Upright Keywords:
Leadership, Boundaries, Authority, Father figure, Establishment, Hard work, Someone to look up to, Respect, Discipline
Reversed Keywords:
Rigidity, Domineering, Too much control, Inflexibility, No discipline, Overbearing
Upright Meaning
Strength, power, and control are all attributes of the tarot card meaning for the Emperor. The tarot cards can have many meanings depending on what is found in the accompanying tarot spread. But the strength, leadership qualities, and masculine energy represented by this tarot card mean it typically represents a person who has authority over others or an individual who feels they have control over a situation.
The tarot card of the Emperor is symbolic of the male energy. This card represents a strong, guiding figure that can be seen as either spiritual or political depending on its placement in the tarot spread. The tarot card meaning for this tarot deck has everything to do with power and control, but also responsibility and leadership.
Reversed Meaning
In finance and romance readings, it’s important to note how you’re feeling about your relationship or feelings at work. Reversed tarot card meanings can represent the individual’s feeling of vulnerability and insecurity because they feel like their partner has too much control over the relationship, while in career tarot readings, it could signify an individual feeling vulnerable or insecure.
An individual who feels they are in charge or has authority may find themselves feeling out of control when The Emperor tarot card turns to reverse. This can lead to feelings of insecurity and vulnerability. This tarot card meaning also represents someone who is stubborn, emotionally detached from others, and stuck in their ways.