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Tarot cards are rich with symbolism and understanding the classic symbols that appear throughout the Rider-Waite deck along with other classic tarot decks can help you peel back the layers of meaning and find similarities between the cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With 78 tarot cards in a standard deck, learning to interpret the meaning of each can be overwhelming. A firm understanding of the symbols of the tarot that are scattered throughout the major arcana and minor arcana can make this process easier and enrichen your readings. Look to the numbers, colors, and classic symbols to help you unpack the messages in the tarot cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Number Symbols of the Tarot <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Numbers appear throughout the deck and correspond to numerology. You can look to the numbers for insight into the energy of the card. Here\u2019s a guide to the ten numbers that appear in pip cards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ones <\/strong>\u2013 unity, new beginnings, renewal, awakening<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Twos <\/strong>\u2013 partnerships, balance, duality<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Threes <\/strong>\u2013 expansion, creativity, groups<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fours <\/strong>\u2013 stability<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fives<\/strong> \u2013 change, conflict, growth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sixes <\/strong>\u2013 harmony<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sevens <\/strong>\u2013 spiritual growth, hard work, lessons<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eights <\/strong>\u2013 abundance, accomplishment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nines <\/strong>\u2013 coming to an end of a cycle<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tens<\/strong> \u2013 completion, success, enlightenment <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colors <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another way you can decipher tarot card meanings is to look at the colors being used with the imagery. The colors help create an overall energy of the tarot card and can correspond to the chakras. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Black <\/strong>– Protection, darkness, negativity, illness, being grounded <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Red<\/strong> \u2013 Root chakra, safety, security, grounded, safety, security, passion<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pink<\/strong> \u2013 Heart chakra, love, femininity, compassion, forgiveness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orange<\/strong> \u2013 Sacral chakra, joy, happiness, creativity, sexuality, optimism<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yellow<\/strong> \u2013 Solar plexus chakra, enthusiasm, confidence, happiness, spontaneity <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gold<\/strong> \u2013 Crown chakra, abundance, self-mastery, divine guidance, spiritual leadership<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Green<\/strong> \u2013 Heart chakra, healing, unconditional love, self-love, harmony, balance, envy, bitterness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blue <\/strong>\u2013 Throat chakra, communication, boundaries, speaking up, self-expression<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purple<\/strong> \u2013 Third eye chakra, intuition, psychic ability, spirituality, awakening<\/p>\n\n\n\n

White<\/strong> \u2013 Crown chakra, higher self, connection to the divine<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art Symbols of the Tarot<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most common tarot decks use recurring objects and animals that are symbolic beyond their literal interpretation. Some classic symbols that appear through the Rider-Waite tarot deck and other classic decks include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Angels<\/strong> \u2013 Inspiration, guidance on your journey, listen to your inner voice <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cups<\/strong> \u2013 Emotions, feelings, love<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dogs<\/strong> \u2013 friendship, companionship, community, loyalty, honesty<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embroidered Robes<\/strong> \u2013 wealth, status, royalty<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flags<\/strong> \u2013 Pay close attention, caution<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grapes<\/strong> \u2013 abundance, fertility<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flowers<\/strong> \u2013 abundance, growth, success, luxury, beauty<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hammer<\/strong> \u2013 chores, hard work, labor, chipping away at something, progress<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laurels<\/strong> \u2013 victory, abundance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lion<\/strong> \u2013 patience, strength, romance, taming<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moon <\/strong>\u2013 passage of time, cycles, secrets coming to light, making the darkness light, reflection, femininity<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pentacles<\/strong> \u2013 materialism, money, success, vocation <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swords<\/strong> \u2013 truth, clarity, fast-moving action<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thrones <\/strong>\u2013 royalty, importance, establishment, luxury<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trees <\/strong>\u2013 shelter, protection, growth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wands<\/strong> \u2013 creativity, passion <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning the symbolism in tarot can make your readings more succinct and give a greater depth. You may find similarities between the tarot cards that have been overlooked in the past which can enrichen your interpretations. Pulling cards with repetitive symbols could indicate an important message trying to come through. Take note of when you see the same symbols jump out at you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the above is a guide to reading the common symbols of tarot, your interpretation may be personal, For instance, you may find that certain symbols such as a dove remind you of a specific person, or the robes worn by the characters in the tarot resemble the wardrobe of a close friend. Use your intuition to determine what message is trying to come through for you.
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Tarot cards are rich with symbolism and understanding the classic symbols that appear throughout the Rider-Waite deck along with other classic tarot decks can help you peel back the layers of meaning and find similarities between the cards.  With 78 tarot cards in a standard deck, learning to interpret the meaning of each can be …<\/p>\n

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