The Powerful Connection Between Tarot and The Bible

Bridging the Spiritual and Religious

Throughout history, humanity has sought answers to life’s greatest questions: Who am I? Why am I here? How do I navigate this existence with purpose and meaning? Across cultures, religions, and philosophies, we see common themes—light and shadow, trials and triumphs, the pursuit of truth, and the deep longing for connection. These are the threads that weave through the tapestry of the human experience.

This series is a celebration of those shared threads. Its purpose is to bridge the perceived divide between two spiritual tools: Tarot and The Bible. Though often misunderstood as opposites or even at odds, both serve as profound guides for enlightenment, self-discovery, and spiritual growth. By exploring the connections between the Bible’s wisdom and the archetypes of the Tarot, we highlight not the barriers between traditions but the unity of their intentions: to illuminate our paths and draw us closer to the divine.

French philosopher Pierre Teilhard de Chardin once said, “We are not human beings having a spiritual experience; we are spiritual beings having a human experience.” This timeless truth reminds us that we are all on a shared journey—a journey shaped by trials, joys, and revelations. The human condition, with its frailties and strengths, is a universal thread. Whether we approach it through sacred texts or symbolic cards, our shared need for guidance, faith, and understanding reflects the divine spark within us all.

Tarot and The Bible

In a world often marked by division, it is easy to lose sight of our common ground. Yet, at their core, both spirituality and religion are not about building walls but about fostering connection—connection to the divine, to ourselves, and to one another. This series seeks to break down barriers of misunderstanding, fear, and judgment, inviting a dialogue of unity and inclusion.

Tarot and The Bible may appear to speak different languages, but their messages harmonize in ways that reveal a deeper truth: we are all seekers of wisdom and truth. The symbolism of the Tarot and the Scripture of the Bible meet us where we are, offering guidance for the same human challenges—whether it be finding balance, facing temptation, seeking renewal, or stepping into our highest calling.

This book is not about choosing one path over another; it is about discovering how both paths can enrich our journey. As we explore the archetypes of the Tarot alongside biblical verses, may we embrace the shared humanity and spiritual essence that unite us all. May this journey inspire compassion, understanding, and a deeper connection to the divine light that guides us.

Together, let us step forward with open hearts and minds, honoring the ways in which our spiritual tools—whether ancient texts or mystical symbols—reflect the truth of our shared experience. It is in unity that we find our greatest strength and in inclusion that we embody the divine love we all seek.

Welcome to this journey of enlightenment and connection. Let’s walk it together.

Exploring The Major Arcana of The Tarot and The Bible

In the first session of this series, we delve into the profound wisdom of the Major Arcana, the 22 cards that form the heart of the Tarot. Each card represents a universal archetype or spiritual lesson, from the journey of the Fool to the wisdom of the World. As we explore these cards, we will uncover how their symbolic teachings align with Biblical principles and stories.

The Major Arcana is not just a sequence of cards—it’s a spiritual path that mirrors our own journey through life, growth, challenges, and transformation. In this session, we’ll examine each card’s meaning and its biblical counterpart, drawing connections between the lessons found in the Tarot and the sacred wisdom of Scripture. Whether it’s the strength of the Empress, the judgment of the Lovers, or the trials of the Hermit, these cards guide us toward deeper self-awareness and divine understanding.

By exploring the Major Arcana through the lens of the Bible, we seek to build a bridge between two rich spiritual traditions, revealing how these tools are designed to help us navigate life’s complexities with faith, insight, and clarity. Together, we will discover how the Tarot and the Bible can work in harmony, offering unique perspectives that deepen our spiritual journey.

The Fool

Theme: New beginnings, faith, and trust in the journey.
Tarot Symbolism: The Fool represents the start of a spiritual journey. The character is carefree, carrying minimal baggage, and standing on the edge of a cliff, symbolizing stepping into the unknown with trust and optimism. The white rose in their hand represents purity, and the small dog at their feet signifies instinct and loyalty.
Bible Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Connection: Like the Fool, Proverbs encourages us to trust the divine plan, even when we don’t see the full picture. The cliff represents life’s uncertainties, and the Fool’s faith mirrors the biblical call to rely on God rather than our limited understanding. Both teach that stepping forward in faith brings spiritual growth and guidance.

The Magician

Theme: Manifestation, divine gifts, and resourcefulness.
Tarot Symbolism: The Magician channels divine energy, with one hand pointing to the heavens and the other to the earth, symbolizing the ability to bring spiritual ideas into reality. The tools on the table (wand, cup, sword, pentacle) represent mastery over all elements and resources.
Bible Verse: James 1:17
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights.”
Connection: The Magician’s power comes from acknowledging and channeling divine gifts, a concept echoed in James’ reminder that our abilities and resources are bestowed by God. Both encourage us to use these gifts wisely, aligning with the divine will to create and serve.

The High Priestess

Theme: Intuition, mystery, and spiritual wisdom.
Tarot Symbolism: The High Priestess sits between two pillars marked “Boaz” and “Jachin,” representing duality (passivity and activity, conscious and subconscious). She holds a scroll of esoteric wisdom, partly hidden, and a crescent moon at her feet symbolizes intuition.
Bible Verse: Psalm 46:10
“Be still, and know that I am God.”
Connection: The High Priestess reminds us to trust inner wisdom and divine mystery, much like the Psalm invites quiet reflection to connect with God’s presence. Both emphasize stillness and intuition as gateways to deeper understanding, inviting us to embrace the unknown with faith.

The Empress

Theme: Nurturing, abundance, and creation.
Tarot Symbolism: The Empress is a figure of motherhood, fertility, and earthly abundance. She sits amidst lush fields and a flowing river, representing the natural world’s capacity to nurture and sustain. Her crown of stars connects her to the divine.
Bible Verse: Genesis 1:28
“God blessed them and said to them, ‘Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it.’”
Connection: The Empress and Genesis celebrate creation and life-giving energy. The Empress’s nurturing presence mirrors God’s instruction to humanity to steward and multiply the earth’s abundance. Both highlight divine love expressed through creation and care.

The Emperor

Theme: Authority, stability, and divine order.
Tarot Symbolism: The Emperor embodies structure and control, sitting on a throne adorned with rams (symbolizing leadership and Aries). He holds a scepter and globe, representing worldly dominion and responsibility.
Bible Verse: Romans 13:1
“Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established.”
Connection: The Emperor reflects the divine order and leadership God establishes. Both the card and the verse emphasize the responsibility and accountability that come with authority, urging leaders to govern with wisdom and integrity.

Here’s the expanded explanation for the next set of Major Arcana cards. Each description continues to build on the connection between Tarot and biblical teachings.

The Hierophant

Theme: Spiritual guidance, tradition, and teaching.
Tarot Symbolism: The Hierophant represents organized religion, spiritual authority, and sacred knowledge. He sits on a throne between two pillars, holding a staff that symbolizes divine leadership. The two followers at his feet highlight his role as a spiritual teacher.
Bible Verse: Proverbs 4:7
“The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.”
Connection: The Hierophant’s role as a mediator of divine wisdom aligns with the Bible’s encouragement to seek understanding. Both emphasize that spiritual growth comes through dedication to learning, whether through religious tradition, scripture, or mentorship.

The Lovers

Theme: Love, choice, and harmony.
Tarot Symbolism: The Lovers card depicts a man and woman blessed by an angel, standing before the Tree of Knowledge and the Tree of Life. The card speaks to divine unions and the responsibility of making choices aligned with higher values.
Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
“Love is patient, love is kind… It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
Connection: The Lovers card reflects the sanctity of love and the spiritual bond in relationships, aligning with Paul’s depiction of love as a divine attribute. Both remind us that true love is selfless, enduring, and rooted in higher wisdom.

The Chariot

Theme: Willpower, victory, and direction.
Tarot Symbolism: The Chariot shows a warrior in a chariot pulled by two sphinxes, one black and one white, representing duality. The figure’s steady grip on the reins symbolizes control, determination, and forward movement.
Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
Connection: The Chariot’s message of overcoming obstacles through focus and discipline mirrors the biblical assurance that strength and victory come through faith. Both suggest that divine support empowers us to succeed on life’s journey.

Strength

Theme: Inner courage, compassion, and resilience.
Tarot Symbolism: The Strength card features a woman gently closing a lion’s mouth, symbolizing inner strength, compassion, and taming one’s instincts. The infinity symbol above her head reflects spiritual alignment and eternal power.
Bible Verse: Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Connection: Both the card and verse teach that true strength comes from a combination of courage and grace. Strength reminds us to face challenges with gentleness, relying on God’s presence to sustain us.

The Hermit

Theme: Reflection, wisdom, and spiritual solitude.
Tarot Symbolism: The Hermit holds a lantern containing a star, illuminating his solitary path through darkness. He represents the seeker who withdraws from the world to gain spiritual insight.
Bible Verse: Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
Connection: The Hermit’s lantern symbolizes divine guidance, much like the psalmist celebrates God’s word as a guiding light. Both encourage us to step away from distractions and seek clarity in solitude and prayer.

Wheel of Fortune

Theme: Cycles, divine timing, and change.
Tarot Symbolism: The Wheel of Fortune turns perpetually, symbolizing life’s cycles of highs and lows. The four creatures in the corners represent divine wisdom from the biblical vision of Ezekiel.
Bible Verse: Ecclesiastes 3:1
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”
Connection: The Wheel reminds us of life’s impermanence and God’s sovereignty over time. Ecclesiastes underscores this, teaching that life’s changes have divine purpose and that trusting the cycle is part of spiritual faith.

Justice

Theme: Fairness, truth, and moral integrity.
Tarot Symbolism: Justice sits with a sword in one hand and scales in the other, symbolizing the balance of truth and accountability. The crown represents clarity of judgment from divine authority.
Bible Verse: Micah 6:8
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”
Connection: Justice calls us to weigh actions carefully and uphold truth, echoing Micah’s command to act with integrity and humility. Both encourage examining ourselves against divine principles and striving for righteousness.

The Hanged Man

Theme: Surrender, perspective, and sacrifice.
Tarot Symbolism: The Hanged Man hangs upside down, radiating calm acceptance. His pose indicates a voluntary suspension, offering a new perspective and spiritual insight.
Bible Verse: Matthew 16:25
“For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it.”
Connection: Both the card and verse speak to the transformative power of surrender. By letting go of personal control and trusting in divine purpose, we gain deeper wisdom and renewal of spirit.

Death

Theme: Transformation, endings, and rebirth.
Tarot Symbolism: The Death card features a skeletal figure riding a horse, representing the inevitability of endings. A sunrise in the background hints at renewal and rebirth.
Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
Connection: Both emphasize that endings are a gateway to spiritual renewal. Death in Tarot and the verse remind us to release the old to welcome divine transformation and new life.

Temperance

Theme: Balance, moderation, and harmony.
Tarot Symbolism: Temperance shows an angel mixing water between two cups, symbolizing the blending of opposites to create harmony. One foot is on land, and the other is in water, representing the balance between the material and spiritual.
Bible Verse: Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.”
Connection: Temperance aligns with the fruit of the Spirit, especially self-control and peace. Both encourage finding balance in life and harmonizing different aspects of our nature. The angel’s mixing of water symbolizes spiritual alchemy, much like cultivating the Spirit brings divine harmony into our lives.

The Devil

Theme: Temptation, bondage, and spiritual awareness.
Tarot Symbolism: The Devil card depicts two figures bound by chains, unaware that they could free themselves. The card warns against succumbing to materialism and unhealthy attachments.
Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 10:13
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.”
Connection: Both the card and the verse highlight the power of choice in resisting temptation. The Devil warns us against illusions that enslave, while Scripture reminds us of God’s faithfulness in providing a way out. Both offer hope that liberation from spiritual bondage is possible through awareness and divine strength.

The Tower

Theme: Sudden change, revelation, and divine intervention.
Tarot Symbolism: The Tower shows a lightning bolt striking a tall structure, with figures falling from it. This dramatic image represents upheaval that leads to a new understanding, often revealing truths we’ve ignored.
Bible Verse: Matthew 7:24-25
“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.”
Connection: The Tower warns of the collapse of false foundations, much like Jesus’ parable of the wise and foolish builders. Both emphasize the importance of grounding our lives in divine truth, showing that trials can lead to stronger spiritual foundations.

The Star

Theme: Hope, renewal, and divine guidance.
Tarot Symbolism: The Star features a figure pouring water onto the earth and into a pool, representing the flow of divine blessings. A bright star shines above, symbolizing hope and guidance from above.
Bible Verse: Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Connection: The Star and Jeremiah’s promise offer hope and reassurance during difficult times. Both encourage trust in divine guidance and renewal, reminding us that even in darkness, God’s plan is leading us toward a brighter future.

The Moon

Theme: Intuition, uncertainty, and the subconscious.
Tarot Symbolism: The Moon shows a path winding through darkness, flanked by a dog and a wolf, symbolizing our dual instincts. It reflects the mysterious, unseen aspects of life and the importance of trusting intuition.
Bible Verse: Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
Connection: The Moon’s path through the unknown aligns with the psalmist’s journey through the valley of shadow. Both teach that faith and intuition guide us through uncertainty, offering comfort in divine presence.

The Sun

Theme: Joy, success, and enlightenment.
Tarot Symbolism: The Sun card radiates warmth and positivity, depicting a child riding a horse beneath a shining sun. It symbolizes vitality, clarity, and the triumph of truth.
Bible Verse: Psalm 118:24
“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”
Connection: The Sun celebrates the joy of living in harmony with divine truth, much like the psalmist’s call to rejoice in God’s creation. Both symbolize the clarity and peace that come from living in spiritual light and truth.

Judgment

Theme: Awakening, redemption, and divine calling.
Tarot Symbolism: Judgment depicts figures rising from graves as an angel sounds a trumpet, symbolizing spiritual awakening and the call to higher purpose. It represents renewal and stepping into divine truth.
Bible Verse: Romans 6:4
“We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”
Connection: Judgment aligns with the theme of resurrection and renewal in Romans. Both offer the promise of transformation and redemption, calling us to awaken to our spiritual purpose and live a renewed life in alignment with divine will.

The World

Theme: Completion, unity, and fulfillment.
Tarot Symbolism: The World depicts a figure surrounded by a laurel wreath, representing the completion of a journey. The four figures in the corners (lion, bull, eagle, and angel) echo the creatures from Ezekiel and Revelation, symbolizing divine presence.
Bible Verse: Revelation 21:6
“He said to me: ‘It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End.'”
Connection: The World’s message of completion reflects God’s declaration in Revelation. Both celebrate the fulfillment of divine purpose, uniting the material and spiritual in harmony and wholeness.

The Major Arcana – A Spiritual Tool for Transformation

As we conclude our exploration of the Major Arcana and its connection to the Bible, it becomes clear that the Tarot is not a tool for superstition or hocus pocus, but rather a profound spiritual guide. Far from being a mere vehicle for fortune telling, the Tarot serves as a mirror to our own souls, helping us understand our struggles, growth, and ultimate purpose. The rich symbolism and deep archetypes within the Major Arcana are not designed to predict the future in the way some may think, but to provide insight and guidance that can help us navigate the complexities of life with greater wisdom and clarity.

The Tarot originated at a time when literacy was not widespread, and its creators used vivid images and symbols to convey deep truths that were accessible to all. It was a way to communicate spiritual wisdom to people who may not have had access to written texts or formal education. Much like the Bible, which often uses stories, parables, and symbolism to convey divine lessons, the Tarot uses illustrations to tell a story of human transformation—one that mirrors the spiritual journey outlined in Scripture.

In many ways, the Tarot is an illustration of the Bible itself. Just as the Bible provides timeless wisdom and teachings, the Tarot reflects our own spiritual journey, offering us insights, lessons, and revelations that align with divine truths. When used as a spiritual tool, the Tarot can be a powerful ally in helping us deepen our relationship with the divine, strengthen our intuition, and find clarity in our personal and spiritual lives. It invites us to look within, examine our beliefs, and trust the guidance that comes from both our inner wisdom and the sacred teachings found in the Bible.

In embracing the Tarot for what it truly is—a tool for spiritual growth and enlightenment—we are reminded that both the Bible and the Tarot serve as guides, showing us the path to greater understanding, compassion, and connection to the divine. Together, they offer a beautiful, complementary map for navigating the human experience, encouraging us to live with greater faith, purpose, and inner peace.

As we continue on this journey, join us in the next part of the series where we dive into the Suit of Wands—exploring the fiery energy of inspiration, creativity, and spiritual passion, and how it mirrors the powerful messages found in Scripture.

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