Strength
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Quick Info
- Element
- Spirit
- Domain
- Life Lessons & Karma
- Number
- 8
Keywords & Themes
Card Description
A woman gently closes the jaws of a lion. She channels her inner strength to subdue the lion, showing that true power comes from within.
Upright Meaning
Strength represents inner strength, courage, patience, control, and compassion. Taming the beast within through gentle determination.
Reversed Meaning
Reversed indicates self-doubt, weakness, lack of self-confidence, or misuse of power.
Guidance & Advice
Find strength through gentleness and compassion. Your inner courage will see you through.
Questions for Reflection
- ✦Where do I need to be more patient?
- ✦How can I show compassionate strength?
- ✦What fears need gentle courage to overcome?
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Ready for a Reading?
Now that you understand Strength, try our interactive spreads to see how it connects with other cards in a reading.
Understanding Strength in Tarot Readings
Strength is a Major Arcana card, representing inner strength, courage, patience. When this card appears in a reading, it often signals significant life themes and spiritual lessons.
Strength in Different Positions
The meaning of Strength can shift depending on its position in a spread. In past positions, it may indicate inner strength that has already influenced your journey. In present positions, it suggests current energies around courage. In future positions, it points toward upcoming opportunities or challenges related to patience.
Combining Strength with Other Cards
When Strength appears alongside other Major Arcana cards, its energy is amplified. Pay attention to surrounding cards to understand the full message.