Tarot cards consist of 78 cards with images in which the symbols of the occult, astrology, alchemy are encrypted.
The history of the origin of the Tarot is obscure and shrouded in many legends. But both occult and traditional researchers agree on one thing - Tarot represents a collection of encrypted secret knowledge of the past. The images of the cards trace the mystical traditions of India, Egypt, Persia, China.
Modern Tarot deck
When and where the Tarot deck first appeared in its modern form, it is not known for certain. It consists of 78 cards, which are divided into 2 types:
- Minor Arcana;
- Major arcana.
The minor arcana resemble traditional playing cards and consist of 56 cards, which, in turn, are divided into 4 suits: swords, cups (cups), pentacles (denarii), wands.
The Major Arcana consists of 22 cards, each of which has its own plot and deep philosophical meaning. Are numberedcards from zero to 21 and, arranged by numbers, symbolically depict human life.
Image on the Hanged Man card
Tarot, being the bearer of ancient knowledge, involves a detailed analysis and interpretation of the drawing of each card of the major arcana.
The Hanged Man Tarot card is an image of a young man hanging upside down from a gallows or a tree - the pattern may vary depending on the deck. Also, a person can hang between two columns, symbolizing the portal. In a number of modern decks, one can find an almost schematic, meager image, where there is only a figure suspended from a beam, and nothing else. The canonical image is the one where instead of the gallows there is a living, sometimes flowering, tree.
Often the "Hanged Man" Tarot is depicted hanging by one leg, while the second is bent and laid behind the first. The hangman's hands are tied either behind his back or above his head. At the same time, the person’s face is depicted as thoughtful, calm and peaceful, there is no sign of suffering on it. This symbolizes that this position is the choice of the person himself. And this voluntary choice is made for the sake of some goal, for which it is worth suffering. Humility and voluntary sacrifice is depicted by the Hanged Man Tarot card. The value of discipleship is also realized in the card. Since teaching is both coercion, restriction of freedom, and new opportunities in the knowledge of the world, the true course of things.
Meaning of the card
In the layout "The Hanged Man" symbolizes the highest spiritualwisdom. Therefore, if you get this card, then a spiritual journey has begun or will soon begin for you, which will lead to growth and gaining wisdom. Such a journey can lead to the transformation of your "I", to the rejection of your old essence and the acceptance of a new one, for which material and worldly problems are alien, and the main thing is spiritual enlightenment. By sacrificing traditional world views and worldly values, you can gain the understanding and wisdom that the Hanged Man Tarot card promises. The meaning of being, according to this lasso, can be comprehended not so much by reason as by intuition, resorting to meditation, interpretation of dreams, fortune-telling.
Direct map position
When the Hanged Man is in the upright position, the Taro warns that the time has begun to suspend its activities. In order not to stray from the spiritual path, it is necessary to reconsider your priorities and goals, your attitude to life. Time seems to stop for you, there is a feeling of "slow motion". There comes a period of testing, during which certain lessons must be learned. This is a transitional period from the old to the new, you have the opportunity to realize your desires, achieve your goals.
However, in order to achieve the goal, you will have to give up something or sacrifice something. To acquire a new one, one must sacrifice the old - this life principle is most clearly manifested in the Hanged Man Tarot card. The meaning of this lasso is closely related to the system of human spiritual values. Therefore, in order to understandyourself, it is better to delve into your "I" and resort to meditation, contemplation and relaxation. The advice of others at this moment can only hurt.
Reversed card position
If the card is in the Hanged Man position
inverted, Tarot indicates that you are deceiving yourself. There is a great possibility that your sacrifice was in vain. And this is due to the fact that, having fallen under the influence of others, you had to abandon your own life values and aspirations. Perhaps in a relationship with someone you are assigned the role of a victim.
There is also the possibility that you cannot, even for the sake of a cherished goal, make the necessary sacrifice. And this is explained by the fear to act in their own way, not as is customary in society. Now the best thing for you is to try to turn your world upside down in order to see the light. If you asked cards about business, then you should not follow the advice of others or make large deposits. It would be better to wait and think about the current situation.
But do not be upset, the period of uncertainty, one way or another, will pass. And if you spend this time reevaluating your views and plans for the next life, then your actions in the future will lead to the achievement of goals and success. This is the essence of the reversed Hanged Man Tarot card.
Meaning in relationships
Appearing in the field of feelings, the lasso shows its most negative sides. This applies to both the upright and inverted position of the card. "The Hanged Man" indicates the need to realize the fact that the causes of the currentsituations lie in the past and require rethinking.
Relationships. Straight position
In the upright position, the Hanged Man indicates a crisis in the relationship caused by the unwillingness of one of the partners to sacrifice something for the sake of continuing the relationship. Or one of the partners devotes all of himself to the other, receiving nothing in return. Also, the card can talk about long-term loneliness, the inability of a person to find a mate for himself. In addition, in some cases it indicates the futility of attempts to restore the former harmony and warmth to relations. This is how the lasso is interpreted, falling into a position next to the Lovers or the Ace of Cups cards.
If the "Hanged Man" fell out in a position that speaks of the past, then it indicates the past difficult period of a lonely life or test, when a person either consciously remained lonely, or devoted his existence to a person who is being guessed.
Relationships. Reversed
The inverted meaning of the lasso "The Hanged Man" is interpreted extremely negatively. The main meaning of the card will be associated with selfishness and selfishness, unwillingness to listen to a partner and make concessions. The Hanged Man (Tarot) speaks of indifference, rudeness and lack of love. Relations have come to a standstill, the life priorities of the partners are too different, which does not allow finding a common language and agreeing.
However, when the Hanged Man lands with the Star Arcana, the couple still has hope to make things right. In combination with the "Sun", the card promises a successful resolution of the problem. If, along with the "Jester", "The Hanged Man" fell out, the Tarot say that the way out ofsituations are extremely unexpected; and with the “Judgment” - in order to gain prosperity and success, you will have to atone for old sins.
If the question was asked by a lonely person, then "The Hanged Man" indicates the neglect of spiritual values and the withdrawal of interests into the material sphere. The person they are guessing at shows vanity, commercialism in relation to others, craves respect and worship. Appearing in such a situation, the lasso warns a person about a huge mistake, calls to rethink their existence.
Combination of arcana with other cards
The combination is of no small importance for the lasso "The Hanged Man". Tarot initially involves the interpretation of the cards not separately, but in the aggregate. Moreover, some combinations can not only change the value of the card, but also strengthen or weaken it.
So, the cards that enhance the value of the Hanged Man Arcana include:
- "Strength" - indicates the need for patience, which will help buy time;
- "Jester" - speaks of commitment to society, faith in existence;
- "10 swords" - indicates martyrdom and sacrifice;
- "Nun" - activity will be reduced, waiting period.
The value of the lasso will be weakened:
- "4 of Pentacles" - speaks of control, restraint;
- "Mag" - a manifestation of activity, violent activity;
- "Chariot" - the desire for self-affirmation;
- "7 of Wands" - confrontation and challenging behavior.
Psychological understanding of the Arcana
The appearance of the lasso "The Hanged Man" (Tarot) testifies to the changes in life, the new and difficult to comprehend. The meaning of the card calls not to be afraid, but to open up to a new one, to look at the world in a different way. If the world is upside down, you can follow its example. But watching what is happening, it is necessary to remain calm and clear of thought. As soon as possible, you need to learn to find and maintain a balance between your inner "I" and the surrounding reality. In no case should you withdraw into yourself and limit yourself only to your own world. Waiting, observing and comprehending what is happening is what is required of a person at this stage. The main thing to remember is that soon the period of calm will end, and life will boil again and require action.
In short, "The Hanged Man" means life's dead end. But do not be discouraged, as such a situation makes it possible to rethink life. And, therefore, change it and your view of the world as a whole. The passivity to which this card condemns is reminiscent of a bedridden patient. But this is a period of spiritual healing and transformation.
Advice if you get a reversed Hanged Man card
When trying to comprehend what is happening, remember that in order to avoid mistakes, you need to consider events from all sides. When you change your point of view, your attitude to what is happening will also change. If this approach does not help, then you will have to make the necessary sacrifice - only in this way will you be able to accept something new. However, do not cling to the old, the sacrifice will be justified, and in return you will receiveimmeasurably more.
