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 Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 2:49 pm
Descriptions:
THE FOOL
The Fool represents a motivation; he is the innocent one who takes a leap of faith to gain wisdom and insight. The Fool steps forth without regard to warning and he is free to make his own choices. The Fool knows there will be consequences to his actions but he steps forth anyway. In a reversed position The Fool card represents a lack of motivation to start something new, succumbing to fear, or the turning away from learning. It can also signify a person heavily depressed or restricted by outside means. It can show a lack of freedom, denial or refusal of choices, or imprisonment.
MAGICIAN
The Magician represents the attainment of wisdom which is needed in order to survive. The Magician also represents the wonder associated to something new. The wonder that would be associated to a child when he first goes to an amusement park or perhaps a circus. The Magician encompasses the idea that the world is just ahead of you in all its wonder and excitement. Desire and curiosity now fully encompass the spirit. In this same respect the Magician represents the testing of the world around you to see what works and what does not.
In its reversed position the Magician can represent the destructive use of wisdom for personal gain. It can signify the attainment of goals through manipulative or controlling means or it can depict the lack of awareness of one's true inner potential. General qualities associated to the Magician reversed are fear, shyness, or the inability to act.
HIGH PRIESTESS
The High Priestess suggests the idea of using your inner intuition to come to an outward and effective outcome. In using intuition one will come to reliance solely on the self rather then outside influences. The idea here is to listen to what your heart is telling you and follow those instincts. The High Priestess challenges us to listen to our emotions as they usually lead us in the right direction. In a reversed position the High Priestess represents over-reliance on others thoughts and opinions. It signifies the inability to act instinctually or come to a conclusion on your own. Reversed the High Priestess depicts a person with self-doubt and one who refuses to act according to their own better judgment.
EMPRESS
The Empress represents the emergence of the female archetype within. She suggests using care and love to solve a problem rather then brute force. The Empress shows that raising and nurturing is extremely important in setting a solid structure of support for any situation. The Empress does not demand action but suggests the correct path with subtle nudges and hints from her gentle nature. The Empress is the mother that takes care of her children no matter what the cost. The Empress is the female creative force and represents love, honor, fertility, womanhood, and the great mother. In a reversed position the Empress represents strong analytical thinking rather then the use of a guiding nature. Reversed she signifies a lack of emotional feeling for others or a lack of connection to the natural mother within. Reversed the Empress represents the use of force to control or manipulate a situation.
EMPEROR
The Emperor represents loyalty to structure, tradition, and to ritual. He represents the masculine aspect in that he is outward, upright, and specific with his dealings. He does not rely on the emotional and nurturing aspect of the Empress as he feels there is a time and a place for emotions to be displayed. The Emperor represents a father figure one that gives just and honorable advice and will help you to help yourself. The Emperor is the one who can be counted on time and time again to be a solid source of support when times are rough. The Emperor will always be there when you need him most. In a reversed position the Emperor represents disloyalty, a lack of attention to significant family and business matters, or indifference to what is just and correct. Reversed the Emperor signifies abusive and vulgar behavior or a crude and untrustworthy individual.
HIEROPHANT
The Hierophant represents the Holy Spirit and connection with Life at a spiritual level. The Hierophant finds comfort and worth with the spiritual side of life rather then the physical. The Hierophant also represents tradition in that he finds comfort and value in the new by relating it to the old tried and true ways of life. The Hierophant depicts someone who is able to see through the superficial and get straight to the heart of the matter. In a reversed position the Hierophant represents superficiality and a lack of moral or spiritual truths. It signifies a militaristic or dogmatic attitude or a reliance on religious law rather then spiritual awareness. Reversed the Hierophant depicts a person who is rough, rigid, and only sees one path as being the sole correct answer.
LOVERS
The Lovers card represents that a choice is coming up in the realm of relationships, a choice which will have a lasting impact on the relationship at hand. This may come as a proposal of marriage or simply the choice to continue or dissolve a relationship. The Lovers brings a reminder that should one not take control of his or her choices, one will be forced upon them by the wheel of destiny. The Lovers also represents sacrifice and that which is given up when a decision is finally made. Overall, what the Lovers card represents is that a choice is at hand and one that must be made with much care and consideration for there are always sacrifices to every decision. In a reversed position the Lovers represents thoughtlessness in handling ones relationships with others and a lack of care when making crucial decisions regarding loved ones. Reversed the Lovers depicts being indecisive and leaving your freedom of choice up to chance.
CHARIOT
The Chariot card represents the need to take control of ones actions to rise above the conflicts in ones life. The Chariot alerts us of the need to draw energy not only from our material resources but from within as well. The Chariot reminds us that we must have balanced energy in order to reap the rewards of all that life has given us. The Chariot represents a dualistic nature and that every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Most importantly, the Chariot represents the need to hold on tightly to the reigns because should we let go we will face the likelihood of going way off course. Ultimately, if we don’t hold tight and steer our way through, our life can get way out of control. In a reversed position the Chariot represents a lack of drive and focus or letting others manipulate us to their own ends. It can also mean arrogance or foolhardy behavior or a lack of control and imbalanced thought.
JUSTICE
Like the Chariot card, Justice represents a balance that is needed in order to achieve a fair and justified life. Justice elicits the need to balance wrong with right and night with day. Justice brings the understanding that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel and that even though the night may seem to be never-ending that day will eventually come. Justice also means that overindulging in the pleasures of life can indeed bring unwanted results. Justice also represents an analytical means to an end. While we may base our findings almost solely on our feelings and emotions, Justice remains free of such emotional confines and will always bring a fair and reasonable outcome. In a reversed position Justice represents being over-emotional, irrational, or having a biased opinion. It also represents using unfair means to get a desired outcome. Justice reversed suggests an imbalanced lifestyle or a corrupt attitude.
THE HERMIT
The Hermit represents the need to slow down and absorb more of a peaceful and quite life. The Hermit finds his knowledge and wisdom through exploration of the self rather then the physical world around him. The Hermit does not just experience life but he uses that experience to understand why things are the way they are. The Hermit is about learning of the self and the motivations behind his own personal actions and thinking. The Hermit represents a more meditative state of mind one in which focus of ones purpose is of central importance. The Hermit is more self-centered so he can become more aware of any negative patterns or cycles he is repeating in hopes of alleviating them for the good of everyone. In a reversed position, the Hermit represents being overly stagnant or a refusal to accept change. The Hermit reversed signifies a person who refuses to look beyond the past, address their present situations, or anticipate a better future.
THE WHEEL OF FORTUNE
The Wheel of Fortune represents chance, fate, and inevitability. It represents the ups and downs of life but more importantly it represents that there is a time for everything. Usually the Wheel of Fortune can be divided into four parts representing the four seasons of the natural universe. Spring, a time for new beginnings; Summer, a time for growth and bloom; Autumn, a time for reflection and maturation; and Winter, a time for rest and releasing. The Wheel offers everyone success and eventual release, but it is the acceptance of change the wheel offers that most find hard to accept. While the wheel always offers us another chance to make things right there comes a time when one must let go. While outwardly the wheel offers chance or even luck, it also offers faith in that it guarantees that things will eventually change for the better. In a reversed position the Wheel of Fortune represents a refusal to change, loss of hope, or dwelling on the negative aspects of a situation. The Wheel reversed suggests frustration, the act of being stubborn, or holding on too tightly to the material world around us.
STRENGTH
Strength represents more then being physically strong but emotionally, mentally, and spiritually as well. Strength represents the determination to overcome the problems and blockages in life on top of learning directly from the obstacles themselves. Each obstacle usually brings us new understanding of the world around us and helps to prevent us from making even larger mistakes. When problems arise, something is usually wrong and it needs our direct and immediate attention. Having strength means becoming aware of the problem and doing what one can in order to resolve the situation. Courage, conviction, faith, and honesty all describe the true definition of what strength represents. Strength is usually represented by a lion to show sheer power and muscle and some go further to depict a young girl petting the lion’s mane showing the inner qualities of faith, courage, and determination. In a reversed position Strength represents the abuse of power to control another or a person with weak or feeble will-power. Strength reversed suggests a Lack of vision beyond what is inherently present or having a discouraged and overly depressed mindset.
THE HANGED MAN
The Hanged Man represents looking at things from a new perspective or from a different point of view. It means opening up to someone else’s feelings to a situation or consolidating their point of view with yours. The Hanged Man also represents letting go of the ego in order to see the good of all concerned rather then just the self. Although the Hanged Man represents a view from a different perspective it represents only a catalyst for change rather then a change from tradition itself. In the tarot the Hanged Man is always the card prior to official change and it usually represents the hope and fear of a different more challenging path. The Hanged Man also brings up the idea of the total worth of one idea as compared to another. The Hanged Man symbolizes the revelation that life is different depending on whichever way you choose to look at it. In a reversed position the Hanged Man represents seeing things from a narrow or limited perspective. It suggests A stubborn, unwillingness to change, or a refusal to understand other people’s point’s of view. The Hanged Man reversed signifies a hanging on to an egotistical existence instead of encompassing a “oneness” with others.
DEATH
Death is the single most misconstrued card in the tarot deck. When most people see this card they immediately associate it directly with a physical death which it almost never means. Death represents change and more specifically change for the better. Death also represents a releasing of spirit or a releasing of an old outdated way of thinking. Only when the caterpillar is completely ready will it spin a cocoon and make its change. Likewise, people will naturally change when they are ready and life will provide the means in which to initiate this change. Trying to force someone’s system of belief should be considered just as unwarranted as trying to take someone’s life physically. The Death card represents positive change into a higher state of consciousness, one that is much more understanding and considerably more aware.
In a reversed position, Death represents an outright refusal to change or hanging on to old outdated ways of thinking and acting. It suggests a refusal to mature and accept the beautiful changes that life has in store. Death reversed also signifies the unfortunate state of remaining stagnant until all opportunities have passed and been exhausted.
TEMPERANCE
Like the Justice card, Temperance challenges us to find balance in life. However, Temperance suggests finding a common ground or a solution that benefits both sides of the equation. Temperance challenges us to test all that is around us so we can come to a balanced state of awareness. Where Justice deals more specifically with making judgments, Temperance expressly deals with balancing out judgments with genuine understanding and awareness. Temperance flows like a stream and steadily finds its way through whatever difficulties life may put in its way. In a reversed position, Temperance represents over-indulgence in one particular way of life or the refusal to find a happy medium. It signifies one who is stubborn, argumentative, or refuses to come to an understanding with others. Temperance reversed also depicts one who has impulsive, and erratic behavior.
THE DEVIL
Traditionally, The Devil represents the basest of man's desires and ultimately he stands as the one in which all the blame of the world's evils are habitually placed. While it is easier for us to place blame on someone or something else, Justice, Temperance, and Judgment assure us that we are responsible for our own actions whether good or bad. The Devil card represents exploring the physical world and indulging in life’s physical pleasures. The Devil card suggests both the possibilities and limitations of the physical and ultimately leads one to a change into the spiritual. Without knowledge and understanding of the physical, one could never find the experience needed to make a transformation into a higher spiritual awareness. The Devil stands for exploration of the world around us without taking responsibility for our actions. Ironically, those who place blame solely on the devil represent exactly what this card stands for. In a reversed position, the Devil represents freedom from the physical desires of the world, a mindset of spiritual over physical, or one who accepts and takes responsibility for their own thoughts and actions.
TOWER
The Tower card can be seen as both positive and negative depending on one's frame of mind. The Tower is in a state of destruction but it was never built from a solid foundation anyway. The Tower was destined to fall. The Tower represents the destruction of a world built on illusion and false pretenses. Although the Tower represents the crumbling of ones hopes and dreams, it also brings the chance for proper renewal upon a stronger foundation built from experience and a more concrete reality. The Tower suggests an inevitable fall that cannot be avoided. All one can do is start planning for the new and hopefully build again avoiding the mistakes of the past. Reversed, this card represents the continual building of false pretenses and succumbing to ones own self illusions. The Tower reversed suggests unrealistic goals and dreams, and tricking oneself into believing that nothing is wrong and that no change is necessary.
STAR
The Star represents hopes and dreams and the optimism associated with realizing ones hearts desires. The Star is the initial spark of hope that arises from the dust when everything around us seems desolate and bleak. It represents regeneration and renewal of all the good that life has to offer. The Star also represents the limitless possibilities that life has to offer, from our childish wishes to the high ideals we hold as adults. The Star is the guiding light we have been wishing on all of our lives in hopes of a better tomorrow. While similar to the motivation behind The Fool card, The Star differs in that we have hope beyond whatever our fears may bring. It represents a moment of peace, a reflection of light, or the wonderment of a child. Reversed, the Star represents the loss of all hope, a pessimistic attitude, or succumbing to depression. It can also depict an overly rational point of view or one without any ideals. The Star reversed suggests a minimalist type attitude or someone without proper motivation.
MOON
The Moon represents the ever-changing moods and cycles of life. The Moon is closely related to the feminine aspect as well as the tides of the ocean. What one tide brings in may have little impact on us, while another tide may bring significant change and enlightenment. The moon works strongly with inner intuition which has a subtle influence on our everyday lives. The Moon always has an affect on life as many lives are attuned directly to the cycles that the moon presents. While the Moon is subtle and inconsistent, it has one constant and that is of cycles. The Moon reinforces that life refreshes and rejuvenates through the use of cycles and the more we attune to nature the more prosperous we can become. In a reversed position, the Moon represents direct and analytic thinking. It can show that ones vulnerabilities are outward and apparent and need to be concealed more discretely. The Moon reversed represent disrupted cycles or a possible pregnancy.
SUN
The Sun represents the clear and direct use of power and influence to achieve ones goals. It symbolizes the male aspect in that it offers protection and guidance from the darker paths our lives may take. The Sun offers warmth and light upon all who live upon the earth, and it is only through the sun’s rays that life on earth can grow and thrive. The Sun is associated with happiness, success, achievement, and security. The Sun always brings these blessings through natural and truthful means. In a reversed position, the Sun represents dishonesty, the desire to hide or deceive, or lack of focus. It can also depict the act of getting manipulated or “burned” from others or it signifies a lack of physical energy to the point of being burned out.
JUDGMENT
Judgment represents the culmination or summation of our life’s actions and experiences. It is a point of self-reflection in which we come to terms with our lives or we find great regret. Judgment is not meant to commit one to eternal damnation but rather it is a point of soul reflection to bring truth to our state of existence. The Judgment card has strong reference to the Justice card as its sole purpose is that of finding balance, but now it is a balance of complete finality. Overall, Judgment is an assessment of the soul work that has been completed and a decision will be made whether or not life’s lessons have been learned. Judgment in its dignified or positive position represents a loving and kind discussion, one in which both flaws AND accomplishments will be brought to light. Judgment is like a talk with your mother or father over what things may still need to be worked upon and what things they are extremely proud of. Judgment brings peace, no matter what path the soul has taken. In a reversed position, Judgment represents regret and despair over major decisions made in life. It can indicate an unjust, harsh or severe punishment for minor offenses. Judgment reversed can also signify a Lack of faith in oneself and in life. It can also depict a genuine fear of others opinions.
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Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 7:09 pm
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Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 9:43 pm
Hmm...
The Fool: Reimu.
The Lovers: Mokou.
The Hermit: Yuyuko.
The Hanged Man: Byakuren.
The Tower: Flandre.
Those are the only ones I can think of right now, besides the obvious pairings based solely on the arcana titles. By the way, you're missing the The World arcane.
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Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 10:06 pm
The fool is obviously cirno
The World can be none other than Sakuya, Za Warudo ftw!
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Posted: Wed Jun 23, 2010 9:47 am
Shikieiki's definitely The Judgement.
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Posted: Wed Jun 23, 2010 11:49 am
Choukyuu Bushin Hakazan http://danbooru.donmai.us/post/show/547839 It is a well-known fact that... Well, that deck lacks analysis, truth be told. Even a beginner scholar in Tarot who also knows a bit about Touhou can tell that it's mostly inaccurate.
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Posted: Thu Jun 24, 2010 8:07 am
Thinking about Suwako sort of fits the Tower as well. She lost to Kanako. However, she eventually developed that partnership with Kanako and the two of them now sort of work together.
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Posted: Thu Jun 24, 2010 10:47 am
Anatole_serial Choukyuu Bushin Hakazan http://danbooru.donmai.us/post/show/547839 Well, that deck lacks analysis, truth be told. Even a beginner scholar in Tarot who also knows a bit about Touhou can tell that it's mostly inaccurate. ↑ This. It's still nicer than other Touhou Tarot arrangements I've seen.
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Posted: Sat Jul 24, 2010 2:27 am
Reisen would be the moon, i think. 1) fairly obvious 2) i took a quiz to determine my arcana alignment, i got the moon as my result, and the description sounds like it would fit Reisen, too.
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