The World

The World card is the 22nd Major Arcana cards in a tarot deck, typically numbered XXI (21). It represents the culmination of a journey and signifies completion, fulfillment, and the attainment of a significant goal. The card usually features a naked figure, often depicted as a woman, dancing within a wreath or laurel. The figure represents a state of completion and harmony. The circular wreath symbolizes wholeness, eternity, and cycles. It suggests that the journey has come full circle. In each corner of the card, there are typically four symbols: a lion, an ox, an eagle, and a man. These are associated with the four fixed signs of the zodiac (Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, and Aquarius). They represent the four elements and the four directions, signifying balance and universality. The central figure often holds two wands or batons, symbolizing balance and the union of opposites.

When drawn upright, the World card signifies the successful conclusion of a major phase or project. It suggests that you have achieved their goals and is now enjoying the fruits of their labor. There may be a sense of satisfaction and achievement. It indicates that you feel complete and whole. It could also mean the harmonization of different aspects of life. You have integrated various experiences and lessons. It can also suggest physical travel or a journey, often indicating international travel or a significant move.

When drawn in reverse, the World card can suggest a sense of stagnation or feeling stuck. You may feel that you are unable to complete a project or reach a goal. There could be unfinished business or a sense of something being left unresolved. Furthermore, obstacles or delays in achieving goals. It may indicate that you need to be patient or put in more effort.

Key Traits: Completion, fulfillment's, integration, and travel.

Key Traits (reversed): Stagnation, obstacles, delay in goals, the need to put in more effort or have patience.