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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Two of Wands (Dominion), when reversed: Sadness. Trouble. Restraint caused by others. Loss of faith. Unexpected surprise. |
 | 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. The Chariot, when reversed: To be unsuccessful. Defeat. Failure. At the last minute to lose something otherwise within grasp. Sudden collapse of plans. Vanquishment. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Knight of Wands, when reversed: Discord. Interruption. Unexpected change. Quarreling. Breakup of personal relationships. Rupture. Discontinuance. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. 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 at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Eight of Pentacles (Prudence): Apprenticeship. Craftsmanship. A person who learns quickly. Candor. Frankness. Modesty. Handiwork. Personal effort. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Debacle. Tyranny. Disaster. Self-destruction. Violent temper. Embarrassment. Obstacle. Infertility. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Five of Pentacles (Worry): Material trouble. Destitution. Loss. Failure. Error. Impoverishment. Lover. Misaffection. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Four of Swords (Truce): Respite. Rest after illness. Repose. Replenishment. Solitude. Exile. retreat. Temporary seclusion. Abandonment. |
 | 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. Page of Pentacles: Deep concentration and application. Study. Scholarship. Reflection. Respect for knowledge. Desire for learning and new ideas. A do-gooder. Bearer of news. |
