Basic Suit Meanings

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Basic Suit Meanings:

♠ Spades - negativity, problems, challenges, failure, illness and loss. ♥ Hearts – emotion, love, happiness, sharing, pleasure, and healing. ♣ Clubs - good luck, growth, activity, work, business and social interactions.

♦ Diamonds - energy, power, imagination, money, rewards, success and legal judgements. Basic Suit Interactions:

Each Suit is influenced by the Suit that tops or falls to the right of it. Here is a table of suggested meanings for the interactions of the Four Suits that work for me. This list only scratches the surface, so don’t be afraid to work out your own interpretations based on your own unique understanding of the four suits.

♠ Spades ♥ Hearts ♣ Clubs ♦ Diamonds

♠ Spades Serious trouble, illness, possible harm to oneself or another

physical or emotional

healing actively working through problems imagined problems, improved finances

♥ Hearts Hurt feelings, _{emotional pain} joy, happiness, love, romance & having a good time

creativity, service to

others & good luck happiness & success, comfort & security ♣ Clubs increased difficulties,

problems with work happy outcome, developing emotions action & increased activity, taking control increase in power or money

♦ Diamonds energy block, money problem or spending money rewards, positive attraction or sharing money applied power or investing money great success or acquiring and saving money

With just the basic meanings to the Suits, it’s possible to provide an accurate, insightful reading. And a good understanding of the four suits and how they interact is an excellent jumping off point for delving more deeply into the symbolism of the individual cards.

Basic Cartomancy Part 2: Number Meanings

I think the biggest problem most new cartomancist encounter is how get the card meanings to fit together and tell a story. The beginner will memorize all of the various meanings and important combinations for each card, but in actual practice, those special combos don’t always show up in a layout to make things easy. That’s when a good foundation in the symbolism of the suits and numbers becomes so important.

Once you have a good understanding of the Suits and how they interact as outlined in Part 1, the basic number meanings can be used to delve more deeply into the symbolism of each card. Each number has two opposing meanings. The meaning applied to each card will be determined by it’s suit. The first meaning presented (positive meaning) usually applies to a red card, and the second meaning (negative) will most often apply to a black card. Also the card falling to the right will always influence the final meaning, but it’s always best to allow your intuition to make the final determination.

Basic Number Meanings: 1 – beginning or ending 2 – cooperation or conflict 3 - expansion or loss 4 – foundation or instability 5 – activity or restlessness 6 – communication or ignorance 7 – improvement or stagnation

8 – Health or illness (balance/imbalance) 9 – wish or disappointment

10 – success or failure

11 (Jack) – thoughts, also young helpful person, or troubled youth 12 (Queen) – receptivity/intuition, also female friend or rival 13 (King) – action/force, also male friend or rival

The basic Suit Interactions combined with the Basic Number Meanings are all you need to produce accurate, insightful Cartomancy readings. You can add additional meanings to each card to broaden the scope of your readings, but you’ll find that you’ll return to the basic information again, and again when the more detailed meanings don’t seem to jive in your card layout. Basic Cartomancy Part 3 – The Court Cards As People

Posted by Cardseer on October 18, 2007

Basic Cartomancy Part 3 – The Court Cards As People:

When Court Cards appear in a reading, they will most often represent actual people in the querent’s life. When I first learned to read the cards, I had a terrible time trying to sort out “who was who” in my readings. I found it helpful to familiarize myself with the personality attributes associated with the four suits, and then apply that information to the basic physical attributes for the specific Court Card. For more detailed or specific information regarding the Court Cards, please check out the individual cards linked from the right-hand sidebar.

Basic Physical Attributes:

Jacks – Young person of either sex usually under 35 years old. Can represent a child. May also represent an older person who is immature, or just young at heart.

Queens – Traditionally a mature female, but the queen may represent a female of any age.

King – male, usually mature, or in a position of authority. May also represent a younger man who is mature for his age, or is burdened by responsibilities.

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Basic Personality Attributes Based on Suit Correspondences:

Hearts: emotional, creative, romantic, compassionate, generous, sensitive, nurturing, dependable, protective, moody. Clubs: practical, friendly, reliable, trustworthy, helpful, ambitious, enthusiastic, sensible, stable, stubborn.

Diamonds: independent, extravagant, impulsive, impatient, optimistic, dynamic, restless, analytical, intelligent, high strung. Spades: Powerful, intense, demanding, controlling, secretive, possessive, charming, mysterious, calculating, detached. Traditional Attributes and Descriptions Associated with the Court Cards:

The following table lists the traditional physical attributes used for choosing a significator to represent the querent in certain layouts. Alternatively, the significator may be based on the personality attributes listed above, or stereotypical correspondences outlined further below.

Blond or red hair & blue or green eyes

Sandy hair with brown, blue or green eyes

Brown to dark brown hair, brown eyes

Dark brown to black hair, dark brown eyes Male under 35 years old Jack of Diamonds Jack of Hearts Jack of Clubs Jack of Spades

Male over 35 years old King of Diamonds King of Hearts King of Clubs King of Spades Female under 35 yrs old Queen of Diamonds Queen of Hearts Queen of Clubs Queen of Spades Female over 35 years old Queen of Diamonds Queen of Hearts Queen of Clubs Queen of Spades Female under 18 yrs old Jack of Diamonds Jack of Hearts Jack of Clubs Jack of Spades Basic Court Cards stereotypes:

I found it also helped me tremendously to think of the Court Cards as stereotypes, or cardboard cutouts. It’s a natural psychological function to sort by archetype, and I found that when I described a Court Card as a stereotype, the querent had an easier time placing that person in their life.

Of course real people are shades and combinations of all of these and many other “types,” but if you focus on a predominate personality feature, it’s not too difficult to pick a card to represent any real person in your life. When I was learning, I found excellent practice in assigning a playing card Court to each real person in my life. Then when that card would come up in a reading, I would describe some of the major characteristics of the person I knew. I was amazed at how often this description rang true for the querent.

Below I suggest two stereotypes for each Court Card. Once you are familiar with the Suit meanings, you’ll think of many more on your own, and eventually you’ll flesh out the Court Cards into real people.

Jacks:

J♥ – The Dreamer: He or she is also The Lover, and he can represent a loved one, or family member of the querent.

J♣ - The Student: He or she is also The Trusted Friend, or helper, and can represent someone who admires the querent.

J♦ – The Optimist: He or she is also The Letter carrier or The fashionista, and can represent someone who is related to the querent through marriage.

J♠ – The Charmer: He or she is also the The Soldier, and may represent any young person in uniform. Queens:

Q♥ - The Homemaker: She is also The Nurturer, and may represent the wife, mother, or quality of “motherhood.” Q♣ – The Trusted Friend: She is also The Business Woman, and may represent a female work associate.

Q♦ – The Socialite: She may represent a woman with money, or who works in finance. In love triangles she may represent The Other Woman. She may also represent a woman related to the querent through marriage. Q♠ – The Widow: She is also The Divorcee, and although certainly not today, prior to the 1950′s there was a social stigma attached to the divorcee who was not to be trusted. This idea is reflected in the symbolism of the Q♠, and she may also represent a rival in business or love.

Kings:

K♥ – The Family Man: He is also The Protector, and may represent the querent’s husband or father or any paternal influence.

K♣ – The Advisor: He is also The Businessman, and may represent an executive, a business owner, or a work associate.

K♦ – The Entrepreneur: He may have wealth, or work in finance. He is also The Magistrate, and may represent a politician or government official.

K♠ – The controller: He is also The Man of Authority, and may represent the querent’s boss or landlord, and may also represent a policeman or military officer. He may also represent a divorced or widowed male in the querent’s life.

The Court Cards in Groups:

When the Court Cards fall in groups they will indicate the interactions between the people in the querent’s life. A cluster of Court Cards may denote a social function. The final Court Card in the series will generally indicate the mood of the get-together. Hearts = partying, having a good time, or a family function. Clubs = a practical function such as a class, or a work engagement. Diamonds = intellectual pursuits, or earned or reward celebrations. Spades = a gathering out of obligation, or necessity.

In a cluster of Courts, their directions can indicate a lot about the dynamics of the group. The direction a Court Card faces will usually indicate where that person’s interest is focused. Here are some additional suggestions for interpreting Court Cards based on their direction :

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Traditionally, the querent’s position is to the left of a row of cards. Therefore a Court Card that faces left is generally showing interest in the querent, and a Court Card that faces right is generally not focused on the querent or his/her needs, and may indicate disinterest, disagreement or estrangement.

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A Court Card facing toward another court indicates interest in that person. If the second Court is looking away, it can indicate a one-sided relationship, or unrequited love.

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Court Cards of the same sex facing each other indicate agreement or friendship.

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Court Cards of the same sex facing each other with heart between them can indicate a same-sex relationship.

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Court Cards of the opposite sex facing each other indicate marriage or a strong relationship.

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Court Cards facing away from each other indicate a disagreement, argument, or estrangement.

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The pip the Court Card looks to will reveal what is on the person’s mind, or may refer to an event or

circumstance influencing this person directly.

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When the Court Cards Do Not Represent the People in Your Querent‘s Life

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Posted by Cardseer on December 25, 2012

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In most cases when a Court Card† appears in a reading, the card will represent the querent or an important person in the querent‘s life. But every once in a while you‘ll come across a Court Card that doesn‘t seem to make sense within the context of the reading, and your gut tells you that the card is not meant to represent a specific someone.

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So how to interpret a court card when it‘s not a person?

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It can be tricky. I don‘t have a canned set of meanings that I use for face cards when they don‘t represent people, but I do have general guidelines that I follow with reliable results. First, it helps to have a good understanding of the suit meanings, because the suit will set the mood or the theme for the Court Card. Here is a list of the common meanings I use for the suits, but please keep in mind that this list is by no means exhaustive. Feel free to add to these meanings, or subtract from them, or switch them around based on your own intuitive feeling for each suit.

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Spades

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negativity, problems, responsibilities, obligations, law enforcement, challenges, obstacles, mysteries, decisions, Karmic debts, obsessions, addictions, resentment, anger, setbacks, confinement, anxiety, failure, fear, illness and loss.

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Hearts

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emotions, love, romance, happiness, comfort, compassion, sharing, family matters, relationships, intimacy, rest, relaxation, amusement, fun, laziness, pleasure, peace, calm, creativity, soul connections, religion, and healing.

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Clubs

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good luck, growth, goals, conversations, verbal communication, paperwork, learning, action, physical activity, sports, exercise, work, construction, clubs and organizations, business, friendships and social interactions.

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Diamonds

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energy, electricity, power, science, technology, language, written communication, higher education, independence, restlessness, nerves, optimism, intellect, imagination, design, plans, spirituality, psychic energy, money, possessions, rewards, success, and legal judgments.

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I combine the suit meanings with the archetypal meanings I associate with the Court Cards by rank.

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Jacks

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The Jacks represent children and young people. Therefore the Jack can denote something small or the start of something new. In the days before the invention of the telephone, young boys were employed as messengers, so the Jacks can be the messengers for their suits. Jacks can also represent thoughts, so there is the idea of movement connected with these cards.

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Queens

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The Queens represent women, feminine things, and the divine feminine principle. Queens represent motherhood and love, and they are nurturing, creative, receptive and introspective. The Queens denote growth and personal power. They bring emotions and intuition and healing to their respective suits.

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Kings

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The Kings are grown men, and are the highest ranking court card. They denote mastery, authority, control and leadership. The Kings are protective and commanding, but they can be demanding, possessive, and even agressive and overbearing depending on their suit and surrounding cards.

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With the above meanings in hand, and with a healthy dose of logic and a good pinch of intuition, it‘s not too difficult to determine what a court card is trying to say when your gut tells you it isn‘t meant to represent a person.

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As an example, let‘s combine the Jack with the Suit of Diamonds…

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Jack of Diamonds

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traditionally he is the letter carrier. He can represent a small sum of money, the start of a financial venture, a written message, a message about finances, a financial statement, a check, a receipt, money transfer, a message from your spirit guides, a place for higher learning, etc.

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How about the Queen with the Suit of Spades…

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Queen of Spades

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traditionally, she is the widow. She can represent loneliness, separation, an ending, sterility, miscarriage, female health issues, blocked emotions, loss of personal power, blocked creativity, etc.

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Now we‘ll look at the King with the suit of Clubs…

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King of Clubs

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traditionally, he is a man of business. He can represent success in business, moving up the social ladder, attaining one‘s goals, mastering a physical skill or ability, taking ownership of a project, an exclusive men‘s club or organization, etc.

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Your own intuition and the surrounding cards will help add color and flavor to your interpretation of the Court Card.

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The real trick is in knowing when a Court Card is meant to represent a person, and when it is not. If you fall into the habit of interpreting all of your face cards as qualities and characteristics rather than as people, you‘ll miss out on the important roles other people play in the querent‘s life. This would create a blind spot in your readings which could be a serious detriment to your querent‘s understanding of the true factors influencing his or her life experiences.

Card Pairing in Cartomancy: Basic Lessons in Reading Playing Cards Posted by Cardseer on October 20, 2012

In response to repeated requests for more introductory information on the best way to begin the study of Cartomancy, and also how to make sense of a group of random cards in spread, I thought I would post a detailed breakdown of how I approach the cards in a reading…

Step 1: Card Meanings

Naturally, the first step in learning to read the cards is choosing a core set of meanings. You want to choose a comprehensive system that will allow you to pick up on a wide range of events and experiences in your readings. The system should make logical sense to you, so that you will be able to build onto the core meanings and make them your own.

Look for consistency…

In other words, it helps if all of the cards of a particular suit bear a similar influence, and if all of the pips of the same number share a common theme. For example, in the system I use the suit of Spades represents challenges, delays, and obstacles. The 8′s all deal with balance. So in a general sense the 8 of Spades would indicate the need to overcome an obstacle (sickness) or a challenge (disappointment) in order to restore balance to mind, body or soul.

You will find this consistency helpful for memorizing card meanings, and to be immeasurably useful when you‘re faced with a card that seems to make no sense in a reading. If you fall back on the general card meanings based on suit and number, the purpose of the card in the spread will suddenly become clear.

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Once you understand the suit influences and number meanings, and have memorized one or two keywords for each card, the next step is to learn how the cards relate to each other in a layout or card spread. The basic unit in card reading is the pair. Reading a card pair is much more than just combining the meanings of each individual card into a third conglomerate meaning. Card pairing is also about the flow of action between the cards that tells an important story.

The following examples are based on the particular set of meanings that I utilize, but the techniques should be applicable to any set of meanings of your choice. You can review the card meanings I use by scrolling down the right side-bar to the Playing Card Meanings section where you will find links to each individual card.

When pairing cards the card order is important because the first card (card A) acts as the premise of the situation, or the initiator of the action. The second card (card B) shows the result or outcome, or acts as the receiver of the action.

Another way to look at the pairing is by card sequence. The flow of action moves from left to right. We could say that Card A represents the past, and card B represents the future— but depending on the context of the situation any sequence is possible… Card A Card B

Now Later

Distant Past Recent Past Past Present

Present Future

Near Future Distant Future Tomorrow Next Week

Now let‘s take a look at a couple of examples to see the pairings in action… For the following examples, I am utilizing the following card meanings: 2 of Diamonds = an exchange of money, a payment

4 of Diamonds = a bank account

In a general sense, the Diamond suit represents money and financial matters, the 2′s represent cooperation or exchange, and the 4′s represent stablilty or a solid foundation.

Please note that other meanings are possible for these cards, but for this exercise I am limiting the interpretation to combinations of the above listed core meanings.

Example 1

In the first example, Card A (the 2 of Diamonds) indicates that an exchange of money is the premise of the matter. Card B shows the result or outcome or receiver of the money exchange, a bank account. So based on the card order in Ex. 1 the interpretation would be read as money is being deposited into a bank account, or a payment to the bank.

Example 2

In the second example, Card A (the 4 of Diamonds) indicates that a bank account is the premise of the matter. Card B shows the result or receiver of the action. In this case the money is received. So based on the card order in ex. 2, the interpretation would be that money is being withdrawn from a bank account (or a bank loan).

Step 3: Incorporating Additional Cards

Now we can introduce an additional card (C) to the mix to see how the flow of action continues toward building a detailed interpretation of the cards. We have already paired cards A + B, and now we will pair the cards B + C for each example…

In the above examples, Card C is the Ace of Hearts, and for me this card represents home and family. In a general sense the Aces represent the beginning or the source, and the suit of Hearts represent emotional matters. For most of us, home and family is the source of our emotional security.

Example 2.1

The 4 of Diamonds indicates that the bank account is the premise of the reading, and the 2 of Diamonds is a payment being received from the account. The Ace of Hearts tells us who or what receives the payment. Hence, this could be a bank withdrawal that is spent on the home, or money lent to a family member, or a bank loan for the home. Other interpretations are possible such as real estate earnings, a small loan on a house, etc.

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I had this combination show up in a reading for a client who was applying for a home improvement loan to repair the roof on her home. The combination of red cards showed a positive outcome, and the client was approved for the loan.

Example 2.2

The 2 of Diamonds falling first shows a payment as the premise of the readings. The 4 of Diamonds tells us where the payment is received; it is deposited into an account. The Ace of Hearts describes the account as dealing with home or family. Hence, these cards show a payment made to account on a house mortgage, or home loan.

It‘s important to note that each card is combined with the adjacent card to either side, but cards are not ―reflected‖ as in Lenormand. In other words, I would not combine cards A + C because that would negate the flow of action which is important to the accurate interpretation of the reading. To maintain the flow of action, the cards are read (A+B) + (B + C) + (C + D)….

Practice

A very useful exercise for practicing card pairing is the three-card daily draw. While you‘re enjoying your morning cup of coffee or tea, before starting your day, you can ask the cards, or your spirit friends through the cards, what you most need to be aware of this day. Then draw three cards, interpret the cards in pairs, and journal your impressions. That evening or the following morning you can review your journal entry to see how well the cards described the energy that played out in your day. This is an excellent exercise for bonding with your cards, and picking up new meanings or gaining a new perspective on old meanings.

The Next Step

Once you feel comfortable with your three-card draws, you can graduate to using more cards. In a row of more than three cards, you would continue to pair the cards in order to build your meaning. I look at the card suits for a general impression of the energy of the reading. The final card in the series will describe the outcome of the matter. Red cards reveal a positive outcome, Clubs are neutral, and Spades show delays, obstacles and challenges. A row of cards with predominantly red cards that ends in a Spade will show obstacles and delays. A card row with predominantly black cards that ends with a red card shows overcoming challenges to achieve a positive outcome You can find an example reading of reading a row of 5 cards in my Cartomancy Tips: Interpreting Combinations in a Row of Cards.

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Ace of Spades

Posted by Cardseer on June 18, 2007 Playing Card Meanings for Divination: Ace of Spades

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Spades: Problems, challenges, delays, frustrations, loneliness, anger, secrets, mysteries, sickness, negative emotions, force, movement, karma, and the mind.

Number Influence:

The Number 1: New beginning, first, starting out, initiative, individuality, solitude, leader, the conscious mind and conscious control. How to Read the Ace of Spades:

Traditionally the Ace of Spades has gotten a bad rap similar to the common misconceptions regarding the Death card of Tarot. And like the true meaning of the Tarot Death card, the Ace of Spades symbolizes the changes and transformations associated with endings and new beginnings.

In rare cases the Ace of Spades can indicate physical death, but only in combination with other Spades. Some systems use a reversed position meaning for the Ace of Spades even though no reverse meanings are used for the other 51 cards in the deck. Traditionally, the reversed Ace of Spades symbolizes death.

Whereas the three other Aces in the deck represents new beginnings, the Ace of Spades can refer to endings, or possibly the beginning of trouble in a reading. Of course, endings are not always bad things, so the appearance of the Ace of Spades in a reading can indicate a ―rebirth,‖ and can be regarded as an indirectly positive influence. Because Spades symbolize ―the mind,‖ a modern meaning of the Ace Spades refers to ―what affects the mind‖ such as worry, fear, anxiety, decisions, etc.

The A♠ is the only card in the deck with a reversed meaning in my grandmother‘s system. If the A♠ fell with the apex up, she would read it as ―a troubled mind (or FEAR of death).‖ If it fell with the apex down, it indicated physical ―death.‖

In my own readings, I‘ve dropped the reversed meaning, and read the A♠ as ―worries, anxiety, a pending decision, etc.‖ Although in truth, I still wince a little when the reversed A♠ falls in a layout.

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For the A♠ to indicate a physical death in my readings, it would have to be clustered with some of its more unsavory friends such as the 2♠ and the 5♠ or 6♠ along with either the 8♠ or 9♠ to indicate loss and grieving.

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Number Influence:

The Number 2: duality, balance, compatibility, agreement, opposition, exchanges, partnerships and interactions. How to Read the 2 of Spades:

Traditionally the 2 of Spades represents a restriction or ―feeling stuck,‖ and a removal or separation necessary to move forward. All 2′s bring news, and with the 2 of Spades it‘s usually bad news.

The number 2 symbolizes exchanges, and when influenced by the Suit of Spades, it denotes conflict, betrayal, violent arguments, misunderstandings, and malicious gossip.

The 2 of Spades can represent guilt, suppressed anger, feelings of resentment, and ―holding a grudge.‖ It can denote vindictiveness, or harmful retaliation for any real or imagined slight.

My grandmother called this card ―La Spaggadura,‖ which means ―rift‖ or ―break‖ in Italian dialect. The number 2 symbolizes agreements, compatibility and partnerships, but with the influence of the Suit of Spades, the 2♠ represents disagreements, incompatibility, and broken partnerships.

The 2♠ can indicate a break up, or losing touch with someone. It can denote leaving a job, getting rid of a car, or spending a large sum of money and feeling guilty about it. The separation can be of a temporary or permanent nature based on the circumstances and the surrounding cards.

Card Multiples:

Twos in multiples can mean double the fun or double the trouble. They can represent things coming in twos–couples, twins, socks, shoes, etc.

Two 2s: Things coming in pairs.

Three 2s: Can indicate lots of activity and everything happening at once. Four 2s: Teamwork, co-operation, group activity.

Card Combinations:

Face Card + 2♠ = someone leaving the querent‘s life. 3♠ + 2♠ = walking out on an argument, and holding a grudge. 4♥ + 2♠ = a marital separation or the dissolution of a partnership. 6♠ + 2♠ = an abandoned vehicle, or getting rid of a car.

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Number Influence:

The Number Three represents expansion, combinations, communications, creativity and growth. How to Read the 3 of Spades:

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Traditionally, he 3 of Spades is a card of ―loss.‖ The number 3 symbolizes expansion and growth, and when influenced by the suit of spades, it can represent a growing problem, or a worsening situation. Conversely, this card can also signify interrupted growth, or a blockage.

The number 3 also represents communications, and the 3 of Spades can denote confusion, misunderstandings, lies, deceptions, and deceit. This card can represent an argument. Since the number 3 may also refer to a ―third wheel,‖ and the 3 of Spades can indicate ―third-party‖ interference, or trouble coming from the outside.

My grandmother called the 3♠ ―La Suocera‖ which has two not so different meanings in Italian: ―The Mother-in-Law‖ and ―The Funny Bone.‖ She would say that both meanings apply to this card. Like the proverbial mother-in-law, the 3♠ can indicate a troublesome, meddling person who is interfering in someone else‘s personal business. And like a sharp whack to the funny bone (or a

meddlesome mother-in-law for that matter), the 3♠ can also indicate a particularly tender matter or situation-like a ―sore point‖ in the querent‘s life. This card can indicate that the querent or someone around the querent is ―touchy‖ or defensive about someone or something. The 3♠ can also refer to ―a third wheel,‖ and in matters of the heart it can represent the ―mistress‖ or the ―rake‖ in a love triangle.

You may remember an old song from the 1970′s by Cher called ―Dark Lady.‖ If you don‘t know it, the song is about a woman who goes to a gypsy fortune teller only to learn that she, her husband, and the gypsy woman are caught in a love triangle. When the gypsy lays down the cards, the lyrics to the song are:

―She dealt two cards, a queen and a three And mumbled some words

That were so strange to me Then she turned up a two-eyed jack My eyes saw red but the card Still stayed black

She said the man you love is secretly true To someone else who is very close to you‖

I‘ve always been sure that the three she dealt with the queen was the 3 of Spades. The two-eyed Jack was undoubtedly the Jack of Clubs since he‘s the only black Jack with both eyes visible. In some of the older Cartomancy systems, the Jack of Clubs has a reputation for being insincere, and having a smooth line ladies.

Card Multiples:

All card multiples indicate surprises and unexpected events.

Two 3s: a church or monastery, a growing interest in spirituality. An interest in the religious side of life. Three 3s: Awareness on a higher plane, a religious or mystical experience.

Four 3s: religious fanaticism. Card Combination:

A♦ + 3♠ = Loss of ring

4♦ + 3♠ = Loss of a purse or wallet

A♥ + 3♠ = A growing problem in the home that may be caused by a meddlesome person. Four of Spades

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Number Influence:

The Number 4: Stability, foundation, solidity, concrete, tangible, buildings, architecture, 4 walls, 4 tires, squaring off, being squared away, fair and square, square deal, etc.

How to Read the 4 of Spades:

Traditionally the 4 of Spades represents illness, recuperation, and the need for caution. From the stability and squareness of the number 4, the 4 of spades symbolizes the 4 legs and 4 posts of the sick bed. Symbolically the 4 of Spades can also represent a hospital room, a jail cell, or a coffin.

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The 4♠ can represent a physical illness, and all the feelings and experiences associated with sickness such as rest, confinement, recuperation, exhaustion, taking it easy, moving at a slower pace, being bed-ridden, feeling cooped up or fenced in, staying home, etc.

The 4♠ can also represent anything that is in a poor state of health, or that is progressing too slowly. With diamonds, this card can indicate a unhealthy money situation, with hearts it can denote lovesickness, with clubs ―business is slow,‖ etc.

The 4♠ can indicate feelings of disgust. The seeker is fed up or ―sick and tired‖ of someone or something. Card Multiples:

Two 4′s: a solid foundation.

Three 4′s: Fours indicate square things such as tables and rooms, etc. Three 4s can indicate places of amusement such as a restaurant or theater.

Four 4′s: Conferences, stadiums, arenas, and other large gatherings. Suggested Card Combinations:

Face Card + 4♠ = a person who is ill, rundown, or depressed. A♣ + 4♠ = a hospital

4♥ + 4♠ = a failing marriage, or an STD. 5 of Spades

Number Influence:

The Number 5 symbolizes active energy, changes, restlessness, communication, the body, and the hands. How to Read the 5 of Spades:

Traditionally the 5 of Spades is a card of anger and loss. From an older symbolic meaning of a hand holding a knife, the 5 of Spades can denote cutting someone or something out of one‘s life. It can also denote a surgical procedure.

Specifically, the 5♠ can denote divorce, breaking old ties, or going it alone. It can indicate quitting one‘s job, ending a marriage, or dropping out of school depending on the surrounding cards. The separation may be voluntary or not, but it is almost always accompanied by pain, grief, sorrow and tears.

The 5♠ and the 6♠ are similar in that they both denote a break of some sort. The difference is that with the 5♠ there are upset emotions, and tears regarding the break up. The 6♠ denotes a clean break with very little or no pain. For example, a woman who is distraught over her recent divorce will usually pull the 5♠, whereas a woman who is happy to be free would more likely pull the 6♠ to represent her divorce.

My grandmother called the 5♠ ―Védova,‖ which means ―widow‖ in Italian. This card represents the negative emotions associated with he loss of loved one, or the untimely end of a situation or relationship, such as anger, depression, loneliness, fears, tears, resentments and hurt feelings.

The 5♠ represents the left hand and left handedness. Card Multiples:

Two 5′s – The hands or feet. Can indicate that something is within reach, or the power is in one‘s own grasp. Three 5′s – Serving the public. Giving of one‘s self freely.

Four 5′s - Major change. Reaching a turning point is one‘s life. Suggested Card Combinations with the 5 of Spades:

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4♠ + 5♠ = a surgical procedure.

4♥ + 5♠ = ending a marriage or splitting up a partnership. 6 of Spades

Number Influence:

The Number 6 symbolizes psychology, harmony, balance, communion, connection, love, trust, sincerity and truth. How to Read the 6 of Spades:

Traditionally the 6 of Spades is a card of completion, and it represents the end of one phase and the beginning of a new one. The 6 of Spades can indicate endings of a permanent nature, especially when the situation or relationship has run its course, and there is nothing left to learn from the experience.

The 6♠ represents the need to let go. It can indicate getting rid of something that‘s not working, and moving on to something new. It can indicate breaking up established patterns. It can denote the dissolution of a business, the breakup of a relationship or

partnership, and a parting of ways.

The 5♠ and the 6♠ are similar in that they both denote a break of some sort. The difference is that with the 5♠ there are upset emotions, and tears regarding the break up. The 6♠ denotes a clean break with very little or no pain. For example, a woman who is distraught over her recent divorce will usually pull the 5♠, whereas a woman who is happy to be free would more likely pull the 6♠ to represent her divorce.

The 6♠ also represents a moving force. It can denote moving forward with plans and projects, and making progress. It can denote a change of places such as moving residence or relocating a business. This card can denote ―moving on‖ emotionally as well as physically. The 6♠ can also represent a mode of transportation such as a car, truck, bus or train.

Card Multiples:

Two 6′s – Things coming together or falling into place. Three 6′s – social engagement, party, or get-together.

Four 6′s – Tying up loose ends, closing the book on someone or something. Suggested Card Combinations:

6♠ + A♥ = Moving into a new home. A♥ + 6♠ = A mobile home, or moving out.. 4♥ + 6♠ = A separation or divorce. Seven of Spades

Number Influence:

The Number 7 is often considered a lucky or magical number. It represents spiritual attainment, positive changes, perfection, rest, surprises, chances, destiny, turning points, and healing. When negatively aspected, the Number 7 can denote mystery, illusions, delusions, deception and trouble.

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Traditionally the 7 of Spades is a card of loss. The negativity of the Suit of Spades draws out the more negative aspects of the number 7 symbolism. Specifically, the 7 of Spades represents the emotional response to the loss of something prized or someone loved. It can indicate a serious setback in reaching an important goal. It can indicate the loss of a friend or loved one, or the reversal of cherished plans. The 7 of Spades represents the frustration we feel when a project or a relationship is not moving in the direction we had hoped.

The 7♠ is also the water and drinking card. In his book, It‘s Written in the Cards, Dr. Martello says it can even represent water pipes, sinks and the bath. According to Dr. Martello, the 7♠ can also mean having a drink, and represents alcohol, a bar, a nightclub, or even a saloon!

In The Card Reader‘s Handbook, Regina Russell adds drugs and addiction to the meanings of the 7♠, which makes sense. Although alcohol abuse may have been just as prevalent in Dr. Martello‘s day, drug abuse is probably much more prevalent today. My grandmother called the 7♠ Sfortuna which means ―bad luck‖, or ―misfortune.‖ She read this card in the traditional way as loss, setbacks, frustration and unhappiness. But there was also the added idea of ―the unexpected,‖ such as with an accident, mishap, or other nasty surprise. The misfortune of the 7♠ was usually something you never saw coming.

Card Multiples:

Two 7s: signify life changes. With the 7 of Spades it can be a change for the worse. Two red 7s indicate health and happiness. Three 7s: indicate emotional or spiritual growth.

Four 7s: denote a spiritual awakening. Suggested Card Combination:

Face Card + 7♠ = someone who frustrated, who may be indulging in drink or drugs. A♣+ 7♠ = a bar or nightclub.

4♣ + 7♠ = drinking and driving, a fender bender. Eight of Spades

Number Influence:

The Number 8 represents power, prestige, harmony, balance, reciprocation, health, thoughts and time. How to Read the 8 of Spades:

Traditionally the 8 of Spades is a card of disappointment, illness and restriction.

The number 8 symbolizes harmony and balance, but when influenced by the Suit of Spades, it denotes a loss of balance, and a lack of reciprocation. The 8 of Spades refers to any situation that is out of balance. It may indicate an imbalance in the body, which can manifest as an illness. It can denote unrequited or unreciprocated love, or a one-sided relationship that is not mutually beneficial. Specifically, the 8 of Spades specifically can point to an imbalance in one‘s physical or mental health, and may denote a visit to the doctor, dentist or psychiatrist. Whereas the 4♠ denotes an illness or injury, the 8♠ indicates the need for medical attention. My grandmother called the 8♠ ―La Spina,‖ which means ―The Thorn‖ in Italian. This card can refer to a ―thorn in one‘s side,‖ or any problem or painful experience that wounds or causes pain. Specifically, 8♠ refers to a disappointment, an insult, a slight, a snub, hurt feelings, or an emotional upset.

The 8♠ can indicate a need for careful consideration. It can denote assessing one‘s position, or reassessing one‘s goals. It can refer to examining one‘s accomplishments, or investigating something totally new. It can specifically refer to an examination such as a medical exam, civil service exam, scholastic exam, forensic exam, a police investigation, etc.

From an older cartomancy meaning of a prison, the 8♠ can indicate feeling trapped, restricted, undermined, or held back. Card Multiples:

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3 Eights: Major change or a shift in power.

4 Eights: Weighing the pros and cons of a situation Card Combinations:

8♠ + 7♥ = Healing, improved health. 8♠ + 4♦ = A doctor‘s office, or a doctor bill. 8♠ + 5♠ = Surgery

8♦ + 8♠ + 6♠ = Losing weight. Nine of Spades

Number Influence:

The Number 9 represents philosophy, metaphysics, travel, fortune, dreams, ambitions, attainment, fulfillment, accomplishment, and achievement.

How to Read the 9 of Spades:

Traditionally the 9 of Spades is a card of sadness, adversity, failure, suffering, grief, and malice. This is a very unfavorable card. It forebodes tragic events including accidents, serious injury, serious illness, self-injury, and harm to one‘s self or another.

The 9♠ can indicate feeling pressured or forced to do something. It can indicate a loss of control, or feeling ―out of control.‖ The 9♠ can denote a breakdown of established patterns. It can represent a disappointment, or a broken heart.

The 9♠ also represents karmic debts, obligations, and duty to self and others. Card Multiples:

Two 9‗s: higher education or the travel industry. Three 9‗s: Changes in philosophy or attitude.

Four 9‗s: Highest level of attainment, fame and celebrity. Suggested Card Combinations:

9♠ + 8♠ = serious illness or injury. 2♣ + 9♠ = a duty or obligation. 10 of Spades

Number Influence:

The number 10 symbolizes completion of the current cycle, endings and new beginnings, reaching the pinnacle, and excesses. How to Read the 10 of Spades:

The 10 of Spades is traditionally a card of misfortune, grief, ruin, and. tragic endings. This card casts an ominous shadow across all surrounding cards in the spread.

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Specifically the 10 of Spades represents the negative emotions associated with the unfortunate events in life–emotions such as fear, worry, sadness, tears, disappointment, depression and grief. The 10♠ can indicates that one‘s worst fears are about to be realized. On a more positive note, the 10♠ can reveal the hang-ups and fears that block us from reaching our goals. The surrounding cards will offer clues on how to work thorough these blockages.

My grandmother called the 10♠ ―l‘ossessione― (which means the obsession) because this card can denote compulsive behavior, or an obsession. The word ―ossessione‖ can also mean nightmare in Italian, and the 10♠ can represent the darker side of life, and the realization of our worst nightmares. This is the area of secrets, mysteries, lies, suspicions, deception and betrayals. With cards of love the 10♠ can denote infidelities, or a jealous lover. With cards of money it can indicate theft, or gambling losses. With career cards the 10♠ denotes ―shady deals,‖ lies and deceit. And with other spades it can indicate a tragic event.

An older meaning of the 10♠ was ―a large body of water.‖ From this idea of depth and darkness come the modern meanings of night time, the unconscious, the subconscious and evil forces. This card also represents winter time and cold weather.

Card Multiples:

Two 10‗s: Travel out of state or out of the province. Three 10‗s: Travel out of the country.

Four 10‗s: World Travel Suggested Card Combinations:

9♠ + 10♠ = criminal activity, or being forced to deal with one‘s inadequacies. 8♦ + 10♠ = financial worries, or fear of destitution.

Jack of Spades

The Jack of Spades is a skillful, clever young man. In some of the older cartomancy meanings he represents an unsettled, erratic, emotionally inconsistent young man; or simply the thoughts of the Queen or King of Spades. Although Jacks can represent young people of either sex, the Jack of Spades is most often read as a young male.

In coloring, the Suit of Spades is considered the darkest of the deck, and represents people with dark brown to black hair, and dark brown eyes.

The Jack of Spades is a complex, interesting fellow. All Jacks are read as young people; most often ―young men,‖ but they can represent a young person of either sex. Of all the Jacks, the JS is the most diverse in terms of the traditional meanings associated with him.

For example the JS can be: Positive Aspects:

A dark-haired, dark-complected youth A youth from a foreign country A youth in uniform; soldier or cadet Skillful, clever youth

An intellectual youth; math whiz Young leader; knows how to take charge Negative Aspects:

A youth in trouble A gang leader

Juvenile delinquent; the bad kid at school Cold and calculating youth

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Gossiping, spying youth

Inconsistent, erratic, emotionally immature youth Emotionally controlled and detached

Of course the meaning you choose for this card will depend on the surrounding cards as well as a good dose of your own intuition. Some combinations with the JS:

JH/JS: The querent‘s son or brother or boyfriend is in the military or is a rookie police officer. Two Jacks:

Quarrel or court case pending (especially with 5D) Three Jacks:

Boys night out Four Jacks:

Boys school, boy scouts, organization consisting of all young men Queen of Spades

Pip Influence:

The Queen: A woman over 18 years of age. How to Read the Queen of Spades:

Traditionally, the Queen of Spades represents an ambitious, skillful, intelligent woman. In the reversed position, or surrounded by unfavorable cards, she becomes clever, conniving and plotting.

The court cards of the Suit of Spades are perhaps the most symbolic of the deck. The cards surrounding the Queen will offer clues as to which meanings apply.

In coloring, the Suit of Spades is considered the darkest of the deck. People with dark brown to black hair, and dark brown eyes are represented by the Suit of Spades.

The Queen of Spades can represent: A woman from a foreign country A divorced or widowed woman

A professional woman such as a doctor or lawyer An old woman

A woman who allows her head to rule her heart A leader who knows how to take charge

When surrounded by other Spades, the Queen of Spades can be: spiteful and catty

Deceptive

Cold and calculating A Gossip

A rival in love or business

Emotionally controlled and detached Card Combinations & Multiples:

Queen + Jack: an old female friend or girlfriend is returning to the seeker‘s life. With the Q♠ she could be an old rival returning. Two Queens: sharing confidences, rivalry, or gossip.

Three Queens: a group of female friends, a night out with the girls.

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Suit Influence:

Pip Influence:

The King: A man over 35 years of age. How to Read the King of Spades:

The King of Spades is a man of authority, ambition and power. In some of the older cartomancy meanings he represents a power-hungry man with evil intentions.

In coloring, the Suit of Spades is considered the darkest of the deck, and represents people with dark brown to black hair, and dark brown eyes.

The court cards of the Suit of Spades are perhaps the most symbolic of the deck. The cards surrounding the King of Spades will offer clues as to which meanings apply.

The King of Spades can represent: A man from a foreign country A divorced or widowed man A doctor or lawyer

An old man

A leader who knows how to take charge of any situation When surrounded by other Spades, the King of Spades can be: Arrogant

Opportunistic Deceptive

A rival in business or love Cold and calculating shrewd

Possessive

Emotionally controlled and detached Card Combinations & Multiples:

King + Jack: a male friend from the past is returning to the seeker‘s life. With the J♥ it could be an old love interest. 2 King: a man in uniform – policeman, fireman, etc. Shaking hands on a business deal.

3 Kings: success, making a name for oneself.

4 Kings: public recognition, and organization consisting of mostly men such as a men‘s club.

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Suit Influence:

Diamonds: Money, financial matters, rewards, recognition, success, improved circumstances, energy, vitality, nerves, electricity, financial institutions and government.

Number Influence:

The Number 1: New beginning, first, starting out, initiative, individuality, solitude, leader, the conscious mind and conscious control. How to Read the Ace of Diamonds:

Traditionally, the Ace of Diamonds signifies a letter, a ring or paper money.

My grandmother called the the Ace of Diamonds ―Messaggio,‖ which means ―dispatch‖ or ―message‖ in Italian. This card represents news, a message, an invitation, or any form of verbal or written communication. The surrounding cards will indicate if the news is good or bad.

All Aces symbolize new beginnings, and the Ace of Diamonds signifies making a fresh start, and beginning again from scratch. It can indicate the start of a new financial venture, or the beginning of a new phase in life. This card can refer to something brand, spanking new.

From the older meaning of ―a ring,‖ the Ace of Diamonds can denote a wedding engagement taking place. Card multiples:

Two Aces – Leadership and authority. Three Aces – an unexpected twist of fate.

Four Aces – Major changes that affect every area of life. Suggested Card Combinations:

4♥ + A♦ = a wedding ring, or marriage ceremony. 4♣ + A♦ = a brand new car.

A♦ + 3♥ = an invitation to a party or celebration. Two of Diamonds

Number Influence:

The Number 2: duality, balance, compatibility, agreement, opposition, exchanges, partnerships and interactions. How to Read the 2 of Diamonds:

The number 2 symbolizes exchanges and partnerships, and when combined with the symbolism of the Suit of Diamonds, the 2 of Diamonds represents financial partnerships, and money transactions. The 2 of Diamonds is a small money card. It can represent a small financial loan, or a small payment.

My grandmother called the 2♦ ―La Lettera,‖ which means ―the letter‖ in Italian. This card can represent a letter, an email, a memo, or any form of written correspondence. All 2‗s indicate exchanging ideas or ―news,‖ and the 2♦ specifically represents the written word. The 2♦ also denotes financial news such as a bank statement, insurance papers, or any kind of financial report. This card can reveal a creative mind, and a fertile imagination, and it is the card of the writer, journalist, or novelist.

The 2♦ can represent exchanging a gift or favor. Specifically this card would denote a gift of money, financial assistance in the way of a loan, or some helpful financial advise. The position of the card in the spread will determine who gives and who receives the gift or favor.

According to an older symbolic interpretation, the 2♦ can predict two marriages. If the seeker asks if he or she will remarry, look for the 2♦ in the card spread. If this card appears, then a second marriage is predicted.

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Card Multiples:

Twos in multiples can mean double the fun or double the trouble. They can represent things coming in twos-couples, twins, socks, shoes, etc.

Two 2s: Things coming in pairs.

Three 2s: Can indicate lots of activity and everything happening at once. Four 2s: Teamwork, co-operation, group activity.

Card Combinations with the 2 of Diamonds:

2♣ + 2♦ = a gift of a pair of earrings or matching necklace and bracelet. Also helping someone out with a small financial loan. 2♥ + 2♦ = creative writing, literary talent or writing ability

4♦ + 2♦ = office correspondence, sitting at a computer and writing. Three of Diamonds

Numerological Influence:

The Number 3 represents expansion, combinations, communications, creativity and growth. How to Read the 3 of Diamonds:

The number 3 symbolizes growth and expansion, and when combined with the Suit of Diamonds, the 3 of Diamonds represents a small increase in money, financial growth, and taking the first steps on the ladder to success.

The 3 of Diamonds is a ―small money‖ card. It can indicate increased income, or extra money coming in from an outside source such as a side job, moonlighting, or overtime hours.

The 3♦ can represent a small payment such as someone paying you back a small loan, or paying back a small debt. It can indicate making a small bank deposit or withdrawal. It can even indicate making a payment on a ‖lay away‖ plan.

The 3♦ also represents building toward financial security. It can indicate expanding one‘s business or clientele base, and an increase in profits.

I read the 3♦ as ―a financial opportunity‖ which covers anything from a new job offer to a chance to get in on the ground floor of the next big ―get rich quick‘ pyramid scheme. It can indicate a lucrative side job, a small promotion on your current job, or even just a small raise in pay.

The 3♦ can also indicate ―financial expansion.‖ This might include expanding a business base, or actually breaking down walls and expanding the business space.

The idea of expansion represented by the number 3, combined with the nervous energy of the Suit of Diamonds, can represent ―scattered energy.‖ The 3♦ can denote a lack of focus, commitment, or effort. In relationship readings, this card can indicate ―fickleness‖ or changeability in a lover who runs hot and cold.

Card Multiples:

All card multiples indicate surprises and unexpected events. Two 3s: a church or monastery.

Three 3s: a religious or mystical experience. Four 3s: religious fanaticism.

Suggested Card Combinations:

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3♦ + 7♣ = a workaholic, a work overload.

10♣ + 3♦ = expanding one‘s business, or business space. Four of Diamonds

Number Influence:

The Number 4: Stability, foundation, solidity, concrete, tangible, buildings, architecture, 4 walls, 4 tires, squaring off, being squared away, fair and square, square deal, etc.

Specific Meanings:

The Suit of Diamonds coupled with the stability and ―squareness‖ of the number 4 represents a strong or stable financial foundation (or the lack thereof when surrounded by unfavorable cards). From this union are also derived some very interesting interpretations such as a cash register, cash drawer, desk, banknote, check, bank account, check book, safety deposit box, lottery ticket, license, certificate, jewelry box, etc. In a more abstract sense, the 4 of Diamonds might indicate a solid financial deal, or just working toward financial stability.

Also from the combination of financial interests with 4 walls symbolism, the 4♦ can represent rent or a rented piece of property such as an apartment or summer home.

The 4♦ represents a stable financial situation. For example, if it falls with the 3♣, the business opportunity will be financially stable. Specifically, the 4♦ can indicate financial papers. This can be anything from a dollar bill to a real estate license. It can represent a ticket that is purchased or paid for, including traffic ticket, movie ticket, lottery ticket, etc.

Often the 4♦ will indicate a bank account or checking account, and will fall with spades when the seeker is about to make a large purchase (spades indicate ―loss‖ or ―spent‖ money).

Card Multiples:

Two 4′s: a solid foundation.

Three 4′s: Fours indicate square things such as tables and rooms, etc. Three 4s can indicate places of amusement such as a restaurant or theater.

Four 4′s: Conferences, stadiums, arenas, and other large gatherings. Suggested Card Combination:

A♥ + 4♦ = a home office, or rental home. A♣ + 4♦ = a bank, or signing bank documents. Five of Diamonds

Number Influence:

The Number Five symbolizes active energy, changes, restlessness, communication, the body, and the hands. How to Read the 5 of Diamonds:

The 5 of Diamonds is the card of Karma Patterns. This card represents the laws of Cause & Effect, and Attraction in action. On a mundane level, the 5 of Diamonds can represent a legal judgment or pending court case. On a spiritual level, this card represents the accumulation of good Karma, or bad Karma when surrounded by Spades.

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The 5♦ is a card of physical and mental attraction. It represents the thoughts that create one‘s life experiences. The surrounding cards will determine whether these thoughts are positive or negative, and will describe the influences attracted into one‘s life experiences. From the energy of the Suit of Diamonds, and the symbolism of the body from the number 5, the 5♦ can denote a magnetic personality, or animal magnetism.

An older symbolic meaning of the 5♦ was landholdings, which was how a person‘s worth was measured in medieval times. The more modern meaning for this card is one‘s general environment or ―personal space.‖ The cards surrounding the 5♦ will describe how one‘s personal space is being influenced. This card can also represent ―city life,‖ or civil service.

Card Multiples:

Two 5‗s – The hands or feet. Can indicate that something is within reach, or the power is in one‘s own grasp. Three 5‗s – Serving the public. Giving of one‘s self freely.

Four 5‗s - Major change. Reaching a turning point is one‘s life. Suggested Card Combinations with the 5 of Diamonds: 5♦ + A♣ = legal documents.

A♥+ 5♦ = a home in the city.

Face Card + 5♦ = a person with a magnetic personality, or someone attracted to the seeker with a heart. 5♦ + Face Card = a person the seeker is attracted to. If the Face Card is a heart, the attraction is romantic. 6 of Diamonds

Number Influence:

The Number 6 symbolizes psychology, harmony, balance, communion, connection, love, trust, sincerity and truth. How to Read the 6 of Diamonds:

The 6 of Diamonds is the science and technology card. It represents all forms of computerized technology, visual technology, electronic equipment, a computer, electronic communication, the internet, and diagnostic equipment such as X-rays and MRIs. This card can also denote counseling in all forms: psychic, psychological, marriage, financial, scholastic, etc. When surrounded by unfavorable cards, the 6♦ can denote a lack of information, or withheld knowledge.

The 6♦ is also a card of ―small gains.‖ It can represent a small raise in pay, or a small bonus check. The 6♦ can denote having just enough money to meet expenses, but having nothing left over.

The 6♦ is also a card of energy, vitality, and power. It can denote forward momentum, horsepower, electricity, microwaves, atomic energy, kinetic energy, calories, hyperactivity, nervous energy, adrenaline rush, etc. The surrounding cards will describe how and where a person is utilizing this energy.

Card Multiples:

Four 6′s – Tying up loose ends, closing the book on someone or something. Card Combinations:

6♦ + 2♦ = data entry, an email. 6♦ + 4♠ = an X-ray or MRI.

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6♦ + 10♠ = a secret, hidden or occult knowledge. 5♣ + 6♦ = an athlete.

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Number Influence:

The Number 6 symbolizes psychology, harmony, balance, communion, connection, love, trust, sincerity and truth. How to Read the 6 of Diamonds:

The 6 of Diamonds is the science and technology card. It represents all forms of computerized technology, visual technology, electronic equipment, a computer, electronic communication, the internet, and diagnostic equipment such as X-rays and MRIs. This card can also denote counseling in all forms: psychic, psychological, marriage, financial, scholastic, etc. When surrounded by unfavorable cards, the 6♦ can denote a lack of information, or withheld knowledge.

The 6♦ is also a card of ―small gains.‖ It can represent a small raise in pay, or a small bonus check. The 6♦ can denote having just enough money to meet expenses, but having nothing left over.

The 6♦ is also a card of energy, vitality, and power. It can denote forward momentum, horsepower, electricity, microwaves, atomic energy, kinetic energy, calories, hyperactivity, nervous energy, adrenaline rush, etc. The surrounding cards will describe how and where a person is utilizing this energy.

Card Multiples:

Four 6′s – Tying up loose ends, closing the book on someone or something. Card Combinations:

6♦ + 2♦ = data entry, an email. 6♦ + 4♠ = an X-ray or MRI.

6♦ + 10♠ = a secret, hidden or occult knowledge. 5♣ + 6♦ = an athlete.

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Suit Influence:

The Suit of Diamonds represents money, rewards, improvement, energy, electricity, intelligence and government service. Number Influence:

The Number 7 is often considered a lucky or magical number. It represents spiritual attainment, positive changes, perfection, rest, surprises, chances, turning points, destiny, and healing. When negatively aspected, the Number 7 can denote mystery, illusions, delusions, deception and trouble.

How to Read the 7 of Diamonds:

The 7 of Diamonds is traditionally a card of financial achievement, rewards and recognition. Based on the more unfavorable symbolic meanings of the number 7, this card can also indicate financial challenges and feelings of stress over money.

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The 7♦ is the card of success and achievement, and denotes being rewarded or recognized for your efforts. This is also a money card, and can indicate improved financial prospects, and an increase in income such as a raise in pay on your regular job, or a significant sum of unearned cash. The 7♦ can also denote ―lucky money,‖ and can represent gambling wins, or losses (if surrounded by spades).

The 7♦ indicates ―wise investments.‖ This card represents a person‘s liquid assets, and the surrounding cards will describe the current financial state, and any actions to be taken with the money in the way of investments, or large purchases such as a car or home. Once the money is invested, it is usually represented by the 10♦.

Card Combinations and Multiples:

Two 7s: signify life changes. With the 7 of Spades it can be a change for the worse. Two red 7s indicate health and happiness. Three 7s: indicate emotional or spiritual growth.

Four 7s: denote a spiritual awakening. Suggested Card Combinations:

7♦ + 4♦ = a stock portfolio or investment account. 7♦ + 6♠ = purchasing a car

7♦ + 3♠ = a gambling loss or being swindled Eight of Diamonds

The Suit of Diamonds represents money, rewards, improvement, energy, electricity, intelligence and government service. Number Influence:

The Number 8 represents power, prestige, harmony, balance, reciprocation, health, thoughts and time. How to Read the 8 of Diamonds:

Traditionally, the 8 of Diamonds denotes balance, or the struggle to find balance, in financial matters.

The 8 of Diamonds represents the ups and downs of money management. It may indicate extra money coming from an unexpected source. It can highlight a new source of income, or warn that over-spending is depleting current resources. It can denote ―balancing the books,‖ budgeting finances, and saving for the future. Specifically the 8 of Diamonds represents anything having to do with the movement and cycling of money including financial planning, stock market activity, e-trading, investment portfolios, tax planning and estate planning.

My grandmother called the 8♦ ―Money coming and going.‖ For her, the card indicated where money would be spent, and where additional money could be earned or acquired.

With a spade it could indicate money spent on bills or on other financial responsibilities- with a club it might indicate saving, gifting or investing money- with hearts the 8♦ indicates money spent on family and loved ones, and the good things in life that money can buy-with other diamonds it indicates winnings or earnings.

From an older symbolic meaning of ―spectacles‖ the 8♦ can denote ―being insightful‖ or ―looking into the future.‖ In matters of health, this card can symbolize ―the eyes.‖

Card Multiples:

Two 8s: Pleasure, having a good time. Can indicate ―music‖ from the symbolism of 88 keys on a piano. Three 8s: Major change.

Four 8s: Weighing the pros and cons of a situation. Suggested Card Combinations:

Face Card + 8♦ = someone involved with money or finances, banker, accountant, etc. 8♦ + 4♦ = balancing the budget, or balancing one‘s checkbook.

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8♦ + 3♠ = Money problems, not seeing things clearly.

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Suit Influence:

Number Influence:

The Number 9 represents philosophy, metaphysics, travel, fortune, dreams, ambitions, attainment, fulfillment, accomplishment, and achievement.

How to Read the 9 of Diamonds:

The 9 of Diamonds represents extra money, usually in the form of a check. It can indicate a refund check, a rebate check, unemployment check, bonus check, or any extra money that is not part of the normal salary.

Symbolically the 9♦ represents electrical energy, electromagnetic energy, and mental energy. It can represent thoughts, mental images, the imagination, psychic ability, or mental attitude.

In my grandmother‘s system, the 9♦ is another ―wish card,‖ but whereas the 9♥ represents the querent‘s wishes and desires, the 9♦ indicates how other people‘s wishes and desires affect or influence the querent. This card surrounding the 9♦ will describe what other people desire from the querent. The 9♦ is a card of mental attraction that can also represent that someone else is thinking of the querent.

The 9♦ also represents ―fame‖ or ―celebrity‖ in the sense of attracting the attention of others. This is the card of the politician, actor, model, movie star, or writer. When surrounded by hearts, this card can denote a successful career in the public limelight. From and older symbolic meaning of ―service to the Crown,‖ the 9♦ also represents civil service, or public office, and can indicate local, state or federal government. This card can denote bureaucratic red tape when surrounded by unfavorable cards.

Card Multiples:

Two 9‗s: higher education or the travel industry. Three 9‗s: Changes in philosophy or attitude.

Four 9‗s: Highest level of attainment, fame and celebrity. Card Combinations:

J♥ + 9♦ = a performing artist, an actor (can be male or female). K♦ + 9♦ = a politician or government official.

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Number Influence:

The number 10 symbolizes completion of the current cycle, endings and new beginnings, reaching the pinnacle, and excesses. How to Read the 10 of Diamonds:

The 10 of Diamonds represents financial success and security. It can denote a large sum of money, material wealth, riches, a large investment opportunity, or freedom from financial worries. The 10 of Diamonds indicates gain, financial rewards, success with money, and achievement in one‘s career.