Yes or No Tarot: an Answer from One Card
Yes or no tarot is a draw of one tarot card for a question that can be answered yes or no. The card is one of the 22 of the Major Arcana and each has its own answer: 16 of them say yes or likely yes; The Hermit, Death, The Devil, The Tower and The Moon say no or probably not; The Hanged Man says maybe.
22 cards of the Major Arcana
22 cards
What each card says
Each card has one answer, the same as in its meaning in the library.
| Card | Answer |
|---|---|
| 0 The Fool | Likely yesThe card shows potential for success, but it requires courage, faith, and a willingness to step into the unknown. |
| 1 The Magician | Firm yesIf you act actively and confidently, success is guaranteed. |
| 2 The High Priestess | Qualified yesShe encourages you to trust your inner voice and seek the answers you are looking for within yourself. |
| 3 The Empress | Likely yesShe predicts a positive outcome, especially if the question relates to growth, development, creating something new, or taking care of yourself and others. |
| 4 The Emperor | Firm yesHe supports decisive action and predicts success, especially if the question is related to projects requiring discipline, organization, and control. |
| 5 The Hierophant | Likely yesThe card suggests that the answer is positive, especially if the action is in accordance with established norms and moral principles. |
| 6 The Lovers | Probably yesThe card reveals strong potential for a positive outcome, particularly where relationships and major decisions are concerned. |
| 7 The Chariot | YesHowever, always pay attention to the other cards in the spread. |
| 8 Strength | Probably yesYou must show courage and face your challenges head-on. |
| 9 The Hermit | Probably notIt advises us not to rush for answers, but to seek the truth within, which may take time. |
| 10 Wheel of Fortune | Probably yesThe card indicates a positive outcome, but you must take current circumstances into account. |
| 11 Justice | Probable yesIt is essential to be honest and objective. |
| 12 The Hanged Man | MaybeYou need to wait and reflect on the situation before taking any steps. |
| 13 Death | Definitive noIt indicates that your current situation is reaching its conclusion; the answer is negative because the winds of change are already blowing. |
| 14 Temperance | Likely yesYou must exercise patience, find balance, and adapt to the circumstances at hand. |
| 15 The Devil | NoIt is recommended to rethink the situation and free yourself from negative influences. |
| 16 The Tower | Hard noIt predicts dramatic changes and the disruption of plans. |
| 17 The Star | Firm yesIt carries positive energy and predicts a favorable outcome. |
| 18 The Moon | Probably noThe answer is not definitive. |
| 19 The Sun | Resounding yesThis card is a symbol of success, happiness, and positive outcomes. |
| 20 Judgement | Resounding yesIt is confirmation that changes are inevitable and that the outcomes will be positive. |
| 21 The World | Resounding yesThe World card is a symbol of completion, success, and achievement. |
The question
How to formulate a good question?
To get a useful answer, your question should be clear, specific and focused. One question per draw: in the tradition of divination the first answer stands, and a new draw is for a new question.
Good questions
- “Should I accept this job offer?”
- “Is it time for a change in my life?”
- “Is this person the right partner for me?”
- “Will this project succeed?”
Avoid
- “What should I do?”too broad
- “Why did this happen?”requires explanation
- “When will it happen?”not yes or no
Frequently asked questions
How do you read yes or no with tarot cards?
You ask a question with a yes or no answer and draw one card. The answer is on the card itself: each of the 22 says yes, no or maybe, and why in one sentence. The answer of every card is in the table above.
Can tarot answer a yes or no question?
Yes, with one card of the Major Arcana. The card gives a verdict, from “firm yes” to “definitive no”, and a sentence that explains it.
What does a reversed card mean in Yes or No Tarot?
Here the card comes up upright: each of the 22 has one answer, the same as in its meaning in the library. A reversed card has its own keywords; they are on the page of each card.
How is it different from the coin and the magic ball?
The coin gives only yes or no, the magic ball gives one of 20 sentences, and the card gives a verdict and a meaning.
