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The Fool
愚者
Upright Meaning
The Fool represents the first step toward knowledge, peace, and liberation. Standing at the edge of a cliff, gazing at the sky, he is a person living in the present moment. Those who dwell in the past or future may think his focus on the here and now is foolish, for they do not understand that the greatest power in our lives is what we possess in this moment. Take a risk! Do it regardless. The Fool suggests that the path to fulfillment lies through spontaneous action.
Reversed Meaning
When reversed, the Fool suggests wanting to escape responsibilities when commitment is required. Now is the time to commit to your future or resolve past issues so you can return to living spontaneously. There are unfinished matters that need your attention before you can safely depart. It may also indicate an inability to act intuitively, escaping responsibilities, or clinging to old plans.
Love Meaning
In love readings, the Fool suggests a period of living in the moment or going with the flow. You may elope, meet a partner while traveling, or encounter someone who enjoys the present without wanting to plan the future. Sometimes it describes a partner who is elusive, innocent, or unwilling to be bound by any long-term plans.
Is The Fool a Yes or No?
"The Fool says YES because it represents new beginnings, taking leaps of faith, and embracing the unknown with optimism."
YES
Relationship questions
MAYBE
Work & finance
NO
When card is inverted
Frequently Asked Questions
The Fool represents the first step toward knowledge, peace, and liberation. Standing at the edge of a cliff, gazing at the sky, he is a person living in the present moment. Those who dwell in the past or future may think his focus on the here and now is foolish, for they do not understand that the greatest power in our lives is what we possess in this moment. Take a risk! Do it regardless. The Fool suggests that the path to fulfillment lies through spontaneous action.
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