Tarot Astrology

Integrating tarot with astrology is a practice that combines the symbolic languages of both disciplines to provide deeper insights and more comprehensive readings. This fusion enhances the interpretative power of both systems, allowing for a richer and more nuanced exploration of the querent's life and circumstances. Here's a thorough explanation of how tarot is used with astrology:

Correspondences Between Tarot and Astrology
Major Arcana and Zodiac Signs/Planets:
Each Major Arcana card is associated with a specific astrological sign or planet. These associations help to deepen the meanings of the cards and can provide additional context in readings.

The Fool: Uranus (change, originality)
The Magician: Mercury (communication, intellect)
The High Priestess: Moon (intuition, subconscious)
The Empress: Venus (love, beauty, abundance)
The Emperor: Aries (leadership, authority)
The Hierophant: Taurus (tradition, spirituality)
The Lovers: Gemini (duality, relationships)
The Chariot: Cancer (willpower, direction)
Strength: Leo (courage, strength)
The Hermit: Virgo (introspection, wisdom)
Wheel of Fortune: Jupiter (luck, expansion)
Justice: Libra (balance, fairness)
The Hanged Man: Neptune (sacrifice, perspective)
Death: Scorpio (transformation, endings)
Temperance: Sagittarius (moderation, synthesis)
The Devil: Capricorn (materialism, constraints)
The Tower: Mars (destruction, upheaval)
The Star: Aquarius (hope, innovation)
The Moon: Pisces (dreams, illusions)
The Sun: Sun (success, vitality)
Judgement: Pluto (rebirth, judgement)
The World: Saturn (completion, responsibility)
Minor Arcana and Elements:
The suits of the Minor Arcana correspond to the four elements, which are also significant in astrology:

Wands: Fire (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius) – action, passion, energy
Cups: Water (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces) – emotions, intuition, relationships
Swords: Air (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) – intellect, communication, conflict
Pentacles: Earth (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn) – material aspects, work, stability
Using Tarot and Astrology Together
Natal Chart Analysis:
A tarot reading can be combined with an astrological natal chart to provide a more holistic view. For example, the cards drawn in a reading can be interpreted in the context of the querent's astrological chart. If a card associated with a particular planet appears, its meaning can be related to the placement of that planet in the querent's chart. For instance, if The Emperor (Aries) appears, the astrologer might look at Mars in the querent’s chart for further insights.

Astrological Transits and Tarot:
During significant astrological transits, tarot can be used to gain additional insights. For example, if a querent is experiencing a Saturn return, a tarot reading might focus on understanding the lessons and challenges associated with this period. Cards drawn can reflect the themes of the transit, providing guidance on how to navigate it.

Timing in Readings:
Tarot can be used to time events in conjunction with astrological cycles. For instance, a reading might suggest that a significant change will occur during a certain astrological phase, such as a new moon or during a specific planetary transit. Cards associated with particular times of the year or astrological signs can give hints about timing.

Horoscopes and Tarot Scopes:
Tarot can be used to enhance astrological horoscopes, creating "tarot scopes." In this practice, a tarot card is drawn for each zodiac sign to provide additional insights into the themes and challenges that sign will face in the coming period.

Practical Steps for Combining Tarot and Astrology
Preparation:

Study the correspondences between tarot cards and astrological signs/planets.
Have both a tarot deck and an astrological chart or software handy.
Understand the querent's astrological profile (natal chart).
Conducting the Reading:

Draw the tarot cards as usual, but keep in mind the astrological correspondences.
Interpret each card’s meaning in the context of the querent’s astrological chart.
Look for astrological transits or progressions that might be influencing the querent’s current situation.
Interpreting the Results:

Synthesize the information from both the tarot and astrology to provide a comprehensive reading.
Discuss how the tarot cards reflect or complement the astrological influences.
Offer guidance based on both tarot insights and astrological knowledge.
By integrating tarot and astrology, readers can provide more detailed and insightful readings, helping querents understand their lives from multiple perspectives and navigate their paths with greater clarity. This synergy allows for a deeper exploration of both the inner and outer forces shaping the querent's experiences.

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