- Keywords
- endings, transformation, transition, release, renewal
- Element
- Major Arcana
Death
The imagery: A skeleton in black armor rides a white horse, carrying a black banner marked with a white rose. People of different stations fall or kneel before it while a sun rises between two towers in the distance.
Upright
In tarot, Death usually describes a chapter closing so another can begin, and is rarely read literally. Something has run its course, and clearing it away makes room for growth. Endings can be sad and still be right.
Reversed
Reversed, you may be holding on to something that has already ended. Fear of the unknown can keep you in a situation longer than is good for you. Allow yourself to grieve and then release.
In love
In love, this card often points to the end of an old pattern or phase, which can renew a relationship or close one. Be honest about what is no longer alive.
Work and money
At work, a role, project, or way of working may be finishing. Treat the transition as space for something that fits you better.
In yes or no questions
No. Leans no for keeping things as they are, and yes for real change.
Advice
Name one thing you are ready to let go of and take a concrete step to release it.