Here’s a brief meaning of each tarot card based on the Rider-Waite-Smith deck. The tarot deck has 78 cards, divided into the Major Arcana (22 cards) and the Minor Arcana (56 cards).

🌟 Major Arcana (22 Cards)

These represent major life events, spiritual lessons, and deep transformations.

1. The Fool (0) – New beginnings, innocence, taking a leap of faith.
2. The Magician (I) – Manifestation, skill, taking action.
3. The High Priestess (II) – Intuition, hidden knowledge, mystery.
4. The Empress (III) – Abundance, femininity, nurturing.
5. The Emperor (IV) – Structure, authority, leadership.
6. The Hierophant (V) – Tradition, spirituality, guidance.
7. The Lovers (VI) – Love, choices, relationships.
8. The Chariot (VII) – Determination, success, control.
9. Strength (VIII) – Inner strength, courage, patience.
10. The Hermit (IX) – Introspection, solitude, wisdom.
11. Wheel of Fortune (X) – Luck, cycles, destiny.
12. Justice (XI) – Truth, fairness, karma.
13. The Hanged Man (XII) – Letting go, new perspectives, surrender.
14. Death (XIII) – Transformation, endings, rebirth.
15. Temperance (XIV) – Balance, harmony, patience.
16. The Devil (XV) – Temptation, addiction, toxic influences.
17. The Tower (XVI) – Sudden change, upheaval, revelation.
18. The Star (XVII) – Hope, inspiration, healing.
19. The Moon (XVIII) – Illusions, intuition, subconscious fears.
20. The Sun (XIX) – Joy, success, positivity.
21. Judgment (XX) – Awakening, renewal, inner calling.
22. The World (XXI) – Completion, fulfillment, accomplishment.

🔥 Minor Arcana (56 Cards)

These represent everyday events, thoughts, and emotions.

Wands (Fire – Passion, Energy, Action)

1. Ace of Wands – New inspiration, creative spark
2. Two of Wands – Planning, looking ahead
3. Three of Wands – Expansion, progress
4. Four of Wands – Celebration, harmony
5. Five of Wands – Conflict, competition
6. Six of Wands – Victory, recognition
7. Seven of Wands – Defense, standing ground
8. Eight of Wands – Swift action, movement
9. Nine of Wands – Perseverance, resilience
10. Ten of Wands – Burden, hard work
11. Page of Wands – Excitement, exploration
12. Knight of Wands – Adventure, impulsiveness
13. Queen of Wands – Confidence, charisma
14. King of Wands – Leadership, vision

Cups (Water – Emotions, Relationships, Intuition)

1. Ace of Cups – New love, emotional fulfillment
2. Two of Cups – Partnership, connection
3. Three of Cups – Friendship, celebration
4. Four of Cups – Boredom, dissatisfaction
5. Five of Cups – Loss, regret
6. Six of Cups – Nostalgia, childhood memories
7. Seven of Cups – Illusions, choices
8. Eight of Cups – Walking away, soul-searching
9. Nine of Cups – Wishes fulfilled, satisfaction
10. Ten of Cups – Happiness, family, love
11. Page of Cups – Innocence, creative dreams
12. Knight of Cups – Romance, following your heart
13. Queen of Cups – Compassion, deep intuition
14. King of Cups – Emotional balance, wisdom

Swords (Air – Thoughts, Challenges, Conflict)

1. Ace of Swords – Clarity, new ideas
2. Two of Swords – Indecision, stalemate
3. Three of Swords – Heartbreak, sorrow
4. Four of Swords – Rest, recovery
5. Five of Swords – Conflict, betrayal
6. Six of Swords – Moving on, transition
7. Seven of Swords – Deception, strategy
8. Eight of Swords – Feeling trapped, anxiety
9. Nine of Swords – Worry, nightmares
10. Ten of Swords – Painful ending, betrayal
11. Page of Swords – Curiosity, new knowledge
12. Knight of Swords – Ambition, fast action
13. Queen of Swords – Independence, wisdom
14. King of Swords – Logic, clear thinking

Pentacles (Earth – Money, Career, Stability)

1. Ace of Pentacles – New financial opportunity
2. Two of Pentacles – Balance, juggling responsibilities
3. Three of Pentacles – Teamwork, skill-building
4. Four of Pentacles – Holding on, fear of loss
5. Five of Pentacles – Hardship, financial struggles
6. Six of Pentacles – Generosity, giving/receiving
7. Seven of Pentacles – Patience, long-term investment
8. Eight of Pentacles – Hard work, mastery
9. Nine of Pentacles – Independence, luxury
10. Ten of Pentacles – Wealth, family legacy
11. Page of Pentacles – Learning, new career paths
12. Knight of Pentacles – Dedication, slow but steady progress
13. Queen of Pentacles – Nurturing, financial security
14. King of Pentacles – Success, abundance