The Psychology of the Tarot - Suit of Coins

The Suit of Coins relates to the element of earth and the practical realities of life. It concerns work, health, money, security and our relationship with the material world.

The numbered cards explore how we build stability, develop our skills and create lasting value. The court cards represent different expressions of practical wisdom, illustrating how we engage with responsibility, abundance, craftsmanship and stewardship.

Overview

The Tarot is far more than a tool of divination, a means of discerning “the will of the gods.” At its deepest level, it is a symbolic map of the psyche.

Whereas the Major Arcana tells the story of the soul’s great journey, the Minor Arcana reveals how that journey is lived from day to day. Through the four suits—Cups, Swords, Coins and Wands—we encounter the ordinary experiences that shape us: our relationships, our thoughts, our work and our aspirations. These seemingly commonplace moments become the arena in which the deeper archetypal patterns of the Major Arcana are embodied and transformed.