Published: 11/1/2024 3:36:48 AM
Updated: 5/28/2025 10:04:19 PM
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Description of The Fool
The Fool features the likeness of a blonde young man, richly attired in a colorful tunic with a floral pattern and bell-sleeves. He is wearing a gold belt, slacks and a pair of bright yellow or golden boots. He is depicted delicately holding a white flower in his left hand and hobo-pack on a stick in his right hand, draped across the shoulder. Closer inspection of the bag shows what appears to be the head of an eagle.
Seemingly lost in reverie, he gazes up at the sky with his arms spread in a carefree manner as if to welcome anything that may come. The sun is at his back and he’s accompanied by his little white dog who also seems to match his enthusiasm. Distant snow-capped mountains can be seen in the background and two smaller peaks can be seen in the bottom left.
Symbolism & Interperetation for The Fool
Exoteric Symbolism of The Fool
The path to true wisdom, the wisdom of God, is paved with error, foolishness, failure and humiliation. To become truly wise, one must first be a fool; and he must be made aware of his foolishness, usually in the presence of many of his closest friends and family. This results in the final circumcision: the Circumcision of the Heart. Truth and justify prevail within the individual only once the heart has been circumcised.
Esoteric Interperitation of The Fool
Upright
Upright Keywords for The Fool
Faith, Courage, Innocence, Adventure, Risk-Taking
Upright Meaning of The Fool
In the upright position, The Fool card encourages you to embrace new opportunities and take risks. It suggests that it's a good time to start something new without being burdened by past experiences. Be open to the unknown, and trust in the process of life.
Reversed
Reversed Keywords for The Fool
Lack of Faith, Foolishness, Carelessness, Missed Opportunities
Reversed Meaning of The Fool
In the reversed position, The Fool card may indicate that you are being too impulsive or not thinking things through. It's essential to exercise caution and consider the consequences of your actions. You might also be missing out on valuable opportunities due to your hesitancy or fear of the unknown.
The Fool in Career Focused Readings
The fool can signify some new business or job opportunity. Reversed indicates missed opportunities and foolishness.
The Fool in Friendship & Love Readings
The Fool drawn upright it signifies the blossoming of a new relationship or friendship. When reversed, it can signal an inevitable end or a loss of direction or emotional stagnation. The Fool reminds us to live in the moment, especially when with loved ones because time is the most valuable resource of all. If drawn in reverse, The Fool may indicate misdirection or lack of mindfulness when dealing with those closest to us. In life, it is easy to get carried away with our passions; therefore, we would do well to be mindful of the needs of others while we pursue them.