Spectra Soul Tarot Meanings
Major Arcana
The cards of the major arcana deal with important life events or shifts - they represent our journey through life, from innocence to the final awakening of divine fulfillment, detailing the trials and lessons to be learned along the way.
The major arcana will show overall concepts, large forces and major events, but typically not the minute details of those events in the way the minor arcana cards do. They represent big archetypal themes and karmic influences through the soul’s journey.
0. The Fool
Upright
innocence | risk | beginnings | spontaneity | free spirit
Reversed
foolishness | indiscretion | recklessness | holding back
I. The Magician
Upright
action | manifestation | power | resourcefulness
Reversed
destruction | untapped potential | manipulation | poor planning
II. The High Priestess
Upright
intuition | mystery | sacred knowledge | unconscious awareness
Reversed
secrets | disconnected from intuition | deceit
III. The Empress
Upright
abundance | generosity | creativity | nurturing | fertility
Reversed
creative block | barren
IV. The Emperor
Upright
control | security | order | authority | structure
Reversed
passivity | lack of discipline | excessive control | inflexibility
V. The Hierophant
Upright
tradition | conventionalism | conformity | religious beliefs
Reversed
non-conformity | unorthodox | challenging status-quo | personal beliefs
VI. The Lovers
Upright
partnership | passion | choice | aligned values | love
Reversed
discord | temptation | imbalance | misaligned values
VII. The Chariot
Upright
determination | control | success | willpower | self-assertion
Reversed
turbulence | opposition | lack of direction | self-discipline
VIII. Strength
Upright
strength | courage | compassion | persuasion
Reversed
self-doubt | too much force | weakness
IX. The Hermit
Upright
introspection | soul-searching | inner guidance
Reversed
isolation | loneliness | withdrawal
X. Wheel of Fortune
Upright
karma | good luck | life cycles | turning point
Reversed
bad luck | resisting change | end of a cycle
XI. Justice
Upright
justice | fairness | truth | law
Reversed
unfairness | dishonesty | unaccountable
XII. The Hanged Man
Upright
perspective | surrender | pause
Reversed
resistance | stalling | delays
XIII. Death
Upright
transition | change | endings | transformation
Reversed
refusal to let go | fear of change | personal transformation
XIV. Temperance
Upright
balance | moderation | purpose | patience
Reversed
imbalance | extremes | realignment
XV. The Devil
Upright
oppression | addiction | restriction | submission
Reversed
detachment | liberation | releasing limiting beliefs
XVI. The Tower
Upright
sudden change | chaos | upheaval
Reversed
fear of change | averting disaster
XVII. The Star
Upright
hope | renewal | faith | purpose | spirituality
Reversed
lack of faith | despair | disconnection
XVIII. The Moon
Upright
intuition | uncertainty | illusion | subconscious
Reversed
releasing fear | clarity | inner confusion
XIX. The Sun
Upright
positivity | success | fun | warmth
Reversed
inner child | overly optimistic | gloomy
XX. Judgement
Upright
judgement | rebirth | inner calling | atonement
Reversed
self-doubt | ignoring the call
XXI. The World
Upright
completion | integration | accomplishment
Reversed
seeking closure | delays | short-cuts
Cups
The suit of cups is ruled by the element of water.
Water relates to our emotional and social lives. It answers questions about love and relationships, happiness and discontent, and all human sentiments. It is a receptive energy and speaks to how we how we relate ourselves to others.
Water is the element associated with the suit of cups (as well as the High Priestess, the Chariot, the Hanged man, Death, the Moon and Judgement).
When you draw the suit of cups in reading you’re looking into the interior life, emotions, romance, spirituality, intuition, and the psychic domains. They represent all the things that happen deep within us.
Ace of Cups
Upright
love | new relationships | creativity
Reversed
self-love | creative block | repressing emotions
Two of Cups
Upright
partnership | alignment | mutual attraction
Reversed
self-love | separation | rejection | distrust
Three of Cups
Upright
celebration | friendship | community
Reversed
solitude | loneliness | withdrawal
Four of Cups
Upright
boredom | discontentment | meditation | apathy
Reversed
retreat | withdrawal | introspection
Five of Cups
Upright
disappointment | regret | sadness | pessimism
Reversed
self-forgiveness | moving on
Six of Cups
Upright
childhood memories | nostalgia | innocence | joy
Reversed
living in the past | lost inner child | forgiveness
Seven of Cups
Upright
choices | wishful thinking | opportunities
Reversed
alignment | personal values | overwhelmed by options
Eight of Cups
Upright
disappointment | abandonment | moving on
Reversed
indecision | trying again | drifting
Nine of Cups
Upright
satisfaction | contentment | wish come true
Reversed
dissatisfaction | materialism | over indulgence
Ten of Cups
Upright
harmony | alignment | happy relationships | love
Reversed
disconnection | difficult relationships
Page of Cups
Upright
creative opportunities | curiosity | intuition | good news
Reversed
creative blocks | emotional immaturity | sad news
Knight of Cups
Upright
creativity | imagination | romance | charm
Reversed
unrealistic | moody | jealous
Queen of Cups
Upright
compassionate | intuitive | sensitive | spiritual
Reversed
self-love | self-care | emotionally guarded | ungrounded | moody
King of Cups
Upright
thoughtful | connected | charismatic | compassionate
Reversed
inner feelings | immature | shallow | moody
Pentacles
The suit of Pentacles is ruled by the element of earth.
Earth relates to our physical and material realm. It represents the resources we need to build our lives and pursue our goals and ambitions. It is often associated with money. It is a receptive energy and speaks to how we manifest in the world.
Earth is the element associated with the suit of Pentacles (as well as the Magician, the Empress, the Hierophant, the Hermit, the Devil and the World).
Think about the qualities of earth. It is solid and stable, long-lasting and secure. In the cycle of manifestation, earth is the end result. When you draw the suit of pentacles in a reading you’re dealing with material things, money, financial stability, and physical issues of the body. Pentacles symbolize the tangible, practical world that we live in.
Ace of Pentacles
Upright
new financial opportunity | manifestation | abundance
Reversed
lack of planning | lost opportunities
Two of Pentacles
Upright
prioritization | adaptability | juggling responsibilities
Reversed
over-commitment | disorganization
Three of Pentacles
Upright
collaboration | team work | learning
Reversed
working alone | disharmony
Four of Pentacles
Upright
security | conservatism | scarcity | control
Reversed
over-spending | greed
Five of Pentacles
Upright
loss | poverty | worry | isolation
Reversed
recovery from loss
Six of Pentacles
Upright
giving | receiving | generosity | charity
Reversed
unpaid debts | one-sided generosity
Seven of Pentacles
Upright
investment | patience | long-term view
Reversed
limited success | lack of long-term vision
Eight of Pentacles
Upright
skill development | apprenticeship | repetitive tasks
Reversed
lack of skill | misdirected activity | stagnation
Nine of Pentacles
Upright
abundance | self-sufficiency | financial independence
Reversed
hustle | over-investment | doubting self-worth
Ten of Pentacles
Upright
wealth | financial security | long-term success | legacy
Reversed
financial loss
Page of Pentacles
Upright
new financial opportunities | manifestation | skill development
Reversed
halted progress | procrastination | lack of focus
Knight of Pentacles
Upright
hard work | conservatism | routine
Reversed
laziness | boredom | stubborn | perfectionist
Queen of Pentacles
Upright
nurturing | practical | productive | financial provider
Reversed
self-care | work-home conflicts | financial dependence
King of Pentacles
Upright
wisdom | financial success | accomplishment
Reversed
stubborn | overly focused on wealth | financially incapable
Swords
The suit of swords is ruled by the element of air.
Air relates to intellect and ambition. It answers questions about philosophical and psychological matters and the consequences of our thoughts and ideas. It is often associated with communication as well. It is an active energy and speaks to how we command and execute.
Air is the element associated with the suit of swords (as well as the Fool, the Lovers, Justice and the Star).
Think about the qualities of air. It can be light and gentle like a breeze or powerful and destructive like a tornado. It can propel sailing ships, keep planes aloft, and carry sound from one place to another. When you draw the suit of swords in reading you’re dealing with thoughts and communication which can take any of the same tones as air itself - they can be quiet and contemplative or harsh and cutting.
Ace of Swords
Upright
success | beginnings | clarity | decisions | new vision | truth | logic
Reversed
lack of ideas | miscommunication | wrong decisions | rethinking
Two of Swords
Upright
stalemate | difficult choice | impasse | avoidance | closed off
Reversed
settlement | decision | arbitration | regret
Three of Swords
Upright
sorrow | heartbreak | pain | strife | loss | turmoil
Reversed
need for reconciliation | emotional healing after heartache
Four of Swords
Upright
recovery | reward | preparation | passivity | contemplation
Reversed
lack of recognition | exhaustion | burnout | rest period is over
Five of Swords
Upright
upheaval | conflict | win at any cost | disagreement | bullying
Reversed
contrition | penance | reconciliation | past resentment
Six of Swords
Upright
transition | change | escape | releasing baggage | better times ahead
Reversed
resistance to change | unfinished business
Seven of Swords
Upright
deception | impulsiveness | strategy | evasion | dishonesty | theft
Reversed
reparation | unfounded accusations | paranoia
Eight of Swords
Upright
restriction | isolation | disempowerment | helplessness | victim mentality
Reversed
releasing negative thoughts | clarity | freedom
Nine of Swords
Upright
nightmares | fear | anxiety | worry | isolation
Reversed
despair | secrets | guilt | releasing worry
Ten of Swords
Upright
endings | wounds | loss | betrayal | crisis
Reversed
recovery | resisting an inevitable end
Page of Swords
Upright
ambitious | enthusiastic | communication | intellegance
Reversed
halted progress | procrastination | lack of focus
Knight of Swords
Upright
ambitious | quick to take action | driven to success | fast-thinker
Reversed
unfocused | restless | impulsive
Queen of Swords
Upright
independent | clear boundaries | unbiased judgement | direct communication
Reversed
overly-emotional | bitchy | cold-hearted | influenced easily
King of Swords
Upright
authority | truth | mental clarity | intellectual power
Reversed
inner truth | misuses of power | manipulation
Wands
The suit of Wands is ruled by the element of fire.
Fire relates to our inspiration and ingenuity. It answers questions about creativity, action, passion and will and often speaks to our work and careers. It is an active energy and speaks to our personal development and growth.
Fire is the element associated with the suit of Wands (as well as the Emperor, Strength, Wheel of Fortune, Temperance, the Tower and the Sun).
When you draw the suit of Wands in reading you’re looking into the the fire within: the world of action and imagination.
Ace of Wands
Upright
inspiration | new creative venture | invention | potential
Reversed
halted project | lost opportunity | lack of direction
Two of Wands
Upright
possibility | world in your hands | choice | direction
Reversed
personal goals | lack of planning | reluctance
Three of Wands
Upright
progress | expansion | exploration | looking ahead
Reversed
lack of vision | delays | staying in comfort zone
Four of Wands
Upright
celebration | harmony | joy | stability
Reversed
personal celebration | inner harmony | outer conflict
Five of Wands
Upright
conflict | disagreements | tension | competition
Reversed
inner conflict | conflict avoidance | releasing tensions
Six of Wands
Upright
success | public recognition | progress | self-confidence
Reversed
private achievement | egotism | unsuccessful
Seven of Wands
Upright
competition | challenge | perseverance
Reversed
exhaustion | overwhelm | giving up
Eight of Wands
Upright
action | movement | fast-paced change | alignment
Reversed
delays | resisting change | inner alignment
Nine of Wands
Upright
perseverance | resilience | courage | stamina | boundaries
Reversed
struggle | defensiveness | paranoia | inner resources
Ten of Wands
Upright
burden | hard work | extra responsibility
Reversed
carrying the load | delegation | release
Page of Wands
Upright
inspiration | discovery | new ideas | potential
Reversed
unformed ideas | self-limiting beliefs | spiritual searching
Knight of Wands
Upright
passion | adventure | impulsiveness
Reversed
haste | scattered energy | frustration | delay
Queen of Wands
Upright
courage | independence | determination | confidence
Reversed
self-confidence | introverted
King of Wands
Upright
leadership | charisma | masculine power | long-term success
Reversed
poor leadership | arrogance | abuse of power