The Empress

The Empress :  This is the 4th card in the major arcana.


When this card presents in a favourable position with in a spread, it is the epitome of Mother Earth.  The main areas to be influenced by this card revolve around prosperity, love, fertility, motherhood, nature, artistic endeavors and new beginnings.

The Emperor

The Emperor : This is the 5th card in the major arcana.

The appearance of this card within a spread often refers to a strong male influence or presence in your life, such as your father, brother, husband, friend or even your boss.

Today's combination

Present

Past

Future

This is an intriguing combination to encounter within the basic three card spread.  At first glance, the combination would seem to be indicative of a time of change/ turmoil in relation to work and financial aspects of the querants life.

The Hierophant

The Hierophant :  This is the 6th card in the major arcana.

Often regarded as the spiritual and moral compass of the Tarot.  The appearance of this card in a spread may signify a moral lesson to be learned.

As the keeper of moral law, the Hierophant may represent a spiritual guide, teacher or another who is wise and able to give good advice.

The Lovers

 The Lovers :  This is the 7th card in the major arcana.

 Definitely a card that is guaranteed to raise both your pulse and anticipation. Whilst its appearance can signify the arrival of a new love in your life, it is not always as straight forward as it would first seem.

The Hermit

The Hermit : This is the 10th card in the major arcana.

The path ahead needs some careful navigation for a while. This cards appearance signifies a need to exercise a degree of caution when making decisions, so consider all of your options carefully.

Strength

This is the 12th card in the major arcana.

This cards appearance represents strength in all things. Not just the physical aspects but also the hidden strengths of purpose, compassion, willpower, triumph and courage.

The Hanged Man

The Hanged Man :  This is the 13th card in the major arcana.

This card is not quite as dramatic as it's name would suggest. The figure is hanging by one foot which signifies a temporary set-back of either an emotional or material matter.

You may be about to, or have just entered a period of change in your life. Perhaps a situation has ground to a halt and you can't see the way forward.

The Moon

THE  MOON: This is the 19th card in the major arcana.


Just as our Moon has an effect on the ebb and flow of the tides,
 so The Moon can be seen to have an effect on the ebb and flow of emotions and fortunes.

The Devil

THE  DEVIL :  This is the 16th card in the major arcana.


When this card falls in a favourable position, it indicates a sense of permanence or commitment.  So it can be a good card to encounter if you are considering a marriage proposal or making a more permanent commitment to any relationship.

The Wheel of Fortune

The Wheel of Fortune : This is the eleventh card in the major arcana.

It's presence within a spread represents the ever changing fortunes of life.

Just as the wheel is symbolic of continuous movement, so it symbolises how fortunes rotate from highly favourable to less favourable and eventually returning to a more favourable state.