Major Arcana
The Emperor
Element · fireNumerology · 4
the sovereignthe structure-maker
Order and authority — the structures that make freedom possible, or the rigidity that makes it impossible.
The image
A ruler on a stone throne carved with rams' heads, sceptre in hand.
The Emperor upright meaning
Upright, the The Emperor points to structure, authority, stability, discipline.
- structure
- authority
- stability
- discipline
The Emperor reversed meaning
Reversed, the The Emperor leans toward domination, rigidity, absent leadership, control.
- domination
- rigidity
- absent leadership
- control
Frequently asked questions
- What does the The Emperor tarot card mean?
- Order and authority — the structures that make freedom possible, or the rigidity that makes it impossible.
- What does the The Emperor mean upright?
- Upright, the The Emperor points to structure, authority, stability, discipline.
- What does the The Emperor mean reversed?
- Reversed, the The Emperor leans toward domination, rigidity, absent leadership, control.