The Chariot, Rider-Waite-Smith

Major Arcana · Water

The Chariot meaning

victory · determination · momentum

Upright

You move forward with strength. Keep your course and your emotions in check, and victory is within reach.

Reversed

Opposing forces pull in different directions and you lose your way. Take back the reins.

Correspondences

Astrology
♋Cancer
Element
Water
Yes or no
Yes

Symbols

The black and white sphinxes
opposing forces to master
The starry canopy
celestial protection, destiny
The city behind
what you leave to move forward

Upright

Reversed

victory, determination, control, willpower, momentum

General

lack of direction, scattered effort, aggression, obstacles

relationship moving forward, conquest, efforts rewarded

Love

power struggles, a relationship going nowhere

success, ambition, goal reached, promotion

Career

no direction, blocked project, pointless rivalry

financial progress, discipline paying off

Finances

impulsive spending, budget out of control

confidence, motivation, feeling in control

Feelings

frustration, impatience, feeling pulled apart

push forward, stay the course, master your emotions

Actions

take back the reins, pick a direction, slow down

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