Let’s talk about the Twos in Tarot

Good morning! I hoped that when I wrote about the aces and said “continuing on Tuesdays” I would somehow bamboozle myself into continuing the very next Tuesday, but alas, manifestation doesn’t work if we sit on our hands.

But anyway, five Tuesdays on, let’s talk two.

About the Number Two

Two stands out as potent symbols of duality and balance. Represented by the Yin and Yang symbol, two embody themes of duality, partnership, conflict, and harmony.

The Two of Wands

The Two of Wands signifies a moment of choice and planning for the future.
You are encouraged to explore new horizons and make decisions that align with your long-term goals.

Symbolizing the potential for expansion and the need to step outside your comfort zone to achieve success, the Two of Wands advises you to assess your options. Embrace a strategic mindset, and take bold steps so you can realize of your aspirations.

The Two of Wands reversed signifies a delay or hesitancy in taking the next steps toward long-term goals or expansion.

Typically symbolizing a moment of choice and planning for the future, the reversed position may suggest you feel stuck or uncertain about the path forward.

Reassess your plans, what’s in your way? Do you need to consider alternative strategies? Try to address fears or doubts that may be hindering progress and use this time for thoughtful reflection to ensure that your actions align with your authentic aspirations.

The Two of Swords

The Two of Swords is depicted by two crossed swords, symbolizing a need for decision making and a temporary standstill. This suggests that you may be facing a dilemma or a choice that requires careful consideration. Beware of emotions that could be clouding your judgment, and try to weigh the pros and cons objectively.

The two of swords is a reminder to trust your instincts, but also to take care while gathering information, so you can make decisions that align with your values and long term goals. Embrace the clarity that comes from facing your choices head
on.

The Two of Swords reversed signals a breakthrough in decision making and a willingness to confront difficult choices.
This card is often depicted with a blindfolded figure and the reversed position suggests a removal of self-imposed obstacles or a newfound clarity in navigating challenges.

Encouraging you to face decisions with open eyes to embrace the potential for resolution and progress, this card advises you to trust your instincts. Be open to alternative perspectives, and release any hesitation that may have been holding you back.

The Two of Cups

The Two of Cups symbolizes the union of two individuals. This will usually mean, but is not limited to intimate relationships, so if you are single and this card comes up in a reading for you, don’t overlook it’s potential significance.

This card represents the deep connection, mutual understanding, and emotional resonance between two people. It can signify the beginning of a romantic relationship, the deepening of emotional bonds, or the potential for a meaningful platonic collaboration.

Celebrate and nurture the emotional connections in your life, which will in turn foster a sense of unity and shared purpose. With the Two of cups you are reminded of the power of collaboration and the potential for mutual growth and support in partnerships.

The Two of Cups reversed however, signifies disharmony or a temporary strain with a romantic or emotional connection. This may indicate a period of misunderstanding, unmet expectations, or a lack of communication between partners.

In order to overcome these issues, you are encouraged to address any underlying tension in your relationships with honesty and openness. Take the time to reconnect on an emotional level, fostering understanding and mutual support to strengthen the bonds between you and your partner.

The Two of Pentacles

The Two of Pentacles signifies balance, adaptability, and the juggling of priorities. Depicted as a snake consuming its own tail, creating infinity, most often with a figure balancing the two pentacles, this card represents the need to manage multiple aspects of your life with finesse and flexibility.

It encourages you to find equilibrium in your financial and practical affairs, to embrace the ebb and flow of life’s demands. Take steps to organize yourself so you can more easily see which tasks must take priority, and maintain a sense of humor in the face of life’s challenges.

This card suggests that by navigating change with grace and adaptability, you can find stability and harmony.

The Two of Pentacles reversed suggests balance and stability may be lacking in the material aspects of your life.
Juggling priorities and adapting to change isn’t easy, and the reversed position may indicate you’re struggling to reach an equilibrium.

Reassess your commitments, financial matters, and daily responsibilities to create a more sustainable and harmonious routine.

Over-commitment is a real and damaging possibility, the reversed Two of Pentacles advises against stretching your focus in this way. Slow and steady on the priorities will prevent overwhelm, so bring order to your affairs and seek a balanced approach that allows for both productivity and well-being.

Further Reading

Below are some books on amazon that discuss tarot and numerology in more detail:

• The angel numbers book by Mystic Michaela
• The little book of numerology by Elise Wild
• Ultimate Guide to Tarot by Liz Dean 
• Origins of the Tarot: A Guidebook to the Ancestral Influences that Shaped the Tarot’s Minor Arcana by Benjamin David Hoshour

Here are the other posts within this blog discussing tarot meanings.

• Aces in Tarot
• Twos in Tarot
• Threes in Tarot
• Fours in Tarot
• Fives in Tarot
• Sixes in Tarot
• Sevens in Tarot
• Eights in Tarot
• Nines in Tarot
• Tens in Tarot
• Princes in Tarot
• Princesses in Tarot
• Queens in Tarot
• Kings in Tarot