The Wheel of Fortune

Major Arcana
Written By Quinn

Traditional Meaning

A sudden change of fortune. Destiny. Chances. Movement in life.

Going Deeper

The Wheel is an important symbol in many traditions. Many tarot decks will display the astrological wheel. Symbolically this represents all things are part of a cycle with a beginning and an end. The Wheel of Fortune is neither good nor bad; it just is. I have read that the key to mastering this wheel of existence is to stand in the centre and watch it all pass you. But I'm not sure how true that is. The Wheel is a constant reminder that we are not static. We can all be aware that change is the only constant but do we really grasp what this means? When we commit to stability, there is always a risk that the wheel will bring change. But the question is, can we keep moving to the rhythm, or do we freeze like rabbits in headlights? Life is a process of change; if we try to work against this, at some point, we will be reminded that we are not static. If we refused the call from within that we received from The Hermit, life could send a more powerful message. The wheel then says enough is enough and throws us off track completely. Some never get back on; the fear is too great, and they stop participating in life and love altogether. We see people who have bodies but are no longer living. Some claim spiritual amnesty and stand in the centre watching it all go around, but they don't participate much in life either; this is not mastery of The Wheel. Mastering the wheel means knowing when to step into the middle for respite and then knowing when to ride the outside for experience.

Astro Insight

Jupiter. Check transits to the natal chart as well as natal aspects that are being affected by other planets.

Examples With Other Cards

Pentacles: With the two, unexpected cooperation, the ten indicates a financial legacy, a lump sum or gift that is enough to make a difference. Cups: With the ace, two and three, happy times to be had. Judgement: An answer from the Gods.

To Help Yourself or Give Advice To Clients

Fate and destiny are two words frequently thrown around when this card is pulled; neither science nor religion can tell us whether we have any free will at all. Although it is probably best to believe that we do.

Lapis Lazuli

Common Associations

The element fire. The colour royal blue. The psychic ability of telepathy. The stones lapis lazuli and sapphire

 

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