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Want to Learn Tarot? Here Are the Meanings of the Numeral Cards

In Tarot, the Major Arcana cards get all of the love. But today let’s give some love to the Minor Arcana and discuss what the numeral cards mean.

10. The Ten of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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The number ten represents a completion of our goals and endeavors. It can also represent getting rid of what is no longer needed and moving on to the next step. A Ten of Cups drawing represents lasting love and wants you to follow your heart. The Ten of Swords represents an ending leading to an important beginning. The Ten of Wands signifies an end result of your endeavors being in sight. And the Ten of Pentacles represent long-term happiness and stability.

9. The Nine of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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The number nine represents independence, self-confidence, and achievements. It can also dissuade the querent from accepting anything less than the best for themselves. A Nine of Cups drawing represents independence from emotional baggage. The Nine of Swords represents rational fears that can be overcome. The Nine of Wands represents triumph in the near future. And The Nine of Pentacles represents financial wish fulfillment.

8. The Eight of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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The number eight represents seizing opportunities and overcoming difficult obstacles. It can also represent the ability to learn new things. An Eight of Cups drawing wants you to let go of what no longer serves you. The Eight of Swords represents restrictions. The Eight of Wands signifies an exciting travel opportunity. And the Eight of Pentacles signifies an apprenticeship or self-employment opportunity.

7. The Seven of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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The number seven represents spirituality, wisdom, mystique, or deception. It symbolizes the need to wait until one is ready to move forward. It can also represent healing and/or psychic abilities. A Seven of Cups drawing signifies being presented with an opportunity that means a lot to you. The Seven of Swords warns against backstabbers. The Seven of Wands wants you to take action or move on. And the Seven of Pentacles signifies stability and prosperity growing over time.

6. The Six of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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The number six usually represents balance and harmony. More specifically, it represents peace and hope after a troublesome time. A Six of Cups drawing signifies happy and enduring love. The Six of Swords represent happy times after a time of uncertainty. The Six of Wands represents victory. And the Six of Pentacles warns against giving too much of yourself and getting too little in return.

5. The Five of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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The number five represents swift and positive words and action. A Five of Cups drawing represents a possible reconciliation. The Five of Swords represents overcoming obstacles. The Five of Wands wants you to fight for what you want. And the Five of Pentacles signifies a lack of help and support from loved ones.

4. The Four of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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The number four usually represents caution and choice. More specifically, it represents the choice between safety and risk-taking. A Four of Cups drawing represents a need to make an important decision. The Four of Swords represents fears that are hindering us. The Four of Wands represents a chance to live somewhere where you feel truly at home. And the Four of Pentacles wants the querent to take a chance that could lead to happiness and fulfillment.

3. The Three of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles

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The number three symbolizes hidden opportunities. It can also symbolize creative endeavors, and joyous celebrations like a marriage or pregnancy. A Three of Cups drawing represents fertility and prosperity. The Three of Swords warns the querent that an option may be too good to be true. The Three of Wands represents an endeavor leading to more opportunities. And  the Three of Pentacles represents resources and success in certain ventures.

2. The Two of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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The number two symbolizes the harmony that is brought about by combining two seemingly different aspects of our lives. A Two of Cups drawing represents romantic partners or close friends coming together. The Two of Swords represents a difficult choice between two options. The Two of Wands represent two possible life paths. And the Two of Pentacles represents the possibility of choosing two paths at the same time.

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1. The Ace of Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles 

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An ace, or the number one, represents innovation and opportunity. When an Ace card is pulled, it usually means the arrival of a positive change. An Ace card also denotes good fortune or a renewal of energy. An Ace of Cups drawing wants you to follow your heart. The Ace of Swords wants you to think before acting. The Ace of Wands wants you to feel inspired. And the Ace of Pentacles wants you to find practical solutions to your problems.

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