Rider Waite Tarot

Tarot Cheat Sheet

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There are enough messages in the Tarot to be able to read it just in an upright position.
If you like to read in reverse - the meaning is basically the opposite.

MAJOR ARCANA
The Fool Justice
New beginnings, Faith in the future, Balance, Equality, Law, Objectivity, Karma,
Energy, Originality, Spontaneity, Travel Fairness, Life lessons

The Magician The Hanged Man

The power to manifest, Expression, Stop, Wait, Delay, Postponement,
Potential, Talent, Resourceful, Dexterity Suspension, Need for new perspective

The High Priestess Death

Intuition, Spiritual insight, Knowledge, Change, The end of something,
Inaction, Patience, Secret, Go within Transformation, Illness

The Empress Temperance

Life in bloom, Flourishing, Nurturing, Alchemy, Compromise, Harmony, Going
Abundance, Fertility, Loving care with flow, Balance, Moderation

The Emperor The Devil

Power, Authority, Rules, Structure, Shadow, Bondage, Delusion, Materialism,
Stability, Lack of emotions, Direct Addiction, Toxicity

The Hierophant The Tower

Religion, Order, Tradition, Marriage, Shock, Destruction, Uncovering the truth,
Values, Education, Commitment Collapse of unstable structures

The Lovers The Star

Being at a crossroads, Choices, Hope, Optimism, Wish fulfillment, Chance,
Commitment, Falling in love, Partnerships Sanctification, Inspiration

The Chariot The Moon

Movement, Action, Progress, Drive, Illusion, Fantasy, Mystery, Uncertainty,
Confidence, Will power, Journey Delusion, Lies, Hidden things

Strength The Sun

Inner strength, Self-belief, Overcoming Joy, Happiness, Great energy, Success,
obstacles, Strong and gentle Vitality

The Hermit Judgment

Time to reflect, Introspection, Solitude, Final decision, Resolution, Awakening,
Wisdom, Silence, Seclusion Inner calling, Renewal

Wheel of Fortune The World

Karma, Cycle, Destiny, Change, Luck, Completion, Achievement, Attainment,
Opportunity Wholeness, Travel, Possibilities
 WANDS

Pleasant action towards you, New chance, Success, Victory, Happiness, Good
i Passion, New idea, Inspiration vi development, Fulfilling expectations

Options, Choices, Assessing one's life Moving through challenges and obstacles,
ii direction, Contemplation, Indecision vii Delimitation, Defence, On guard

Waiting for something or someone, Speed, Movement, Communication, Rapid

iii Looking for direction, Overview, Foresight
viii growth, Success ahead

Foundation, Reunion, Soulmates, Wounded Warrior, Inner strength,

iv Achievement, Harvest, Relief, Right path ix Learning from experience, Weigh options

Conflict, Confusion, Chaos, Dispute, Burdens, Overload, A big task, Exhaustion,

v Confrontation, Assertiveness x Too much

page knight
Action taker, Initiative, Enthusiasm, Adventure, Red hot, Passionate, Quick in
Impulse, Inspired, Something pleasant and quick out, Following passion

queen king
Magnetic, Attractive, Charming, Determined to succeed, Passionate,
Passionate, Knowing where to go Magnetic, Attractive, An entrepreneur

CUPS

New beginnings, Fulfillment, Joy, Playful, Flirting, Childish, Gift, Sharing,

i Satisfaction, Marriage, Birth, New job vi Soulmates, Long lost reunion

Soulmates, Mutual love, Mutual attraction, Illusion, Fantasies, Dreams, Rose-tinted

ii Union, Connection, Compatibility vii glasses, So many choices

Fun, Gatherings, Celebrations, Reunion, Self discovery, Moving on, Walk away,
iii Friendliness, Third party, Cheating
viii Withdrawal, Abandonment

Refusing an offer, Dissatisfaction with what Satisfaction, Joy, Pleasure, Indulgence, A

iv is being offered, Ignoring ix wish coming true, Well-being

Loss, Regret, Sadness, Grief, Self pity, Satisfaction, Fulfillment, Happiness,

v Focussing on the negative x Wholeness, A wish coming true

page knight
New beginnings, Put dream into reality, Romantic, Full cup of love, Good things
Manifestation, Immaturity, Lucky come in, Follow the heart and dreams

queen king
Emotional maturity and openness, Intuitive, Emotional maturity and openness, Caring,
Nurturing, Empathy, Psychic abilities Supportive, A counsellor
 SWORDS

New idea, Fresh start, Intellect, Clarity, Moving away, Leaving, Going somewhere
i Cut things out, Reason over emotion vi better, Seeking new horizons

Confusion, Indecision, Entrapped, Avoidance, Deception, Tactics, Dishonest,

ii Stalemate, Impartiality, Delay vii Cheating, Lying, Secret plans

Heartbreak, Dissatisfaction, Sorrow, Limitations, Bondage, Not seeing a way

iii Pain, Betrayal, Disappointment
viii out, Powerless, Stuck

Meditation, Resting, Retreating, Pause, Regret, Worries, Cruel knowledge,

iv Doing nothing, Time to recover ix Suffering, Anxiety, Depression, Guilt

Loss or win with a bitter taste, Blows Ending, Loss, Rock bottom, Destruction,
v under the belt, Mind games, Abuse x Feeling defeated, Worst tarot card

page knight
Unstable, Immature, Confrontational, Fast and quick energy, Rushing in,
Slander, Scandal, Spying Fearless, Pursue a goal, Hot-headed

queen king
Tearing off masks, Expression of opinion, Power, Expression of opinion, Intellectual,
Authenticity, Well-spoken, Cold Cold, Analytical, Due Diligence

PENTACLES

New chapter, Abundance, Potential for Balance, Giving and taking, Payback,
i prosperity, A promotion, Manifestation vi Charity, Accepting or giving help

Juggling of resources, Multitasking, Things Slow but sure growth, A test of patience,
ii in motion, Balancing vii Waiting for your plans to bear fruit

Work and result, Progress, Passing the Efforts, Hard work, Self-discipline,
iii exam, Foundation, Collaboration
viii Productivity, Skill, Dedication

Greed, Unwillingness to take risks, Abundance, Happiness, Material reward,

iv Savings, Holding on, Selfishness ix Well-being, Self love, Happy single

Left in the cold, Crisis, Distress, Problems, Abundance, Happiness, Well-being, Good
v Loss, Feeling like an outsider x times, Goal achievement, Legacy

page knight
New opportunity, Proposal, Offer, Study, Slow progress, Very slow energy, In long
Young person, Pregnancy term may be stable, Cautious

queen king
Mature, Down-to-earth, Secure, Stable, Mature, Commitment, Secure, Reliable,
Healthy finances, Mother energy Down-to-earth, Steady, Inflexible