Major Arcana Card Meanings

The Major Arcana holds 22 cards that show the big journey of the human spirit. Each card carries deep symbols and points to important lessons and life themes. From the open trust of The Fool to the full circle of The World, these cards map turning points. When a Major Arcana card appears, a major chapter may be shifting in your life.

Click on any card below to explore its full meaning, symbolism, and guidance for your readings.

The 22 Major Arcana Cards

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Luca Rossi

Tarot Historian (Marseille Tradition)