The Magician card meaning

Symbols in the picture

Infinity symbol

The sideways figure eight floating above his head stands for endless will and possibility. It's the power to push through what you've set your mind to.

Four tools on the table

A cup, a sword, a wand and a coin lie before him. Everything you need is already within reach.

One hand up, one hand down

One hand raises a wand to the sky while the other points to the ground. He acts as the channel that brings an idea into the real world.

Based on the Rider-Waite-Smith deck illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith in 1909.

When it comes up upright

It's a good time to put a plan that's only been in your head into action. You have more ability and resources than you think, so narrow your task to one thing and focus, and results are likely to show. Your way with words and your skill with your hands also shine now.

Love

Expressing your feelings openly tends to get a good response. You're drawn to people you can talk to easily. Reach out first or make a plan.

Work and study

A chance to show what you can do is on the way. It's a good time to submit a proposal or take on a new project. Turning your ideas into something concrete tends to earn recognition.

Money

A side gig or a small income from your talents may appear. You have a good sense for using what you own and what you know. Giving your spending a purpose keeps money from leaking away.

When it comes up reversed

You have the ability, but your energy is scattered, so talk may run ahead of action. Be careful not to be swayed by someone's smooth words. Cut your to-do list and focus on finishing things one at a time.

Love

The words may be sweet while the actions don't follow. Judge by steady behavior rather than appearances. Let go of the urge to put on a show yourself.

Work and study

Starting things unprepared makes them hard to clean up. Avoid promises you can't keep. Review your plan and take on only what you can handle.

Money

You're easily swayed by tempting offers or inflated ads. Think twice about any promise of easy money. Hold off on spending you aren't sure about.

When it shows another person's feelings

Upright

They're actively looking for ways to show interest. They're careful with their words and actions because they want to show their charm. They also seem keen to take the lead in the relationship.

Reversed

They aren't showing their full heart and are sizing up the situation. They may be calculating, picking their words to suit the mood. Watch their actions more than their words.

If you ask a yes-or-no question

Closer to Yes. What you need is already in your hands. Put it into action and things can start going your way.

If it comes up as your card of the day

What you have is enough to get it done. Whoever starts first gets ahead.

One-line advice Don't just think about it. Start one thing you can do today.

Good to know

In the Western astrology tradition (the Golden Dawn system), this card is linked to Mercury. It carries the number I and is card 2 of the 22 Major Arcana.