Major vs Minor Arcana in Tarot Love Readings

Both major arcana and minor arcana tarot love cards are equally important in love relationship tarot reading, although different by nature. People may become confused between the two because of their similar meanings. But whereas major tarot cards dominate the overall dynamics of a relationship, the minor arcana tarot love cards give more maneuverability in resolving challenges and recognizing opportunities.

The appearance of minor love cards right next to their master major arcana cards can change the whole meaning of the love tarot reading.

“In the I Am One Tarot system, Major Arcana cards act as master energies that influence their corresponding number cards.” For example, the Lovers - 6, The Unity, and The Devil - 15, The Thinker are major arcana cards that control all number 6 minor arcana tarot cards. Therefore, any number 6 right next to the Lovers - Unity and Devil - Thinker is super meaningful and important to the current relationship reading.

What Major Arcana Means in Love Readings

Major arcana tarot cards are mostly an indication of a broader life force in relation to the subject. Like spiritual or even karmic dynamics, especially when The Death - 13 The Renewer and Wheel Of Fortune - 10 The Royal-Maze cards are connected.

The Moon - 18 The Reacter indicates a repeated pattern in love relationships.

The Temperance - 14 The Reverser indicates a turning point in dynamics, whereas balance and harmony are required from both participants during the time of transition.

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What Minor Arcana Shows in Love & Relationships

The minor arcana tarot cards are more informative by nature and reveal more details of the subject matter. Each of the 4 suits of life elements highlights the area of dominance and the day-to-day dynamics of the love & relationships tarot reading.

• Swords - Curved Blade - Communication

• Cups - Pear Of Tears - Emotions

• Wands - Two-Headed Serpents - Spirituality & energy.

• Pentacles - Stone Of Age - Physical action.

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When Major + Minor Appear Together

The major arcana tarot cards set the tone and provide an overview of the relationship as it is.

The minor arcana tarot cards show the details of how the love relationship plays out.

An example:

The Lovers - 6 Unity tarot card in a love reading, shows up with 6 Cups - 6 Pear of Tears, would be the ideal relationship of all time! The dynamics of this specific unity are confirmed as successful. That's the best one can get.

On the contrary:

The Devil - 15 The Thinker in a love reading, shows up 8 Swords - 8 Curved blades, would be one of the worst relationships. The dynamics of a possible divorce or dependencies are met with misunderstanding and even mental interference.

How I Use This in My Tarot Readings

So, as you can see from the above examples, love & relationship tarot reading can get very intense at times. But even in the best or worst scenarios, there is always a way to maneuver through the presented challenges. Don't think for a moment that the best love relationship comes with no challenge because it does!

I created the I Am One tarot deck to gain a better understanding of our time and age, as the conventional tarot decks are mostly rooted in the past. And during the last 30 years of reading these cards, I have come to realize that love by itself doesn't make a good relationship work. Just like a beautiful garden, it required daily care, tending, and nourishment for it to be so great.

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FAQ

• Is the Major Arcana more important than the Minor?

  No. They are equally important.

• What if I keep seeing the same Major Arcana card?

  There’s something important about this card that’s asking for your attention.

• Can Minor Arcana predict relationship outcomes?

  Minor arcana will point to the areas of conflict or agreement. The outcome is up to us.