Understanding The Judgement Tarot Card (The Tarot Card Number 20 of Major Arcana)
The Judgement Tarot Card depicts naked men, women, and children getting up from their graves. Their arms are stretching outwards and their gaze is fixed on the sky. Archangel Gabriel, the Messenger of God, is shown blowing a trumpet. The people answer the call of Trumpet and are prepared for the Judgment.
The Judgment will decide whether they will be admitted to heaven or not. A mountain range is shown in the background. This is indicative of the serious difficulties in avoiding the Judgment.
The Judgement Tarot Card Upright Meanings
Judgment, Self-analysis, Regeneration, Calmness, Certainty, Quick Judgements, Assigning responsibility, and Compassion
The appearance of the Judgement tarot card upright suggests that the individual or his associates are being judged indiscriminately by other people. It may also be an indication that the individual himself is not discreet while judging other people. On the other hand, Judgement suggests that the individual has matured enough to make the right choices in life.
The individual has improved consciousness induced by his karmic teaching. This is guiding him to a constructive environment. While making major decisions, he should go by his karmic experience and make the right selections. The Judgement upright card may suggest that a legal issue has been resolved in his favor because of his honesty.
The Judgement will go against the individual if he has acted fraudulently. This can only be rectified by acting consciously and making the necessary corrections. The card also indicates the separation of his lover or close associate by an ocean. It may also suggest wishes for reuniting with close relations.
Love Relationships (Upright)
In a love relationship, drawing this card is an indication that the individual or his partner is making harsh decisions about the other person. Accusing the other person of arguments will be detrimental to the relationship. It is advisable to negotiate peacefully without any hard feelings.
Good communication and forgiving past blunders will help the relationship to forge ahead. If others are judging the individual and his partner in their absence, he should neglect it. The card is also indicative of his lover being separated by a sea or ocean.
For single persons, it suggests that they should decide the suitability of love mates after proper understanding between them.
Money and Finance (Upright)
For a career individual, the Judgement upright card is an indication that he is being judged about his capabilities and performance by his superiors. This will decide his chances of getting a promotion or a raise. Any carelessness will result in the loss of an opportunity to come up in his career.
Regarding finances, Judgement is suggesting to the individual to be vigilant and make the right decisions. All big financial activities should be supported by the right information. It may suggest a legal setback because of negligence or wrongdoing.
Health (Upright)
The Judgement indicates recovery and recuperation from a serious illness. Now the individual is wiser and will take all healthy steps to recover and maintain his health in good shape in the future.
Spirituality (Upright)
From the spiritual point of view, Judgement upright indicates spiritual enlightenment. He has become wiser by learning from his past karmic actions and is being guided on the right path by the higher self. He is ready to follow a superior spiritual activity. The Judgement card suggests that the individual has found his spiritual inclinations and is on a new spiritual journey.
The Judgement Tarot Card Reversed Meanings
Uncertainty, Nasty gossip, Reluctance to learn from karmic lessons, Wrong allegations, and Indecision
The Judgement reversed card suggests that the individual is unable to make the right decisions to advance in life. It is urging him to be proactive and take necessary actions. Any delay may result in loss of opportunities.
The card may also indicate that the individual is reluctant to learn from past karmic experiences. He may be critical of himself for past experiences and in that process, he is unable to educate himself. It also suggests that to cover up his handicaps, he is engaged in destructive criticism of other people.
It is advisable to shift the attention to himself. The card also may indicate that the individual is unnecessarily blaming himself for other’s mistakes. He should ignore the criticisms of other people and work towards his ambitions. In case of legal matters, the resolution will be done in a biased manner.
Love Relationships (Reversed)
The Judgement reversed card indicates that the individual is unable to decide whether he should continue the existing relationship or end it. Any hateful allegations or talk about the partner should be investigated before making a judgment. He should learn from his past mistakes in the relationship and use that for the benefit of the relationship.
For single persons, The Judgement reversed card suggests that he is unable to approach his lover because of inhibition or discomfort. He should make a sincere effort to approach his lover.
Career and Finance (Reversed)
The Judgement reversed card indicates that the career professional is plagued by insecurity and is unable to decide on his career. He should not allow the opportunities to escape and make use of them. Otherwise, he may be regretting it later.
Regarding finances, the individual should not hesitate to buy things needed for him. He should not think too much about his purchases if they are necessary.
Health (Reversed)
If the individual is suffering from a chronic injury or disease, the Judgement reversed card suggests to him to shed negativity regarding a person who might have caused the problem. This will help him to recover faster as negativity in life does not benefit him.
Spirituality (Reversed)
Spiritually, the Judgement reversed card indicates that the individual is careless about learning from his karmic lessons. If he is not careful about them, they will reappear in a more pronounced manner. These lessons are there to help him progress in life faster.