Tarot
Tarot is one of the oldest systems of divination and self-discovery, with a history spanning over five centuries. A standard deck contains 78 cards: 22 Major Arcana representing profound life archetypes, and 56 Minor Arcana reflecting everyday events and situations. This page is your complete reference — from card meanings and spreads to practical advice for those just starting out.
Card of the Day
Start your morning with a daily draw — pull one Tarot card and discover the guidance it holds for today:
Structure of the Tarot Deck
The Tarot deck is divided into two main groups:
22 Major Arcana — the Fool's journey from card zero to the World. Each arcanum symbolizes a pivotal life stage: the Magician represents will and initiative, the High Priestess embodies intuition, the Wheel of Fortune signals shifts in destiny, and the World marks completion and wholeness.
56 Minor Arcana are split into four suits, each linked to an element:
- Wands (fire) — creativity, energy, ambition, and action
- Cups (water) — emotions, love, relationships, and intuition
- Swords (air) — intellect, conflict, decisions, and truth
- Pentacles (earth) — material world, finances, health, and labor
Each suit has 14 cards: numbered cards from Ace through Ten, plus four court cards — Page (youth, messages), Knight (action, movement), Queen (maturity, nurturing), and King (authority, mastery).
Popular Spreads
Three-Card Spread — the simplest layout covering past, present, and future. Perfect for daily practice.
Celtic Cross — the classic 10-card spread for in-depth situation analysis.
Yes or No — a quick one-card answer to a specific question.
Relationship Spread — a 7-card layout revealing feelings, intentions, and prospects for a couple.
Weekly Spread — a 7-day forecast with one card per day.
Career Spread — a 5-card layout covering your current position, obstacles, and outlook.
Star Spread — a six-pointed layout for comprehensive multi-angle analysis.
Horseshoe Spread — a classic 7-card spread evaluating past, present, and future influences.
How to Read Tarot Cards
If you are new to Tarot, these tips will help you get meaningful and accurate readings:
- Set a calm atmosphere — choose a quiet space, light a candle or incense, and take a moment to center yourself before drawing cards.
- Ask open-ended questions — instead of "Will I...?" try "What do I need to know about...?" or "How is the situation with...developing?".
- Shuffle with intention — focus on your question as you mix the cards, and stop when you feel ready.
- Read cards in context — a card's meaning depends on its position in the spread and the cards around it. The same card can tell a different story in a different layout.
- Trust your intuition — if the imagery on a card triggers associations that differ from textbook definitions, listen to your inner voice.
- Keep a reading journal — write down your questions, the cards you drew, and your impressions so you can track accuracy and deepen your understanding of the symbols over time.
