The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card Meanings

Tarot card - Wheel of FortuneThe Wheel of Fortune Says: “The Wheels of Fate are Turning”

 

Big changes are in the air when The Wheel of Fortune shows up in your tarot card reading! This Major Arcana card represents luck, karma, and major turning points.

Just like the seasons, the wheel of fate always continues to turn. The changes might be good or they might be challenging, either way, we cannot stop the forward motion. Typically, The Wheel of Fortune is associated with good luck, so if you’ve been struggling with something, your challenges are coming to an end.

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    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card Explained

    Fate and destiny are about to kick in so get ready for some major changes. This can apply to your romantic relationships, career, health, or any other subject you are delving into with your tarot card reading.

    Our lives are made up of a series of cycles, and The Wheel of Fortune makes an appearance when one cycle is about to end so that another one can begin. One thing we know for sure is that things always change.

    The Wheel of Fortune is generally associated with good luck, but if it appears in the reverse, it’s suggesting that you’re resisting change. Or maybe you’ve got yourself stuck in an endless cycle of repeating patterns. Sometimes even “bad luck” leads to positive change, we just can’t see it until afterward.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card in Your Past

    You just went through a major change or shift in your life that set you on a new path or direction. In the past position, The Wheel of Fortune often indicated some kind of tumultuous change like a divorce, changing jobs, a major relocation or even a serious health issue. In any case, these major changes are still affecting you and have made a great impact on the person you are today.

    The Wheel of Fortune in Reverse in the Past

    It’s really important to consider the surrounding cards when you are interpreting The Wheel of Fortune. Major Arcana cards in particular, represent long term energetic influences because they directly deal with huge personal transformations. If this card shows up in the reverse position in the past, you may have been resisting change, which has now left you in a difficult situation.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card in Your Present

    It’s time to celebrate! The Wheel of Fortune in the present position means luck is on your side! You are about to have a wonderful stroke of luck or swift resolution to your problems. Because this card deals with karma, these changes often deal with long term challenges within relationships or personal struggles and challenges. And if your life has been smooth sailing, The Wheel of Fortune doesn’t predict disaster, but rather asks you to appreciate what you have.

    The Wheel of Fortune in Reverse in the Present

    You never know where on the wheel you will land – on the top or on the bottom – so be sure to express gratitude when fortune is on your side. If The Wheel of Fortune appears in the reverse, it’s asking you to surrender to change. Resistance will only cause more problems because the cycles of life and change are something we can never control.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card in the Future

    Your life is about to get exciting! The Wheel of Fortune is in your future position, which means that big changes are underfoot. Depending on the focus of your tarot card reading, whatever intentions you have set in motion and have been working toward are about to manifest in a positive way. We can’t predict how things will unfold, but as long as you remain flexible your outcome is likely to be very positive.

    The Wheel of Fortune in Reverse in the Future

    In the reversed position, The Wheel of Fortune doesn’t necessarily indicate bad luck. The card is advising you that there will be an opportunity for change in the future, and if you do not seize it, you may be doomed to repeat the same cycles endlessly. Don’t resist the change when it comes your way. On the other hand, if you have been in what seems like endless change and transition, a reversed Wheel of Fortune may be suggesting that this will finally be coming to an end.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card in Love and Romance

    Are you single right now and looking for love? Well, the Wheel of Fortune is about to bring a big transformation into your life. An old karmic cycle is ending and a new cycle is beginning, so if you have been solitary, you might just meet that someone special in the near future.

    If you’re already committed, your relationship will be put to the test. This can be a great opportunity to strengthen your bond as you face challenges together. Change brings realizations and opportunities, so look for new doors opening.

    The Reversed Wheel of Fortune in Romance

    Your love life might be feeling like it’s spinning out of control when The Wheel of Fortune presents in your tarot card reading. There are external events that are affecting your relationship and there is no point in trying to control it. Rather, remain flexible and look for opportunities in change.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card and Your Career

    Your career is about to make a huge shift for the better, just be sure to remain open to change. Opportunities don’t always present in obvious ways and sometimes even look like challenges. The universe works in mysterious ways, and since The Wheel of Fortune is a card associated with karmic change, you might not realize how it will all play out in the end. Surrender to the forces of change and luck will be on your side.

    The Reversed Wheel of Fortune in Career

    The definition of insanity is trying the same thing that doesn’t work over and over again. Are you trying to force old solutions to new problems at work? Change can present in many different forms, and even if you aren’t able to see the big picture or understand completely how it will work out, try to be open-minded to new ideas and strategies. The Wheel of Fortune in reverse is pointing out that you’ll keep going in circles if you don’t.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card and Your Friends

    You might have friends suddenly moving away, getting married, or having some kind of major transformational event that affects your friendship. Although these changes can feel overwhelming, trust in the universe that it is for the best. With every door that closes, a new one opens.

    You may be meeting new people and expanding your social circle that brings you to new places in your life. The Wheel of Fortune is a card of destiny, good fortune, and turning points. When you accept the cycles of life the universe will bring you blessings.

    The Reversed Wheel of Fortune and Friends

    Your friendships have become a bit chaotic. External forces have been affecting your relationships and change is around the corner. Don’t resist it. The wheel of change can’t be stopped. Instead, try to be adaptable and even if it feels unwelcome at first.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card and Your Money

    If you have been struggling financially, your luck is about to change. Expect a surprise bonus or opportunity that leads to financial reward. On the other hand, if you can put some money aside, go ahead and do so, because The Wheel of Fortune is bringing some big changes to your life. When you are prepared for change, you can easily go with the flow. Preparation and flexibility will allow you to embrace change without struggle.

    The Reversed Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card and Money

    Prepare for unexpected changes as best you can. The Wheel of Fortune in reverse can bring sudden and  “unlucky” events, so preparedness is the key right now. Don’t make any risky investments at this time.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card and Your Health

    Because The Wheel of Fortune is a card of good luck, you’re likely to enjoy good health. However, this Major Arcana card is also a card of change, so whatever the issue is that you are exploring in your tarot card reading, expect sudden changes. They may not always be easy, but they will be for the better in the end. If you have been dealing with an ongoing illness, you are about to find some relief.

    The Reversed Wheel of Fortune in Health

    Don’t let the chaos of your environment take a toll on your health. You may not be able to control the things happening around you, but you can always control how you respond. Nurture your body to maintain optimal health.

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card and Your Spiritual Journey

    The cycles of karma are all around us. The Wheel of Fortune returns to us what we put out into the world, so remain in your high vibrations and practice affirmations that will keep you aligned with your abundance. Stay open to new ideas and revelations. They may bring you blessings that you had not foreseen.

    The Wheel of Fortune in Reverse and Spirituality

    You might feel like karma is working against you right now with The Wheel of Fortune in reverse. Remain positive and reinforce your spiritual connection. You are undergoing a test of faith.

    The Symbology of The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card

    The Wheel of Fortune is a very mystical card that is full of symbolism. The letters “T-A-R-O” are inscribed on the wheel, and in reverse, they spell “R-O-T-A” which means “wheel” in Latin. On the same wheel, we see the let letters “YHVH” in the between spaces, the Hebrew letters for “God.” Four fixed signs of the zodiac hold down each of the four corners of the card, symbolizing stability in the face of inevitable change.

    Keywords for The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card

      • Good fortune
      • Karma
      • Change
      • Turning point

     

    The Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card Associations

    Element: Fire

    Astrology: Jupiter

    As a Yes or No question: Yes!

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    Article Info

    Date: Mar 02, 2015
    Amelie Rose Estrela is a gifted psychic and lead author for tarot-explained. She has written many articles on a variety of topics within the spirituality niche, including Psychics & Mediums, Tarot & Angel Readings, Love & Relationships, Spells & Magic and Astrology & Horoscopes (the topic of her e-book).