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The Most Misunderstood Tarot Cards
It’s pretty common for Tarot cards to have some misconceptions around them. After all, a card called ‘Death’ might not be something you’d be happy about turning over. But when you look more closely at the meanings of the cards, you’ll find that they’re rarely literal.
The Fool
No one wants to be considered a fool, right? But The Fool isn’t about being an idiot – it’s about being innocent, spontaneous, and full of life. It cautions us to look before we leap, but still to take that leap.
Death
So, the most important thing to know is that this card doesn’t represent actual, physical death. It’s not an omen or harbinger. It’s appearance in a spread tells of transformation and new beginnings. Endings are a natural part of life, and this card encourages us to know when to leave the past behind and embrace new possibilities and opportunities.
The Tower
For people who know a little about Tarot, this is the card that strikes fear – it’s the ‘chaos and upheaval’ card and can indicate a sudden, unexpected change. The thing is, though, we need change and upheaval if we’re to grow. The Tower often represents profound growth, learning, and progress.
The Devil
This isn’t about an external, evil presence or malevolent force. The Devil in Tarot represents our self-imposed issues, negative patterns, and destructive behaviours. It’s a reminder that we’re in control of our own freedoms, that if we free ourselves from the limitations, we have put on ourselves, we can grow and experience transformation and empowerment.
The Hanged Man
This is another card that looks dramatic, but it’s not as ominous as it seems. It’s a representation of pausing and reflecting, taking the time to view our situation from a different perspective. It’s about patience and surrender.
The Lovers
It’s not only the ‘negative’ cards that people can misunderstand. The Lovers doesn’t necessarily mean romance. It represents connections and meaningful relationships, communication and honesty, vulnerability and harmony. It also speaks to the self, and getting clear about your personal values and philosophy. It’s about the choice of who you are and how you present yourself, who you connect with, and how you make decisions.