The Fool
Major arcana, number 0
Upright
A new beginning and open-hearted adventure — the courage to take a first step before the plan is finished.
Reversed
Recklessness, or hesitation that has gone too far — do the minimum reality check before you leap.
| Arcana | Major |
|---|---|
| Number | 0 |
How to read this
- The 22 major arcana speak of the large movements; the 56 minor arcana speak of the specific events inside them. Noticing which one you drew tells you the scale.
- A minor card is read by combining suit and number: the suit says which area of life, the number says which stage within it.
- Reversed is less an opposite than the same force blocked or overdone. Before flipping the meaning, look at where that force is actually going.
- A card is a picture of the present situation, not a fixed future. The same card reads differently depending on what you asked.
Frequently asked questions
Q. What does the tarot card The Fool mean?
Upright: A new beginning and open-hearted adventure — the courage to take a first step before the plan is finished.
Q. What does The Fool mean reversed?
Recklessness, or hesitation that has gone too far — do the minimum reality check before you leap.
Q. Where does The Fool sit in the deck?
Major arcana, number 0