The Fool
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Quick Info
- Element
- Spirit
- Domain
- Life Lessons & Karma
- Number
- 0
Keywords & Themes
Card Description
The Fool depicts a youth walking joyfully into the world. He is taking his first steps, and he is exuberant, joyful, excited. He carries nothing with him except a small sack, caring nothing for the possible dangers that lie in his path.
Upright Meaning
The Fool represents new beginnings, having faith in the future, being inexperienced, not knowing what to expect, having beginners luck, improvisation and believing in the universe.
Reversed Meaning
The reversed Fool indicates recklessness, risk-taking, foolishness, lack of direction, poor judgment, and chaos in your life.
Guidance & Advice
Take a leap of faith. Trust in the universe and embrace new beginnings with an open heart.
Questions for Reflection
- ✦What new journey am I about to embark on?
- ✦Where in my life do I need more spontaneity?
- ✦What would I do if I knew I could not fail?
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Ready for a Reading?
Now that you understand The Fool, try our interactive spreads to see how it connects with other cards in a reading.
Understanding The Fool in Tarot Readings
The Fool is a Major Arcana card, representing new beginnings, innocence, spontaneity. When this card appears in a reading, it often signals significant life themes and spiritual lessons.
The Fool in Different Positions
The meaning of The Fool can shift depending on its position in a spread. In past positions, it may indicate new beginnings that has already influenced your journey. In present positions, it suggests current energies around innocence. In future positions, it points toward upcoming opportunities or challenges related to spontaneity.
Combining The Fool with Other Cards
When The Fool appears alongside other Major Arcana cards, its energy is amplified. Pay attention to surrounding cards to understand the full message.