The Emperor tarot card: Meaning of the 4th arcana, interpretation in fortune telling, combination with other cards

The Emperor provides patronage to the querent, providing support in achieving all the intended goals. The Major 4th Arcana of the Tarot Emperor usually symbolizes a mature, powerful man with a high social status. In a broader sense, the card means stability in the present and confidence in the future. In addition, the Arcana symbolizes: boundaries and agreements, saving acquired property, maintaining and strengthening power.

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Archetypes and Analogues

Common names for this card: Emperor of the Tarot, 4th Arcana, the Emperor, Master, Architect of the Universe.

Power, Authority, Form.
Throne, Gern.
4, path 28, Tsade (from Yesod to Netzach, from Foundation to Strength).
Astrological analogue: Aries, Sun in Capricorn.
Occult meaning – incarnation.
Father gods: Yahweh, Wotan (Odin), Zeus. Kronos. Patriarchs and progenitors.
As a negative example of the archetype – the emperor from “Star Wars” or Darth Vader in the guise of a father.
The Roman Empire at its height.
Gallery of Emperor cards from 50 different decks.

Graphic symbols of the map

The Emperor is the personification of power, confidence, authority and order. It is awareness, the ability to control oneself, and sometimes to sacrifice one’s own desires for the benefit of those who are in a dependent position.

Classic image. In classic tarot decks, the Emperor is depicted as a gray-haired ruler sitting on a throne. His gaze conveys both tension and strength, and in his hands are symbols of power – a scepter and orb, and on his head is a golden crown.

Static sitting posture – is a symbol of restraint and down-to-earthness, the Emperor has no right to live at the mercy of feelings.
Red clothes – are the personification of power, nobility and the highest origin.
The Golden Orb is a symbol of the power of reason over emotions and a sign of the earthly origin of this power.
The Golden Scepter Ankh – is a symbol of the endless whirlpool of life. And also a hint of the owner’s physical strength.
The Imperial Crown is a symbol of imperial power and dominance. In addition, it indicates the legitimacy of the existing power.
Ram heads – are a symbol of perseverance, firmness of intentions and the ability to make difficult decisions in any situation.
The Gray Carved Throne – sanity, life in the power of reason.
Armor on the legs – strong position, protection in the most vulnerable places.
Orange background color – is a symbol of vital energy and activity.
Mountain peaks–are goals yet to be conquered during his reign.

General meaning of the map

The meaning of the upright and inverted card

Direct map

Usually the Emperor indicates the participation of some determining force in the current life situation. Quite often it indicates a specific person of the corresponding social status. In rare cases it can speak of the help of your heavenly patron. In addition, the arcana indicates high social status, public recognition, ability to negotiate and control of common sense over emotions.

Man. One of the most common aspects of the map. Usually it indicates a man with a very specific character, who will somehow influence the querent and the current situation. Further in the corresponding section we will consider a detailed description of his character.
Favorable outcome. If the layout was for a specific situation, the querent should not worry, everything will turn out favorably. However, the Emperor’s influence is often too strong and merciless.
Logic and rational approach. The Emperor points to the primacy of logic in decision-making, the querent should be extremely prudent when choosing a further path. The Arcanum often symbolizes some clear scheme, a clear basis, structure or concept of the necessary idea. It is necessary to reject emotions, put everything on the shelves, put things in order and make firm and well-thought-out decisions.
Confident actions. In this aspect, the Emperor literally demands active and decisive actions from the querent. Do not forget that making a competent plan is only half the success, it is necessary to implement it.
Social norms and rules. The power of social institutions, public organizations and the law are also under the power of the 4th Arcana. The Emperor points to the need to maintain clear boundaries, adherence to strict restrictions, for your own good.

Reversed card

The inverted Emperor indicates the intervention of some powerful force in the querent’s life. However, its actions will be useless or like an “elephant in a china shop”, which will only bring negativity to the situation, significantly worsening the situation. Just like the upright card, it can indicate a specific person, the conventional Fallen Emperor. In a broader sense, it symbolizes: loss of power and authority, inability to influence the situation, decadent moods, confusion or powerlessness.

Human. The Reverse Emperor is a famous outcast, a fallen ruler, a leader removed from office, a businessman who has gone drunk, etc. However, he is still an Emperor and can still reclaim his rightful crown. Don’t jump to conclusions, and don’t rush to spit in the back of a fallen Emperor.
Unfavorable outcome. You are in for a collapse, or at least a failure in the implementation of your plans. Despite preparation and a clear plan, you will not be able to achieve success and achieve what you want.
Absence of real power. Sometimes the inverted Emperor hints that the power in the hands of a person is only nominal and his word means nothing.
Dependence. Often the arcana hints that the querent is in a strong dependence on someone. Due to this, the person will be deprived of any opportunity to make decisions.
Additional interpretations. Depending on the question, the card can also mean: indifference to dependent people, ignoring marital and parental obligations, violation of social and administrative laws, unsuccessful struggle for power, difficulties in business or career.

Deep meaning

It is believed that the Major Arcana symbolize a deep, spiritual level of being, and the Minor Arcana explain simpler concepts and ordinary everyday situations. In general, this is true, but the Major Arcana are not just “present” at the upper level – they create it! For each “sprout of life” that appears by the will of the Empress, the Emperor determines his path.

Meaning 1 “Father”. The Emperor has an inextricable connection with the prototype of the Father. He has all the corresponding characteristics: recognition of his authority by those around him, the power of words, unquestioning obedience. Masculinity, assertiveness, courage and strength given by nature are all the most beautiful things that are inherent in men. If the Emperor feels the need, he will receive the necessary strength to achieve the result. The power of the arcana lies in the determination to wage war for what he believes in and for those he protects and loves.
Meaning 2 “Following the rules”. The opposite side of the Emperor’s influence is the need to follow generally accepted rules. In this aspect, the lasso represents the laws and principles that a person must adhere to. Its “ruthlessness and dispassion” characteristic are extremely important and useful in order to protect people from self-pity and spineless actions, which guarantees stability in life.
Meaning 3 “Security”. The Emperor symbolizes a person’s desire for stability, a sense of security and logic in everything. The desire to protect yourself and your family from all sorts of threats of your vices or the vices of other people.
Meaning 4 “Aggressive Submission”. Sometimes they try to find some more pleasing and smoothed image for this Arcana, but ignoring the energy of order, rationality and responsibility inherent in the Emperor, ultimately, will not work: their power is too great and unshakable on the scale of the entire world. The organizing flow of reason and strength of character shapes everything that it encounters on its way, and any confrontation is futile.
The meaning of 5 “Divinity”. Thanks to his unprecedented power, the Emperor is often associated with the image of a certain Great Deity, revered by the students and followers of Pythagoras. Bringing all the ideas of existence to life is like a colossal work of the mind, multiplied by four pillars: affirmation, refutation, discussion, decision. Many graphic symbols of the card also indicate that the Emperor belongs to the demiurges. It is not for nothing that he is called the King of the Lower World and the Architect of the Universe.
The meaning of 6 “Sign of Aries”. Astrologically, the Emperor is associated with the sign of Aries, and therefore, with the month of Nissan. It is considered the month of the emergence of the Jewish nation, the month when Egypt was abandoned, and the beginning of the cross sufferings and deliverance from sins was laid. As a rule, people born under the sign of Aries are characterized as being able to lead followers and take responsibility. And in the case of incorrect use of their gift, they bear punishment from above.
Meaning 7 “Insight and Blindness”. As moral categories necessary for the Emperor, both “vision” and “blindness” are considered. “Vision” serves him as a window into reality and tells him what the results of his actions may be. And thanks to “blindness”, he manages to ignore the weaknesses and vices of this world, so as not to renounce his inherent freedom.

Advice and Caution

Advice. The card gives a weak person the opportunity to correct the situation in their favor. It gives you a clear plan and will give you the strength to implement it in life. All you need to do is to gather courage and take advantage of this chance.
Warning. Don’t even think of being proud of the power given to you. Remember that power is also a huge responsibility.

Description of a person

The Emperor Tarot card describes an influential person, usually a mature man, with a serious social status. To understand his motives and plans, you need to pay close attention to the environment of the card in the layout. This way you can predict how favorable his role will be – it happens that your well-being is not included in the Emperor’s plans.

Positive traits

The fundamental characteristic of the Arcana is incredible ambition, the desire to keep everything under control. The Emperor is a realist, he is not influenced by emotions, he is extremely rational and firm in his intentions.

Maturity. This card is embodied in people who can safely be called psychologically mature. They occupy a strong social position and enviable positions in large companies.
Power. The Emperor is a strong-willed, powerful and, in the overwhelming majority of cases, successful figure. Such a man is a formal or, more often, informal leader in an organization, the bearer of the final word in the family. Often, he prefers to remain in the shadows until a certain time. At a critical moment, when everyone is confused and does not know what the next step should be, this person concentrates all the power in himself and intuitively makes the only right decision.
Rationality. Control of emotions and clear actions are the traits that best characterize the strong personality of the Emperor. Striving for ideal execution, brilliant and clear organization of one’s time, discipline, excellent business intuition. Such a person suffers from the inevitable existence of accidents and probabilities in life.
Protection. The Emperor strives to protect and preserve everything that is dear to him, and does so no matter what. He is endowed with incredibly powerful strength and achieves his goals, regardless of any obstacles.

Negative traits

Although this is a creative figure, however, ardor is not a reflection of his inner world. Only by subjugating people, conquering new spaces and remaking the world in his own way, he feels alive and needed by the Universe.

Tyranny. Along with a strong desire to control everything and be responsible for others, the Emperor is characterized by perfectionism, tyranny, and an obsession with bringing everything to even greater perfection, raised to an unprecedented absolute.
Tension in relationships. The Emperor’s relatives note that over the course of his life he becomes a more complex person and dealing with him becomes less and less pleasant. He is convinced that he is responsible for someone and must maintain the existing order in order to be ready to defend his or others’ rights and interests. Such tension leaves a certain imprint on a person’s personality.
Arrogance. The Emperor can be described as an arrogant person. However, it is important to clarify this term: arrogant in this context means that the person has high standards and only accepts the best performance. He can be very difficult to please, especially if the King of Swords is nearby.
Internal fears. The Emperor’s head is constantly filled with the fear of being unable to cope with something unexpected. His thoughts are occupied with how to maintain a high position and success, and for this it is important to maintain self-control. Overly critical, and therefore overly compressed thinking, the passion to control everything and eliminate any risks – this is what takes too much strength and energy from him, and therefore life.

Interpretation in fortune telling

Love and Relationships Layout

The Emperor cannot be called an overly romantic or tender person. He is extremely stingy in expressing emotions and feelings. Even in his personal life, he strives for omnipresent control and leadership. Such a person has a hard time making compromises and always wants life to go according to his will.

In love fortune telling, the card symbolizes a certain person or indicates a certain behavior pattern of the querent; see the general description above. The standard interpretation can be supplemented with the following aspects:

Meeting with a person. It happens that this card hints at a meeting with an interesting, extraordinary and very authoritative person, but very secretive, keeping all his true feelings and thoughts under lock and key. In the general mass of people, the Emperor will attract attention to himself with his characteristic firmness and absolute uncompromisingness, composure, prudence and extremely serious attitude to things.
Head of the Family. The Emperor Tarot often symbolizes the head of the family. In his personal life, as a rule, he is very faithful, guided by what was once given, in a word, to be together in sorrow and in joy, following the accepted rules, inspiring confidence and reliability, but not at all romantic.
Unhappy faithful husband. Quite often the Emperor symbolizes a man who has tied the knot with someone other than the one he had strong feelings for. Probably, his marriage was the result of some circumstances. The Emperor is rather a male card, however, this also happens quite often in women’s lives. The yearning heart is ordered to remain silent forever, character and reason have triumphed over feelings, and the Emperor appears before us as an honest husband, unquestioningly fulfilling the vow given at the registry office.
Tyrant. Quite often the Emperor is called a tyrant – intolerant, demanding, cold, too formal, stingy with feelings. He is forced to tame his raging feelings, which is why he can be a little cruel and cold. However, deep down he is grateful to the woman who allows him to revel in male maturity. Often he erases from his memory everything that was before and completely surrenders to a new partner.
Legal relations. In family difficulties, the Emperor, as a rule, is ready to fight to save the marriage and always achieves his goal. In this sense, it can symbolize the will of a man to enter into marriage, formalize and legitimize relations.

Interesting. The Emperor never doubts his male strength, but excessive constraint and self-control put many boundaries in his consciousness. Therefore, he is not ready to share his power anywhere except in the bedroom. The Empress rules in the bedroom…

Career and Work Layout

The main characteristics of this card are order, reliability and power, which, of course, contribute to business development and career growth.

Strategic planning. In a professional context, the Emperor speaks of drawing up long-term strategic plans, opening a new business, working to improve financial results, or developing new quality indicators. Acquisition or merger of companies under the auspices of a leading company.
Legal issues. In this aspect, the card symbolizes strict contractual relations, adjustment of the organizational and staff structure, development of new markets, expansion of the company in the previous market by “squeezing out” competitors.
Planning horizon. The Emperor does not tolerate fuss and immediate benefits. He hints to you about the extreme importance and long-term prospects of the projects being implemented.

Layout for money and property

As a rule, the Emperor does not have problems with money, on the contrary, he is aimed at outstanding achievements in the financial sphere. Therefore, if your question concerned money, then the arcana promises you success.

The Emperor card upright. You are not short of money, on the contrary, you will come up with and find several more ways to earn additional income. Perhaps, you will break through your “financial ceiling” and reach a higher quality of life. Get absolute confidence in yourself and your abilities, this helps in solving work issues and distinguishes you from other employees. You can be prepared for the fact that you will receive a significant promotion at work. This threatens an increase in responsibilities and the amount of work, but at the same time, your pay will be much higher.
The Emperor card reversed. The serious investments you planned to make will not pay off. Too much need to control others leads to the fact that you pay too little attention to your own life, and especially its financial side. In pursuit of the ideal and attempts to seem better in the eyes of others, you make impulsive purchases and spend large sums on yourself without control. You want to earn more and look more respectable in the eyes of everyone else. But you only create a false image, in fact, without trying to somehow increase your income.

Health layout

As a rule, the Emperor is associated with good health and well-being even in adulthood. Depending on the question and the neighboring cards, it can indicate the following:

Paternal genes and chronic diseases transmitted from father to son.
Noble diseases: gout and tuberculosis.
When applied to men, it may indicate physical and psychological disorders in the sexual sphere.
A reversed card may indicate migraines, hypertension or hypotension.

Answer the question yes or no

When answering a direct question, a straight card is traditionally interpreted as yes, and a reversed card as no.

Direct Emperor – yes. In professional terms, you have long-term plans, opening a new business, improving your financial situation. As a rule, the querent has no shortage of money, perhaps he works to achieve higher goals. The person is surrounded by: a comfortable environment, a large house or apartment. You are not a very romantic person, you do not know how or do not want to show your feelings. Before making a fateful decision, you weigh everything and think seriously. In your personal life, you are faithful, inspire confidence and reliability.
The Emperor Reversed — The answer is no. A failure to achieve a goal, unsuccessful projects, confusion and impotence. Difficulties in business and career are possible. You are unreasonably marking time, cannot define your goal, and you lack the determination to make a decision and start moving forward. It is highly likely that the querent is heavily dependent on someone, and this deprives him of the opportunity to make decisions independently and change his life according to his own plan. Probably, there is an internal struggle, conflict in the soul, all this spills out in aggression.

Card of the day or advice for the day

Direct. Today it is important to be guided by logic in decision-making, then you will be able to plan for the future. The Emperor will give you reliable support and reduce vulnerability to external factors. This will be expressed in the fact that you will find a strong and wise patron who will take you under his protection, which will give balance and correctness to your actions. Business will develop successfully, perhaps your company will be taken “under the wing” of a larger leading company, as junior partners. In personal relationships, you will be demanding and powerful. Good health today is determined by your good heredity.
Reversed. Today, the Reversed Emperor indicates that you have stagnated in one place. Your intractability and uncompromising nature prevent you from moving forward, so you will fail to achieve your goals. At work, someone higher up does not want you to move up the career ladder. Your financial situation is not good enough. In personal relationships, you are intolerant of your partner and overestimate your own merits, hence the quarrels and discord in the family. Frequent headaches, migraines, and problems with blood pressure greatly undermine your health.

Prediction for a month or week

Direct card. Perhaps you will meet a patron – a person who will protect you in everything, warn you against false hopes. This period of life will affect the future, will show what exactly you did wrong. By the end of the week, a solution to a difficult problem is possible. The desire for power will be crowned with success – you will be able to get a promotion, open your own business, rally people around you. There will also be rivals who will want to undermine your authority. These people will retreat and suffer defeat, and you, on the contrary, will become stronger.
Reversed card. You will be carried away by dangerous thoughts and ideas, a variety of temptations will appear. You should not follow the lead of base desires, because in this case the truth will be revealed, and your partner will forever lose trust in you. The whole week should be spent working and communicating with your loved one. Some of the decisions will lead to luck, you just need to be stronger and not be ashamed of your initiative. Getting back on your feet after a difficult period, you will gain faith in your strength, you will begin to develop more actively. One of your older relatives or friends will stop influencing you.

Layout for the fulfillment of a wish

Direct. A clear plan, step-by-step instructions for achieving your goal – this is what you need to fulfill your own desires. You feel calm from the knowledge that everything is going according to plan, everything is organized and any unforeseen circumstances are taken into account. Desires are fulfilled, and each time you come up with new, more difficult to achieve goals. You like to achieve what at first seemed impossible, to impress everyone around you.
Reversed. Too much confidence in your own importance does not help you in the realization of your own desires. You are absolutely sure that they should come true themselves and do not take any steps towards them and do not do anything except planning. Until you move from the stage of making a plan and calculating each of your steps to at least some actions, you can not expect the fulfillment of any of your desires. In order for something to happen, you need to do at least something.

Layout for the problem

Direct card. You are a strong-willed, powerful person. You are used to achieving your goals by any means. It often happens that you, using your authority and power, can deliberately cause trouble for other people. Probably, you bring your life to the ideal and stability, while it is very difficult for people to be around you. You do not hesitate to use your position, you behave patronizingly towards other people. Do not be friends, but rather take care of a person who could be too close.
Reversed card. You love to assert yourself, both at the expense of other people and by demonstrating your superiority in some areas. You elevate any of your achievements to the absolute and are not afraid to tell literally everyone about it. Constant perfectionism, bringing everything to perfection. You incredibly irritate people with this and push them away with such behavior. With all this, you are a very nervous person, because you are afraid that something can go wrong, and you cannot cope with something.

Partner’s attitude towards the querent

Direct card. Wishing you only the best, your partner has already determined the order in which your future life will be built. In his understanding, you need care and guidance, and therefore, care and the desire to protect prevail over romantic feelings. Your partner listens to your opinion, and, feeling that he was wrong, can easily give in. He is always improving, thinking about better options, and his thoughts are directed to your life together. The person strives for reliability and wants you to support him in this.
Reversed card. Your partner loves you, but he is overcome by doubts, awakened by various conversations, gossip, rumors. Your image changes every now and then in his eyes, feelings lack confidence and stability. He must become stronger as a person, and only after that will love gain strength. Listening to others, your partner may be jealous of you, misinterpret some of your actions. Keeping such moments in his heart, he continues to harbor resentment, and this makes the relationship difficult and sometimes uncomfortable.

Will this couple be together

Direct card – yes, it will. In this union, one of the partners must always obey the other. However, if there are weighty arguments, he can sometimes insist on his own. Relationships should be built on respect and the desire to be useful, and then the couple will succeed. All feelings should be completely subordinate to reason, and only in this case is a happy life together possible. Partners must be wise, mature, forgiving. These qualities will help to overcome the pride of one of the lovers, making the union stronger.
Reversed card – no, it won’t. You are too emotional, which leads to disappointments. You shouldn’t listen to those who consider themselves wiser in life matters – such people often give bad advice. Having gained independence, the couple will be able to preserve love. You need to show more initiative – the relationship will not be able to move to the next level if both partners are silent about their desires. Lack of courage makes your romance light, without weight or reliability, unsuitable for the future.

Is there someone else with the partner?

The Direct Emperor – yes. This person lives in such a way as to satisfy all his desires. He is ready to sacrifice the rules in order to get the best. Now he is focused on someone who serves as a way to achieve the goal. There are no feelings in this case, only benefit and cold calculation. Although you have the opportunity to change the situation and prove to the person that being with you is much more profitable, interesting or useful, think about whether you need such a system in a relationship.
The Inverted Emperor – no. This person is stingy with showing feelings and prefers to translate his sympathy into a monetary equivalent. This does not mean that he is insincere. It’s just that in his understanding, this is the only way to show his love. Do not expect bright emotions, but carefully observe the actions themselves. Your couple may have a future, the main thing is not to expect from a person what he is physically incapable of and come to terms with the fact that your other half is far from a romantic person.

Does your partner miss you?

Direct card – yes. This person is secretive, not used to showing his feelings and thoughts. It can be difficult with him, but it is much more difficult to understand what is going on in his head. However, do not be mistaken: there really is a continuous thought process there, because real actions indicate this. To attract the attention of such an extraordinary person, try not to impose yourself, but become the person with whom you want to talk about different topics, travel, fulfill your dreams.
Inverted – no. Don’t even think that anyone misses you. Cut without a doubt and forever – that’s the motto of this person. And it’s not surprising that he has no time for boredom and suffering over past love. This is a practical person who is interested in creating comfortable living conditions. He will not spend his free time in tears and even more so will not allow a developed heart to interfere with the implementation of planned plans.

Does your loved one remember you?

The upright card — may he remember. This person is not like an open book. It is not easy with him, but if you understand how to behave, then all the mysteries are solved quite quickly. Now your task is to find the key to his heart. Think about the reason for your separation and look for ways to overcome the crisis. If both parties think about each other, then the chance of reunion grows in proportion to your desire to return what was between you. But do not go more than half the way, let the other side also move towards you.
Reversed card – no, he doesn’t remember. Even if this person has always been secretive, preferring not to show his feelings too openly, after your breakup you can be sure that you are erased from his life once and for all. What is dead will never come back to life. The same is true for your relationship. There was a reason for the breakup and it, without a doubt, was significant enough to erase all memories from memory and start life from scratch. This person is passionate about reaching distant horizons and has no time for empty worries.

What does your lover think about you

Direct Emperor. This person thinks about everything thoroughly. Now all his thoughts are occupied with plans, worries about the future. And, it is worth saying that you play an important role in them. Without a doubt, they want to see you next to them after years, but there is something that stops a person from confessing, proposing and moving. Try to have a heart-to-heart talk and find out the reason. If you can convince them, then happiness will not be long in coming.
The Inverted Emperor. This person does not think about you. At most, a thought about your external qualities runs through his head, but nothing more. Now is not the right time for him to be in a relationship, so he does everything he can to drive away romantic thoughts. Be close and wait for the moment when the situation changes. Sometimes time and place play a more serious role than even the mood and confidence in your own rightness. But remember that this is not a romantic nature, but a practical one. So, you can attract her accordingly.

What is the beloved doing now?

Direct card. This person prefers not to sit idle. Although he is secretive, he always hatches his plans, which he gradually brings to life. Now he is busy preparing for the future, which he has conceived long ago. You also have a role to play in it. Do not worry, soon you will definitely be informed about what awaits you, and will be made a tempting offer. Believe me, you will not suffer alone for long. Get ready for radical changes in life, which you will have to put up with.
Reversed card. This person is not eager to meet you now. He is busy solving important issues for himself and does not want to be distracted by romantic thoughts at all. Before making a decision, he will weigh the pros and cons and try to take into account all the details. Be prepared to wait more than a day or two to attract his attention. But remember that in a relationship you need to go only half the way to meet the other person. Otherwise, it will resemble a game of catch-up.

Combinations with other tarot cards

The Emperor card in combination with other tarot cards: a complete list of 78 arcana.

Major Arcana

The Emperor and the Jester – To fall in the eyes of employees or lead the company to a crisis.
The Emperor and the Magician – to manage their powers correctly or to show creativity.
The Emperor and the High Priestess – a female leader will appear or difficult assignments will have to be carried out.
The Emperor and Empress – make the right decision or create a family couple.
The Emperor and the High Priest – the need to follow the rules of etiquette or appeal to moral standards.
The Emperor and the Lovers – the need to take on responsibility or serious commitments.
The Emperor and the Chariot – a sudden change in the situation or some actions will be illegal.
Emperor and Strength – difficulty in choosing or making a difficult decision.
The Emperor and the Hermit – misunderstanding in the family or the end of a romantic relationship.
The Emperor and the Wheel of Fate – a change in the usual way of life or transfer to a new team.
Emperor and Justice – the need for a fair solution or strict adherence to the established system.
The Emperor and the Hanged Man – an outdated view of things or a wrong opinion about some things.
The Emperor and Death – the need for a change of scenery or a change in the usual way of life.
The Emperor and Moderation are manifestations of traditional views.
The Emperor and the Devil – involvement in lawlessness or attempts to go into the shadows.
The Emperor and the Tower – change of leadership or damaged reputation.
The Emperor and the Star – receiving a reward for hard work or recognition of service to society.
The Emperor and the Moon – inability to influence something or lack of confidence in one’s own abilities.
The Emperor and the Sun – business expansion or a successful choice of management.
The Emperor and the Last Judgment – recognition in the group or indisputable authority in society.
Emperor and the World – opening a new branch or increasing the number of employees.

Wands

The Emperor and the Ace of Wands – an increase in responsibilities or workload.
The Emperor and the Two of Wands – delegating some of your responsibilities or selling your stake in a business.
The Emperor and the Three of Wands – the need to devote a lot of time to work or a rapidly developing business.
The Emperor and the Four of Wands – a protracted renovation or a large-scale general cleaning.
The Emperor and the Five of Wands – a conflict out of nowhere or misunderstanding at work.
The Emperor and the Six of Wands – career advancement or receiving a bonus.
The Emperor and the Seven of Wands – a decrease in income or lack of ideas for further development.
The Emperor and the Eight of Wands – concluding a profitable contract.
The Emperor and the Nine of Wands – the need for additional protection of your life and business or the installation of a security system.
The Emperor and the Ten of Wands – a hopeless project or work that did not go according to plan.
Emperor and Page of Wands – receiving news from family or strange events at work.
The Emperor and the Knight of Wands – the need to release negative emotions or the accumulation of a large amount of negative energy.
Emperor and Queen of Wands – starting a creative project or a creative approach to life’s challenges.
The Emperor and King of Wands – a radical change in activity or retraining.

Cups

The Emperor and the Ace of Cups – the beginning of a serious relationship.
The Emperor and the Two of Cups – obligations to other people and the need to fulfill them.
The Emperor and the Three of Cups – a wedding or an invitation to a wedding of close friends.
The Emperor and the Four of Cups – things are not moving forward or there is a lack of understanding of which direction to move in.
The Emperor and the Five of Cups – excessive spending or inappropriate use of one’s own resources.
The Emperor and the Six of Cups – a proven approach to business or an outdated view of things.
The Emperor and the Seven of Cups – losing balance or lacking confidence in your abilities.
The Emperor and the Eight of Cups – change of management or poor performance of job responsibilities.
The Emperor and the Nine of Cups – business development or prosperity in financial affairs.
The Emperor and the Ten of Cups – finding harmony and happiness in your personal life.
The Emperor and the Page of Cups are an interesting idea that needs to be implemented urgently.
The Emperor and the Knight of Cups – official marriage with a loved one.
The Emperor and Queen of Cups – plunge into new feelings or become inflamed with passion for another person.
The Emperor and King of Cups – strict control of your feelings and emotions or not letting your worries get out.

Swords

The Emperor and the Ace of Swords – manage a company or give instructions to employees.
The Emperor and the Two of Swords – precarious financial situation or a threat to one’s own well-being.
The Emperor and the Three of Swords – a depressed state or lack of solid ground under your feet.
The Emperor and the Four of Swords – lack of development or driving yourself into a dead end.
The Emperor and the Five of Swords – tough competition or the emergence of a serious rival.
The Emperor and the Six of Swords – the need for rest and a safe place.
The Emperor and the Seven of Swords —problems with leadership or interference in political issues.
The Emperor and the Eight of Swords – limited opportunities or receiving a lower position.
The Emperor and the Nine of Swords – foul play or constant pangs of conscience for the actions committed.
The Emperor and the Ten of Swords – dismissal from leadership positions or loss of all awards.
The Emperor and the Page of Swords – receiving criticism of one’s own working methods or unfounded hostility.
The Emperor and the Knight of Swords –problems with organizing the workflow.
The Emperor and Queen of Swords – the end of family life or the division of jointly acquired property.
The Emperor and the King of Swords – excessive cruelty in business or constant control of others.

Pentacles

The Emperor and the Ace of Pentacles – a decrease in income or loss of most of your wealth.
The Emperor and the Two of Pentacles – financial problems or delayed salary.
The Emperor and the Three of Pentacles – the correct use of financial resources or a successful investment of money.
The Emperor and the Four of Pentacles – excessive frugality or completely unnecessary savings.
The Emperor and the Five of Pentacles – lack of authority or financial illiteracy.
The Emperor and the Six of Pentacles – an opportunity to donate money to charity or invest it successfully.
The Emperor and the Seven of Pentacles – take on a serious and long-term project.
The Emperor and the Eight of Pentacles – to properly regulate the work of employees or develop your own business.
The Emperor and the Nine of Pentacles – lead the company to success or offer a sensible idea for its improvement.
The Emperor and the Ten of Pentacles – receive a large inheritance or take over the management of the family business.
The Emperor and the Page of Pentacles – get an internship at a large company or an opportunity to demonstrate your abilities.
The Emperor and the Knight of Pentacles – persistently pursuing success or a fresh outlook on doing business.
The Emperor and Queen of Pentacles – take care of family or value employees.
The Emperor and King of Pentacles are a great investment or to bring your business to success.