A key aspect of reading your own tarot is interpreting cards. For a beginner interpreting a single card can be fine, as there are plenty of resources to help you out, however interpreting two or more can be very tricky.
However, if you have been practising single card readings for a while a 2 card spread will be a great introduction into reading multiple cards.
As you’ve found this page, you’re probably wondering how to interpret the The Empress card and Death card together in particular.
The The Empress card and Death have unique qualities and will interact with each other in different ways depending on what kind of reading you are doing.
What does The Empress and Death mean together?
The Empress and Death tarot cards together represent the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. The Empress is the symbol of creation and fertility, while Death is a symbol of endings and transformation. Together, these two cards suggest that everything is constantly changing and that we must let go of the past in order to move forward.
The Empress tarot card suggests that we are in a time of abundance and fertility. This is a time to create and nurture new life. The Death tarot card suggests that it is also a time of big changes and endings. We must be willing to let go of the old in order to make way for the new.
The Empress and Death tarot cards together offer a powerful message about the importance of change. It is only through change that we can grow and evolve. We must be willing to embrace change, even when it is difficult, in order to move forward in our lives.
The meaning of the cards will depend on what kind of reading you are doing and the question you asked the deck. This is a guide covering the general meanings of the cards and how they relate to each other.
Common 2-card spreads
Whilst it’s great to know who these two cards interact with each other, it’s important to note that the meaning will depend on the context of your spread
The most common 2 card spreads I recommend to newer readers are:
- The 2 card cross (otherwise known as “The Fool’s Journey”)
- The 2 card “Yes or No”
“The Fool’s Journey”
Setup: The two card cross is where you place two cards face up, one placed vertically and with one laying horizontally over
Interpretation: The 2 cards represent a “situation” and a “challenge”. The first card will describe the situation you are in with the second horizontal card being the “challenge” crossing you (literally crossing you in this case!)
Reading: Using the overviews in this guide is a great way to start. First, look at the meanings of the 2 cards, and see how they might relate either as your “situation” or “challenge”. Once you have that you can look at the general overview for how the two cards interact with each other.
The benefit of this spread is that it can give clarity when you’re feeling uncertain or anxious. Once you have clarity of thought, and a strong idea of what your challenge is you can find solutions to help your situation
The 2 card “Yes or No”
Setup: The 2 card “Yes or No” is where you place two cards face up side by side, whilst asking your deck a “yes or no” question.
Interpretation: Each card in a tarot deck has a “yes” or a “no” meaning. Look at the meanings of each card, and you will have your answer.
The benefit of this is you get a stronger yes or no compared to a single card draw. You may find you often get a mix of “yes or no”, and this is fine. It simply means there is doubt, or things are not yet clear.
Yes or No meaning
Things are a bit tricky for this combination, as The Empress and Death mean different things. The cards are unsure about your question, or the answer to the question has not yet been decided.
The “Yes” and “No” meanings can differ from reader to reader. The meanings here are based on what I believe are the generally accepted definitions.
What does The Empress mean?
Health: The Empress Tarot card indicates good health, vitality and physical strength. It suggests that you are fertile and able to conceive, and that you will make a good parent.
Finances: The Empress Tarot card signifies financial abundance and prosperity. It suggests that you have the potential to create wealth and that you will be financially successful.
Relationships: The Empress Tarot card suggests that you will have harmonious and loving relationships. It indicates that you are compassionate and caring, and that you will be a good partner.
What does Death mean?
Health: The Death Tarot card means that it is time to make some changes in your health routine. It is time to move on from any unhealthy habits that you have been holding onto. This is a time of rebirth and transformation, so let go of anything that is not serving you anymore. It is also a time to focus on your physical health, so make sure to eat healthy and get plenty of exercise.
Finances: The Death Tarot card means that it is time for a fresh start with your finances. This is a time to let go of any bad spending habits and to start fresh with a new budget. It is also a time to focus on your financial future and to start investing in your future. This is a time of transformation, so use it to your advantage.
Relationships: The Death Tarot card means that it is time to move on from any unhealthy relationships that you have been in. This is a time of rebirth and transformation, so let go of anything that is not serving you anymore. It is also a time to focus on your own happiness and to find someone who truly makes you happy. This is a time of transformation, so use it to your advantage.
Conclusion
Understanding how the meaning of a reading changes once you start involving more than one card can be tricky. This will come with time and practice, however I hope this guide on what your cards might be telling you when you draw The Empress and Death has helped you.
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