World Tarot Card Keywords
Completion, reward, satisfaction, celebration, travel, accomplishing goals.
World Tarot Card Description
A figure stands in a circle surrounded by four mystical creatures which come from symbolic representations for the four Christian Evangelists; a winged lion, an ox, an eagle and a winged man or an angel. The four creatures are believed to draw the Merkabah or the chariot of God.
Upright Meaning
According to L. P. Hartley in The Go-Between; ‘The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there’. He could have been describing The World, which celebrates the ending of one chapter of your life and the beginning of a new one. When The World appears in a reading, it tells us we can only move forward, but asks us to accept that going back could only be a negative step. The World suggests that you are particularly in tune with your psyche, your gifts and your limitations, thus, you are able to make sensible decisions with good results. In relationship matters of the romantic, friendship, business or neighbourly variety, you are able to relate well to others. In romantic or business terms, it could well mean that you have found your ideal partner. If career concerns have been causing you to crease your brow, don’t worry, you are about to find your life’s vocation. The World means there is no chance of returning to the tried and tested path of your previous existence, whatever the cost, you can only move forward, yet, the outcome is likely to see you celebrating. If you have any plans to travel or would simply like to do so, you can rest assured that any trip can go very well indeed. A trip of a lifetime is a definite possibility. The World tells you that you will be expanding your horizons, either literally in the sense of travel (usually over the sea), or in a more metaphorical manner, such as exploring new ideas or meeting new people.
Reversed Meaning
Someone has been procrastinating and this has slowed down progress to a grinding halt. Assuming it is not you that can’t make up your mind, there really isn’t much you can do to get things moving. If you do decide to try and chivvy things along a little, you will find gentle persuasion works better than losing your temper, however justified this may seem. Equally, if you are travelling, especially overseas, expect some delays and allow extra time for your trip. The good news is although you may be cooling your heels at the airport, anxiously chewing your pen as you await the arrival of an important document or item, this is just a minor hitch and your plans will reach a successful conclusion.
Past
Have you been seeing the world through rose tinted specs, and daydreaming too much? Perhaps you only saw what you wanted to see? Was your behaviour based on the expectations of others? The time has come to be more objective about yourself and your ambitions, you need to be more aware of who you are and take responsibility for yourself.
Present
You seem to be coming to terms with yourself as an individual, and this will improve your relationships with others. You may have met the ideal partner for you at this time, or even found a vocation. At this point there will be no turning back, you know instinctively you are on track and that the only way is forward.
Future
How exciting! Your horizons will soon be expanding. Relationships and creative enterprises show a very strong potential for development. This card suggests that you may be travelling some distance in the future. Emotionally, physically and spiritually you will be exploring all the world has to offer. If you stick to the right path happiness is yours. Break out the Bubbly!
The World Love Tarot Card Meanings Keywords
Permanent relationship, marriage, celebrations, anniversaries, ideal partner, soul mates.
The World Love Tarot Card Description
Upright Meaning
The world really is your oyster as your relationship goes from strength to strength. You may even find yourself moving further along the commitment ladder, perhaps by starting a family, moving in together or tying the knot. There is also a chance of travel, so a romantic holiday, a honeymoon or relocation abroad are a possibility. Your relationship is solid and this is an ideal point to discuss new ideas and plans, particularly if they are fairly major decisions such as a change of abode.
Singles, you have the world to play for as you others are drawn to you, these folks may be very different from the people you have met in the past which adds to their allure. Generally, your life should be bursting with new opportunities and travel is likely. Make the most of what is being offered to you and this will draw someone extra-special into your circle. Any relationships begun at this point are likely to have staying power and frequently possess a spiritual dimension.
Reversed Meaning
Careful now, is your romantic interest all they seem to be? It may be that you have not realised just how good your romantic partner is. Whether you are single or a regular Darby and Joan a past relationship may be casting a shadow over your present one, you need to get over this and live in the here and now.
You may have an unacknowledged admirer; they might not be all that you had dreamed of or even what you normally think of as ‘your type’, yet, if you give them a chance they may sweep you off your feet. Don’t be frightened to go out into the world, sometimes you have to take a risk to win a romantic opportunity.
The World suggests that you are about to change your views as you move on to a new phase in your life. Don’t be afraid to explore new ground and test your ideas of what you think you want.
