Wands- “Swiftness”. Swift activity, sudden progress or movements. Opportunities that could lead to success (not success in itself). Journey, approach to a goal. Haste, hope, movement – cupid's arrows.
Reversed- Thorns of dispute, jealousy, quarrels, discord. Too much, too soon – efforts exhausted. Delay, stagnation “falling short, force spent
Cups –“Abandoned Success” Discontinuance of effort, disappointment. Abandonment of previous plans, turning away from established links.Desire to go on to something new and deeper.
Reversed – Happiness. Effort continued until full success is attained. Restlessness leads to abandonment of well-founded effort. Joy, Gaiety – the spiritual aspect abandoned for the material.
Swords- “Shortened Force” Crisis, calamity, domination, imprisonment. A cycle of adversity is ending, but opportunities must be grasped. Censure, criticism. Not knowing which way to turn. “Your hands are tied” – action is restricted.
Reversed- Freedom. Relaxation . New beginnings are now possible. Hard work. Depressed state of mind. Misapplied effort.
Pentacles – “Prudence”. Apprenticeship. Craftsmanship. Personal effort. Employment or commission to come.
Reversed- Lack of ambition. Disillusionment. Concentration on immediate returns at expense of long-term success. Voided ambition.
A series exploring the Tarot, beginning with interpretation of each card
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