy. "he brims full of life and life revolves
around her.
[reversed]
"he is lost in the wilderness of despair. The joys of life escape her. "he runs away
from love and hides in the mountains and rock faces of loneliness.
[smbols!images]
The warmth of the sun and the golden fields of wheat and grain indicate growth
that surrounds her.
The background shows a waterfall cascading from a lush forest illustrating the gift
of life flowing through nature. This water changes the path of life and erodes away
at things of old. The flow of water represents change, which comes from the
continual flow of life.
The warm hues add to the radiating beauty of the empress's kindness and joy as
she basks in the glory of the sun.
$oon is in her background representing her connection with the symbol of
womanhood. "tars crown her head for she is the mythological &shtar/(oster.
The world represents nature, which sits in her lap. "he lays it under her bosom, for
she is the mother of nature - she is $other )ature.
The dark purples and blues of the reversed side help mask the desolate background
of her anguish.
The rain lines indicate a veil, which clouds her path to happiness. )ature has turned
against her and she tries to seek refuge in the cover from life.
Her face is craved by the anguish of her tears and sorrow.
The Emperor
[intepretation]
He is the ruler of all. He holds power effortlessly in his hands. He commands. He
controls. He dominates.
[reversed]
Others are in control. He is but a puppet in play - he has no say.
[smbols!images]
*ries is his ruling sign. He is the ambitious leader, the instigator of all things new.
He is dominant and is war-like in his leadership. The +am adorns his shoulder dress
armor, it adorns his throne.
,urple, the colour of royalty, is lavishly used to affirm his position.
The city in the background is mirrored by the mountains on either side showing his
dominance over both issues of man and of nature. There is no mountain too high he
cannot control, nor is that no city to wide for him to reign over.
He holds an *nkh in his hands - the (gyptian symbol for life, of which he rules over.
The moon contrasts the empress who basks in the sun. Here the moon is nothing
more than a source of light.
The strings, which control him in the reverse, are illuminated to represent that they
are invisible. He is one of many who are controlled by a higher power.
Here the reversed emperor is the powerless. His stare is blank and soulless.
The Heirophant
[intepretation]
He is the maker and follower of rules. He is a man of routine. He has his processes,
his plans, and his routines. He helps all that he can through structured guidance.
He is removed from his surroundings.
[reversed]
He is unorthodo. He marches to a different tune. -uides the way, but through an
unconventional path. He is at one with his surroundings.
[smbols!images]
The symbols of the staff and the keys relate to the pope and the structure
associated with organised religion.
The symbol of Taurus is formed between the keys - the sign of Taurus represents
the house of materialism, worldly possessions, and security.
His fingers point up, drawing attention to a high power and the teachings, which
come from above.
He is adorned in the symbolic luury of the church - the golden headdress, the
purple robes. The background is floating montage of stain glass. %oth these images
reinforce the structure and rigidity, which accompany years of tradition of the
church.
The druid like man on the reverse is points to the side, indicating the idea of the
.other. or all around as a source of knowledge.
He wears robes coloured of clay and of earthen tones, drawing association to his
relationship with the earth.
The background has a faint mosaic formation of a pentagram - reflecting the
teachings of paganistic/unorthodoed traditions.
He does not look directly at us, instead to the side encouraging to find our own
paths instead of following his own.
The Lovers
[intepretation]
Together through the guidance of and angel, the lovers find their souls entwining as
they look into each other's eyes
[reversed]
The pleasures of the flesh are to be enjoyed through the passion, which often
accompanies love.'
[smbols!images]
The angel of love brings together two lovers under his protective wings to foster a
relationship, which transcends the physical nature of the body.
They represent the twins in -emini. %eing children of the air, they deal with issues
of the mind more than the body.
+oses fall all around them in this blessed union reinforcing the notions of romance
and of love.
The reversed finds two lovers entangled in a moment of lust - which only indulges
in the pleasures of the flesh.
The winged creature in the backdrop is a deviled seductress. "he represents the
eploration of fantasies such the masks in role-playing or the temptations
associated with affairs and adultery.
The hariot
[intepretation]
He wins the race after traveling far and wide to achieve his goals. The crowd behind
him roars as the scale his accomplishment reaches new highs.
[reversed]
He focus and drive has taken him to the state of uncontrollable obsession. His
ambition has driven him to rage and abuse of position and power. He only sees the
finish line and will stop at nothing till he gets there.
[smbols!images]
/rab on the shield represents the sign of /ancer, which is ruled by the moon. The
card indicates a victory felt through emotion. The seahorses also add to the layer of
being a water card.
The city in the background represents the monumental achievement, which the
rider of the chariot has won.
His face is not one of immense joy or elation for he knows that he has struggled far
to reach this point. He deserves this victory.
The intensity and the speed that the driver shows through his face, and his
clenching fists indicate the rage of an obsessed individual. He only leaves a path of
destruction behind him both in the physical and emotional sense.
The sea dragons that he rides frantically drag his chariot in a hapha!ard manner -
they hurl him uncontrollably to his destined path.
The bottles of wine in the background warn a leaning towards substance abuse in
coping with such highly stressful situations.
Strength
[intepretation]
"he is calm in knowing that it is her courage and gentle nature, which will overrule
the ferocity of the lion. #ithin her comes the strength that will triumph over all.
[reversed]
/ourage has deserted her. "he cries in despair and fear for herself.
[smbols!images]
The lion represents 0eo, a sign of generosity, loyalty and reliability.
The greens represent the richness of nature that the card is grounded in. The lady
not only con1uers the lion, but a lion of the wild.
The stained glass and large wooden door draw from spiritual aspect of the card - on
of finding inner strength.
The reversed lady has lost all strength and dwells in fear and sorrow.
The thorns, dried up vegetation and a dark forest in the background represents the
arid nature of the loss of strength.
The Hermit
[intepretation]
He resides in the darkness of solitude. He finds comfort in his reflection. The only
light, which guides his path, is the brilliance of his lantern.
[reversed]
He runs away from everything. He turns away from life. He must retreat for his own
good.
[smbols!images]
The druids in the card represent knowledge and traditions of old.
The hermit finds himself alone in a mountainous area, signifying the 1uest for
knowledge which one has to take alone. These are the same mountains, which can
be found in the fool.
The "tar of 2avid illuminates the path - for the up side hermit, representing the use
of knowledge and wisdom to illuminate his long journey ahead.
The image of the clock denotes the passing of time and the importance, which it
plays in the meaning of the card. &n this case, the clock has no hands indicating
that time is at a stand still or of no movement.
The snakes that coil around his staff represent his knowledge of medicinal
remedies.
The !heel O" Fort#ne
[intepretation]
The wheel of fortune spins in the direction of good fortune and luck.
[reversed]
The universe hands you out a dish of bad luck - careful not to ask for seconds.
[smbols!images]
Once again the *nkh, the (gyptian symbol for life is held in the hands of the
spinner of the wheel. The card deals with issues of the circle/cycle of life and the
constant motion. Here the holder of the *nkh is happy for the good fortune that life
has presented to him.
The actual wheel is adorned with the letters T*+O and the Hebrew letters of 3od,
Heh, 4av, and Heh - unpronounceable consonants that made -od's .true. name
unpronounceable. The wheel also houses the head of the jackal, representing
*nubis, the son of "et and the guide to souls of the underworld. #hile the snake
represents "et himself as the god of (vil.
The strong symbols within the wheel are contrasted with the symbols of the cycle of
life outside the wheel - the *ngel 5"pring6, the 0ion 5"ummer6, the %ull 5*utumn6
and the (agle 5#inter6.
On the reverse side of the spinner of the wheel is defiant and struggling to gain
control of the wheel. The universe has dealt him a bad run of luck and he vainly
tries to spin the wheel in hope for better luck.
$#stice
[intepretation]
0egal matters will eventuate in a positive light. %alance will be reached.
[reversed]
0egal matters will be slow, there will be delays. &mbalance will play against you.
[smbols!images]
The dominant sign of the card is the 0ibra scales - symboli!ing balance and
partnerships.
The sword of justice indicates dealing with issues of the mind.
The open eye of the sword implies the third eye of the mind opening to see things
that may not be apparent.
The men in the background posing in the manner of 2a 4inci's study of proportion
and scale of man reinforce the notion of achieving balance within one's mind as well
as body.
The parchment scrolls and pen relate directly to issues of contracts and agreements
- usually dealing with legal matters.
The eye of the sword is closed and the mind's eye cannot see past the blindness of
justice.
The clock implies the passing of time in terms of proceedings. &n this case the
hands are absent symboli!ing the delay in the movement of time.
The chain of rings indicates issues relating to partnerships and commitments.
The Hange% Man
[intepretation]
He takes time from life. He waits patiently as he sacrifices something in the
process.
[reversed]
He is caught in a trap and is left to hang. His money slips from his pockets and luck
has run out. He is a victim of some one else's plan.
[smbols!images]
The hourglass on its side denotes the stillness of time. The sands in the glass
represent the movement of time determined by the forces of nature - such as
gravity. Here even gravity cannot move the sands of time for the glass is
suspending sideways.
The man in green hags in suspension, he meditates to reach a level of
enlightenment. 7rom him head his aura glows as he reaches an understanding.
The images in the background indicate sacrifice that one has to take in order to find
time to hang and contemplate. On the left side, are images of people blown about
the winds of change - symboli!ing a loss of control over the situation, which also
brings the man to his current state.
The coins falling from the man in blue indicate the loss of material well being. He
has hung on for too long to the situation from being selfish and materialistic.
The card warns of letting go and un-hanging oneself from their current situation.
The red hues of the card warn of danger from outside players in life and forewarns
of the grief associated with loss.
&eath
[intepretation]
8ali does her fluid dance. "he sings a tune that marks the end.
[reversed]
#ith every end comes a new beginning.
[smbols!images]
The skull, the black lotus and the scythe are all icons associated with death.
8ali is the goddess of death in Hindu traditions.
The baby amongst the bloodied tendrils show that even from dramatic change can
blossom some new hope.
Temperance
[intepretation]
(ffortlessly the angel brings a balance between air, water and fire.
[reversed]
The elements work against the angel as conflict comes from within.
[smbols!images]
The li1uids represent a flow of life or energies - one being that of water, the other
of fire.
The angels represent an inner spirit, which tries to find synergy and harmony of the
elements.
The &evil
[intepretation]
$aterial things, pleasures and lust and desire drive him.
[reversed]
He abuses his power. He is trapped by the lure of money. He only cares for the
fulfillment of his own desires.
[smbols!images]
The devil is drawn as a well-dressed charmer here to indicate the power of illusion.
The background and foreground show the trappings of material things, which keep
him occupied.
The golden wheel in the foreground show two people tied up in bondage indicating
seual fantasies and role-playing. The devil plays towards the pleasures enjoyed by
the flesh whether it be from pain or from tenderness.
The background on the reverse side is highlighted by a flash of lightning which
plays towards the notion of abuse of power - which may lead to sudden destruction
of those material things, which are held precious.
The To'er
[intepretation]
There is a change in the wind, which will bring forth new beginnings.
[reversed]
* tornado is about to tear everything apart and nothing in it's path will be the
same.
[smbols!images]
The tower is composed of panels and sheets representing the multiple elements
that when brought together can create a larger structure. %ut just as easily as how
one item is constructed in parts, it can be deconstructed in parts too.
The upside of the card shows that the tower construction is in a state of flu -
neither forming nor breaking apart. The lightning symboli!es a dramatic surge of
energy, which has changed the forces around the tower. ,anels fly away from
formation burning.
The reversed side illustrates the dramatic destruction of the tower. 0ightning has
definitely broken through and there will no longer be any tower. /hange, and a
destructive on at it, seems inevitable.
The Star
[intepretation]
"he oo!es with hope and balance inward and outwards. "he embodies the giver of
hope in our lives.
[reversed]
"he turns her back on the world for she has lost all hope. "he cannot give what she
does not have within herself.
[smbols!images]
The concept of the *1uarian water bearer being the giver of life plays a symbolic
role in the card. The sign of *1uarius also is one of air, and not water, dealing with
matters of the mind and thought. The card plays towards the hope one can have in
their mind and not necessarily in their heart.
The stars illuminate around her and serve a metaphor for dreams and hope which
we look towards to. They number 9 - the sister to the card of "trength.
The doves in flight around her represent the freedom we feel inside when we are
released from the troubles of life. "he is also not dressed in any robes but is bare,
only with her own hair to comfort her. "he is not trapped by any material
possessions or wants to.
There is only a dramatic swell of red around her representing an inner loss of hope.
The loss frustrates her to a point of anger but she can only show grief. The showing
of the back is a symbolic one of turning away or shutting out the world outside. Her
posture lends towards her sorrow as she burdens the weight of her misery.
The Moon
[intepretation]
The birth of illusions, dreams and psychic inspirations
[reversed]
* collection of delusions, nightmares, dementia and mental suffering.
[smbols!images]
The pair of fish, ,ieces leans towards notion of the unconscious.
The card is a highly emotive card, being water and lends itself to the effects, which
dreams and nightmares play in the mind.
The fairies by the moonlit garden play towards positive fantasies of gentle and
beautiful dreams or images, which stir the imagination in a positive light. These
dreams bring colour and hope to daily living.
The darker notion of mermaids drowning sailors in the depths of the oceans water
reflects upon the destructive nature of delusions and nightmares and the outcomes
of blind faith in following them.
The S#n
[intepretation]
The sun shines the path of life towards happiness and good tidings. They are happy
within and with the current situation.
[reversed]
The pursuit of happiness can lead delays or even failure. %e weary of flying too
close to the sun for the risk of being burnt.
[smbols!images]
Happiness and fulfillment can be derived from the radiance of the sun.
The children playing in the background heralds the possibility of new beginnings
and childbirth
The sunflowers in full bloom indicate a fruition of projects and growth.
The sign of 0eo, which embodies warmth, comfort, and caring of the soul rule the
card. The image of the lion can be found in the banner flag, which flies in the
background.
On the same flag also rides a white stallion, which symboli!es the purity of energy,
which comes from being free and happy.
The cherubs in the sky fly too closely to the sun in a pursuit of happiness. They are
blinded by the light, fatigued by the heat and burnt by the radiation.
$#%gement
[intepretation]
Hear the trumpets calling - heed the blaring sounds. *nswer the call of the
awakening sounds of the universe.
[reversed]
The deafening sounds cannot be avoided, the constant beckoning cannot be
ignored.
[smbols!images]
The angel of judgment represents the call from a higher source. * choir of angels
accompanies the sound of the trumpet. The message is of a life after death.
The man in the middle opens his arms wide to accept this new stage in his
5after6life. He is naked, as all beings are born and as they shall die.
The angel blares his call but the man covers his ears to hide from the sound. The
choirs of angels sing in vain. The man does not want to move on from the grave of
his fate.
The !orl%
[intepretation]
Things will come around a full circle
[reversed]
There is a bumpy road along the journey of the circle
[smbols!images]
The #orld card is very similar to the #heel of 7ortune as it plays on the theme of
things coming to full circles and of completion.
The two dancers hold on to two wands 5for balance of the element of creation, fire6
- each flying a purple flag 5the colour of divinity6 and dance upon the serpent,
which represents the world.
"urrounding the wreath of laurel leaves, are once again the four symbolic
representations of the seasons and the elements: the lion head for summer and
fire; the bull head for autumn and earth, the angel head for spring and air; and the
eagle head for winter and water.
The deep blues and purples of the background blends into the darkness of space,
where stars shine the brightness. This is the world set within the universe - where
everything begins and end, a full circle.
:: THE MINOR ARCANA ::
The minor arcana represent the lesser lessons, which can be learned from the Major
Arcana. !n the deck, the suits are broken up into $ diferent themes, which are
re%ectie of the element, which the suit is aligned with.
The suit of wands is associated with the element of &re, intuition, magic, the
powers of creation and matters of the soul. The characters in the suit are magicians,
warriors, sages and opulent indiiduals. They embody the use of magic in daily life.
'ith their staes or wands, they moe to create or &ght.
The suit of swords is associated with the element of air, thought, intelligence,
mentality and matters of the mind. The characters of the suit are warriors, highly
ornate and decorated, &rm and serious. They embody the logic and sensibility,
which can only be found in those who remoe themseles from the burdens of
emotion. 'ith their swords the cut through life as well as protect themseles.
The suit of cups is associated with the element of water, emotions and matters of
the heart. The characters of the suit are mer(people of the oceans and seas. They
embody the freedom of moement and restraint of life on the land and the
fantastical luxury of liing life for the pleasures it presents. 'ith their cups, they
swim through the oceans of life searching for contents to &ll their essels with.
The suit of pentacles is associated with the element of earth, the sensations of
touch, sight, sound and taste, physical pleasures and the matters of the body. The
characters of the suit are metallic humanoids that are one with their element. They
embody the fruits of the earth) metals, the built enironment, material possessions
and the ingenuity of creation. 'ith their pentacles they go through life enjoying
what the earth has to ofer them.
"ach number of the suit has their own theme.
Ace ( basic *uality of the suit, new beginnings and raw energy and power.
Two ( synthesis and balance
Three ( full growth and expression of the suit
+our ( structure , stability
+ie ( con%ict, loss, change
-ix ( piotal points
-een ( karma, cause , efect
"ight ( balance , moement
.ine ( contentment , completion
Ten ( transcendence
/age ( exploration , study
0night ( action , expression
1ueen ( feminine aspect, creation and appreciation
0ing ( Male aspect of the suit, ultimate energy , power
THE S(IT OF (PS
The suit of emotions and feelings
The waters of happiness and sorrow
$imicked in the worlds below
#here creatures have no worry for tomorrow
Ace O" #ps
[intepretation]
The cup overflows with emotions of joy, happiness and friendships
[reversed]
The contents have spilt as the cup empties. The vessel only represents what there
could have been.
[smbols!images]
The ornate cup represents the preciousness of the vessel, the holder of water, being
the metaphor of emotions. The vessel is much like the body precious in its own
right and beautiful to the beholder of the eye - inside it holds the emotions of the
being, both good and bad.
T'o O" #ps
[intepretation]
Together they entwine in an understanding of partnership and commitment.
[reversed]
They can't see eye to eye and stand to lose everything if they continue this way
[smbols!images]
The card has always been viewed as the lesser version of the $ajor *rcana's
0overs.
Here the partnerships seem less about two people being together for love and more
for an object or project.
The cups symboli!e their commitment to be together.
&n the background a guardian/sentinel watches over their union, representing a
higher level or force, which plays a role in forming the partnership.
&n the background on the reverse the sentinel has his hands up in the air, appealing
to a higher power than itself for sake of the union.
The mer-people have their backs to each other and are so caught up in their own
pride and ego that they careless for the cup, the symbol of their partnership.
Three O" #ps
[intepretation]
They celebrate win joy and merriment. They hold their cups up high and spin
endlessly in laughter
[reversed]
He loses control and has drunk too much. He spins with them but cannot hold on
for long.
[smbols!images]
The card represents enjoyment of happy emotions to their fullest. Here the mer-
people are celebration and having fun.
The background is littered with bottles indicating the over indulgence of celebration.
The ecessiveness takes it toll when the merman cannot even keep his eyes open.
/olour: pastels and blues - associated with /ancer
Fo#r O" #ps
[intepretation]
"he lays back pondering and waiting. "he does not move or care for offerings
around her.
[reversed]
"he grasps the situation and the opportunities presented
[smbols!images]
The cards follow the idea of stability and the rut may be associated. The mermaids
are both presented with the same emotional possibilities but one takes them while
the other is so lost within herself that she cannot see them.
The upside mermaid plays with her hair in her boredom while waiting for something
better to come along. *s she sinks slowly towards the bottom of the ocean floor on
the nautilus shell, she does not notice the offering of cups to her, or the dangers of
the free tentacles, which may entwine around her. Her complacency does not make
her aware of both opportunity and danger around her.
The reverse side mermaid ceases the opportunity and takes on the cups. "he does
not stay around long enough for the tentacles to grab on and hold her back.
/olour: deep reds, blues < black - associated with "corpio.
Five O" #ps
[intepretation]
He lays there contemplating the loss in his life. He laments and grieves over what
could have been and cannot see past what is yet to come.
[reversed]
"he grasps what ever is left and she rejoices in what is not lost. "he leaves the
situation salvaging her own emotions and self.
[smbols!images]
The card plays the notion of .crying over spilt milk..
The merman dwells on the three cups, which have been knocked over, while the
mermaid moves on with the two remaining. (ach show of different ways of dealing
with the same situation.
/olour: deep reds, silver green - associated with "corpio
Si) O" #ps
[intepretation]
He lays in a pleasant daydream of happy childhood memories.
[reversed]
He is haunted by disturbing memories of his past.
[smbols!images]
The baby sea horses play out the association of the card with memories relating to
younger years or childhood. * pleasant smile stretches across his face as he
reminisces.
The arguing baby seahorses contrast this notion, casting their banter over the
merman's rest. He fights in vain to block out the haunting sounds, which resound,
in his head.
/olour: deep reds, silver green - associated with "corpio
Seven O" #ps
[intepretation]
*ll that glitters are not gold and nothing is at it seems. &llusions play with his heart.
[reversed]
"he takes hold of her dreams and breaks free to make more of it.
[smbols!images]
The merman faces cups, which play on his fantasies. "hadows and ghosts rising out
of the cups, beckon him and draw him in all directions. They are merely illusions of
mermaids leading him astray.
The reversed mermaid takes a hold of a .fantasy. makes it real by striving to
achieve it.
/olour: colour of the oceans, orange, blues - associated with ,ieces
Eight O" #ps
[intepretation]
*way he swims from the troubles of his life. He moves on and abandons all that he
has achieved in the search for meaning, happiness and contentment.
[reversed]
"he is trapped within her own depression, aniety and hopelessly. "he can't see
past her emotions and floats amongst the ruins of her life.
[smbols!images]
The boldness of the merman as his pushes through the barrier of the cups evokes a
movement and a sense of drive towards the light.
The long flowing hair of the mermaid reflects upon the time she has spent there in
that moment, still and without activity. "he closes her eyes to hide away from the
reality around her. "he sits comfortably amongst the rocks as she does not want to
move on.
/olour: colour of the oceans, blues - associated with ,ieces
Nine O" #ps
[intepretation]
He basks in the contentment of personal fulfillment. He radiance comes from inside
of him and everything seems to dance around the song of his heart.
[reversed]
/aution is warned against being complacent for success may go to the head and
could judgment
[smbols!images]
The merman rejoices effortlessly in his brilliance. He has reach a personal and
emotion contentment within himself. The fishes around him circle harmoniously
reflecting his happiness.
The reverse merman has a smug look on his face, unawares of the eels, which
dance around him awaiting to only tear him apart at the net unepected
opportunity.
Ten O" #ps
[intepretation]
Happiness is found within the family and those whom are dear.
[reversed]
=uarrels and unrest disrupts the home environment. Those who seem close are
now more distant.
[smbols!images]
The lights from above illuminates upon the happy family who have contentment
within their lives.
The children play without any worry in the world symboli!ing the innocence of
youth and the enjoyment of simpler pleasures.
The merman leaves the mermaid and heads off into the darkness - symboli!ing the
unknown. "he lays there in despair their home broken from an argument. The
separation ruins the original happy image.
Page O" #ps
[intepretation]
"he rejoices in her cup - it represents her intuition of which she holds dear
[reversed]
"he dives deeper into the ocean floor unaware of the dangers around her. "he
doesn't sense them as she is careless and blind folded
[smbols!images]
The golden princess or ,age of cups embodies the eploration and study of the cup.
Here she raises it high as her vessel not only for containment of her emotions but
also a medium of which she will learn to eplore her empathic abilities.
"he is the student of the cup.
The two ornate fishes, which circle her, are her familiars - the ,iscean pair. They
heighten her awareness on an intuitive level.
The reversed side ,age dives blindly to the bottom of the ocean floor, proving her
skills and intuitive gifts. However she fails to .see. the dangers of the tentacles
around her pri!e, which will keep her down forever.
Her brashness nature and heavy influence of her emotions will cause her more hurt
than good.
/olour: gold and purple - royal colours
*night O" #ps
[intepretation]
He is a sensitive gentle soul and a dreamer. * hopeless romantic who awaits for
love.
[reversed]
He is removed from his emotions. He turns a blind eye towards them and remains
despondent and aloof.
[smbols!images]
The knight carries with him an ornate cup, which represents the ideal of the holy
grail. The cup he holds close to him as it contains what he deems as precious to his
life, his emotions and feelings. He uses them wisely and carefully.
He looks into the cup as his guide. His movement is through the interpretations of
his emotions and where they will take him.
The reverse side knight barely holds onto his cup. &t is of no importance to him. His
arms are crossed for his he refuses to budge or to take responsibility for neither his
emotions nor his feelings.
/olour: gold and red - colours for a coat of arms and of movement
+#een O" #ps
[intepretation]
Her eyes are closed for she sees all within her cup. "he is the sensual lover, the
alluring fantasy, and the mermaid that haunts the dreams of many. "he embodies
the magical fantasy which fulfils desires.
[reversed]
"he is a temptress. "he pulls on emotional strings. "he dances and da!!les with her
magic and charms with her flirtatious promises of happiness.
[smbols!images]
The 1ueen sits on a coral thrown illuminated by lights from the ocean. "he doesn't
need light to see her way for she has her cup which she uses to guide her to a
better understanding. "he rules over the emotions of the heart.
"he's gentle and sensual, cares only for love and happiness of others.
"he is surrounded by unconventional and natural beauty.
Her eyes are not opened for her powers etend beyond the mind's eye. "he can see
all from channeling through her cup.
"he is the seductress with eight tentacles. "he represents the woman who enjoys
the pleasures of love only for herself. "he dwells on etreme feelings and will not
fear unleashing her tendrils when overreacting.
/olour: gold and green - royalty and the colour of healing and nature.
*ing O" #ps
[intepretation]
He rules the currents of the soul, he is the keeper of the waters. He has an
unrivaled imagination, he is the source of creativeness, he charms the heart with
his understanding and intuition.
[reversed]
He can not tear himself away from his emotions, they rule him and his heart. He
embodies depression, sorrow and abuses his substances to escape from it all.
[smbols!images]
The regal merman on the shell-like throne represents the man at ease within
himself. He has a comfortable smile on his face and is surrounded by lush greens
and life of the ocean floor.
The ,iscean pair dance around him. They represent the presence of his intuitive and
empathic nature.
The reversed merman king represents a man who can not let go of his cup - the
source of his problems.
%ehind him are the tentacles of a creature that slowly sways around him awaiting
for a false move from him to take him down further on his path of destruction.
/olour: gold and blue - royalty and command.
THE S(IT OF PENTALES
The suit of earth and of feeling
The ground from which growth and life emerges
-ifts harnessed through work and toil Of beings of goil and foil.
Ace O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
,rosperity and abundance in all things physical and material.
[reversed]
$aterial obsessions, and money vanish before you as a darkness casts a shadow
over wealth and well being.
[smbols!images]
the pentacles fan out in the pentagram format to reinforce the pattern of the
design. The intricacy of the design is derived from &slamic and /eltic motifs, deeply
rooting the infused design in a history of it's own.
T'o O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
"he balances all her tasks and jobs in the perfect juggle
[reversed]
"he has lost control of her tasks and jobs. "he desperately tries to keep them up in
the air.
[smbols!images]
The pentacles are entwined by a string which forms the infinity sign - symboli!ing
the same magic which can be found in the mastery of the $agician and the inner
power of "trength.
7ollowing the theme of balance, the female seems to hardly touch the balls which
she juggles. These balls symboli!e the many tasks and responsibilities we may find
in daily life.
The reversed female is stressed and disturbed by her lack of balance. "he has lost
control over her balls and one by one they cause her more grief.
/olour: gold and greens - colour of the earth and of /apricorn'
Three O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
He works hard at his task to achieve his dreams
[reversed]
/omplacency and lack of drive or recognition has left the lack idle and incomplete
[smbols!images]
The city teaming behind the man tells of the level achievement which he can reach
if he works hard at his goals.
The scaffolding in the background plays towards the notion of the beginning of
construction and temporary nature of construction. )othing is produced.
/olour: gold and greens - colour of the earth and of /apricorn
Fo#r O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
He holds on to his money with his life. )othing is more paramount than the security
it provides him.
[reversed]
The money he has surrounded himself with has blinded him. He spends it only on
himself and dances in his own wealth.
[smbols!images]
The piercing glare of the man is deathly cold and gla!ed with out a soul. He holds
on to the pentacle with obsession and fear of loss. &t covers him and shields him
from all.
The use of gold on his skin is scarce and limited, reflecting the ultra-conservative
nature he epresses.
The reversed man is driven to a state of lack of coherence. He spends because he
knows not of the value anymore. He is driven to only the comforts of his own
needs.
&n contrast the colour of gold is abundant on the skin of the man, epressing his
euberant nature.
/olour: somber colours, metallic tones - colours of Taurus
Five O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
,overty and self pity plague his eistence. He lays there in woe and grief.
[reversed]
,overty may have taken its toll but there is hope if he pulls himself out of the
situation.
[smbols!images]
The colours of the card as less than luurious compared with the rest of the deck
emphasi!ing the lack of wealth and comfort depicted through he rest of the suit.
2estitution plays a major role in this card.
The anguish, loss of energy and drive is accentuated through the twisted poses of
the impoverished bodies and posture of the characters in the card.
/olour: somber colours, cold earthen tones - colours of Taurus
Si) O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
His generosity is in abundance. He gives freely to all who needs
[reversed]
He throws money around without a care or a worry. He knows not what he is doing
because he is silly and etravagant.
[smbols!images]
The mans opens arms suggests his generous nature. He is charity personified. The
jovial giver, the sharer of wealth.
The reversed man is one who has lost his sense of wealth for he empties his bags
of gold without much thought. He is careless with his generosity.
/olour: rich greens, somber colours, metallic tones - colours of Taurus',
Seven O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
He stands and awaits for his work to come to fruition.
[reversed]
2isappointment ruins his life and anger causes disregard for his work
[smbols!images]
The card plays on the theme of waiting, and patiently at it. The card depicts a man
who waits with determination for the end result.
The pentacles around him are in flu and have not become solid, they are merely
ideas, or ether at the moment.
The reversed man is frustrated and discards his pentacles. The lack of patience on
his part has caused him destroy the progress of his work.
/olour: grays, navy blues > draping cloth - colours of 4irgo
Eight O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
He works hard away into the darkness. He has goals and ambitions and he is going
to put his back into it.
[reversed]
The work isn't done and he lays there 1uestioning and contemplating about his
motives and drive.
[smbols!images]
The high contrast of the images draw focus on the main characters of each image -
the industrious worker, and the idle one. The image plays out the theme of
achieving success through determination.
/olour: navy blues - colours of 4irgo
Nine O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
"he sits back in contentment and surveys her riches. *ll of nature grows well
around her.
[reversed]
He sits back in contemplation. His struggles have weakened him. He surveys all
that he has yet to achieve.
[smbols!images]
The lady reflects and image of comfort and content. she does not need to work any
longer but enjoy her spoils. The ivy leaves grow lush behind her and the sky is
calm.
The bird which flies freely into her arm to perch represents the freedom of spirit
from the chains of responsibilities.
%ehind the reversed man, the ivy has dried, leaving only the withered branches.
His worried, uncomfortable look reflects upon the struggles he has endured and has
to yet eperience.
/olour: light tones of the draping cloth - colours of 4irgo
Ten O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
#ithin tradition and family comes support
[reversed]
The old man stares back as us reminding us of the coin and the burdens of and
responsibilities to tradition
[smbols!images]
The family all around the old man reflects of the importance of tradition and respect
to elders. They look upon him 5and hold on to him6 for he is the anchor of their
pasts.
The surrounding environment plays to the image of a wealthy household - stability
through .old. money.
The reversed shows the old man holding the coin up as if for ransom or to serve as
a reminder. The image plays to the concept of enforced responsibility to the
burdens of tradition and respect to the old ways.
Page O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
"he is fiated by the pentacle as she sees it and through it.
[reversed]
"he is done with the pentacle as she begins to disassemble it - only to reassemble
it again.
[smbols!images]
*ll around the ,age things are in flu and in movement towards the formation of
something. The background plays towards the concept of bringing things together.
&n this case it is through the focus and magic of the ,age as she wills all around her
to do her bidding.
The background shows a dense forest of autumn trees which has lost their leaves.
The idea of wilderness and wild plays on the theme of unorthodo, as the ,age pulls
apart the pentacle with ease indicating a complacency with the object.
/olour: gold and purple - colour of royalty
*night O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
He is determined to work to reach his goals. His focus drives him only to work hard
and to ride his ambitions to fruition
[reversed]
He finds it hard to carry on his journey. *ll the hard work and trudging has driven
his energies low and he looses confidence in himself. He holds on to his goals but
his energies are low.
[smbols!images]
The large knight sits on his e1ually robust horse. The two of them an image of
strength and stability. The firm determination in his eyes reflects his unwavering
focus on his goals.
The background lies city for his taking and a large pillar of support.
The reversed knight is having a moment to collect himself. He grieves from his tired
efforts. His horse turns away and moves on even if he still has no direction or
control over it.
The background only shows of faded shapes reflecting the lack of focus. The pattern
on the pillar behind him breaks apart slowly.
/olour: gold and red - colour of the coat of arms and movement
+#een O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
"he is a warm hearted woman surrounded by luury and wealth. "he gives from
her wholesome heart for the pleasures of the body
[reversed]
"he is wild like the wind and cares for nothing but herself. (verything is about her,
for her and to be done by her.
[smbols!images]
The 1ueen here is like the lesser version of the empress. "he too has the world at
her grasp as she is one with nature and at one with all those around her. Her gentle
and trusting ga!e shows the kindness in her heart.
"he is flanked by two pillars of support and crowned by a throne of roses reflecting
her caring nature and natural beauty.
The reversed 1ueen is moved by the wind. $uch like her, it is a force of nature
which can cause destruction as it travels through the lives of many. "he consumes
for pleasure and her own enjoyment.
"he is barely covered indicating the ease she has within herself of her own body
and the ease which others may have to it too.
/olour: gold and green - the colour of royalty and of healing and nature
*ing O" Pentacles
[intepretation]
He holds himself back upon his sturdy throne. He is grounded, in control of himself
and enjoys the luuries that life has to offer
[reversed]
He is the stick in the mud which doesn?'t move but stays there - willingly. His face
wears boredom like a second skin as he grumbles and moans.
[smbols!images]
The throne is adorned with hard woods and bull head capitals, indicating a
closeness to earth and Taurus. The card is rich in materialism and comforts
produced from the earth. The king has a firm face and a collected pose for he is
man of no nonsense or of flamboyancy. He is sturdy, robust and stable and rules his
life that way.
The reverse king is lounging in boredom. $aterials and riches do nothing for him.
He is out of touch with his responsibilities and concerns.
The throne is adorned with autumn leaves indicating the passing of summer and
towards a cold winter. The transition period from a joyous time to one of caution
and need for material comforts.
/olour: gold and blue - royalty and command
THE S(IT OF S!OR&S
The suit of thought and of ideas
The winds of change and swiftness
#ielded through the blades of the mind
/utting deep within the soul of time
Ace O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
,owerful forces have come to play which will bring swift change in life for anew
[reversed]
"tress and tension plague life as the point of the sword bears down
[smbols!images]
The ideas of air and movement play in the background while the sword firmly
gleams in the forefront.
The golden crown and laurel leaves are symbols for wisdom and thought which is
associated with the suit.
T'o O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He balances somewhat gracefully his heavy sword as well as himself on a wire high
above the clouds.
[reversed]
The situation becomes difficult as he loses his confidence. The wind shakes his act
as he can barely keep the sword on his palm, much less himself on the rope
[smbols!images]
The card balance with the literal idea of balance and tension. The man on the rope
performs a difficult task of balancing himself and his sword as he progresses from
one end of the line to another. The sword representing his thoughts are just as
important as himself in this journey.
The reversed side shows the man trying to gain some balance in a vicarious journey
along the line. The winds around him, representing outside influences, contribute to
the difficulty of the situation.
/olour: pastels, rose, blues - associated with 0ibra
Three O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He lays there in does his crying in the rain. He wallows in the sorrow of his heart
ache
[reversed]
He cries out to the skies from his aniety. His mind is a playing field for chaos. He
suffers etreme anguish from mental and emotional stress.
[smbols!images]
The card depicts two different ways of dealing with heartache and sorrow. One lies
in defeat upon a sword, the feeling of self pity clouding judgment as he runs his
arm along the edge of the sword. He lays there feeling sorry for himself, lost in his
own anguish.
The reverse is a focused image on the unleashing of great sorrow and anger which
comes form the stresses within. The scream a released which frees the body of all
it's tension.
/olour: rose, rich purples - associated with 0ibra
Fo#r O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He finds rest for recuperation
[reversed]
+est is enforced upon him as he did not heed to do so in the first instance
[smbols!images]
The card plays on the notion of rest - of the mental kind. Here stress from life,
situation or the environment may re1uire one to take some time out and rest. &n
the case of the reversed side, rest was not taken when re1uired which has led to
enforced rest.
/olour: electric blues, tur1uoise - associated with *1uarius
Five O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He performs the ritual of suicide as a result of his failure.
[reversed]
-reat sorrow is wept from her eyes as she grieves a great loss and failure of her
own accord.
[smbols!images]
The @apanese themed images reflect upon the magnitude of which failure can cause
upon ones psyche.
The .hara kiri.-es1ue ritual of suicide through dishonor or failure adds a certain
dimension of a mental process which had to be played out before performing the
actual act. &t is calculated and planned, and not merely an emotional reaction.
The reversed side shows a @apanese woman in deep mournful sorrow. Here her
despair is related to the death of the man on the upside.
/olour: electric blues, tur1uoise - associated with *1uarius
Si) O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He pushes through waters of life taking with him only his wits. He is on a journey
away from a place where his skills were not utili!ed
[reversed]
The journey is difficult, the waters are rough - he pushes through as hard as he can
manage.
[smbols!images]
The card is about a journey away. The swords represent a mental journey. *
condition of the mind which may need to change internally or with the help of
eternal influence.
The transparent vessel is meant to indicate the delicate nature of the transition. *
fragile boat of glass re1uires skillful and slow movement to prevent its bow from
breaking against a crashing rock.
The reversed side man eperiences difficulty through the could of fog and the
torrent of waves. The journey will be difficult as he attempts to stay anchored with
his oar to prevent himself from being swept astray.
/olour: electric < deep blues - associated with *1uarius
Seven O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He chuckles at his victim?'s stupidity as he walks away with yet another bundle of
stolen goods.
[reversed]
He is crafty with his words and clever with his lies. He hides under a mask of
sincerity. +epresents all things superficial and false.
[smbols!images]
%ecause the card is one of swords, both images represent the theft or lies
associated with thought and the mind. The swords may represent ideas which are
stolen or the wasting or effort and mental capacity with the situation.
The reversed side has the man covered or flanked by swords, representing the
shallow use of thought or ideas to project the wrong image or concept.
His hands in a mock prayer as he bows forward with his superficial smile. He aims
to please, but only for his own gain.
/olour: bi-coloured, warm hues, yellows - associated with -emini
Eight O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
"he binds herself in a velvet rope. "he feigns entrapment of her own accord.
[reversed]
"he frees herself only to see the error of her ways.
[smbols!images]
The swords she lays upon pose no direct threat to her. Here the swords represent
issues which torment her mind - the lay in the background, a threat to her, but
indirectly.
"he holds on to the ropes as she tries to bind herself harder. The ropes are holding
her back from dealing with the situation, but she chooses to hold on to them.
The blindfold is her ecuse from seeing situation as it is.
The reversed image shows her freeing herself from the binding and the blindfold.
"he has liberated herself without the help of others.
/olour: bi-coloured, warm hues - associated with -emini'
Nine O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
"he suffers mental anguish from oppression, fear and stress. "he cannot sleep and
is haunted by nightmares.
[reversed]
There is escape but at a price as he pushes through the barriers of the swords to
free himself.
[smbols!images]
The image of the swords surrounding the two individuals represents a closing of
mental threat. %eing swords, the threat is in the mind and both react to the
situation differently.
/olour: bi-coloured, warm hues - associated with -emini
Ten O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He lies in a pool of blood from being stabbed ten times. He now knows of a defeat
so etreme or as definite
[reversed]
He remains defiant even till his end, always looking upwards for hope
[smbols!images]
The idea of being taken down by swords represents the metaphor of being ruined
by slander and by bad reputation - pain inflicted by words or ideas.
His pale green skin has lost its colour, as he has long accepted this fate. His faced
covered to hide his shame.
The card does pose a positive side to it though - once you've hit rock bottom, the
only way is up.
The reversed side shows a man pierced as well, but his fists are clenched and his
head turned upwards-indicating defiance against the situation.
The warning there is takes the situation and to turn it on it's head and keep fighting
back.
Page O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
"he is a shrewd lady who wields her sword in a protective manner. "he keeps
caution from others by hiding behind her words.
[reversed]
"he is a spiteful lady who disturbs the peace true lies and malicious gossip. "he
whispers in the winds seeds of doubt.
[smbols!images]
The ,age is drawn as a cautious individual. "he looks firm and defiant in here pose
and threatening with her sword. "he represents caution and cunning. "he would be
bright and knowledgeable, agile with her mind.
The reversed ,age is drawn from the idea of /hinese whispers. *fter a message is
passed from person to another as a whisper, often the truth becomes distorted.
/olour: purple and green - colour of royalty and of envy
*night O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He confidently flies across the sky wielding his sword brashly against the wind. He
knows of no fear and lives life to the fullest
[reversed]
He is reckless with his life and of others. He doesn't care for anything and seeks
ecitement and enjoyment at any cost
[smbols!images]
%oth images play on the theme of riding a winged stallion - the metaphor of
epressive thought or ideas which is re1uired to be controlled or con1uered in order
to achieve this goal.
The knight has no fear on either side of falling off the creature. He is in command of
the element of wind and air, knowing no boundaries and epresses a freedom and
ease of traveling through it.
The reverse side shows a wilder stallion taking the knight for a ride. The knight
does not care for taming the creature but rides on it recklessly - the metaphor for
being unable to use knowledge or the mind without causing injury to himself.
/olour: gold and red - colours of the coat of arms
+#een O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
"he stunning, charming and cool. Her head rules over her heart as she prides
herself in her logic and mental abilities
[reversed]
"he is troubled by the conflicts of her mind. "he eperiences sorrow in the deepest
form - the anguish that plays over and over in her mindscape
[smbols!images]
The 1ueen, similar to the king is a winged creature upon a heavenly throne.
$etaphorically the wings represent a higher level of consciousness, which she has
reached.
The upside 1ueen has a firm cold look on her face for she embodies logic. 7or her,
stimulation comes from he mind, not from the pleasures of the body.
The reversed side 1ueen is distraught as she suffers from mental anguish. 7or the
1ueen, who prides herself on her command over the matters of the mind, the
anguish and sorrow she suffers in an indication of her own personal failure.
/olour: gold and green - royalty and the colour of healing and nature'
*ing O" S'or%s
[intepretation]
He is intellectually keen and clear. His piercing ga!e shows a depth of knowledge
and understands that cuts through all who stand before him. He is firm in his
decision as well as wise in his movements
[reversed]
He is blinded by his own brilliance; he abuses his power as he wields the sword for
his own gain. He cuts those before his path down and manipulates for his own gain.
[smbols!images]
"imilar to the 1ueen, the concept of the king being a winged creature, lends to the
metaphor of the wings representing a higher level of consciousness, which he has
reached. The king wields his sword, the symbol for thought and intelligence, with a
firm grip, using it as both a shield as well as a weapon.
The sword covering the reversed king's face indicates that he not only hides behind
the weapon but also abuses it in ways of deception.
/olour: gold and indigo - royalty and command
THE S(IT OF !AN&S
The suit of intuition and life
The fires of energies and destruction
/hanneled through the staves of earth and wood
%y beings who study the art of the fantastical
Ace O" !an%s
[intepretation]
The fires of life are alight around the wand of inspiration. Here marks the birth of all
creation.
[reversed]
The energy of life is blocked and the difficult to unleash
[smbols!images]
The 0atin word *dflatus means to breath or inspiration. The scroll unleashes as the
power of the stone embedded in the wand erupts - causing the energy around to
illuminate. The wand represents the birth of raw energy and creation.
The scroll wraps itself around the reversed stone. The darker aspect of the side
reflects upon the lack or blockage of energy with life.
T'o O" !an%s
[intepretation]
He channels the energy between the two wands to bring forth a creation based on
synthesis
[reversed]
He blocks his own energy, holding back all potential, which he possesses
[smbols!images]
The wi!ard in the card conjures an ethereal dragon above him - the dragon
symboli!ing the embodiment of fire and wisdom. The glowing sphere above him is
the focus of energy he generates to give birth to the dragon and much more.
The elements swirl around this sphere, illustrating his command over the elements.
This dramatic display shows the control he has in the synthesis of the energies
around to create.
The reversed magician is holds the wands down to block their energy from
unleashing.
The ethereal dragon above him fades slowly as the elements around him disperse.
The magician?'s energies are low or blocked, causing the slow dissipation of his
creation.
His hair flows wildly to in the winds - indicating his loss of control he has over the
elements.
Three O" !an%s
[intepretation]
(ffortlessly the energies flow out of their bodies and connect with the rest of the
universe
[reversed]
He fails to grasp the opportunity and darkness and confusion finds company in his
sorrow
[smbols!images]
The three sages have come together in a circle to from a vorte for creation. They
channel their energies to the heavens to spread over the land. The image illustrates
the level of ease of which the energy of creation flows through their bodies.
The reversed sage is in anguish over the loss of connection with the power within.
He loses his grip over the wands for his is blinded by his own pity.
%ehind him the elements are blowing apart his world, creation chaos and confusion.
/olour: glowing scarlet, reds - associated with *ries
Fo#r O" !an%s
[intepretation]
[reversed]
&nstability through radical change as life breaks away from itself
[smbols!images]
The constant flow in all directions of the rectangular planes is a metaphoric
representation of a routine and stability through repetitiveness.
The structured four wands create a band of energy between themselves -keeping
them stable.
The reversed side shows of change of this flat plane through a disturbance. The
layers begin to break away. &s a metaphoric representation of instability, which
comes through change.
/olour: warm golden hues - associated with 0eo
Five O" !an%s
[intepretation]
The youths scuffle wands playfully, preparing themselves for future battles
[reversed]
Tension in the air causes arguments between the two, as they wave their fists at
each other
[smbols!images]
The card acts as advice and warning:
The youths on the upside fight a mock battle to sharpen their skills and wit. They
practice for the real battles of life. The advice here is to be prepared by means of
practice and skilling up.
The reversed youths argue violently and vocally. Their energies run wild around
them as their threats rise with their anger. The warning here is of arguments which
can escalate to a disruptive nature.
/olour: warm golden hues - associated with 0eo
Si) O" !an%s
[intepretation]
He rides into a crowd, which celebrates his victory
[reversed]
He moves cautiously through a crowd of enemies
[smbols!images]
* celebratory crowd greets the rider. Here lies his victory parade for his
achievements at the end of his journey.
The reversed side rider runs into a battlefield. He is to be cautious of his
movements through this passage.
/olour: warm golden hues - associated with 0eo
Seven O" !an%s
[intepretation]
He fights all till the end. He is resilient and determined
[reversed]
He who hesitates will lose
[smbols!images]
This is a warrior who thrives on battle. He relishes the moments and laughs his
enemies off as he fights them even at the edge of a cliff. #ithin him is the strength
and energy to carry on.
The reversed warrior is clouded in the darkness of self-doubt. His hesitation,
indecisiveness will cost him precious time to react. The card warns of being 1uick to
decide and not to cease the moment.
He is distracted to not notice that his enemy will take advantage of his shortfall and
attack by surprise.
/olour: royal purples and sapphire blues - associated with "agittarius
Eight O" !an%s
[intepretation]
They are carried through the skies with their wands, taking them to new hori!ons
and eperiences.
[reversed]
They move through the skies with hesitation and haste. They keep their counsel
close and their eyes watchful.
[smbols!images]
They channel the energies of the wands to move forward and upwards. The image
gestures movement away, utili!ing the power from within.
They move forward with their wands crossed for protection. The hesitation and
caution in movement means that there will be a delay in their journey.
/olour: royal purples and sapphire blues - associated with "agittarius
Nine O" !an%s
[intepretation]
He finds the strength inside to carry on with the battle
[reversed]
The battle has worn him down and he is close to defeat
[smbols!images]
The dragons behind each character are familiars to each warrior, reflecting their
inner energies - which are being summoned upon. The dragon looks fiercely back
indicating a defiance, which is re1uired to over come the situation, which has
brought the warrior down.
The reversed dragon turns to its side and moves away. The man cannot summon
the strength to face the situation and his face is drained of all energy to continue
on.
/olour: royal purples and sapphire blues - associated with "agittarius
Ten O" !an%s
[intepretation]
He burdens ten wands ambitiously. He eerts immense control over them with the
power from within
[reversed]
He reali!es that he has taken on too much a task, and the wands break out of
formation
[smbols!images]
The energy within the sage has reached it?'s full potential. He can now burden the
task of bringing together ten wands together after years of training and eperience.
He has reached his peak.
The reversed sage loses control over the task. He has not reached the level that is
re1uired to burden the other wands and they break out of formation. The image
warns of not overburdening oneself with a task, which is beyond their abilities
Page O" !an%s
[intepretation]
"he has just discovered her inner powers of creation as she channels to bring to life
the illusion of a dragon
[reversed]
"he tries in vain to channel her energy to bring fourth anything to fruition. Her
frustration and self-imposed strain has blocked the flow within her
[smbols!images]
The upside ,age has discovered her ability to conjure. The ethereal dragon marks
the birth of her powers. "he reflects the beginning of lessons and training, which
one has to take to fully comprehend and control their inner energy.
The reversed side ,age is unable to channel her powers as she is trying too hard.
Her frustration only compounds the situation and creates a further block. The card
warns of taking slower steps and allowing the energy to flow outwards naturally.
/olour: red and purple - colours of raw energy and royalty'
*night O" !an%s
[intepretation]
He smolders of energy. He rides his dragon with confidence and daring
[reversed]
He is not sure of his direction. He cannot be trusted to save his own life much less
of others
[smbols!images]
The 8night is sure of himself. His confidence is contagious; his charisma burns
underneath his armor.
He rides the dragon as if it was an etension of him. The dragon symboli!ing the
embodiment of the raw powers of creation and of wisdom. The control his has over
the dragon also plays towards the metaphor of being command of the direction of
his life, having firm leadership and being in awe of those around him.
The reversed side dragon turns away from the knight. The 8night has lost control
over his ride and holds on uncertainty. This metaphor plays towards to loss of
control over projects, life and self.
/olour: red and gold - colours the coat of arms and royalty
+#een O" !an%s
[intepretation]
"he is a caring woman who looks out for others and provides for all
[reversed]
"he is deviant, and tantali!ing. "he indulges in her own fantasies and plays out
others for her own gains
[smbols!images]
The dragon and lion on her throne are symbols of the wisdom and loyalty
associated with the creatures.
%ehind her, a sunflower crowns her, symboli!ing the ever providing gift of the sun.
On her lap sits a white cat is her familiar. &t protects her like the 0ion to the lady of
"trength. The white represents the purity of her power and her selflessness.
Two male slaves flank the reversed side 1ueen. They represent her insatiable lust
over the body and forewarns of unfaithfulness, affairs and of seual indulgence.
The weary eye of the dragon, which crowns her, reflects on her untrusting nature,
which may lead to etreme jealously and deceitfulness.
/olour: gold and green - royalty and the colour of healing and nature
*ing O" !an%s
[intepretation]
He is a charming, charismatic and flamboyant. He is the embodiment of the energy
of life and all is drawn to his radiance
[reversed]
He is a selfish man who has not time for anyone else but himself. He consumes life
and manipulates for his own means
[smbols!images]
The majestic dragon representing ancient wisdom and strength adorns the throne
of the king.
The king is draped in richness and luury reflecting his radiates charm and
ostentatiousness.
The roses that surround his throne reflect on his loving and romantic nature.
)aked women, who wear masks, representing his indulgence in carnal pleasures
and of seual fantasies, flank the reverse side king.
The watchful eye of the dragon behind his throne represents his mistrust for all and
his demanding nature.
/olour: gold and blue - royalty and command