Tarot Card Meaning Dictionary · Major Arcana
Strength Strength
The Strength belongs to the Major Arcana among the 78 Rider-Waite tarot cards. 22 cards symbolizing life's major turning points and flow If you drew this card while dealing with that kind of flow, use the meanings below as a reference.
The Symbolism on This Card
The woman in Strength gently closes a lion's jaw with her bare hands. The infinity symbol above her head represents an inexhaustible inner strength, and the flower garland at her waist represents gentleness. It captures true courage — not force that overpowers, but softness that tames.
Upright Meaning
Keywords: Inner strength · Patience · Courage
A card of gentle mastery rather than brute force. Patience and warm courage are what tame a difficult situation right now.
Reversed Meaning
Keywords: Lack of confidence · Impatience
You may be doubting yourself or pushing too hard out of impatience. Rebuild your confidence by handling the small things you know you can do.
Interpretation by Topic
Love An unhurried sincerity is the key that opens the other person's heart.
Money The strength to hold steady is what pays off. Avoid panic-selling or going all in.
Work Even a difficult person or task softens when you meet it with a gentle attitude.
Tarot card readings are reference and entertainment content based on traditional symbolism, and do not predict actual future events.