Major Arcana Tarot Meanings
The 22 archetypes of the Major Arcana — from innocence to completion.
The Fool
New beginnings, innocence, spontaneity, free spirit
The Magician
Manifestation, resourcefulness, power, inspired action
The High Priestess
Intuition, sacred knowledge, divine feminine
The Empress
Femininity, beauty, nature, nurturing, abundance
The Emperor
Authority, establishment, structure, fatherhood
The Hierophant
Spiritual wisdom, tradition, conformity, morality
The Lovers
Love, harmony, relationships, values alignment, choices
The Chariot
Control, willpower, success, action, determination
Strength
Strength, courage, persuasion, influence, compassion
The Hermit
Soul-searching, introspection, being alone, inner guidance
Wheel of Fortune
Good luck, karma, life cycles, destiny
Justice
Justice, fairness, truth, cause and effect
The Hanged Man
Pause, surrender, letting go, new perspectives
Death
Endings, change, transformation, transition
Temperance
Balance, moderation, patience, purpose
The Devil
Shadow self, attachment, addiction, restriction
The Tower
Sudden change, upheaval, chaos, revelation
The Star
Hope, faith, purpose, renewal, spirituality
The Moon
Illusion, fear, anxiety, subconscious, intuition
The Sun
Positivity, fun, warmth, success, vitality
Judgement
Judgement, rebirth, inner calling, absolution
The World
Completion, integration, accomplishment, travel