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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Five of Pentacles (Worry), when reversed: Reversal of bad trend. New interests, Overcoming disharmony in marriage or love. |
 | The card visible at the center of the cross represents the obstacle that stands in your way - it may even be something that sounds good but is not actually to your benefit. King of Pentacles, when reversed: Corruption. Using any means to achieve the desired end. Vice. Avarice. Unfaithfulness. An old and vicious man. Peril. Danger. Thriftlessness. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Four of Pentacles (Power), when reversed: Setbacks in material holdings. Obstacles. Opposition to further gain. Suspense and delay. Spendthrift. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Six of Swords (Science), when reversed: Stalemate. Unwanted proposal. No immediate solution to present difficulties. Confession. Declaration. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Chariot: Perseverance. Major effort. Possible voyage or journey. Rushing to decision. Riding the crest of success or popularity. Adversity, possibly already overcome. Turmoil. Vengeance. Need for supervision. Need for attention to details. Urgency to gain control of one's emotions. This card suggests that one can achieve greatness when physical and mental powers are maintained in balance. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Eight of Pentacles (Prudence): Apprenticeship. Craftsmanship. A person who learns quickly. Candor. Frankness. Modesty. Handiwork. Personal effort. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Queen of Cups, when reversed: Inconsistency of honor. Possible immorality. Dishonesty. Unreliability. Vice. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The High Priestess: Wisdom. Sound judgment. Knowledge. Learning. Serenity. Objectivity. Penetration. Education. Foresight. Intuition. Perception. Hidden emotion. Purity. Virtue. Apparent emotionlessness. Lack of patience. Platonic relationships. Teacher. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: Duplicity. Falsehood. Misrepresentation. Disloyalty. Dishonor. Treachery. False friends. Lies. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Empress, when reversed: Vacillation. Inaction. Lack of interest. Lack of concentration. Indecision. Delay in accomplishment or progress. Anxiety. Frittering away of resources. Loss of material possessions. Infertility. Infidelity. Vanity. |
