Temperance tarot card
Deck:
Major Arcana

Temperance

Card 14

Temperance represents balance, moderation, and the patient blending of opposing forces to create something greater than the sum of its parts.

ElementFire
ZodiacSagittarius
Yes/NoYes
balancemoderationpatiencepurposeharmony

Card Description

An angel stands with one foot on land and one in water, representing the balance between the material and the spiritual. They pour water between two cups, symbolizing the flow and blending of life forces. A path leads to a golden crown on the horizon, suggesting that patience and balance lead to enlightenment. Irises grow by the water, representing wisdom and hope.

Temperance Reversed

Reversed, Temperance indicates imbalance, excess, lack of long-term vision, or forcing things that need time to develop naturally.

Temperance in Love

Temperance in love speaks to patience and balance. A relationship is developing at the right pace. Do not rush it. The blending of two lives requires care and time. Practice compromise and meet your partner halfway.

Temperance in Career

In career, Temperance suggests a moderate approach will yield the best results. Avoid extremes. Find the balance between ambition and well-being. Collaborative projects that blend different skills are especially favored.

Temperance in Spirituality

Spiritually, Temperance is about integrating all aspects of yourself. Blend your light and shadow, your ambition and surrender, your doing and being. The middle path is not boring; it is wise.

The Card's Advice
Find the middle way. Patience and moderation will take you further than any extreme.

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