There are twenty-two cards in the Tarot system called the major lasso. Their significance in the context of the mantic and magical practice of the Tarot somewhat prevails over other cards, since they are the primary archetypes of consciousness. One of these lasso is called in the traditional decks "Wheel of Fortune." Tarot is most often interpreted pointwise, that is, within the framework of a specific specific issue. The set context, in turn, determines one or another value for each card, since a lot of, sometimes contradictory, values can correspond to one lasso. We will talk about what the Wheel of Fortune card in Tarot means and the intricacies of its interpretation in this article.
Astrological correspondence
In most Tarot systems, certain astrological symbolism is attributed to the cards. In accordance with the most popular of them, the planet Saturn acts as the force that the Wheel of Fortune represents. The tarot in this case correlates with astrological interpretations of the planets, which leaves its mark on the meaning of the cards. However, if you do not own astrological instruments, then this attribution can not be given significant significance.
Card description
The symbolism of this lasso is based on the idea of continuous formation and destruction. Changeability, instability, fluidity, is the main key to understanding the Wheel of Fortune card. Tarot, the meaning of which is represented in the accompanying illustrations of cards, in the case of this arcana does not have a specific plot. Its place is occupied by a symbolic image of a wheel on which an eight-pointed star is placed. At the corners of the map are four animals known from the book of Ezekiel. They look like a lion, a man, a calf and an eagle. In the clutches of these celestial creatures are the open codes of books. There is also a sphinx, which with a sword in its paws as if “crowns” the Wheel of Fortune. The tarot is generally full of symbols from various traditions, the biblical and Egyptian of which are in particular priority. To the left of the Wheel in some decks you can also see a snake, and to the right - a humanoid creature, which supports this Wheel with its back.
Card value in the upright position
By and large, this card can mean both favorable circumstances, good luck and luck, and collapse, the onset of a black line in the sphere indicated in fortune-telling. Its other meaning is progress. But at the same time, we must remember that in this lasso, cyclicity manifests itself and when the Wheel of Fortune falls in the layout, Tarot hints that someday there will come a period of stagnation, regression, that positive changes are now temporary. Graphically, this is emphasized by air and clouds, against which this lasso is depicted. Just as clouds and airspace are generally fluid, mobile and not held in check, so catching luck will leave suddenly, as it appeared.
Card value upside down
Too many fortunetellers attach particular importance to cards that are upside down in the layout. In what way to interpret such lasso, you have to choose the fortuneteller himself. So, someone believes that the opposite situation emphasizes the importance of the card in the context of the alignment. Others believe that the inverted lasso also carries the opposite meaning to its direct position. But in general, you can not pay attention to this aspect. Such a high degree of freedom of choice is a characteristic feature of the tarot divination system. The wheel of Fortune inverted may mean, firstly, that the main role in the situation is played not by a blind incident, but by conscious systematic actions and measures taken. Another aspect of the reverse position of this card reports on the inconsistency of the measures taken to life circumstances. Another meaning of the Wheel of Fortune upside down represents the vain hopes of rectifying the situation, meaningless resistance to those processes that are destined to happen anyway.
The value of the card at work
To find out what the Wheel of Fortune means in Tarot when it comes to work and career, it is important to determine the current state of affairs. If work is already in place and an analysis of career prospects is being done, then this lasso speaks more likely that stagnation is likely in the near future and no career changes are expected. At the same time, this card, as it were, focuses attention on the fact that this circumstance is in favor of the questioner. If there is no work or some inevitable changes are threatening and Tarot is then turned to find out what can be expected from them, then the Wheel of Fortune marks big and, moreover, positive changes: promotion, increase in salary, and the like. However, you must take into account neighboring cards in the layout. So, if the lasso following the Wheel of Fortune turns out to be negative, then it can negate all the positive potential and then you will have to wait for troubles, up to and including dismissal. But then again, even in its most negative meaning, this card also symbolizes new opportunities. Even if the Wheel is on the decline, the career has collapsed and all dreams have crumbled to dust, soon it will begin a new turn and you will naturally find yourself on the rise. Thus, the collapse of one thing, predicted by this card, portends the beginning of a new stage, marked by good luck and prosperity.
The meaning of the card in relation to consciousness
Consciousness and the inner world, this is a very important area in which the Wheel of Fortune manifests itself. Tarot, the value and value of which, in the first place, comes down to the ability to work with a range of psychological problems, here gives very important results. Firstly, this lasso says that you need to pull yourself together, collect and develop in accordance with a given vector. Times and circumstances require constant forward movement, development and internal growth, as well as expansion of consciousness. Life should not be left to chance - this is the general message of this card in this area. But here you need to take into account the position of the lasso in the context of other cards. Sometimes it can mean pride, a sense of ownership, bloated conceit or, on the contrary, overcrowding and humiliation. But this is a more subtle, skillful, interpretation of the Tarot. The Wheel of Fortune is generally not considered either a good or a bad card. It personifies karma, the blind law of cycles in which cause causes an effect and rise is preceded by a fall.
The value of the card in relationships with people
In this case, we are talking about relationships with people in general, without reference to the nature of these relationships. Communication is also an area of analysis falling under the purview of the Tarot. The Wheel of Fortune in relations with society speaks of maintaining the current state of things. If the interaction is active, then it will remain so. If a conflict is observed somewhere, then it is also not subject to resolution. And so in almost everything. The only thing to consider is that the situation has been given to us from above as a lesson, and this lesson needs to be found and learned. This is reminiscent of the lasso Wheel of Fortune.
The meaning of the card in a love relationship
Personal life and romantic relationships, this is a very important area in which the Wheel of Fortune is manifested in a special way. Tarot, the value in relationships, which is shown through a variety of cards, when the Arcana Wheel of Fortune falls out, the relationship has matured to move to a new stage in life. The natural development of the situation suggests that it is time to draw a line under the previous stage and move forward. If the card is turned upside down, this can indicate both a certain rollback in the relationship, their return a step back, and that any deliberate changes in the status and nature of the relationship are premature at present.
If there are no relations as such, then the lasso of the Wheel of Fortune says that it is time to start them. Probably fate favors this and creates favorable circumstances. It is important not to miss your chance. If the questioner is married, then most likely this card predicts a favorable future marked by harmony, mutual understanding and affluence. But at the same time it’s worth having to see that all the positive things promised by the Wheel of Fortune are quite fragile in nature and if you don’t take care of what fate gives you, then you can easily turn everything to dust and harm. The success of this lasso is changeable and requires that the chance is caught by the tail and held tightly in hands, and not hoped for a happy long future that does not require effort.
Another value of this card is that it hints that the questioner is stepping on a rake already completed once. In other words, the current situation in the relationship is a repetition of the former due to a lesson not learned in the past. This can be guessed from the cards that surround the Wheel of Fortune in the layout. Especially should be paid in this regard to the lasso of the Court and the king of swords.
Other map values
In addition to all of the above, the Wheel of Fortune can talk about the frivolity of a person, infantilism, that the person who is being predicted plays with fate. This may indicate involvement in criminal activity, a passion for gambling, and a frivolous attitude to things that require a more thorough approach. It can also indicate inconstancy and a person’s tendency to change decisions and plans under the influence of mood.