The Chariot Card Meaning

The Chariot depicts a driver steering two sphinxes, each wanting to pull in the opposite direction, the same way through sheer force of will. This card symbolizes your ability to bring conflicting feelings or forces together with discipline and move toward a clear goal. Victory isn't guaranteed, but your determination and focus will carry you there.

The Chariot reversed describes momentum that has lost its direction and spun out of control. Inner conflicts, perhaps competing desires, may be pulling you in opposite directions instead of one. Aggression, impatience or trying to bulldoze through obstacles could backfire right now.

This is a period when you need to take the initiative and set a clear direction in your relationship. Once you put indecision aside and state plainly what you want, your relationship will gain momentum. If you're single, this card shows that approaching the person you're pursuing with confidence will pay off.

A powerful career phase is beginning, one in which you move forward with determination and clear obstacles one by one. You have the potential to stand out even in a highly competitive environment, as long as you don't scatter your focus. Instead of chasing several goals at once, put all your strength behind a single direction.