Eight of Pentacles - Reversed
In the Querent position
Represents the querent and the question, as well as the primary influences surrounding him or her. A court card here might refer to the querent or some dominant person.
Meaning: Loathing the workplace. Avoiding making a choice of career or lack of ambition. One who manipulates and exploits to acquire rather than labours. Double standards within a familyrun business. Freeloader. Attitude of a spoiled child.
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Knight of Cups - Reversed
In the Subconscious Mind position
Along with the next card, represents the subconscious mind of the querent. Gives information on the hidden influences which effect, but are not detected by the querent.
Meaning: An egotist. One so taken with himself that he can speak of little else but his own pursuits. Poor company. A romantic rival who uses gossip to kill love.
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Five of Pentacles - Reversed
In the Subconscious Mind position
Along with the previous card, represents the subconscious mind of the querent. Gives information on the hidden influences which effect, but are not detected by the querent.
Meaning: Creating troubles. Making matters worse. Waste. A money pit. Refusing to accept failure prolongs suffering and prevents aid.
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Temperance - Reversed
In the Conscious Mind position
Along with the next card, represents the conscious mind of the querent. Gives information on the thoughts and feelings of the querent toward the nature of the question (which may or may not be in harmony with cards 2 & 3).
Meaning: Excess, pride, impatience. Rash behaviour. Indulgence. Unworkable unions. Uncondusive environment. A fish out of water. Incompatibility. Irreconcilable differences. Inability to adapt. Impulsive behaviour. Exacerbating a difficult situation. Regret.
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The Chariot - Reversed
In the Conscious Mind position
Along with the previous card, represents the conscious mind of the querent. Gives information on the thoughts and feelings of the querent toward the nature of the question (which may or may not be in harmony with cards 2 & 3).
Meaning: Breakdown of an enterprise due to scattered energies. Doubts undermine and erode commitment and morale. Not having the confidence of a team. Weakness. Impulsive, erratic behaviour. Immaturity. Loss of focus. The tail wagging the dog. Being led astray. Loose cannon. Danger to come of too much power and speed.
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Page of Swords
In the Past position
Along with the next card, this card sheds light on the querent's past. Indicates past events or influences which relate to the current question or problem.
Meaning: Secrets. Hidden matters. Need for caution. Plots. Sensing undercurrent of dangers afoot. Being privy to confidential matters. Being given inside information and warnings. Spies. A slippery adversary. Infected environment. A philosophy that sanctions unfair practices so long as serving one¹s purpose. Enquiring mind finds lies. Reason to be suspect.
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King of Cups - Reversed
In the Past position
Along with the last card, this card sheds light on the querent's past. Indicates past events or influences which relate to the current question or problem.
Meaning: Self-serving man. One who feeds on the energy of the young that surround him, but gives little in return. Envy. Terroritorial, defensive behaviour. Scandal. Illness.
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The Horned One - Reversed
In the Final Outcome position
Along with the next card, this card represents the final outcome or potential future events or influences.
Meaning: The destructive, upsetting force in the universe. Panic. Appetite with no conscience. Evil. Violence, perversion, and depravity. Oppression and weakness. The use of religion, virtue, and guilt as a weapon. Self-flagellation. Poor choices. Blind jealousy.
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Two of Cups
In the Final Outcome position
Along with the previous card, this card represents the final outcome or potential future events or influences.
Meaning: Romance, love, attraction of opposites. Union. Magnetism. Dance of courtship. Entwining energies. Sparks. The flow and grace of a natural match. Forming emotional bonds. Sharing, stability in give and take. Balanced ebb and flow of emotions. Curiosity, affection, and excitement. Most often symbolizes a romantic partnership, but may refer to a friendship or alliance with an emotional component and compatibility of a kindred polarity. Engagement or marriage.
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Knight of Wands
In the Outside Forces and Psychological Implications position
This is the crossover card from past to future. This indicates the psychological implications on the querent or the actions he/she will take in making whatever decision may be necessary. It may also indicate forces operating beyond the control of the querent to which he/she must adapt.
Meaning: A quick, clever man with a sense of humour. One with an unusual way of looking at life, recognizing patterns and opportunities missed by others. He is somewhat unpredictable, making for stimulating company. A man who inspires with his enthusiasm and gift of language. A considerate and loyal person. A journey or change of residence. Sound instincts.
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