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Judgment

Description, Upright & Reversed Keywords and Meaning, Exoteric & Esoteric Interpretation

Published: 11/1/2024 3:36:48 AM

Updated: 5/15/2025 8:33:49 PM

Author: Yadin Caliel

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Judgment
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Major Arcana

Rank 20
Roman Numeral XX

Description of Judgment


The Judgement card depicts a great angel blowing his trumpet with a red-cross banner affixed to it. Directly below are three open graves with a person in each; to the left a man, on the right a woman, and a child in the middle. In the distance other figures can be seen, and all of them stand in reverence and joy of the mighty angel.

Hidden Significance

The hidden meaning of Judgement relates to the completion of the Great Work; a.k.a.: the creation of the Philosopher's Stone, by which a person attains self-mastery via mental alchemy. This topic is covered thoroughly in the occult classic: The Kybalion by Three Initiates. The three characters rising from their graves represent the death and rebirth of the three levels of the human soul: the Nefesh, the Ruach and the Neshamah.

Upright


Upright Keywords for Judgment

Rebirth, renewal, awakening, judgment, transformation


Upright Meaning of Judgment

Upright, the Judgment card signifies a period of rebirth and renewal. It represents a spiritual awakening and the call to a higher purpose. This card encourages you to embrace transformation and make amends for past actions.

Reversed


Reversed Keywords for Judgment

Self-doubt, avoiding change, missed opportunities


Reversed Meaning of Judgment

Reversed, the Judgment card may indicate self-doubt or a reluctance to embrace change. It can suggest missed opportunities or a failure to heed the call of a higher purpose. Be open to self-reflection and the potential for positive transformation.