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What are Minor Arcana Cards in Tarot?

The Minor Arcana cards in a Tarot deck consist of 56 cards that are divided into four suits, similar to a traditional deck of playing cards. The suits in the Minor Arcana are Cups, Swords, Wands, and Pentacles.

Each suit in the Minor Arcana is associated with a different aspect of life and corresponds to one of the four elements: Cups with water and emotions, Swords with air and thoughts, Wands with fire and spirit, and Pentacles with earth and material matters.

The Minor Arcana cards typically represent more day-to-day experiences and practical matters, such as work, relationships, and personal growth. They provide specific and detailed insights and guidance in a Tarot reading.

The Minor Arcana cards include numbered cards (Ace through 10) and court cards (Page, Knight, Queen, and King). The numbered cards represent various stages of development and progress, while the court cards represent people or aspects of the individual being read for.

In a Tarot reading, the Minor Arcana cards are often used in combination with the Major Arcana cards to provide a more complete and nuanced understanding of the situation. The interaction between the Major and Minor Arcana cards can provide valuable insights and guidance for personal growth and transformation.