Major Arcana · XIV
Temperance
Temperance symbolizes harmony, self-control, balance, and the successful combination of different elements. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, favorable circumstances, and successful synthesis.
- Number
- XIV
- Arcana
- Major Arcana · Major Arcana
- Element
- Spirit
- Planet / sign
- Sagittarius
Advice of the card
Seek balance and harmony in all areas of life. Show patience and calmness, uniting opposites. Everything comes in its own time.
Upright
General meaning
Temperance symbolizes harmony, self-control, balance, and the successful combination of different elements. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, favorable circumstances, and successful synthesis.
In love and relationships
In matters of love, Temperance suggests harmonious and stable relationships based on mutual respect, patience, and the ability to compromise. An excellent time for reconciliation.
In career and work
In career matters, Temperance indicates opportunities for growth and success through collaborative teamwork, diplomacy, and the ability to blend different skills.
Reversed
General meaning
The reversed Temperance indicates imbalance, extremes, impatience, excesses, or, conversely, lack of energy and stagnation. Inability to find the middle ground.
In love and relationships
In relationships, the reversed card suggests disagreements, lack of harmony, quarrels, or conflicts due to impatience and selfishness.
In career and work
In work situations, the reversed Temperance may indicate obstacles due to poor teamwork, inability to collaborate, or rushing decisions.
Card symbolism
- Spirit is the special element of the Major Arcana, pointing to fateful, transpersonal forces.
- Astrological correspondence: Sagittarius.
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 Temperance mean in Tarot?+
Temperance symbolizes harmony, self-control, balance, and the successful combination of different elements. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, favorable circumstances, and successful synthesis.
What does Temperance mean reversed?+
The reversed Temperance indicates imbalance, extremes, impatience, excesses, or, conversely, lack of energy and stagnation. Inability to find the middle ground.
What does Temperance mean in love?+
In matters of love, Temperance suggests harmonious and stable relationships based on mutual respect, patience, and the ability to compromise. An excellent time for reconciliation.
Is Temperance a yes or a no?+
Leans “yes”.
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