Major Arcana · XX
Judgement
Judgement symbolizes rebirth, evaluation of the past, forgiveness, awakening, and making an important decision. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, a favorable completion of a life cycle, and deserved recognition.
- Number
- XX
- Arcana
- Major Arcana · Major Arcana
- Element
- Spirit
- Planet / sign
- Pluto (element of Fire)
Advice of the card
Evaluate past experiences and learn lessons. Make a decision that leads to spiritual awakening. Do not fear rebirth and public recognition.
Upright
General meaning
Judgement symbolizes rebirth, evaluation of the past, forgiveness, awakening, and making an important decision. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, a favorable completion of a life cycle, and deserved recognition.
In love and relationships
In matters of love, Judgement suggests positive developments, forgiveness of old grievances, the rebirth of a relationship at a new level, or making a major decision about the shared future.
In career and work
In career matters, Judgement indicates opportunities for growth and success through public recognition, receiving results from long-term projects, or a successful interview process.
Reversed
General meaning
When reversed, Judgement indicates self-criticism, fear of evaluation, unwillingness to learn from past mistakes, or delaying a necessary decision. Challenges need attention.
In love and relationships
In relationships, the reversed Judgement suggests an inability to forgive, feelings of guilt, or reluctance to move forward and communicate about issues.
In career and work
In work situations, the reversed Judgement may indicate obstacles due to incorrect self-assessment of skills, rejection of new opportunities, or fear of public scrutiny.
Card symbolism
- Spirit is the special element of the Major Arcana, pointing to fateful, transpersonal forces.
- Astrological correspondence: Pluto (element of Fire).
Yes or no
Leans “yes”
The answer depends on your question and neighbouring cards in a spread; reversed, the meaning may shift.
FAQ
What does Judgement mean in Tarot?+
Judgement symbolizes rebirth, evaluation of the past, forgiveness, awakening, and making an important decision. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, a favorable completion of a life cycle, and deserved recognition.
What does Judgement mean reversed?+
When reversed, Judgement indicates self-criticism, fear of evaluation, unwillingness to learn from past mistakes, or delaying a necessary decision. Challenges need attention.
What does Judgement mean in love?+
In matters of love, Judgement suggests positive developments, forgiveness of old grievances, the rebirth of a relationship at a new level, or making a major decision about the shared future.
Is Judgement a yes or a no?+
Leans “yes”.
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