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Tarot Card Meanings:
The World

The World: Overview and Symbols

The World is card number twenty one in the Major Arcana. It signifies completion, fulfillment, and the achievement of long-term goals. Depicting a figure dancing within a wreath, this card represents the successful conclusion of a journey, harmony, and the integration of various aspects of life.

Some Specific Symbols and Their Meanings in the Rider Waite Smith Tarot:

  • Dancing figure: Symbolizes completion, fulfillment, and the joyful celebration of achievements.
  • Wreath: Represents wholeness, victory, and the cyclical nature of life.
  • Two wands: Indicate balance, control, and the integration of opposites.
  • Four figures in the corners (lion, bull, eagle, man): Represent the four fixed signs of the zodiac (Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius), symbolizing stability and the elements of life.
  • Purple scarf: Suggests spiritual awareness and the connection to higher consciousness.
the world from the rider waite smith tarot
The World as depicted in the Rider-Waite Smith Tarot by A.E. White, illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith

The World: Tarot Card Meanings

Keywords/Phrases: Completion, fulfillment, achievement, wholeness, harmony, integration, celebration, successful conclusion, new beginnings.

The World in the tarot signifies the completion of a significant journey or cycle, bringing a sense of fulfillment, achievement, and wholeness. This card represents the successful conclusion of long-term goals and the harmonious integration of various aspects of life. It highlights a time of celebration and joy, recognizing the hard work and perseverance that have led to this moment of triumph. The World also suggests new beginnings on the horizon, as the end of one cycle naturally leads to the start of another. It encourages you to embrace this sense of accomplishment and to look forward to the new opportunities and adventures that lie ahead.

The World: Reversed Tarot Card Meanings

Keywords/Phrases: Incompletion, lack of closure, delays, unfinished business, stagnation, unfulfilled goals, limited perspective.

When the World appears reversed in a tarot reading, it signifies incompletion and a lack of closure, indicating that goals and projects may be left unfinished or delayed. This card suggests feelings of stagnation and frustration, where progress is hindered, and the sense of fulfillment remains elusive. It highlights unfulfilled goals and the need to address unfinished business to achieve a sense of wholeness and completion. The World reversed encourages you to re-evaluate your plans, overcome obstacles, and gain a broader perspective to move forward and successfully conclude your endeavors.

Gallery: The World in Various Decks