The Hanged Man
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Quick Info
- Element
- Spirit
- Domain
- Life Lessons & Karma
- Number
- 12
Keywords & Themes
Card Description
The Hanged Man shows a man suspended upside-down from a tree. Despite his predicament, he appears calm and serene.
Upright Meaning
The Hanged Man represents surrender, letting go, new perspective, sacrifice, and pausing to see things differently.
Reversed Meaning
Reversed indicates delays, resistance, stalling, indecision, or needless sacrifice.
Guidance & Advice
Let go and see things from a new perspective. Sometimes surrender leads to victory.
Questions for Reflection
- ✦What do I need to release?
- ✦How can a new perspective help?
- ✦Where is patience required?
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Now that you understand The Hanged Man, try our interactive spreads to see how it connects with other cards in a reading.
Understanding The Hanged Man in Tarot Readings
The Hanged Man is a Major Arcana card, representing surrender, letting go, perspective. When this card appears in a reading, it often signals significant life themes and spiritual lessons.
The Hanged Man in Different Positions
The meaning of The Hanged Man can shift depending on its position in a spread. In past positions, it may indicate surrender that has already influenced your journey. In present positions, it suggests current energies around letting go. In future positions, it points toward upcoming opportunities or challenges related to perspective.
Combining The Hanged Man with Other Cards
When The Hanged Man appears alongside other Major Arcana cards, its energy is amplified. Pay attention to surrounding cards to understand the full message.