This new, updated Angelic Tarot Card Meanings Index with Keywords and Correspondences for each card is a work in progress. As I go through the in-depth Angelic Tarot Card Meanings, I indicate that they are updated by putting the word [Keywords] in bold text. To get to more in-depth Angelic Tarot Card Meanings, simply click on the title of each card.
In the Angelic Tarot Card Meanings Index below, you will also keywords for each of the cards. I do not recommend learning tarot only by memorising keywords. However, keywords can sometimes help trigger deeper insights and provide clarity when we feel the cards are not making much sense.
Keywords also add to our internal database of Tarot knowledge. I like to think of each keyword as a memory hook that you can use to sort situations and things you encounter in everyday life.
Intuition and Correspondences
A better way to learn card meanings is to use your own intuition in combination with learning astrological and angelic correspondences. Learning Tarot correspondences is a lifelong pursuit and extremely valuable once we start using the Tarot for pathworking and psychospiritual development.
The aim of any serious student of the Tarot should be to embody each of the full spectra of meanings for each of the 78 Keys in full awareness. This is how you can truly make the Tarot work for you. Please be patient as this level of mastery usually takes many years to achieve.
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Why I don’t Include Reversed Card Meanings
You will notice that I have not included reversed Tarot card meanings here. This is because I believe that the upright card contains the full spectrum of meanings and that turning cards upside down can block natural visual clues. A better way of reading the cards is to learn to sense the flow of energy between you, your question and the vibration of each arcanum, as well as how the energy flows between the cards.
Major Arcana Angelic Tarot Card Meanings
The Major Arcana details the Fool’s Journey through life. This journey leads The Fool to encounter each of the archetypes that reside in the Universal Subconscious Mind. They represent the big life lessons we must each navigate. However, it’s not a linear journey and especially when it comes to our Shadow Card, for instance, we may need to revisit the lesson. The same is often true for any of the Karmic Cards.
THE FOOL
Astrological correspondence: Uranus
Element: Air
Archangel: Uriel
Keywords: innocence, new beginnings, blind faith, a childlike sense of wonder,
foolishness, boldness, carelessness, feeling carefree
THE MAGICIAN
Astrological correspondence: Mercury
Archangel: Raphael
Keywords: communication, adaptation, cunning, skill, mastery, craft, trickery, indecision, deceit, magic, willpower, taking action, psychopomp, medium, scribe, spelling, spellcasting, initiating
THE HIGH PRIESTESS
Astrological correspondence: The Moon
Archangel: Gabriel
Keywords: divine knowledge, mystery, wisdom, prophecy, the subconscious, a need for approval, codependency, bipolar disorder
THE EMPRESS
Astrological correspondence: Venus
Archangel: Haniel
Keywords: beauty, creativity, fertility, selfishness, motherhood, infidelity, smothering, luxury, flirting, chaos
THE EMPEROR
Astrological correspondence: Aries
Archangel: Sariel
Keywords: fatherhood, organisation, ambition, rational thought, leadership, irresponsibility, anger issues, authority
THE HIEROPHANT
Astrological correspondence: Taurus
Archangel: Sandalphon
Keywords: tradition, legacy, religion, education, convention, fanaticism, blind devotion, servitude, society, weight gain
THE LOVERS
Astrological correspondence: Gemini
Archangel: Jophiel
Keywords: choice, friendship, love relationship, true love, conflict, a relationship ending, indecision, poor choices
THE CHARIOT
Astrological correspondence: Cancer
Archangel: Metatron
Keywords: willpower, self-control, self-discipline, co-creating destiny, success, lack of focus, loss of direction, pressure, determination, lack of self-discipline
STRENGTH
Astrological correspondence: Leo
Archangel: Ariel
Keywords: strength, magnanimity, power, courage, conviction, compassion, doubt, cowardice, blind rage, weakness, pride, kindness, attraction, playfulness, creativity, higher self vs ego
THE HERMIT
Astrological correspondence: Virgo
Archangel: Raziel
Keywords: contemplation, (life) review, deliberation, insight, teaching, self-awareness, service,
isolation, withdrawal, feeling rejected
THE WHEEL Of FORTUNE
Astrological correspondence: Jupiter
Archangel: Zadkiel
Keywords: good fortune, unexpected rewards, timing, unexpected problems, curve balls, success, karma, destiny, luck, expansion
JUSTICE
Astrological correspondence: Libra
Archangel: Raguel
Keywords: justice, legal matters, marriage, divorce, lawsuits, harmony, homeostasis, dispute, equality, inequality, decision-making
THE HANGED MAN
Astrological correspondence: Neptune
Element: Water
Archangel: Asariel
Keywords: a new perspective, dreams, illusion, delusion, sacrifice, victimhood, initiation, feeling stuck, depression, devotion, compassion/higher love
DEATH
Astrological correspondence: Scorpio
Keywords: change, transformation, death of the ego, initiation, endings, clinging to the past, refusal to change, obsession
TEMPERANCE
Astrological correspondence: Sagittarius
Archangel: The Angel of Temperance
Keywords: art, alchemy, union, compromise, moderation, harmony, cooperation, impatience, discord, competition, frustration, clumsiness
XV THE DEVIL
Astrological correspondence: Capricorn
Archangel: The Higher Self
Keywords: temptation, addiction, codependency, abuse, chaos, overcoming temptation, freedom, facing your fear, shadow work, soul alchemy, order out of chaos, guardian of the threshold
THE TOWER
Astrological correspondence: Mars
Archangel: Chamuel
Keywords: trauma, destruction, acts of God, danger, accident, puberty (boys), suffering, surgery, war, natural disasters, testosterone, erectile dysfunction
THE STAR
Astrological correspondence: Aquarius
Archangel: The Angel of Grace
Keywords: hope, renewed faith, optimism, help, harmony, community, transparency, disappointment, negativity, unfulfilled hopes
THE MOON
Astrological correspondence: Pisces
Archangel: Barachiel
Keywords: illusion, delusion, fantasy, secrets, fear, betrayal, secrets revealed, awareness, addiction, confusion
THE SUN
Astrological correspondence: The Sun
Archangel: Michael
Keywords: happiness, success, rewards, prosperity, glory, courage, victory, burnout, pride, delayed success
JUDGEMENT
Astrological correspondence: Pluto
Element: Fire
Archangel: Jeremiel
Keywords: renewal, finality, a life-changing choice, summation, remorse, regrets, a resolution, indecision, life review
THE WORLD
Astrological correspondence: Saturn
Element: Earth
Archangel: Holy Sophia
Keywords: cycles, nature, perfection, attainment, self-realization, recognition, stagnation, lack of closure, unfinished business, recompense
Minor Arcana Angelic Tarot Card Meanings
Suit of Wands – Archangel Michael
The Suit of Wands corresponds to the Element of Fire. The cardinal direction is South and the ruling Archangel is Archangel Michael.
In Tarot readings, Wands cards can show us drive, inspiration, motivation, the competitive edge (or lack thereof) and our alignment with our life purpose.
Element: Fire
Keywords: optimism, inspiration, a new venture, sap rising, impotence, pessimism, powerlessness
TWO OF WANDS (Mars in Aries)
Keywords: determination, sparring partner, steady course, equal partnership, loss of interest, straying, misgivings, conflict, domination
THREE OF WANDS (Sun in Aries)
Keywords: enterprise, networking, great purpose, creativity, arrogance, creative block, unrealistic expectations
FOUR OF WANDS (Venus in Aries)
Keywords: celebration, joy, successful completion of the phase of a venture, exhausted resources, lack of freedom
FIVE OF WANDS (Saturn in Leo)
Keywords: rivalry, conflict, challenge, struggle, opposition, relief, uprising, creative block, infertility
SIX OF WANDS (Jupiter in Leo)
Keywords: triumph, admiration, success, conquest, achievement, reward, victory, pride, defeat, submission, arrogance, subjugation, needing validation, feeling unappreciated
SEVEN OF WANDS (Mars in Leo)
Keywords: courage, determination, standing up for oneself, opposition, fighting for a cause, passivity, vulnerability, self-doubt
EIGHT OF WANDS (Mercury in Sagittarius)
Keywords: speed, excitement, acting/speaking without thinking, messages, messengers, slowing down, apathy
NINE OF WANDS (Moon in Sagittarius)
Keywords: defending oneself, being guarded, refusal to compromise, defenceless, mustering strength, allowing the past to dictate the future, feeling drained
TEN OF WANDS (Saturn in Sagittarius)
Keywords: oppression, a need to delegate, being under pressure, inspiration blocked, burn-out, over-worked, all work and no play, a strong sense of responsibility
Court Cards
PAGE OF WANDS (Earth of Fire)
Keywords: good news, pleasure, optimism, vigour, excitement, irresponsibility, immaturity, foolhardiness
KNIGHT OF WANDS (Leo – Air of Fire)
Keywords: adventure, grand gestures, foolish haste, conquest, seduction, insensitivity, self-assurance, courage, bragging, empty promises, player
QUEEN OF WANDS (Aries – Water of Fire)
Keywords: charisma, enterprise, confidence, success, independence, jealousy, diva, demanding, irritability
KING OF WANDS (Sagittarius – Fire of Fire)
Keywords: visionary ability, ambition, passion, leadership, professionalism, education, insensitivity, ruthlessness
Suit of Cups – Archangel Gabriel
The Suit of Cups corresponds to the Element of Water. The cardinal direction is West and the ruling Archangel is Archangel Gabriel.
In Tarot readings, the Cups cards can show us emotion, feelings, intuition, receptivity, and love & relationship themes.
Element: Water
Keywords: new love, unconditional love, pleasure, bliss, blocked love/sadness, feeling disconnected, lack of trust, heartbreak
TWO OF CUPS (Venus in Cancer)
Keywords: partnership, marriage, harmony, friendship, engagement, divorce, conflict, disagreement, a relationship ending
THREE OF CUPS (Mercury in Cancer)
Keywords: friendship, partying, dancing, pregnancy, happiness, celebration, joy, overindulgence, promiscuity, infidelity
FOUR OF CUPS (Moon in Cancer)
Keywords: apathy, dissatisfaction, boredom, tears, withdrawal, empty feelings, renewal, end of discontent, appreciation
FIVE OF CUPS (Mars in Scorpio)
Keywords: loss, regret, disappointment, grief, feeling unappreciated, lack of faith, renewed faith, end of regret
SIX OF CUPS (Sun in Scorpio)
Keywords: the past, looking back, nostalgia, old friends, friendships rekindled, soul mates, soul family, childhood
SEVEN OF CUPS (Venus in Scorpio)
Keywords: addiction, confusion, escapism, daydreaming, clarity, direction, resolve, focus
EIGHT OF CUPS (Saturn in Pisces)
Keywords: moving on, leaving, searching for meaning, breakup, disappointment, restlessness, feeling stuck, commitment phobia, resolving karmic issues/lessons, divine discontent
NINE OF CUPS (Jupiter in Pisces)
Keywords: contentment, wishes fulfilled, joy, pleasure in the little things, gluttony, excess, obesity, greed
TEN OF CUPS (Mars in Pisces)
Keywords: communion, true love, harmony, lasting happiness, opposition, dissolution, family strife, differences
Court Cards
PAGE OF CUPS (Earth of Water)
Keywords: imagination, party invites, intuition, vulnerability, youthfulness, immaturity, procrastination, laziness, insecurity
KNIGHT OF CUPS (Scorpio – Air of Water)
Keywords: arduous suitor, passion, new love, poetry, artistic person, seduction, devotion, flattery, deception, a conman
QUEEN OF CUPS (Cancer – Water of Water)
Keywords: empathy, psychic ability, virtue, wisdom, gullibility, dependency, emotional manipulation, fickleness
KING OF CUPS (Pisces – Fire of Water)
Keywords: emotional maturity, caretaker, caring, open-minded, compassion, generosity, liberal, narcissism, sleaziness, apathy, dishonesty, addictive personality
Suit of Swords – Archangel Raphael
The Suit of Swords corresponds to the Element of Air. The cardinal direction is East and the ruling Archangel is Archangel Raphael.
In Tarot readings, Swords cards can show us mental activity, new ideas, innovation, problem-solving ability and issues around communication.
Element: Air Cardinal Direction: East
Keywords: mental energy, inspired thought, innovation, new ideas, a solution, focus, breakthrough, clarity, brilliance, victory, claircognisance, justice, cord-cutting, forcefulness, dullness, injustice
TWO OF SWORDS (Moon in Libra)
Keywords: stalemate, impasse, being in limbo, uncertainty, friendship, delay, false friends, a forced decision, avoiding responsibility
THREE OF SWORDS (Saturn in Libra)
Keywords: heartache, infidelity, loss, sorrow, rupture, separation, recovery, release, pain ending, unreciprocated love
FOUR OF SWORDS (Jupiter in Libra)
Keywords: rest, relaxation, illness, recovery, bed rest, relief, recuperation, solitude, meditation, healing, revitalization, holiday
FIVE OF SWORDS (Venus in Aquarius)
Keywords: defeat, hollow victory, betrayal, sabotage, difficult lessons, self-sabotage, a sneak attack, conflict, vindication, traitor exposed, cutting one’s losses, walking away, conflict avoidance
SIX OF SWORDS (Mercury in Aquarius) Keywords: problem-solving, assistance, science, publishing, editing, social media, overseas travel, objectivity, resolution, smooth sailing, safe harbour, rough seas, starting over, cancelled trip, regret
SEVEN OF SWORDS (Moon in Aquarius) Keywords: cunning, making plans, trickery, theft, cheating, cleverness, covetous desire, constructive criticism, apology, analysis, taking notes
EIGHT OF SWORDS (Jupiter in Gemini)
Keywords: self-limiting thoughts, allowing the past to dictate the future, blame, being trapped, bondage, forced restraint, release, empowerment, overcoming obstacles, mental freedom
NINE OF SWORDS (Mars in Gemini)
Keywords: anxiety, despair, worry, pressure, guilt, depression, hopelessness, faith, trust, unfounded fears, promise, end to suffering
TEN OF SWORDS (Sun in Gemini) Keywords: rock bottom, grief, sorrow,
death, tears, failure, defeat, pain, perseverance, turning things around, no way but up
Court Cards
PAGE OF SWORDS (Earth of Air)
Keywords: curiosity, journalism, a spy, upsetting news, penetrating insight, quick changes, decisiveness, conspiracy, gossip, blackmail
KNIGHT OF SWORDS (Aquarius – Air of Air)
Keywords: idealist, humanitarian, rebel, argumentative, aloof, competitive, egalitarian, all-or-nothing attitude, black-or-white mentality, confrontation, radical, ideas person
QUEEN OF SWORDS (Libra – Water of Air)
Keywords: sarcasm, ambition, widowhood, painful experiences that lead to wisdom, loss, keen insight, determination, cruelty, intolerance, resentment, barrenness
KING OF SWORDS (Gemini – Fire of Air)
Keywords: authority, command, objectivity, law, order, balanced judgement, sound advice, cynicism, intimidation, injustice, a keen mind but a cold heart
Suit of Pentacles – Archangel Uriel
The Suit of Pentacles corresponds to the Element of Earth. The cardinal direction is North and the ruling Archangel is Archangel Uriel.
In Tarot readings, Pentacles cards can render themes like physical health & well-being, money matters, financial security, and issues around work and our daily routine.
Element: Earth
Keywords: a gift, the seed of prosperity, successful new beginnings, sound investments, greed, loss, poverty, poor planning
TWO OF PENTACLES (Jupiter in Capricorn)
Keywords: stress, material expansion, lots of balls in the air, ups and downs, loss of balance, juggling finances, debt, financial mismanagement, making choices on the fly
THREE OF PENTACLES (Mars in Capricorn)
Keywords: accomplishment, teamwork, strong chemistry, high standards, dignity, career opportunity, advancement, pulling rank, poor effort, lack of ambition
FOUR OF PENTACLES (Sun in Capricorn)
Keywords: boundaries, stability, power, satisfaction, guarding one’s possessions, security, a miserly disposition, money troubles, tightening one’s belt
FIVE OF PENTACLES (Mercury in Taurus)
Keywords: poverty consciousness, worry, dis-ease, seeking help, neglect of the body, feelings of unworthiness, fear of rejection, refusing to seek help, not feeling supported in life
SIX OF PENTACLES (Moon in Taurus)
Keywords: presents, gifts, a bonus, an inheritance, charity, everything you need to succeed is available to you, wastefulness, wishful thinking, stinginess
SEVEN OF PENTACLES (Saturn in Taurus)
Keywords: assessment, growth, patience, rewards, accumulation, diligence, foresight, waiting, planning, perseverance, nurturing, hopelessness, pause, delay, harvest (good or bad)
EIGHT OF PENTACLES (Sun in Virgo)
Keywords: craftsmanship, skill, training, apprenticeship, labour, fulfilling work, artisan, cheating, a pretender, misuse/lack of skills
NINE OF PENTACLES (Venus in Virgo)
Keywords: financial independence, self-confidence, self-sufficiency, well-deserved success, pride, luxury, showing off, financial setbacks, overspending
TEN OF PENTACLES (Mercury in Virgo)
Keywords: stability, generational issues, reunion, inheritance, bloodline, legacy, long-term success, comfort, wealth, security, home, old money, money problems, family disputes
Court Cards
PAGE OF PENTACLES (Earth of Earth)
Keywords: a serious and hard-working student, new enterprise or business venture, good financial news, beginning education, unexpected expense, moodiness, waste, laziness
KNIGHT OF PENTACLES (Taurus – Air of Earth)
Keywords: dependability, practicality, trustworthiness, convention, perseverance, idleness, apathy, boredom, stubbornness, dullness
QUEEN OF PENTACLES (Capricorn – Water of Earth)
Keywords: nurturing, fertility, provider, practical, generosity, fidelity, sensuality, resourcefulness, hardworking, wealth, entitlement, greed, irresponsibility
KING OF PENTACLES (Virgo)
Keywords: commitment, organization, stability, fair, loyal, good business person, fraud, greed, embezzlement, short-sightedness, lack of business acumen
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