The World (XXI) Tarot Card
In the traditional Rider-Waite deck, a woman dances nude in the air while holding twin wand candles. She is covered only by her purple sash. The color purple standing for wisdom, royalty, power, ambition and luxury. She is surrounded by a laurel wreath which is a timeless symbol of victory. Four guardians sit in attendance: Angel, Eagle, Lion, and Bull and represent different qualities as well as the elements of awareness and existence. This audience of mythological beings refers to ancient symbolism used by various religions to illustrate the value and power of the central figure at the gathering. Elements from different parts of the world. Her reach all encompassing. She is above and beyond the limitations of all worldly influence, including that of gravity.
UPRIGHT: The World tarot card (XXI) is considered a completion card and represents perfection, success, and accomplishment. There is much to be happy about when this card appears in a reading. The world marks the end of an important project or period in your life and a move to the next level.
REVERSED: When The World (XXI) shows up in reverse it is an indication that there are blocks or delays to the completion of a project. You may feel unfulfilled and find things meaningless or redundant. There is a need to take a break and to revisit the things that once brought you joy. When the World shows up in reverse the answer is a definite – “No.”
Love
UPRIGHT: This is a very happy card on the physical level when it comes up in a love reading. You have the world at your feet. You relationship brings or will bring happiness and contentment. This card can indicate moving to the next level such as moving in together, marriage and even talks of starting a family.
REVERSED: Discontentment. Feeling unfulfilled or like something is missing. Trouble letting go of a past relationships or believing that once you get closure you can move on. A need to let go of emotional baggage from a past relationship.
Work
UPRIGHT: The World (21) card in this position bodes very well for career. It can indicate a move to the next level in your career, accolades and even business travel that allows you to see the world. Since, The World (21) is a completion card this card can allude to retirement after a successful career.
REVERSED: Projects uncompleted. Dissatisfaction in the work environment. Falling short of a goal or a desire to do something more fulfilling. Alternatively, getting what you want but finding that the effort was not worth gains.
Finances
UPRIGHT: You have worked hard and now you get to enjoy fruits of your labor. The World (21) when it comes up in a financial reading, can indicate paying off a loan or debt. You are freeing yourself from financial struggles and it makes you feel on top of the world. This card can also indicate finally having enough money to take that trip overseas that you have been wanting to take!
REVERSED: Feeling like you can never get ahead. A need to reassess finances. Wanting to take a trip or have fun but not feeling financially secure enough to do so. Reversed The World (21) can indicate your world being turned upside down but would need to have supporting clarifier to indicate such.
