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What does The Emperor tarot card mean?

TAROT cards can be used to help people understand their past, present, and future.

Whether you're reading tarot for yourself or you're watching video readings on YouTube or TikTok based on your zodiac sign, you'll want to know what it means if The Emperor card is pulled.

The Emporer, as depicted by Biddy Tarot
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The Emporer, as depicted by Biddy Tarot

What does The Emperor tarot card mean?

The Emperor is essentially the father archetype of .

He represents authority, structure, and unity.

He also represents rules, trustworthiness, and confidence.

If you pull this card, it is generally a call to action.

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Depending on where it's drawn in your tarot card spread, The Emperor can represent that you have, will, or currently are being asked to step up to the plate and lead your team.

Whether this means at work, in love, in familial matters, or in general is up to you and the answer you seek when you begin your reading.

The Emperor may tell you that action is needed, but it can also be a reassurance that you're on your A-game.

Further, The Emperor card can tell you that you should be more confident in what you're doing.

He symbolizes balancing emotions, which could serve you well in any part of your life.

He also shows that he rules with knowledge and wisdom, representing that you'll soon master a certain topic if you're willing to work for it.

What does The Emperor card mean reversed?

Like all tarot cards, The Emperor means something different when drawn upside down or reversed.

If you pull the card and it comes out upside down, it could mean that there is a negative person in your life.

This can be another person, a boss, a father figure, a partner, or even yourself.

The card sometimes means you might need to stand up to authority to get your life back on track.

It can also mean that you're personally being too negative, manipulative, or immature or that you're abusing your power.

What is the symbolism of The Emperor card?

The Emperor is the fourth card in the Major Arcana.

The number four stands for the four seasons, which can mean that you're about to enter the next one in your life.

The Emperor represents the father figure of the Tarot
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The Emperor represents the father figure of the TarotCredit: Handout

There are four legs on a chair and four walls in a room, so it can also symbolize security and support when you need it most.

The Emperor sits on a stone throne, representing authority and leadership.

The rams, which are carved into the throne, represent Aries.

Aries is the God of war and represents leadership, courage, and aggressive behavior.

The scepter in The Emperor's right hand represents masculinity, which is balanced out by the orb in his right hand, which represents femininity.

Finally, The Emperor has a white beard, meaning he has gained the knowledge and wisdom of growing old.

Does The Emperor card mean yes or no in tarot?

If you're doing a yes or no tarot reading, The Emperor typically means that the answer is yes.

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However, remember what we've learned about The Emperor.

It may be a yes, but your hard work may be required.

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