Symbolism & Imagery:
When learning tarot, it is important to meditate with each card and take time looking at the symbolism and imagery depicted.
Traditionally, the Tower is depicted on fire, sat on the top of a rocky mountain. It is quite a shocking image, with fire and lightning destroying a stone tower. Smoke is filling the dark sky.
Two people are seen jumping from the tower, most likely to their death. The lightning overhead represents a breakthrough. Ideas and ideals have been shattered by a beam of light.
The Tower is probably the most shocking card of most Tarot decks. The imagery of destruction and death can be quite worrying and stressful when it pops up in a reading. However, like every card, the Tower brings hope and positivity. You just need to get through the chaos right now.