For those who don't know, Tarot cards are divided into Major Arcana and Minor Arcana. The Fool is the first card of Major Arcana numbered as 0.
The Fool portrays starting of a new journey and the youthful feeling that comes with it. No matter how old in age you get, when you start something new, you are young and fresh again, full of possibilities.
The Fool also represents courage, risk-takers, also being a little naive.
If you look at the card, you will see a dog at his heels. A dog symbolises loyalty and blind faith. This is also one of the characteristics of The Fool. The Dog is also a protector, so The Fool is also being protected by loyal spirits who watch over him warning him not to fall into the rough waters in front of him.
He also carries a knapsack for the road. Even though he is following his heart he doesn't forget to be practical and take the necessary goods for his journey. But will the little knapsack be enough for him? In his hand is a rose symbolising his desired goal. The rose is white symbolising purity which is also stands for The Fool's innocent and non-manipulated character.
When this card is picked, it tells you that you are embarking on a new journey, a spiritual one and sometimes even an actual journey if supported by other cards that signify travelling.
The Fool is also a warning to watch your step as rough water may be ahead and you may be too busy to notice.
But it's the courage of The Fool that strikes me the most. Without courage no dreams will ever manifest. So be courageous to follow your heart and to open your mind, you may be a fool to do so, but it's through that foolishness, you start your journey towards infinite possibilities and teachings to be learned.
“Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point.” -C.S. Lewis
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