Strength is positioned as the eleventh card of the Major Arcana, symbolizing the mastery achieved after the Wheel of Fortune has tested the querent’s fate. This card represents the moment when one manages to subdue the negative energies in life, consolidating possibilities and projects. The symbol of this arcana is the inner drive that moves the spirit.
Interpreting the Elements of the Card
The central image of the Strength card features the silhouette of a woman who, with apparent sweetness and subtlety, is taming a fierce lion. This scene represents the mastery over life’s situations, energies, and inner beasts.
The colors of the woman’s attire reveal significant meanings: red symbolizes strength and vitality, while blue represents the intelligence of the spirit. The hat, resembling an infinity symbol, alludes to the dominance of the mind over matter.
This imagery illustrates that knowledge and intellect triumph over instinct, and inner courage and strength overcome chaos and randomness. The woman’s feet firmly planted on the ground signify her will and control over situations.
Strength in Readings: A Symbol of Control and Stability
The Strength card epitomizes moments when one’s willpower is well-constructed, pushing aside randomness to establish stability. In a reading, this card is associated with the dominance of intelligence over all scenarios, the presence of positive energies, and the control of life achieved after overcoming worldly misfortunes.
In a reversed position, it can indicate mental weakness, a lack of decision-making ability, and resistance to situations. It signals insecurity, lack of discipline, and diminished willpower. When this card appears reversed, it suggests seeking advice from friends and being cautious of recent failures to overcome them. It also indicates a lack of progress at work, a dearth of ideas, and significant apathy.
The Strength card can be one of the best indicators in a reading but also a warning when reversed, especially as it relates to the querent’s self-esteem. This can affect various aspects of life, with work being particularly sensitive to this card’s appearance.
Represents: Luck, fortune. Before tempting fate, visualize this card as it brings good luck.
Esoterically, it is associated with the planet Mars. It is the 2 (11= 1+1=2). With the element Fire and the season of Summer.
In numerology, it represents the number 11: It is negative, passive.
Meaning in Three Realms:
- Love Realm: Possesses great vitality and an abundance of energy. You seek to share this quality with your inner circle.
- Money Realm: Be cautious of unexpected or unnecessary expenses! There is a risk of losing money or suffering theft due to lack of interest and care. You have been warned!
- Work Realm: Some people may try to exploit your energy and good disposition, but do not let yourself be overwhelmed as you risk losing energy.
