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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Debacle. Tyranny. Disaster. Self-destruction. Violent temper. Embarrassment. Obstacle. Infertility. |
 | 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. Justice: Harmony. Balanced conduct. Equity. Righteousness. Virtue. Honor. Virginity. Sincere desire. Good intentions. Firmness of character. Advice. Self-satisfaction. The eventual outcome, whether favorable or unfavorable, will truly be fair for the person concerned. Equilibrium. Poise. Impartiality. Capability of perceiving temptation and avoiding evil. A person who responds favorably to the good nature of others. A considerate person. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Benefit. Profit. Temporary gain. Improvement. Passing success. Momentary advantage. Temporary favor. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Hanged Man, when reversed: Lack of sacrifice. Unwillingness to make the necessary effort. failure to give one's self. Preoccupation with the ego. False prophecy. Useless sacrifice. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Two of Cups (Love), when reversed: Unsatisfactory love. False friendship. Troubled relationship. Divorce. Separation. Crossed desires. Opposition. Disunion. Misunderstanding. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Seven of Swords (Futility): New plans. Wishes. Fortitude. Perseverance. Hope. Confidence. Fantasy. Design. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The High Priest: Mercy. Kindness. Goodness. Forgiveness. Inspiration. Compassion. Servitude. Overt reserve. Captivity to one's own ideas. Tendency to cling to ideas and principles even if outdated. A person to whom one has recourse. Conformity. A religious r spiritual leader. A person with a sense of historical importance. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Nine of Cups (Happiness), when reversed: Mistakes. Material loss. Imperfections. Misplaced truth. False freedom. Opposition. Differences. Dispute. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. King of Cups: Responsibility and creativity. Learned person. Professional. Business person. Lawyer. Religious person. Scientist. A considerate person, kindly, reliable and liberal in manner. Artist. Interest in the arts and sciences. Generosity. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Ace of Pentacles: Perfection. Attainment. Prosperity. Felicity. Great wealth. riches. Bliss. Ecstasy. Gold. Valuable coins or artifacts. Treasures. The combination of material and spiritual prosperity. |
