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Tarot Card Meanings: The Hermit
The Hermit is one of the most iconic cards in the Tarot. Often seen as a symbol of solitude, wisdom, and introspection, the Hermit invites us to step away from the noise of everyday life and follow the quiet glow of inner guidance. In this deep dive, we’ll explore Hermit symbolism, history, astrology, shadow work, and the many animal archetypes that walk beside him, from owls to snakes. Whether you’re a Tarot beginner or a seasoned reader, this card has much to teach us about walking alone, but never being truly lost.
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Tarot Card Meanings: Strength
Strength is the eighth card of the Major Arcana in many Tarot traditions, and represents inner fortitude, self-mastery, and the power of gentleness. In this post, I explore what the Strength Tarot card means: from mythology and theology to personal experience, deck art, feminist readings, and more. Some Tarot traditions have Justice in this position (8), but I like Strength here, as it points to such a radically different kind of power than the previous card - the Chariot - the strength to confront yourself calmly, and without fear.
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Tarot Card Meanings: The Chariot
The Chariot is the seventh card of the Major Arcana, representing willpower, victory, determination, and the challenge of keeping opposing forces in balance. In this post, I explore what the Chariot means in Tarot readings: its triumphs, its warnings, and its many fascinating depictions across different decks. Though it’s called the Chariot, this card isn’t really about the vehicle, it’s about the driver. The charioteer is the one who draws your eye, commanding your attention and immediately asking you to identify with him. And in my experience as a reader, querents love identifying with him. Honestly, I’d legit say he’s one of the most well-received cards in the deck. I…
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Tarot Card Meanings: The Sun
The Sun is the nineteenth card of the Major Arcana, and represents joy, clarity, vitality, and childlike wonder. In this post, I explore The Sun Tarot meaning - from classical symbolism and Rider-Waite-Smith imagery to reflections on happiness, embodiment, and how to let yourself really feel the light. It's my belief that every card in the Tarot has both positive and negative connotations (and why I don't read reversals per se, rather I'm guided by both the spread and my querent as to whether a card's energy is light or shadow), but The Sun is BIG on the positivity and doesn't leave the shadow many spaces to hide. It's one…
