The Moon is the eighteenth card of Major Arcana Tarot cards. It is a card of imagination, intuition, dreams, and unconsciousness. The Moon tarot reminds us that things aren’t always as they seem to be. It also encourages us to connect with our intuition and subconscious mind and allow it to shed light on our path to completion.
The Moon tarot card visual depiction and symbolism
There is a large full moon in the nightly sky, positioned between two massive towers that stand in the distance. Between the towers, we see a path leading into the mountains far, far away. On either side of the course stands a wolf and a dog gazing into the sky. They are accompanied by a crayfish that is crawling out of the water into the path.
- The Moon represents imagination, intuition, and unconsciousness.
- The illuminated path encourages us to trust our intuition when there is no other guidance available to show us the way.
- The two large towers on each side represent the forces of good and evil. Their similar appearance is a reminder that their differences are often indistinguishable to us humans.
- The crayfish, dog, and wolf highlight our animalistic nature. On the one hand, we are civilized, but then again, we come from the wild.
Although these events take place at night, the surroundings of the animals are bright and easily seen. The Moon shines to guide the animals down the path.
The Moon Keywords
Until we move forward with the Moon tarot card’s meanings in love, money, and health, let’s look at the keywords of this card.
Upright Keywords: Illusion, anxiety, subconscious, intuition
Reversed Keywords: Exposed Secrets, finding the truth, conquering issues, gaining clarity.
The Moon Tarot Card Meaning – Upright
The Moon tarot card can be telling us a few different things. Firstly it is a card of illusion, which means that what you see is not always what you get. The Moon alerts you from accepting things as they seem to be, so avoid making fast conclusions when it appears.
Secondly, it can encourage you to give room for your imagination and trust your intuition to push forward. Just light the Moon’s light guides the animals in the night, you should allow your intuition to bring you clarity and understanding.
Thirdly, the Moon can also signify that you are projecting fear from your past experiences into your present and future. You should connect with your subconscious mind and release any fears or anxieties holding you back.
Love and Relationships
As the Moon is also a card of illusion, it can signify deception. However, don’t jump to quick conclusions if you see it in your reading. Remember that things are not always as they seem to be, and therefore you should have all the facts on the table before you make these conclusions.
If you are in a relationship, it can indicate that you may be feeling uncertain or insecure. It can suggest that your relationship appears perfect from the outside. Still, there might be another story under the surface where no one else sees. Open discussion about these insecurities with your partner can lead to a healthy relationship that is what it looks like.
For those who are single, the Moon can remind them that everything is not always as it seems to be. Be aware that everyone’s intentions are not always as honorable as they seem, and be cautious before making yourself vulnerable to others.
Money and Career
When the Moon tarot card is connected to money and career, it can signify confusion or even deception.
You may not have a clear understanding of your goals in your professional life and which direction you should go towards. In times like these, you should focus on trusting your intuition. Just like the Moon illuminates the path into the distance, let your intuition guide your way.
On the other hand, some things at work may not be as they seem to be, and misunderstandings are common. Therefore communicating yourself clearly and avoiding quick conclusions is especially important when the Moon shows up.
When it comes to money, the Moon signals that right now may not be the best time to make any significant investments or other financial decisions. At least make sure you have all information at hand before you make decisions. The Moon reminds us that things are not always as they seem to be, so make sure to dig deep and ask questions. This way, you can avoid surprises.
Health and Spirituality
The Moon may be telling you to trust your intuition concerning your health. If you feel you have any issues, go get a check-up to let your mind at ease. The Moon can also indicate health issues relating to the menstrual cycle or being affected by a hormonal imbalance somehow.
The Moon is a very spiritual card as it is a card of intuition. It encourages you to connect with your mind to uncover insights and visions that lay in your unconsciousness. This is a time to pay attention to your dreams and thoughts because they may be telling you something important. Meditation, rituals, or even Tarot readings can be helpful when tapping into your mind.
The Moon Tarot Card Meaning – Reversed
When the Moon card is reversed in a Tarot reading, it can symbolize a couple different things. Firstly, it can signify that secrets or lies are being exposed. It may be a deception that gets exposed in your relationships, or it may be a self-deception that you can’t hide anymore.
On the other hand, it can signify that you will soon find clarity to issues or questions you’ve been experiencing. This can mean that you are ready to face the problems that have been holding you back. Or, if there has been uncertainty with something the Moon reversed indicates, you will get clarity on the matter soon.
Love and Relationships
The reversed love meaning can suggest that confusion or deception is in the air. Perhaps you have been fooling yourself or your partner about the current state of the relationship. It is not always that deception has wicked motivations but can even be done to spare the other person’s emotions. It might sound easier to bury your own feelings deep inside yourself to avoid uncomfortable situations, but this won’t work in the long run. Eventually, these emotions will surface, and you will need to deal with them head-on.
Money and Career
The Moon reversed can indicate that your career path will become more apparent, and uncertainties around it will move away. However, it can also mean that some issues in the work environment will surface. Misunderstandings and poor communication are usually the underlying reason behind them. So to obtain clarity, it will be best to encourage everyone to open communication.
When it comes to money, the reversed Moon can indicate finding clarity about your financial situation and your financial goals. That is in the best-case scenario. However, as the reversed Moon is also a card of unveiling secrets, be careful with any financial decisions you make. You need to understand the risks involved, and you should also listen to your intuition. If something sounds too good to be true, it usually is.
Health and Spirituality
If you are experiencing any health problems, now is the time to face them head-on. Don’t wait any longer to see a doctor. The Reversed Moon tarot card will provide you with the energy you need to move forward and take the right path. Look also into self-help options for improving your health. Exercise and healthy nutrition are always excellent choices.
In a spiritual context, The Moon reversed can indicate that you are gaining clarity with your spiritual connection. You might have been ignoring or misinterpreting the messages the universe has been sending you. Trust your inner guidance and intuition. The answers often already lie inside you.
The Moon tarot card Yes or No
Generally, the Moon in yes or no related queries is a NO. Whenever it shows up, you should be alerted that things are not as they seem to be. Therefore, you should practice caution. It encourages you to seek all the facts and finally listen to your intuition before making significant decisions.
The Moon tarot card Combinations
When combined with other Tarot cards, the Moon isn’t usually a positive card to receive. It adds confusion and alerts the seeker to be aware of possible illusions taking place.
The Moon and The Chariot
When the Moon lands on the table next to the Chariot, it suggests that you are walking towards triumph and achieving your goal, but it might not be what you expect. The reality of it might be very different than you think. It might also suggest that you are focusing your determination on the wrong things. Look for the other cards on the spread to find clarity.
The Moon and the World
The World is a card of fulfillment, harmony, completion. On the contrary, the Moon signifies fear, anxiety, confusion. It is as if they are the opposing cards in that sense. But the Moon also encourages us to tap into our intuition and let it light our way. Therefore, I would read this as a calling to letting your intuition light your way, allowing you to move away from all fear and anxiety. The World awaits you with its harmony and completion.
The Moon – Element, Astrology and other associations
Here are the associations with the Moon tarot card.
- Element: Water
- Planet: Neptuno
- Astrology: Pisces
- Key dates: February and March
The Moon tarot card as a personality
If you are a person with The Moon personality, you are imaginative, mysterious, spiritual, and creative. Acting or storytelling most likely comes naturally to you. You might be hard to read for people on the outside and therefore seem mysterious. Spirituality is also a substantial part of you, and therefore, Tarot reading could come naturally to you.
The Moon tarot card as feelings
As feelings, the Moon is full of confusion, instability, and even dishonesty. If you seek how someone feels about you and the Moon tarot card shows up, be aware that things are most likely not as they seem to be. Tap into your intuition before you commit yourself fully to their feelings.
General questions of the Moon tarot card
Finally, let’s summarize some general questions that are connected with the Moon tarot card.
What does the Moon tarot card mean?
The Moon tarot reminds us that things aren’t always as they seem to be. It represents illusion, anxiety, subconsciousness, intuition, and deception.
What does the Moon tarot card reversed mean?
When the Moon is reversed, it can mean that secrets or lies are being exposed. It can also mean that you will soon find clarity to issues or questions you’ve been experiencing.
What does the Moon tarot card mean in a love reading?
In a love reading, the Moon tarot card signifies that emotions are likely complicated at this time. It can point to uncertainties, insecurities, or even deception.
Is the Moon a Yes or No tarot card?
The Moon in yes or No readings is a NO. It alerts you that things are not as they seem to be.