In this card we see a man on the throne, traditionally holding the world in one hand and a scepter in the other. He is a ruler and thus possesses the traits of one; dominance, power, and authority. This card represents traits that are associated with masculinity, which is why it’s referred to as the patriarch of tarot. The Emperor is a part of the Major Arcana, meaning that the events he is associated with are a big life change to come, a catalyst for events that have passed, or the direct influence of what the person being read is currently experiencing in their present life. Major Arcana cards are the heavy hitters in tarot and should always be heeded, especially one as domineering as The Emperor. When this card appears in your reading, it’s important to first decide if he is representing the one being read or another person in their life.

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