Black and white cats
Two opposing forces that do not always want to go the same way. Cats are willful: they cannot be harnessed, only guided by will.
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Major Arcana · VII
The Chariot Tarot Card Meaning
The Chariot is a card of movement, willpower and victory. To move forward, you have to hold opposing forces together. The card says the goal is within reach if you direct your energy rather than fight it.
Upright
- victory
- movement
- willpower
- control
- determination
Reversed
- loss of direction
- aggression
- stagnation
- scattered energy
- defeat
Yes or no
Yes
The Chariot answers “yes” if you are ready to act decisively. There will be a result, but it will take effort and control.
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- VII
- Element
- Water
- Astrology
- Cancer
Card symbolism in our deck
The Chariot in Heinrich Pangrau’s deck does not look like the familiar one: it is drawn not by sphinxes or horses but by two cats, one black and one white. Above the charioteer are constellations, and behind is a city.
Helmet with a crescent moon
A link to the Moon and the sign of Cancer. The Chariot’s victory rests not only on strength but also on feelings.
Star on the chariot
The eight-rayed star is a guiding goal. The charioteer knows where they are going.
Constellations in the sky
A path charted by the stars: the movement serves a larger plan.
City behind
The charioteer has left the familiar behind and is moving forward. Victory requires going beyond the walls.
The Chariot meaning
The Chariot upright is movement toward a goal and victory through willpower. The card supports active steps: a move, competition, fighting for results. There are obstacles, but they can be overcome.
Its main lesson is control. Conflicting desires, emotions and circumstances should not be suppressed but harnessed into a single team.
The Chariot reversed
The Chariot reversed is movement without a steering wheel. A person rushes about, loses direction, wastes energy or lashes out in aggression.
Another meaning is a standstill: plans are stuck, the “cats” pull in different directions, and the chariot does not move.
The Chariot in love, work, money and health
Love and relationships
Upright The relationship develops quickly; one partner actively pursues the other. Moving in together or a trip together is possible.
Reversed A power struggle in the couple, quarrels, unwillingness to give way. Or a relationship that is “going” nowhere.
Feelings This person is determined and wants to win you over. Their feelings are active, but they are used to keeping everything under control.
Work and career
Upright A career leap, beating the competition, a launch, a business trip. A good card for sports and sales.
Reversed Failure because of haste or scattered effort, conflict with colleagues, a project without a clear goal.
Money
Upright Money comes through activity and initiative. A good time to buy a car.
Reversed Impulsive spending, losing control of the budget.
Health
Upright Energy, stamina, athletic fitness. A good time to set training goals.
Reversed Overexertion, injuries from rushing, stress.
The Chariot as a person
As a person, The Chariot is driven, ambitious and energetic. An athlete, a driver, a soldier, someone used to winning.
The card’s advice
Upright Define your goal and move toward it without getting distracted. Keep your emotions under control.
Reversed Stop and choose a direction. You have the strength; you just need to gather it.
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The Chariot as the card of the day
A day for decisive action, trips and competitions. Set one goal and see it through.
Combinations with other cards
- The Chariot + StrengthWillpower and self-control lead to victory.
- The Chariot + The WorldA journey, reaching a big goal.
- The Chariot + Six of WandsVictory, recognition, success.
- The Chariot + Eight of WandsFast movement, a trip, news coming soon.
- The Chariot + The TowerAn accident or a sudden stop at full speed.
- The Chariot + Two of SwordsIndecision slows the movement down.
Frequently asked questions about The Chariot
Is The Chariot a yes or no card?
Yes, if you are ready to act decisively and stay on course.
What does The Chariot mean in a relationship?
Rapid development, active courtship, sometimes a trip together or moving in together.
What does The Chariot reversed mean?
Loss of direction, chaos, aggression or plans grinding to a halt.
Does The Chariot mean travel?
Often, yes: the card is associated with the road, transportation and moving.
What does The Chariot mean as the card of the day?
A day for decisive action and moving toward a single goal.