Tarot // The Difference Between the Major and Minor Arcana // My 3 Card Reading and Major Arcana Study Guide
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<center>  </center> # Tarot // The Difference Between the Major and Minor Arcana Last week on the *Darkside*, @sunravelme and I had @intuitivejakob on the show to talk about Tarot. We barely scratched the surface so Jakob will be on the show again next week to continue our discussion. [Check out this post to find out when and how to listen to the show.](https://steemit.com/psychology/@isaria/the-law-of-attraction-the-power-of-the-mind-the-darkside-msp-waves-radio-episode-19-audio-and-whatnots) I've always been interested in learning more about Tarot. I have 2 decks: The Rider-Waite-Smith Deck and the Cicero Golden Dawn Deck. Along the way, throughout my esoteric journey, I've made study guides for both the Major and Minor Arcana. But, memorizing the meanings of each card is only part of it. The true art to Tarot reading involves understand the relationship between the cards and using intuition to help decipher what the cards are trying to say. Jakob mentioned that the Steemit Tarot Community has started doing Tarot Tuesdays. I look forward to learning more from @intuitivejakob as well as these other knowlegable members that Jakob recommended: @tarotbyfergus, @traciyork, @sunscape, @teneiced, @amariespeaks, and @sarahewaring. --- --- ## The Major Arcana A Tarot deck contains 78 cards total. One of the most popular decks to learn with is the Rider-Waite-Smith Deck. It was first published in 1909 by Rider Publishing. The creators were A. E. Waite and Pamela Colman Smith who were both members of the Golden Dawn. Waite paid Smith a flat fee for her illustrations and she unfortunately did not receive credit for her amazing work as the publisher's name was used along with Waite's name instead of hers. The cards I use are an updated version called the Radiant Rider Waite. Most people prefer the original illustrations, but I purchased these before I knew any of the above information. ---  The Major Arcana contains 22 cards which tell the story of the soul on it’s journey toward spiritual awareness. These cards indicate major life events or changes that can have long lasting effects. They can also represent lessons that we need to learn in order to progress. They may also refer to energies that are having a major impact on our lives. --- --- ## The Minor Arcana  The Minor Arcana contains 56 cards which symbolize daily events or issues. They can also represent minor or temporary changes. There are 4 Suits, each corresponding to a different element, and each suit contains 14 cards. * The numbered cards (Ace through 10) represent daily life situations * The court cards (Page, Knight, Queen, King) can represent personality traits or actual people **The 4 Suits are Pentacles, Cups, Wands, and Swords** **Pentacles correspond to the Element of Earth** - money, career, possessions, physicality **Cups correspond to the Element of Water** - emotions, feelings, personal issues, relationships **Wands correspond to the Element of Fire** - action, creativity, energy, spirituality **Swords correspond to the Element of Air** - thoughts, intellect, logic --- --- # My 3 Card Past, Present, Future Reading I think @intuitivejakob told me it's not the best idea to do a reading on yourself, but I did one anyway...for Science. I asked my cat to do one for me, but he said he had an important nap to get to. I chose to do this reading with all Major Arcana. It's not the usual way to do a reading, but I've read that it's good to do if you are looking for some spiritual guidance or insight from the collective unconscious. And yes, I also ran the picture of the 3 cards that I chose through the deep dream generator because I'm weird. ## My 3 Card Reading  **Past - Wheel of Fortune** This card is ruled by Jupiter. About a year ago I started Invoking Jupiter, which is the planet of expansion. There has been a turn for the better in my life during the last year. **Present - Strength** This card is associated with Leo. My husband is a Leo and my rising sign is Leo. This card also indicates patience, compassion, healing qualities, and spiritual power. **Future - The Hierophant** I suppose I could take this card in the literal sense that I may one day become the Hierophant of the esoteric order that I'm in. But, I'm viewing it another way. This card is associated with Taurus. I've been working through the Earth element for over a year. My foundations were not stable, they broke apart, and I've been working on rebuilding them. I am headed toward the completion of this Earth cycle to work with the other elements and ultimately achieve spiritual enlightenment. --- --- # My Major Arcana Study Guide  **0 The Fool:** Ruled by Uranus Innocence Leaping into the unknown Starting new Spontaneity A free spirit Extravagance *Reversed:* Unable to make a decision or move forward Foolishness Risk-taking Naivety Carelessness ---  1 **The Magician:** Ruled by Mercury, messenger of the gods Powerful, masculine energy New ideas and creativity Connection to source Concentration Resourcefulness Self-confidence Skills The querent or querent's interest All 4 Elements are represented on the altar. Focus and concentration. Law of correspondence .. As above so below, as below so above as the vertical held wand and redirection down to the rosebed of subconsciousness. *Reversed:* Lack of skill Manipulation Poor planning Conceit Deception Be careful where to put your trust ---  **2 The High Priestess:** Ruled by the Moon Spirituality Intuition and patience Subconscious Mystery Higher powers Something remains hidden so do not rush Knowledge and wisdom The querent or querent's interest *Reversed:* Vanity Instability Selfishness Ignorance Deception Hidden agendas Need to listen to inner voice ---  **3 The Empress:** Ruled by Venus Abundance and wealth Initiative and action Ignorance regarding concerns or stresses Beauty, nature, femininity, fertility Creativity Clandestine The unknown Difficulty or doubt *Reversed:* Overindulgence Barrenness A tendency to be domineering Losing power Creative block Dependence on others ---  **4 The Emperor:** Associated with Aries Material wealth Independence Power Discipline Authority Protection Stability Structure Solid foundation Reason Conviction *Reversed:* Immaturity Lack of self control Miserly Domination Rigidity Inflexibility Excessive control ---  **5 The Hierophant:** Associated with Taurus Mercy and compassion Inspiration Bridge between deity and humanity Marriage, alliance Captivity, servitude Conformity Tradition or beliefs Religion *Reversed:* Unconventional Disregard for rules Weakness Restriction Challenging the status quo ---  **6 The Lovers:** Associated with Gemini Partnership, love, friendship Duality of earthly and divine love Attraction, love, beauty Trials overcome A test you will pass Values Alignment *Reversed:* Quarrels Separation Infidelity Hasty, unwise choices Disharmony Imbalance Misalignment of values Loss ---  **7 The Chariot:** Linked to Cancer and the Moon Balance negative and positive forces to achieve success Maintain focus Control Will power Determination Assertion Triumph overcoming obstacles *Reversed:* Lack of control and direction Bad habits Failure to follow through Aggression Defeat ---  **8 Strength:** Associated with Leo Use your head, not your heart Exercise restraint Courage Patience Control Compassion Healing qualities Spiritual power *Reversed:* Weakness and lack of self control Lack of confidence Lack of self-discipline Cowardice ---  **9 The Hermit:** Associated with Virgo Looking inward Soul-searching Introspection Inner guidance Healing Seeking the inner path Self-knowledge Caution *Reversed:* Loneliness and depression Isolation Withdrawal Hasty decisions Fear Overly cautious ---  **10 Wheel of Fortune:** Ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion A turn for the better Reward for past deeds Fortune, power, movement and change The cyclical nature of life Good luck Destiny Success *Reversed:* Turn for the worse Blind optimism can lead to failure Bad luck Out of control Negative external forces ---  **11 Justice:** Associated with Libra Decisions will be made- fairly Balance Truth Cause and effect Law *Reversed:* Unreasonable decisions Others may not be forthright Unfairness Lack of accountability Dishonesty Bias ---  **12 The Hanged Man** Stepping back to reassess and rest Wisdom as a result of self-sacrifice Letting go Suspension You must be patient *Reversed:* Unwillingness to make sacrifices Or sacrifices made for the wrong reasons Martyrdom Indecision Delay Selfishness Effort is required ---  **13 Death:** Rebirth Transition Endings, beginnings Accept change Let go of the past Transformation *Reversed:* Refusal to budge Resistance to change Unable to move forward Stagnation Possible loss of friendship ---  **14 Temperance:** Linked to Sagittarius Good health Balance within oneself and relationships Moderation Patience Purpose *Reversed:* Disharmony Frustration Clashing interests Imbalance Excess Lack of long-term vision ---  **15 The Devil** Associated with Capricorn Emotional, spiritual or physical bondage Relationships based on material gain Sexuality Addiction *Reversed:* Detachment Breaking free Power reclaimed You face bad habits or addictions but these can be overcome ---  **16 The Tower:** Ruled by Mars Radical transformation Destruction bringing change Disaster, upheaval Revelation A partnership may suddenly dissolve Disruption *Reversed:* Avoidance of disaster Fear of change Trapped by old habits Stuck in a rut ---  **17 The Star:** Linked with Aquarius Creativity and new ideas Hope and inspiration Spirituality Renewal Serenity A bright future *Reversed:* Lack of faith Despair Discouragement Disappointment perhaps due to stubbornness An unfulfilling association may come to an end ---  **18 The Moon:** The Moon rules the subconscious Psychic powers are revealed Intuition is strong Beware of deception Unusual events may occur Fear, anxiety, insecurity Illusion *Reversed:* Release of fear, unhappiness or confusion Deceptions are unmasked Small mistakes can be corrected ---  **19 The Sun:** Growth, contentment, positive energy Happy relationships Creative endeavors Expand your horizons Success Positivity Vitality and warmth *Reversed:* Temporary depression Lack of success Blocked energy Setbacks Keep an eye on important relationships ---  **20 Judgement:** Ruled by Pluto Transformation Rebirth Inner calling Absolution A fresh start Forgive and forget Soul searching *Reversed:* Self-doubt Refusal of self-examination Stop delaying the inevitable Indecision can lead to missed opportunities ---  **21 The World:** The completion of life's circle Mystical unity with the Universe Success and liberation through spiritual rebirth Integration Accomplishment Travel *Reversed:* Lack of completion or closure Success may be delayed Filter out imperfections and refine your vision Failure Inertia Evil reward
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