Every tarot card explained in one place: browse all 78 Rider-Waite cards by suit below, follow the Fool’s Journey through the 22 Major Arcana, or jump straight to a spread to guide your next reading.
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Card Spreads
Card meanings are half the picture. A spread tells you where each card goes and what question it’s answering. Click a layout to learn it.
The spread you’ll use the most. Three cards, one clear story: what got you here, what’s going on now, and where it’s headed. Good for a daily pull or any question that doesn’t need the whole picture.
What led to where you are right now.
What’s actually going on today.
Where things are headed if nothing changes.
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The classic ten-card spread every reader eventually learns. It’s not more magical than a three-card pull, it just asks more questions. Good for the moments when you want the full picture instead of a quick read.
What this reading is actually about.
What’s hurting or helping you in the situation.
What’s on your mind about this right now.
What this situation is really built on.
What led you here.
What’s coming up next.
Where this is headed further down the road.
The people closest to this situation.
How you’ll likely feel about it later.
Where this realistically lands.
The FoolNew beginnings, innocence, spontaneity
The MagicianManifestation, resourcefulness, power
The High PriestessIntuition, mystery, the subconscious
The EmpressAbundance, nurturing, fertility
The EmperorAuthority, structure, stability
The HierophantTradition, institutions, spiritual guidance
The LoversLove, harmony, connection
The ChariotWillpower, determination, victory
StrengthCourage, patience, compassion
The HermitIntrospection, solitude, soul-searching
Wheel of FortuneChange, cycles, turning points
JusticeFairness, truth, cause and effect
The Hanged ManSurrender, new perspective, pause
DeathEndings, transformation, transition
TemperanceBalance, moderation, patience
The DevilBondage, materialism, shadow self
The TowerSudden change, upheaval, revelation
The StarHope, faith, renewal
The MoonIllusion, fear, the subconscious
The SunJoy, success, vitality
JudgementReflection, reckoning, awakening
The WorldCompletion, fulfillment, wholeness
Ace of WandsNew inspiration, creative spark
Two of WandsPlanning, personal power
Three of WandsExpansion, foresight
Four of WandsCelebration, homecoming, community
Five of WandsConflict, competition, tension
Six of WandsVictory, recognition, public success
Seven of WandsPerseverance, standing your ground
Eight of WandsSpeed, movement, quick action
Nine of WandsResilience, persistence
Ten of WandsBurden, responsibility, hard work
Page of WandsEnthusiasm, exploration, new ideas
Knight of WandsAction, adventure, spontaneity
Queen of WandsConfidence, independence, determination
King of WandsVision, leadership, entrepreneurship
Ace of CupsNew love, emotional beginnings
Two of CupsPartnership, connection, mutual attraction
Three of CupsFriendship, celebration, community
Four of CupsApathy, contemplation, missed opportunity
Five of CupsLoss, regret, grief
Six of CupsNostalgia, memories, reunion
Seven of CupsChoices, fantasy, wishful thinking
Eight of CupsWalking away, seeking more
Nine of CupsSatisfaction, contentment, wish fulfillment
Ten of CupsHappiness, harmony, emotional fulfillment
Page of CupsCreativity, intuition, new emotions
Knight of CupsRomance, charm, following the heart
Queen of CupsCompassion, emotional security, intuition
King of CupsEmotional balance, diplomacy, calm control
Ace of SwordsClarity, breakthrough, new idea
Two of SwordsIndecision, stalemate, a difficult choice
Three of SwordsHeartbreak, grief
Four of SwordsRest, recovery, contemplation
Five of SwordsConflict, tension, win-lose situations
Six of SwordsTransition, moving on, healing journey
Seven of SwordsStrategy, a better way of doing things
Eight of SwordsRestriction, feeling trapped
Nine of SwordsAnxiety, worry, fear
Ten of SwordsPainful endings, rock bottom
Page of SwordsCuriosity, vigilance, new ideas
Knight of SwordsAmbition, haste, forcing action
Queen of SwordsClarity, independence, direct communication
King of SwordsTruth, authority, intellectual power
Ace of PentaclesNew opportunity, prosperity
Two of PentaclesBalance, adaptability
Three of PentaclesTeamwork, collaboration, skill
Four of PentaclesSecurity, control, holding on
Five of PentaclesHardship, insecurity, isolation
Six of PentaclesGenerosity, charity, sharing
Seven of PentaclesPatience, investment, long view
Eight of PentaclesMastery, diligence, skill-building
Nine of PentaclesAbundance, self-sufficiency, luxury
Ten of PentaclesLegacy, wealth, family
Page of PentaclesLearning, new venture, manifestation
Knight of PentaclesReliability, hard work, routine
Queen of PentaclesPracticality, resourcefulness, nurturing
King of PentaclesWealth, security, disciplineNo cards match your search.
Major Arcana
aka The Fool’s Journey
From the first step off the cliff to becoming whole.
The FoolNew beginnings, innocence, spontaneityThe MagicianManifestation, resourcefulness, powerThe High PriestessIntuition, mystery, the subconsciousThe EmpressAbundance, nurturing, fertilityThe EmperorAuthority, structure, stabilityThe HierophantTradition, institutions, spiritual guidanceThe LoversLove, harmony, connectionThe ChariotWillpower, determination, victoryStrengthCourage, patience, compassionThe HermitIntrospection, solitude, soul-searchingWheel of FortuneChange, cycles, turning pointsJusticeFairness, truth, cause and effectThe Hanged ManSurrender, new perspective, pauseDeathEndings, transformation, transitionMinor Arcana
All 56 cards of everyday life, grouped by suit. Tap any card for its meaning.
From first spark to full mastery of your fire.
From the first open heart to full emotional mastery.
From the first sharp truth to full command of your mind.
From the first new venture to something built to last.
