Which Court Card In Tarot Are You?

Court Cards are a crucial aspect of Tarot readings, reflecting personality traits and characteristics. They provide insight into a person’s thoughts, feelings, and actions, as well as their motivations. Court Cards are one of the four suits in a Tarot deck, each representing different personalities, energies, and archetypes. They are found in both the Major Arcana and the Minor Arcana.

To understand the meanings and interpretations of the court cards, it is essential to intuitively combine their rank and suit. This powerful way to understand who the court cards are and how they can signify is known as intuitive reading. In Tarot, there are 17 cards that represent a specific person, known as court cards.

To find the name of the court character you embody, take a quiz to determine which card represents you or your future partner. The choice between representing you or your future partner depends on your personal preferences.

Discovering which court card most relates to your personality can be an interesting journey. Since 2012, many Tarot readers have been struggling to understand the Tarot’s Court Cards. The first court card to appear in a reading represents you, while the second represents an external party.

In summary, court cards are a powerful tool for understanding a person’s personality and motivations. By combining their suit and court card type, readers can personalize and analyze the qualities of each card to better understand how a selected card might represent one person or another.


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What is a court in cards?

In the context of playing cards, a court card is a face card that represents a king, queen, or jack. It constitutes a fundamental element of a court system.

What are the face cards in tarot deck?
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What are the face cards in tarot deck?

Playing cards have various classifications and designs, including German and Swiss, Italian and Spanish, French and Latin, and Ganjifa. German and Swiss cards have three male face cards per suit, while Italian and Spanish cards have Fante or Sota (Knave), Cavallo or Caballo (Knight), and Re or Rey (King). Italian suited kings are seated, while Spanish suited kings stand. Some Spanish and Portuguese suited patterns replace male knaves with female counterparts.

The Unsun karuta deck has three additional ranks: the “Un”, the “Sun”, and the Dragon. French playing cards replaced the middle male with the Queen, making it Knave or “Jack”, Queen, and King. French suited Kings stand. French and Latin tarot decks have four face cards per suit, with their order being Knave, Knight, Queen, and King. Ganjifa playing cards have two face cards per suit: the king and the vizier.

Modern decks of playing cards may contain Jokers depicting a person, such as a jester or clown, but they are not normally considered face cards. The earliest Jokers, known as Best Bowers, did not depict people until the late 1860s.

What is a court card in tarot?
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What is a court card in tarot?

Tarot cards are a powerful tool for understanding the personality and environment of a seeker. Each deck contains a set of court cards, representing Kings, Queens, Knights, and Pages. These cards represent human beings of different ages, with the King and Queen representing mature or married individuals, the Knight symbolizing youth between 18 and 30, and the Pages representing youth or children.

Tarot professionals interpret these court cards from sixteen different perspectives, focusing on the seeker’s questions and revealing how each personality will address their problems. Each card is a single character, with generalities attributed to them. For example, in the suite of cups, the King represents love, the Queen is helpful, the Knight is hopeless, and the Page is lazy idealist. In the suite of pentacles, the King represents wealth, the Queen is kind and generous, the Knight is handsome, and the Page is happy.

In the suite of swords, the King is discriminate and cold, the Queen is malevolent, the Knight is a manger, and the Page can be duplicitous. In the suite of wands, the King is dynamic, the Queen is insightful, the Knight is excitable, and the Page is overachieving.

When combined, the meaning of each court card reveals the influence on the seeker’s life. Cards facing each other show positive influences, cards facing away show adverse influences, and reverse court cards reveal an undeveloped attribute in the seeker’s personality.

Kings are powerful individuals with vast resources and the ability to get things done. They represent masters, adults who aspire and amaze us at the kingdoms they produce. The King of Pentacles is surrounded by vines and fruits, while the King of Cups is immersed in the ocean with a dolphin and ship in the background. The King of Wands gazes out into the distance, with his sheer confidence giving him the power he needs to be successful.

Queens are mature craftsmen, socialites, culture, and apprentices, representing the caring and extensive portion of our character. They are affiliated with water, meaning they all have an underlying connection with relationships. The Queen of Pentacles has become very knowledgeable of the world and knows the way to obtain money, while the Queen of Cups has gained a great sense of intuition. The Queen of Wands is more self-centered, energetic, and determined, while the Queen of Swords is analytical and introspective.

Knights are represented by action, logistics, communication, religion, and philosophy. They are mounted on horses, symbolizing progress and youth. The Knights are strong, smart, and sometimes unruly, reflecting their age and growing up. They are older versions of the Pages, as they have become more adventurous and demanding more from the world around them.

Pages are messengers who deliver messages, often reflecting inexperience and being childish or child-like. They are task-oriented, dedicated to their projects and belongings, and responsible for their money and belongings. The Page of Pentacles is task-oriented, while the Page of Swords is introverted but has no problem expressing his thoughts and ideas. Both the Page of Cups and Page of Wands are expressive, with the Cups tending to wear their heart on their sleeve and the Wands being more flamboyant.

In summary, the characters of Kings, Queens, Knights, Pages, and Pages represent various aspects of our character, each representing a different aspect of our lives. Each character has its own unique qualities and traits, and understanding these elements can help us navigate the complex world of life.

Is the judge tarot yes or no?

The Justice Tarot card is a powerful tool that encourages us to balance truth and fairness, holding us accountable for our actions. Its interpretation may be more favorable if the other cards in the spread are favorable. In today’s fast-paced world, understanding the Justice card can provide valuable insights into our lives, guiding us towards better decisions and spiritual growth. The card symbolizes balance, fairness, and truth, encouraging us to act with integrity, accept responsibility for our choices, and strive for equity in all aspects of life. Combinations involving the Justice card suggest a need for difficult transitions and inner strength when seeking balance and fairness.

Why is ace the highest card?
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Why is ace the highest card?

The word “ace” originates from the Latin or Old French word “as”, meaning “a single unit”. It was used in the Roman Empire as a small coin and later in popular games throughout Europe, representing the lowest score or value possible. Rolling an “ace” had a negative perception in Medieval England, believed to bring bad luck. However, after the French Revolution, the Ace was promoted to the highest card in the deck, 11 as a symbolic nod to the overthrow of France’s nobility and the rise of the commoner.

In the 17th century, French and English rulers started taxing decks of playing cards to finance ongoing wars. Aces had the largest blank space, so tax officials often used them to print duty tax stamps, usually on the Ace of Spades. In 1765, forging an Ace of Spades became a capital offense resulting in death, leading to many people being hanged for this “crime”. The legacy of marking or decorating the Ace of Spades lives on, with various manufacturers creating unique designs.

Which cards are aces?

An ace is a playing card with the highest value in a deck, consisting of four cards with a single heart, spade, diamond, or club pictured on them. It can also be used to describe an individual’s excellence in a specific skill, such as making homemade jam. In tennis, an ace is a point scored on a missed serve, while in golf, it’s a hole in one. The term “ace” originated from the Latin word “one at dice”, meaning “a unit, one, or a whole”.

Are court cards minor arcana?

The tarot deck consists of 16 court cards, including pages, knights, kings, and queens, which are part of the minor arcana. These cards follow their own system within the four suits, showcasing the energy within the hands of different people. They represent different life stages, with pages as curious children, knights as gung-ho teens or young adults, kings as fully-grown, highly skilled adults, and queens as older and wiser figures who understand life on a deep level. They are not directly related to the ‘pips’ (ace-through-ten cards).

How many court cards are in a deck?
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How many court cards are in a deck?

A deck of 52 cards can be used to play games with near infinite combinations. Red and Black represent day and night, while the colors represent day and night. Each suit has four suits, representing four seasons, 12 months, and 13 Lunar cycles. The total value of the 52 cards, excluding jokers, is 365, equivalent to the number of days per calendar year. A leap year is represented by 366, with another Joker.

To keep your brain sharp during the summer and quarantine, follow the Number Sense blog for more math activities or find a Mathnasium tutor for additional help and information. The sum of the values of the 52 cards and one Joker is 366, representing a leap year.

Is an ace a court card?

The court cards, also referred to as suits from two to ten, j, q, k, and ace court cards, were selected based on their pictographic representations, which led to their designation as “court or royals.”

What are the 4 faces of cards?

A standard deck of playing cards contains 52 cards, comprising four kings, four queens, and four jacks.

What is a court card called?
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What is a court card called?

Court card is a British English noun, referring to a king, queen, or jack of any suit. It is an alternative to face cards and has its origins in the decorative coats worn by the figures depicted. This week’s Learning English blog explores the usage of modal verbs, personal pronouns, and indirect speech in English. It also discusses the differences between direct speech and indirect speech, providing valuable insights for those interested in learning English.


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  • Loved this detailed and beautifully produced teaching article Ramon. A heartfelt thank you for all your time and effort in producing it. It has been a great help to me as like many others, I find the Court Cards can be a bit tricky to read at times. The information on the correspondences and the diagrams used were so helpful too. A big thank you 🙏💕🌺

  • Hello, great job done brother. But I have an observation that I would like you to comment on if you don’t mind. Among all the knights, only the Knight of Swords is wearing a loose helmet, which proves him to be ignorant towards safety, and prone to injury. I feel this changes the tone of the card. It makes him overconfident and aggressive enough to be considered risky. What do you say ?

  • Joe! I NEED THE MAJOR ARCANA article ASAP 😂 ive filled out all of my tarot journal! You really helped it all sink in and make sense after months of trying to get to grips with them! Please let us know when its due so my journal is complete and I can continue my learning journey! Your articles are absolutely amazing! ❤ thank you!

  • Thank you so much for teaching the basics yet fundamental parts of tarot reading. You have explained the lessons in an easily understandable way, especially for a beginner like me. I have been perusal similar articles like these in yt, but they made me more confused. Thank you for the clarity of your lessons. Hoping for the major arcana lesson soon.

  • Mathers wrote a treatise to the tarot entitled “The Tarot, Its Occult Significance, Use in Fortune-Telling, and Method of Play, Etc.” what a mouthful I know And in this writing he actually comments on the queens cup in the marseille decks of the time. He interprets that the queens cup is so much more splendorous than the other courts because cups are the most feminine of the classical elements and queens are the mature feminine archetype. He also comments on how the King of Wands similarly has a wand very similar to the more grandiose wands of the small cards (not the ace but the staff like batons) unlike the other wand courts whose wands more resemble the raw ace. Not sure I agree with this reasoning but I found it interesting enough to share. I found this when I was looking through my reading material the other day, as I received my first marseille deck recently. But yes I think the queens cup is just a holdover from the classical decks where her cup was unusually more fancy. But the other courts cups are also interesting. Like the knights is a deep cup with a wide rim, like a goblet almost

  • Great class. I d prefer the Tarot de Marseilles so I read them somewhat differently. What I get the most from this is your insights to the elements and the symbolism. Even with the TdM interpretations, I do find I look at the courts with the Rider, Waite, Smith deck in mind, especially with regard to the Knights. Keep up your great work; I’ll keep perusal.

  • Thank you so much for these! I was just binge perusal them to get back in touch with taro (used to read it, then lost all my passion) when I saw this came out! Thanks to your website I made the decisions to learn Crowley’s deck too. Got it and Liber T Stars Eternal deck. What’s your thoughts on that deck? I like its Thoth’s Tarot engine with a bit of Waite-Smith-esque scenery for minor arcanas, lovely combination making abstract ideas like “redintegration” more viscerally understandable

  • You are a great teacher, if not the best on YouTube 👍 I got problem with one simple thing, some things you should know from your head and yes, never without understanding. Why is so popular to say you dont have to remember a thing, than you cant learn. Maybe is just me. I like to have some key words in my mind bc than I can easily connect some things and also its easier to have flow of mind without thinking to much, if that make sense. For sure we are diffrent, any other way to learn fast?

  • I have a question for you Mr. Monteleone! I don’t know if you’ve ever had to deal with this, but I’m a fellow reader and when I go online to host a livestream where I offer readings, I always get these weirdos who will try to creep me and the collective out (& I’m not gonna lie, sometimes it works cause they can get dark rofl) what advice would you give to someone having to deal with this? (Aside from the obvious such as blocking/ignoring them because they just make more accounts and it’s starting to affect business for me.) I finally had it this last time and tried to reason with one of those crazies & just said “okay what is it that you’re hoping to accomplish? you will never be able to afflict change in my beliefs using your current method of harassment. So let’s just TALK normally, I’ll listen to your perspective- who knows, maybe I’ll come around to it. But just cut it out with the relentless weird messages & spamming on my live streams writing weird things and trying to shame us— It’s not cool.” But they responded with more scary shit!! Their inability &/or unwillingness to comprehend what I’m saying really leads me to believe that they are just deranged!! are they like casting spells on me from home or something?! 😂 Lmao yes I realize how I sound rn but I am dead ass serious Joe!! Anyways I hope you reply to this! Thanks & have a great rest of your day— from one content creator to another 🙏🏼 dad

  • I always saw the RWS queen of swords, hand gesture to be beconing someone forward. Like there’s an accused before her, yet out of frame, that she’s calling to come forward, for judgement I mean she’s on a throne, she has a sword in hand, she just looks like that image of a Royal which a criminal has been brought before, for some heinous crime Or maybe she’s just holding court and calling forward the next appointment. Doesn’t have to be so dramatic. It could even be either considering we don’t know who she’s beconing forward

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