Current Influences

The World

The World is an indicator of a major and inexorable change, of tectonic breadth. This change represents a chance for you to bring about a desirable end to the Old and a good beginning to the New. It is indicative of growing maturity, a sense of inner balance and deeper understanding. It suggests that you may be approaching a more final sense of identity, and the security in the self that comes with age. It also represents the falling away of boundaries, sometimes in the effusive sense of the spiritual, but sometimes in a purely physical sense, indicating travels or journeys in the future.

Key interpretations:

  • Certainty
  • Completion
  • Positive
  • Reward
  • Satisfaction

In this position, the card reveals:

A reward you have long striven for is at hand. Embrace it, and know it is well-deserved. Be sure to take some time to enjoy the success.

Obstacles

Knight of Cups

The Knight of Cups encourages you to remember that victory is not just an exercise in strength of arms, but can be achieved through cleverness and a savvy mind. He can also be given to flights of wild fancy, so you may also interpret him as a warning to maintain your focus. New initiatives in your life are likely on their way, and you must remember to seek novel paths to accomplish goals, but also not lose sight of where you are going.

Key interpretations:

  • Arrival
  • Creative
  • Invitation
  • New opportunities
  • Proposal

In this position, the card reveals:

Expect an important offer or invitation to come to you without warning.

Past Foundations

The Tower

Dark and foreboding, the Tower is the embodiment of disruption and conflict. Not just change, but the abrupt and jarring movement caused by the unforeseen and traumatic events which are part of life. The Tower in your spread is always a threat, but life inevitably involves tragedy, and you must decide whether you will face it with grace.

Key interpretations:

  • Destruction
  • Dramatic change
  • Loss and ruin
  • New start
  • Unexpected events

In this position, the card reveals:

The old which has been destroyed will make room for the new.

Past Events

Nine of Pentacles

The Nine of Pentacles represents significant financial reward, but one borne of hard work and careful planning on your part; a just reward for prudent actions. It may also indicate that a time of hardship for you is ending and a counter-balancing time of pleasant living is at hand. On a less positive note, it also indicates a solitary individual, so you may still be searching for companionship, and lack people to share your gains with.

Key interpretations:

  • Abundance
  • Financial security
  • Opulence
  • Prosperous
  • Wealth

In this position, the card reveals:

You have recently accomplished something of material importance to you. The rewards may not yet be obvious.

Goals and Destiny

Seven of Wands

You almost certainly have great reserves of courage, and the perseverance to see yourself through difficult times. You may not be aware you possess these qualities, but you will find yourself needing them soon. Expect conflicts, possibly small, but more likely significant. It is not certain where they will arise, but there is no doubt you possess the ability to overcome your adversaries.

Key interpretations:

  • Coping and Resistance
  • Courage
  • Long-term successes
  • Perseverance
  • Strength

In this position, the card reveals:

You have overcome, or soon will, the last major challenge of your life. There may be battles ahead, but they will be small in comparison; or perhaps you will have grown to match the challenge.

Future

The Hierophant

Depending on your nature, the Heirophant can mean very different things. At its root, it represents doctrine, but doctrine can come in the form of teaching and guidance or rigid authority. Where it appears in your spread is also important, as it is most often indicative of your own approach to the moral, religious, and social conventions of the world. Considered wisely, it helps show the path towards fulfillment.

Key interpretations:

  • Approval
  • Conformity
  • Consent
  • Good advice
  • Marriage or Union

In this position, the card reveals:

Your future success will depend on solid organization.

The Querant (you)

Ace of Swords

The Ace of Swords is, like all of the Aces, the purest embodiment of its suit. In relation to your personality or your actions it implies a strong element of focus, determination, and an intellectual capacity. It may suggest change through conflicting forces, possibly internal.

Key interpretations:

  • Achievement
  • Advantage
  • Mental focus
  • Victory

In this position, the card reveals:

The restraints of the past are losing their hold on you. Embrace the inner freedom.

Friends and Family

Ace of Wands

Drawing the Ace of Wands strongly suggests a new business enterprise being undertaken, traditionally, although some also interpret it to indicate childbirth. It speaks more strongly to the characteristics you will need to succeed in these new conditions. You will need to harness your potential for innovation, enthusiasm, and ambition to bring about a successful outcome.

Key interpretations:

  • Birth
  • Commencement
  • Creativity
  • Inventiveness
  • New Beginnings

In this position, the card reveals:

You may stumble across some money from an unexpected source.

Hopes, Fears, and Ideals

Two of Wands

The Two of Wands suggests the formation of partnerships in your immediate future, or the success of already existing joint ventures. You will likely find yourself in a position to reap the rewards of these partnerships, in the form of financial gain or promotion. The rewards indicated are due to you, so this is better news for those in equitable partnerships than those who seek to profit at the expense of others. The presence of this card may also point to underlying insecurity or worry on your part. These feelings may be justified or not, based on the rest of the spread.

Key interpretations:

  • Achievement
  • Anxiety
  • Gain
  • Goals
  • Partnership

In this position, the card reveals:

Your future success can only be secured if you find the strength and initiative to make your vision reality.

The Final Outcome

Knight of Pentacles

The Knight of Pentacles symbolizes the virtues of patience, honour, and dependability, and his presence in your spread may indicate you also possess these traits. An alternative traditional view is that he represents a young man, a dependable bearer of good news who will soon enter your life.

Key interpretations:

  • Ambitious
  • Dependable
  • Faithful
  • Honourable
  • Thorough

In this position, the card reveals:

The financial reward you seek will require your patience and may push your concentration to its limits. Stay strong and succeed.