Strength

Tenacity, emotional control, overcoming difficulties, courage, patience, goodwill, self-discipline, bravery, rationality

Upright: Refers not to physical power, but the strength of internal control. It emphasizes the ability to dominate situations with composure and resilience. Success comes from flexible strength, not brute force.

Reversed: Indicates a loss of control, lack of emotional resilience, or inner imbalance. May reflect failure due to acting forcefully or impulsively instead of calmly mastering the situation.

Corresponding Sign/Planet: Leo; Element: Fire

Corresponding Deity: Heracles, one of the Argonauts

Hebrew Letter: The ninth letter, Teth

Symbolic Sign: Snake

Tree of Life Path: The ninth path, between Geburah (Strength) and Chesed (Mercy)

Chakras: Throat Chakra, representing truth, understanding, and acceptance

Card Elements: Infinity symbol, lion, roaring lion, mountain, white long dress, woman calming the lion, trees

The Strength card focuses on inner power and composure in the face of hardship. While often associated with physical strength, its true message lies in emotional resilience and quiet dominance. This card often points to the energy of the Kundalini serpent, symbolic of inner transformation and primal life force. It reminds us that true courage lies in steady determination and calm mastery over adversity.

Energetic, indomitable, strong-willed, full of potential, courageous, firm-belief, physical strength, power, perseverance, strong determination, willpower, courage, fearlessness, boldness, persuasiveness, influence, compassion, self-confidence, control, authority, tenacity, balance

Love & Marriage: A strong, stable connection built on mutual understanding and acceptance. Both partners are emotionally resilient, willing to give, and honest with each other.

Career & Studies: Demonstrates persistence and determination. Reflects strong potential for success through focused effort and discipline. Overcoming challenges is possible through inner strength.

Interpersonal Relationships & Wealth: Balanced and harmonious relationships. Ability to navigate social settings with understanding and calm. Financial choices are made with awareness and stability.

Others: Able to balance work with enjoyment. Shows vitality and enthusiasm in hobbies, social gatherings, and personal passions.

Lack of energy, restlessness, loss of confidence, lack of patience, selfish and arrogant, inner strength issues, self-doubt, self-denial, lack of self-confidence, low spirits, incompetence, acting on impulse, loss of control, fear, suspicion, weakness, imbalance

Love & Marriage: Emotional distance, lack of connection, and difficulty accepting each other’s flaws. Instability in the relationship and absence of mutual support may lead to emotional dissatisfaction.

Career & Studies: Challenges are met with low motivation or poor focus. Career or academic development is hampered by weak self-control or lack of direction.

Interpersonal Relationships & Wealth: Difficulty maintaining harmonious relationships. Poor communication and impulsive behavior can create setbacks. Financial problems may arise due to a lack of self-discipline.

Others: May act arrogantly or be overly solitary. Finds it difficult to cooperate with others or maintain personal equilibrium.