The Chariot Tarot Card Meaning

When the Chariot appears, some form of battle is going on, either on the outside or within the person; energy is high.

Symbolism in the Chariot Tarot Card

The symbolism within this card may have originally related to the old Roman custom of the triumph being awarded to a successful general. For instance, when Alfonso the Great of Aragon made his State entry into conquered Naples in 1443, he was enthroned on a triumphal carriage drawn by four white horses with a canopy of gold over his head.

The Chariot in a Tarot Reading

This is a card of force and strength. Also, being the number seven, it represents security and safety. A reading including this card may indicate success and triumph over difficulties. Someone who is willing to assert themselves in order to fulfil ambitions and these may involve travel or exploration. Perhaps the querent has recently taken up some project but it has proved to be a lot more difficult than expected and they are looking for reassurance that the course chosen is the right one. Also, despite that they are strong-willed and courageous, there is someone who is perhaps trying to get them to change their mind about something, or to pull out. They will need to be strong to resist the pull of such a person. They need to be in control of their life, and in this, they need to be one hundred per cent certain about what they are doing.

The Chariot Tarot Card and Travel

 The Chariot suggests that thoughts are on far-off places. If this might be expensive, one way or another, the money to pay for this journey will be found. Maybe they will have to cut back in some areas so they can enjoy themselves in others. If so, they will be quite sensible about it. The querent knows what they want and what it takes to get it. They're being practical and organised when it comes to certain financial areas and because of this, it looks as if travel is a strong possibility. Certainly movement is on the cards when the Chariot appears. It could be too that someone who was born under the sign Cancer will be important. It could possibly be that changes are ahead and these will involve this person. Possibly within the next seven weeks or seven months, there will be some travel, or an important trip or journey that has links with the family.

 The Chariot Tarot Card's Reversed Meaning

When the Chariot is reversed, energy is being wasted. Emotions are getting in the way of common sense. Imagine a vehicle attempted to move forward in mud but is merely spinning wheels. That'ss how it feels when this card turns up reversed in a spread. There will be troubles and difficulties and possible defeat. In conclusion, this card is often associated with a time of hard work and struggle. A time when the querent doesn't know whether they're coming or going. The reason they accept the situation so easily is because it's something they've chosen for themselves. They won't mind putting in all the hard work because the rewards will make the effort well worth it.