The Chariot
Upright Meaning
Victory, focus, determination, success through effort.
Reversed Meaning
Aggression, lack of direction, loss of control, failure.
The Chariot in love, career and health
Love & Relationships
Upright Meaning
Love conquests, common pursuit of a goal, dynamics in the relationship.
Reversed Meaning
Lack of control over emotions, quarrels, loss of common direction.
Career & Work
Upright Meaning
Ambition, promotion, winning against competition, professional success.
Reversed Meaning
Failure through lack of discipline, excessive aggression in business.
Health & Wellness
Upright Meaning
Quick recovery, mastery over addictions, willpower.
Reversed Meaning
Accidents, loss of control over diet or medication, lack of energy.
Is The Chariot a yes or no card?
Yes
Upright, The Chariot is usually read as a yes: its energy supports moving forward. Reversed, the answer tends to weaken or turn into "not yet", so read it together with the rest of the spread.
Advice
Focus on the goal and act with determination. Control your impulses.
Warning
Don't be too aggressive. Force without control can lead to disaster.
Symbolism
- A warrior rides a chariot pulled by two sphinxes of opposing colours (black and white). He steers without reins using only his will.
Interpretation
Victory comes from discipline. Harness your opposing energies and drive forward with singularity of purpose to overcome any hurdle.
Numerology
7 (Reflection, assessment, spirituality, discovery)
Frequently asked questions
What does The Chariot mean in tarot?
Victory, focus, determination, success through effort. Victory comes from discipline. Harness your opposing energies and drive forward with singularity of purpose to overcome any hurdle.
What does The Chariot reversed mean?
Aggression, lack of direction, loss of control, failure.
What does The Chariot mean in love?
Love conquests, common pursuit of a goal, dynamics in the relationship. Reversed Meaning: Lack of control over emotions, quarrels, loss of common direction.
What does The Chariot mean for career and work?
Ambition, promotion, winning against competition, professional success. Reversed Meaning: Failure through lack of discipline, excessive aggression in business.
Is The Chariot a yes or no card?
Yes. Upright, The Chariot is usually read as a yes: its energy supports moving forward. Reversed, the answer tends to weaken or turn into "not yet", so read it together with the rest of the spread.
What advice does The Chariot give?
Focus on the goal and act with determination. Control your impulses.