Understanding The Magician (Card Number 1 of Major Arcana)
The Magician Tarot card depicts that one of his hands is pointing upwards towards the universe while the other is pointing down towards the earth. This indicates the connection between the spiritual world with the physical world. He uses this connection for creating and manifesting the objectives in this world.
The white color of the robe of the Magician signifies purity. His red coat is symbolic of experience and knowledge. The Tarot suits – The Cup, The Pentacle, The Sword, and The Wand in front of him represent the elements of Water, Earth, Air, and Fire.
The infinity symbol over his head and the snake on his waist indicate infinite talent. The collection of greenery and flowers in front indicates development.
The Magician Upright Tarot Card Meanings
Authority, Inspiration, Determination, Imagination, Talent, Aptitude, Intelligence, Focus and Psychic abilities.
When a quadrant pulls the Magician Tarot Card, it is an indication that the individual has all the qualities and will have no problem achieving success in life. He knows that God will assist him in making positive changes in his life.
The appearance of this card is an invitation for the individual to achieve his objectives by using his determination, focus, and intelligence. The fact that this card appears indicates that the person will have little trouble reaching his life’s goal.
The individual also can take guidance from close associates with the necessary knowledge and experience.
Love and Relationships (Upright)
The appearance of the Magician card is a positive indicator for the individual in a love relationship. It signifies that the relationship is bound to reach higher levels with a promise of more happiness and joy. Individuals who are yet to get married can expect to get into new love relationships. There will be commitment, happiness, and better understanding with the partner.
Career and Finance
The individual will be fortunate to get many openings for career advancement. If unemployed, he will get new offers. The card is asking the individual to make bold decisions and use his ingenuity in the workplace. It is also important that he should keep his plans to himself.
The career will offer individual promotions and increased monetary benefits. The person will have plenty of opportunities to launch new businesses if that is what piques his attention. The individual will be brimming with an air of authority and confidence. He can expect wonderful things in his career or business activities.
This is the right time to use the vast amount of experience the individual has gained to guide newcomers in the field. In case he wants guidance from experts, that also will be available readily. The appearance of the card is a strong indication that more finances and opportunities are readily available for the individual.
Health
The appearance of the card is an indication that if the individual has health problems, they will disappear quickly. It also indicates that he should look for different ways of treating the health problem. The card exhorts the individual to look for an expert health professional who can cure the ailment rapidly.
Spirituality
If the querent or individual comes across this card, it is a strong indication that he should involve himself in spiritual activities. Busy individuals are encouraged to give some time to spiritual activities. This will help them to use their vast spiritual experiences for the right reasons.
This spiritual practice will undoubtedly benefit the person much. He can use this for the betterment of humanity. If he inclines psychic studies, he will get ample opportunities to become an expert in the field.
The Magician (Reversed): Meanings
Greediness, Unreliable, Deception, Scheming, Crookedness, Idleness, Irrational
The individual who draws the Magician (Reversed) Tarot card may fail to make use of the prospects offered to him. He will be plagued with insecurity and indecision. The individual may be deceived by somebody in whom he has full faith. He has to be extremely careful about dishonest and avaricious people.
Love Relationships
The appearance of the Magician Reversed card is an indication that the individual should be frank with his love partner about his needs in matters of love. He should desist from using his partner for his requirements. He must be very scrupulous with his love partner.
On the other hand, it is highly possible that his partner in whom he has absolute faith, may be trying to use him for his or her self-interest. Single persons should be very careful about this card. They may lose faith in love and relationships and may not have the confidence to attract reliable lovers in their lives. The individual needs to be optimistic about love and eventually, he will be successful in attracting the right partner.
Career and Finance
The Magician Reversed card indicates to the individual that he is not making use of the openings available to him. Also, he is not making optimum use of his capabilities. He is plagued by a loss of confidence in himself. He may feel that he is unable to use his talents fully and may be hesitant to take up a new venture.
The individual needs to think about his real potential and the reasons why he is not making use of it. The Tarot card indicates that he may be surrounded by dishonest people and he is not confident about starting a new venture. In that case, fear is real and requires consideration. If the individual sees stagnation in his financial activities, he should be optimistic and sort out the problems.
Health
The Magician Tarot Card Reversed suggests that the individual should have belief in getting healed of his health problems and he will be healed. If the individual is having problems related to his mental faculties, such as fantasies and delusion, he is advised to consult a senior medical practitioner immediately.
Spirituality
The Reversed Card is an indication that the present spiritual practices are not working and he should look for a credible alternative. At the same time, he should clear his mind of the old spiritual system as it is not working. He should also indulge in finding out new spiritual methods. The card emphasizes that he should use spiritual power for the right causes.