The Tower - Description & Interpretation of the Spread

I. Description of The Tower card

1. The meaning of position, zodiac sign The Tower card

The Tower is a card numbered 16 in the Major Arcana of the Tarot deck. In the Buddhist sense, according to the Buddha's teachings, this is the number representing 16 human natures, including: Life, perception, mental formations, consciousness, talent, form, name, reality, lobe, greed, anger, delusion, conceit, doubt, evil, view. These are the things that create sorrow and suffering in life.

Accordingly, if one wants to achieve enlightenment and liberation, one needs to be aware of these 16 types of self-nature and learn to let go. At the same time, when we add the numbers 1 and 6 together, it equals 7, which is the number of innovation and thinking expansion.

Aries and Mars are the ruling planets of The Tower - The planet of chaos, ambition and desire to conquer. The flames ignited from the windows were engulfing the tower and seemed to want to destroy everything.

2. Detailed description of The Tower card

The Tower is a disturbing card with images of fire, lightning, broken walls, people falling, this is a complete chaotic scene. The tower being destroyed in the card is reminiscent of the tower of Babel, the pride of the ancient Babylonian kingdom. Talk about man's pride before God and their cost.

These people have the ambition to build a tower whose "top reaches heaven", this delusion angered God. He brought disaster on them and made them speak different languages, from which they were unable to communicate leading to disagreements and divisions. The Tower of Babel was also later struck by lightning, burning fiercely and sinking into the past.

The story of the Tower of Babel together with the expression "the voices of dissent in Babylon" make up one of the most famous biblical stories of the Old Testament. Babel in Hebrew also means confusion, chaos.

The Tower is built on a craggy mountain top. From the beginning was an unstable foundation, heralding future collapse. The crown on the top of the tower was blown far away by lightning and the flames burned fiercely from the castle's windows, the smoke filling the sky showing the irreparable destruction. Those gray clouds symbolize bad luck falling on everyone.

Two people are jumping from the tower in despair, representing the prisoners imprisoned in the previous Devil card, their perception is suddenly changed by lightning, their thoughts are completely changed. reversed. They wear blue and red shirts, representing hope and wise reason, longing to escape destruction in the chaos of the castle. But all of that is useless for now.

22 sparks surrounding the tower represent the 22 cards of the Major Arcana of the Rider Waite Smith Tarot deck.

II. Key words in The Tower

How does The Fool free itself from the devil? Will he escape the influence of The Devil? The answer is, The Fool needs a sudden change, expressed through The Tower. The Tower is the fortress of the ego, protecting the individual ego that we build for ourselves.

This fortress has a gray, cold and rigid color, it seems that this is a strong defense stronghold, but it is actually a prison, and it is not as stable as them. we want, but just a shock, a crisis can cause a breakdown.

The Tower represents darkness and destruction in the material aspect, The Tower itself represents the ambitions built on the wrong foundation. The lightning broke the long-standing pattern. now to give the opportunity for new things to emerge.

III. The meaning of The Tower card is reversed and forward

1. The meaning of The Tower Upright card

a. Keyword

Disaster, upheaval, unexpected incident, discovery, revelation, awakening.

b. About

If you see The Tower upright in your reading, ask yourself, "What in my life is changing?" The Tower forces you to question your beliefs, perceptions, attitudes, and portrayal of your ego and delusions of superiority.

Once the truth comes in, the tower is broken, you have to face that truth. It may be painful at first, but the experience The Tower brings will definitely make you strong, mature and have a new perspective on your worldview.

c. Overview

The Tower is a card of change. This can be a scary, self-deprecating but necessary experience. It is not so scary as in the picture, similar to The Devil and Death cards. As long as you believe that life is always changing, it is a constant flow. No one or any situation will be with you forever and you need to learn to accept that.

d. Meaning of The Tower Upright in Work

In a professional context, The Tower denotes a sudden change, like losing a job or moving to a new position. This is not a sign to scare you, but a warning to be prepared. It may bring you unwanted stress but maybe this will be a big advantage leading to a better long-term future.

e. Meaning of The Tower Upright in Finance

The Tower in the worst case is a disaster, financially no exception. It would be wise to set aside a reserve of money now. Do not make risky investments, bet or lend money to anyone. If you are rich, control it well, because The Tower is a card that destroys everything from above. Nothing is certain and forever if you only know how to spend lavishly.

f. Meaning of The Tower Upright in Love

In your love Tarot reading, the upright The Tower shows that your current relationship is likely to end. However, do not rush to conclusions, restrain your big ego and sit down and talk honestly with each other, don't overexaggerate your own inferences, but find out clearly. At that time, even if we can't move on together, we won't have any regrets.

The Tower down also suggests that "the old love did not invite", you may still have a little attachment to that person, but remember why this love broke up and you will have an answer for it. me.

If you are single, it seems that you are not in a hurry to fall in love, your view of love is not very good and you are afraid of bad fluctuations when you accidentally indulge in it. So enjoying a free life is your biggest need right now.

g. Meaning of The Tower Upright in Health

The upright Tower can represent an unexpected illness or accident, so please pay attention to your health and safety. Your mental state may be overstressed by many ups and downs in your life that come so quickly.

So be in moderation and do whatever you can to help you stay calm and steady. Don't borrow alcohol or get involved with other stimulants because it won't help you and will only make it worse.

2. The meaning of The Tower card is Reversed

a. Keyword

Escape from disaster, injustice, chaos, fear of change, breakdown, interruption.

b. About

Whether appearing in reverse or forward state, The Tower is still a card of change. Although we all want to live a peaceful and quiet life, if there is no darkness, how can humans realize the importance of light? This tower was built on a faulty foundation and it was forced to collapse. Therefore, learning how to accept change and seize the opportunity is extremely important.

c. Overview

The Tower reversed warns you not to try to rebuild what has been destroyed, but to dedicate your efforts to finding and building new and better things. Stay mentally strong through difficult times to learn important lessons for yourself. Don't go against it. Although this sudden change can be shocking and difficult to deal with, it is an inevitable part of your life's journey.

d. The meaning of The Tower reversed in Work

Don't get into trouble at work, The Tower in reverse reminds you to think carefully before speaking is especially necessary. Your current job may also not be smooth and you are trying to manage to keep this livelihood. However, consider whether this clinging is really necessary, because this working environment may not be right for you.

There are things that when you see clearly but still head into it, it's called stubbornness, not courage. Sometimes getting out of our comfort zone is what inspires us to do great things.

e. The meaning of the reversed Tower in Finance

Like the upright The Tower, this reversed card also advises you this is not the time for venture capital or risk taking. It is better to avoid unnecessary trouble.

You may be trying to prevent a financial disaster, but instead of "egg against stone", move forward, find a way to integrate and slowly accept that change. Maybe then you will be happier than just trying to push a rock up a big hill and always struggling with it.

f. The meaning of The Tower reversed in Love

Change is never an easy thing to accept in love. That change makes you unable to adapt, but you also do not have the heart to let go. In a love spread, The Tower reversed may not be as harsh as the upright The Tower.

However, consider how you can contribute and improve your role in the relationship. Sitting down together and having a frank discussion is the right thing to do with the two of you right now.

Life is harsh, depending on anyone is not as good as relying on yourself, so if you are single, enjoy this single life!

g. The meaning of The Tower reversed in Health

In the context of Health, The Tower reversed indicates that you may still be maintaining some old habits even though they are not really good for your health. Change now if you want to improve your health. Either way, burying your head in the sand won't help you.