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  • The Emperor – 4

    Tarot means a lot is left up to interpretation, but The Emperor isn’t going to just let that be wishy-washy. He’s here to make sure that the structure of the Tarot is followed. There is a right and a wrong way to do things, and he wants you to do things the “right way”. That way he can just be there to support and not have to punish you. After all, he maybe understanding, but The Emperor must still have those follow the laws of his land.

    Suit: Major Arcana

    Element(s): Fire

    Numerology: 13

    Planetary Ruler(s): Mars

    Zodiac(s): Aries

    Whenever The Emperor makes his presence known, he has many ways to go. While he is there to lead and guide, The Emperor is still ready at a moments notice to spring into action as needed. Ready to take up arms should the moment arise. Until such a time, he will remain steadfast in his duties while remembering a bit of gentleness more-so embodied by his counterpart. The Emperor means to weigh the paths laid before him and keep in mind there are consequences if he acts too rashly.

    Upright Meaning

    Stability, leadership, power, promotion, protection, conviction, reason, authority, structure, law & order

    Reversed Meaning

    Compassion, ego, tyranny, stubbornness, immaturity, obstruction, rigidity, ego, tyranny, confusion

    Important Symbols

    • Emperor
      • Masculinity
      • Leadership
    • Stone Ram Throne
      • Stone for Rigidity
      • Rams for Aries
    • Crown, Scepter, and Orb
      • Dominion and control
      • Worldly authority
    • Armor
      • Ready to fight if necessary
      • Strength and protection
    • Mountains
      • Solid foundation
      • Hard to penetrate once set
    • River
      • Emotional distance
      • Still understanding emotions can be at play

    <- The Empress

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    Tiffany “TJ” Gilbert is a Practicing Witch and Tarot Reader. Their work with and understanding of Tarot and Witchcraft has been a driving force for over 20 years. They have also spent that same amount of time in the gaming world, and want to help bridge the gap between their two major loves. They live in Des Moines, Iowa while caring for aging relatives.

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  • The Empress – 3

    The Empress showcases the meaning of fertility in the Tarot. Abundance flows all around her and from her. The Empress is the Tarot’s “traditional” answer to motherhood, femininity, birth/rebirth, and all things considered nurturing. She remains the bridge that brings new life forth and all that triumph entails. There are secrets here, but emotions are also kept in mind when she is speaking to you. There maybe some harsh truths. Still, The Empress will provide you what she can to help you understand the meaning of her card and what she has to tell you.

    Suit: Major Arcana

    Element(s): Earth

    Numerology: 12 & 21

    Planetary Ruler(s): Venus

    Zodiac(s): Taurus & Libra

    The Empress has dominion over the nature she is surrounded by, but isn’t overwhelming in her presence. Instead, she is there as regal as her counterpart, but far more approachable. The gentle and nurturing nature she represents is shadowed only by the ignorance of those whom do not understand womanhood. She is not here to explain that to them either. The Empress is here to make sure her people are cared and provided for with the bounty she can bring them.

    Upright Meaning

    Fertility, fruitfulness, comfort, intuition, motherhood, stability, abundance, nurturing, gentle influence, ignorance

    Reversed Meaning

    Fertility issues, financial strife, failing self-actualization, indecisive, unraveling of matters, light, truth

    Important Symbols

    • Empress
      • Nurturing
      • Regal leadership/guidance
    • Wheat/Trees
      • Abundance
      • Dominion over nature
    • Fruit (Traditionally Pomegranates)
      • Fertility
      • Rebirth and life
    • Planchette with Venus
      • Revealing secrets
      • Feminine secrets
    • Crown of Stars
      • Guiding gentle light
      • Shining through the dark
    • Scepter
      • Divine rule
      • Ritual and ceremony (particularly towards fertility)
    • Cushions
      • Gentleness
      • Softening what could be harsh blows

    <- The High Priestess

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    TJ Gilbert

    Tiffany “TJ” Gilbert is a Practicing Witch and Tarot Reader. Their work with and understanding of Tarot and Witchcraft has been a driving force for over 20 years. They have also spent that same amount of time in the gaming world, and want to help bridge the gap between their two major loves. They live in Des Moines, Iowa while caring for aging relatives.

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  • The High Priestess – 2

    So you want to know the meaning of The High Priestess in Tarot? She is the perfect card for that very endeavor. The High Priestess has the knowledge you seek and more. The true question is a different one, though. Are you ready for the knowledge and secrets she maintains?

    Suit: Major Arcana

    Element(s): Water

    Numerology: 11 & 20

    Planetary Ruler(s): Moon

    Zodiac(s): Cancer

    Sitting between the Pillars to Solomon’s Temple is where we find The High Priestess. She knows well the knowledge that rests in the scroll she keeps. The secrets that lie just behind her is more of the wisdom The High Priestess safeguards. What you get to know and have illuminated is up to how much she’s willing to reveal. Be honest with her because her intuitive feel for you will determine how much The High Priestess gives away.

    Upright Meaning

    Intuition, divine wisdom, deep knowledge, subconscious, inner voice, mystery, science, secrets being revealed

    Reversed Meaning

    Conceit, surface knowledge, repressed emotions, withheld information, secrets remaining out of reach, egotism

    Important Symbols

    • Priestess
      • Feminine keeper of secrets
      • Empathetic but steadfast
    • Pillars (Typically of Boaz and Jachin at Solomon’s temple)
      • Knowledge kept
      • Duality (Black and White) of truth
    • Scroll (Tora)
      • Information easily accessed
      • Easier for some to understand than others
    • Veil/Curtain
      • Hidden if just glancing at the cracks
      • Easily moved for those that step forth
    • Crescent Moon
      • Intuition
      • Lighting even in dark moments
    • Water
      • Emotions
      • Seeing as far as you’re willing to go (surface looks gain surface knowledge, but deeper looks gain more)
    • Fruit Tree (Typically Pomegranate)
      • Tree of life
      • Seeds of knowledge but must be worked for

    <- The Magician

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    Tiffany “TJ” Gilbert is a Practicing Witch and Tarot Reader. Their work with and understanding of Tarot and Witchcraft has been a driving force for over 20 years. They have also spent that same amount of time in the gaming world, and want to help bridge the gap between their two major loves. They live in Des Moines, Iowa while caring for aging relatives.

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  • The Magician – 1

    In Tarot, The Magician means a great deal as he is the master of manifestation. “As above, So below” isn’t just a phrase to him. This means whatever is in the Higher or Spiritual Plane is also available in the Physical Plane. One just needs the determination and skill to do so. The Magician has the tools in front of him for this very goal.

    Suit: Major Arcana

    Element(s): Air

    Numerology: 10 & 19

    Planetary Ruler(s): Mercury

    Zodiac(s): Gemini & Virgo

    While The Magician in Tarot is all about skill and reshaping the worlds, he doesn’t reach for the tools in front of him to access this potential. He has mastered the tools in front of him. It took time, determination, and practice, but he has achieved all of those. Now The Magician knows it is within him to bring the Spiritual/Higher Plane to the Physical Plane. He can call upon those tools he’s mastered if need be, but now he has control of the greatest resource to make those changes at The Magician’s whims ~ Himself.

    Upright Meaning

    Transformation, determination, adaptability, resourceful, skillful, self-confidence, willpower, manifestation

    Reversed Meaning

    Confusion, disquiet, disgrace, ill-intention, illusions, unable to see truth, lackluster energy

    Important Symbols

    • Magician (Traditionally male)
      • Arm up to the Higher Plane
      • Arm down to the Physical Plane
    • Infinity Symbol
      • Limitless potential
      • Connectivity between planes
    • Table of “Tools” (Minor Arcana Suits)
      • Mastery of each skill set
      • Available but unnecessary
    • Garden
      • Successful skill cultivation
      • Manifestation through determination
    • Double Ended Wand
      • Mirrored ends for bridging Above and Below
      • White for potential (just as a white candle can be substituted for any other candle)

    <- The Fool

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    TJ Gilbert

    Tiffany “TJ” Gilbert is a Practicing Witch and Tarot Reader. Their work with and understanding of Tarot and Witchcraft has been a driving force for over 20 years. They have also spent that same amount of time in the gaming world, and want to help bridge the gap between their two major loves. They live in Des Moines, Iowa while caring for aging relatives.

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  • The Fool – 0

    Learning the meaning of Tarot is a Fool’s errand. That is why he starts the journey through the Major Arcana and Tarot as a whole. No one is more ready at heart than The Fool to set off on a journey. How long it will take and how he intends to get there are trivial matters.

    Suit: Major Arcana

    Element(s): Air

    Numerology: All

    Planetary Ruler(s): Uranus

    Zodiac(s): Aquarius

    The Fool is the beginning. He’s setting off on a journey, though, he may not have told anyone where he was going. Or that he was going. He has his loyal companion at the heel trying to prevent him from falling, but The Fool has their small bag and a dream. What more do they need? It’s time for their new journey! The sun is rising, the mountains are calling, and there is a fresh start to be had.

    Upright Meaning

    New beginnings, innocence, wonder/childlike wonder, free spirit, new horizons, journey, spontaneity, romanticism of an adventure

    Reversed Meaning

    Chaos, reckless, lack of direction, falling off the path, naivety, stupidity, failure to find solid ground, spiraling into unplanned areas

    Important Symbols

    • Young Fool (Traditionally male)
      • Wonder/Open Mind
      • Romantic Notions of the world
    • White Dog
      • Loyal to his person
      • Energetic
    • Sun/Sunrise
      • Lightheartedness/Joy
      • Fresh Beginnings
    • Cliffs Edge
      • The point of no return
      • The leap of faith
    • Mountains
      • Journey into the unknown
      • Wonder for the beyond
    • Satchel/Rucksack
      • Some planning/forethought
      • Nourishment/tools
    • White Rose
      • Purity/Innocence
      • Reverence

    <- The World

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    TJ Gilbert

    Tiffany “TJ” Gilbert is a Practicing Witch and Tarot Reader. Their work with and understanding of Tarot and Witchcraft has been a driving force for over 20 years. They have also spent that same amount of time in the gaming world, and want to help bridge the gap between their two major loves. They live in Des Moines, Iowa while caring for aging relatives.

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